Could America adopt a 4-day workweek? 38 US, Canadian companies join pilot program

Some 38 companies across North America are taking part in a four-day workweek trial, with nearly 2,000 employees getting a paid day off weekly for six months.

Corn could be the answer to high gas prices

Under the Home Front Energy Independence Act, ethanol fuel would be produced and sold year-round in the U.S. instead of only during the summer months. The proposal aims to further decrease dependence on Russian petroleum exports over its war on Ukraine.

Nearly 70% of medical debt in collections will be removed from credit reports, bureaus say

The major credit bureaus have updated their rules for sending medical bills to collections, which is expected to remove nearly 70% of medical collections debt from credit reports.

Tax law changes could affect PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App users

Millions of small business owners who rely on payment apps like Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App could be subject to a new tax law that just took effect in January. 

Amazon closes $8.45B MGM studio acquisition

Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney. 

Zelle scammers steal thousands of dollars from Maryland woman

A Maryland woman scammed out of thousands of dollars is speaking out in an effort to help others avoid a ploy making the rounds across the country.

Netflix to launch test that requires subscribers to pay for users outside household

Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.

Federal Reserve raises interest rates: What to do now

In order to fight decades-high inflation levels, the Federal Reserve raised rates for the first time since 2018 on Wednesday.

DoorDash paying back drivers to offset high gas prices

Delivery company DoorDash said Tuesday it will refund its drivers for some U.S. gasoline purchases to help offset higher prices at the pump.

List of Russian goods that are banned, boycotted in US

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted sanctions, boycotts and limited access to social media platforms by the U.S.

Inflation rises to yet another new 40-year high in February

With inflation reaching yet another new 40-year high in February, economists have begun to question the Fed's ability to bring it back down.

Biden administration considering another student loan payment pause extension

President Biden is still considering canceling student loans or extending the forbearance period, a White House spokesperson said on a recent podcast episode.

McDonald's to temporarily close 850 restaurants in Russia

McDonald’s said Tuesday it is temporarily closing all of its 850 restaurants in Russia in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.