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How to avoid credit card late fees now that they’re back
A September 2023 Consumer Reports study estimated that 1 in 5 U.S. adults paid a credit card late fee in the previous year.

Energy drink brand Alani Nu surpasses $1 billion in sales as the functional beverage craze keeps on soaring
Energy drink company Celsius Holdings said its Alani Nu brand has notched more than $1 billion in sales over the past 52 weeks.

Pony AI stock price: Chinese Waymo rival is up a staggering 55% today. Here are 3 possible reasons why
Pony AI stock is up after the robotaxi company unveiled new driverless cars and a partnership with WeChat, and reports say it could be on the road to profitability.

Wall Street holds steady as investors brace for a high-stakes week
This upcoming week will feature earnings reports from some of Wall Street’s most influential companies, including Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft.

U.S. and Iran to hold third round of nuclear talks. Here’s what to know
Since returning to the White House, President Trump has been pushing for talks while ratcheting up sanctions and suggesting a military strike by Israel or the U.S. could target Iranian nuclear sites.

Joann fabrics store closing dates: Here’s the full list of locations that will close for good this week
Beloved crafts retail chain Joann will close hundreds of locations by the end of April, with its remaining fleet operating until May.

California housing market shift: Buyers are gaining power
The California housing market is almost out of its pandemic-era housing inventory hole.

Housing market inventory with a price cut just hit a decade high
In March 2025, 302,260 U.S. homes for sale on Realtor.com had a price cut. That represents 33.9% of active inventory in the housing market.

How to watch the funeral of Pope Francis on TV or livestream it online for free
The first Latin American pope, Pope Francis, will be laid to rest at St. Mary Major Basilica on Saturday morning. Here's where to view the funeral mass and procession.

What is a Labubu, and why are people lining up for hours to get one of these ‘ugly’ plush toys?
The new furry collectibles from Chinese brand Pop Mart have sparked a buying frenzy from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago.

Amazon’s book sale crashes Independent Bookstore Day—and readers are pushing back
Indie bookstores planned a national celebration. Amazon planned a book sale. Now, the battle for readers' attention is on.

U.S. loosens safety rules for self-driving cars in a bid to compete with China
The new exemption procedures will allow U.S. automakers to apply to skip certain safety rules for self-driving cars if they are used only for noncommercial purposes.

Wall Street’s rally fizzles as uncertainty returns amid Trump’s trade war
Intel, Eastman Chemical, and Sketchers are among the latest companies to say the uncertainty created by Trump’s trade war makes it difficult to give financial forecasts for the upcoming year.

Trader Joe’s new store openings: Updated list of locations that are expected to open soon
The grocery store chain has confirmed that it will open 22 stores in the near future, proving its popularity with fans knows no bounds.

Trump wants the transgender military ban enforced now, asks for a Supreme Court order
Trump's administration asked the nation's highest court to permit a ban on transgender people in the military.

Intel layoffs: new CEO confirms job cuts. INTC stock sinks after earnings
The chipmaker's new boss, Lip-Bu Tan, said in an email to employees that Intel should once again become an engineering-focused company.

Heineken’s new ad campaign imagines a world with deserted influencers, zero likes, and more drinking
With its "Social Off Socials" ad campaign, brewing company Heineken suggests getting off your phone and having a beer.

Workers without college degrees make progress in slowing a grim trend, new report shows
New data from Opportunity@Work offers a glimmer of hope for job seekers without four-year degrees at a time when workplaces are evolving.

Venus, Saturn planet parade will make a rare smiley face with the crescent moon: Best time to see April 2025 triple conjunction
Just before dawn tomorrow, look up for a moment of cosmic joy.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average set a startling record that shows just how flawed it truly is
UnitedHealth Group's recent stock plunge makes it clearer than ever why we should stop paying so much attention to the Dow.
