Women Uber drivers and riders can choose to avoid riding with men soon

Uber is piloting a new “Women Preferences” feature in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Detroit, allowing women riders and drivers to choose same-gender matches for more safety and comfort.

Consumers prefer self-check out when purchasing certain personal items: study

A study finds consumers are more likely to choose self-checkout over a cashier when buying items like condoms, pregnancy tests, and yeast infection treatments.

Back-to-school shopping starts earlier as parents try to beat tariffs

Back-to-school shopping is starting earlier than ever as families try to get ahead of rising prices driven by tariffs and inflation.

Here's why your cup of coffee may get expensive soon

According to the National Coffee Association, an estimated two-thirds of American adults drink coffee each day – and now, it could get more expensive by Aug.1.

Juul gets FDA approval to keep selling e-cigarettes

FDA regulators said Thursday that Juul’s studies show its e-cigarettes are less harmful for adult smokers, who can benefit from switching completely to vaping.

Frozen sprouted beans recalled amid salmonella outbreak

Frozen sprouted beans have been recalled nationwide after a salmonella outbreak has sickened 11 people across 10 states. Here’s what we know.

YoCrunch yogurts recalled for possible plastic pieces in toppers

Danone U.S. recalled YoCrunch yogurts in response to reports of possible plastic pieces in the dome toppers that could pose choking hazards, according to the FDA.

As ticket prices soar, here are the most expensive concerts in 2025

Concert tickets have soared in price over the years, thanks in part to dynamic pricing, bot attacks and hidden fees. Here are the concerts that could cost you the most this year.

June CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month

Inflation in the U.S. rose last month to its highest level since February, reversing several months of cooling prices. Here's a look at what prices changed the most.