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LGBTQ+ Americans Just Getting By in Retirement, Face Greater Financial Risks
While preparing for retirement can be difficult for anyone, LGBTQ+ Americans face unique challenges that can cast a shadow over their golden years — including discrimination from health care providers.
DeSantis Allies Ask Florida Judge to Throw Out Disney's Counterclaims in Lawsuit
The governing district now controlled by supporters of the Republican governor said in court papers Wednesday that a state court judge should dismiss Disney's counterclaims.
U.S. Auto Workers' Union Boss Says Strikes will Continue in Bid for Better Offers from Companies
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said while Detroit's automakers have increased their wage and benefit offers, he believes the union can gain more if it holds out longer in contract talks.
Netflix's Password-sharing Crackdown Reels in Subscribers as it Raises Prices for its Premium Plan
Netflix disclosed subscriber gains that signal the video streaming service's crackdown on password sharing is converting former freeloaders into paying customers.
Disney Attorneys Want to Question Former Administrator in Lawsuit with DeSantis Appointees
Disney attorneys want to question a previous administrator of the governing district that provides municipal services to Walt Disney World as part of its defense against a lawsuit brought by a board made up of appointees of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
IRS Plans Limited Rollout of Free E-file Tax Return System with Invitations to Select Taxpayers
The IRS plans to invite select taxpayers across 13 states to try out the agency's pilot electronic free file tax return system beginning in January.
Europe is Looking to Fight the Flood of Chinese Electric Vehicles. But Europeans Love Them
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says "global markets are now flooded with cheaper Chinese electric cars," with prices "kept artificially low by huge state subsidies."
Reese's $25,000 Promotion May Violate Sweepstakes Laws
Reese's may be in violation of state and federal laws with its new sweepstakes offer currently advertised on packs of peanut butter cups.
Major US Pharmacy Chain Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy
Major U.S. pharmacy chain Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy and obtained $3.45 billion in fresh financing as it carries out a restructuring plan while coping with falling sales and opioid-related lawsuits.
Microsoft's Bid for Activision Gets UK Approval, Removing Last Hurdle to Gaming Deal
Microsoft's purchase of video game maker Activision Blizzard won final approval Friday from Britain's competition watchdog, reversing its earlier decision to block the $69 billion deal.
What to Know about the Social Security Cost-of-living Adjustment
Tens of millions of older Americans will see a modest increase in benefits this January when a new cost-of-living adjustment is added to Social Security payments.
Pharmacist Shortages and Heavy Workloads Challenge Drugstores Heading into Their Busy Season
Drug and staffing shortages haven't gone away. Stores are starting their busiest time of year as customers look for help with colds and the flu. And this fall, pharmacists are dealing with a new vaccine and the start of insurance coverage for COVID-19 sho
A Surge Of Hiring In September Defies Predictions, Pointing to US Job Market's Enduring Resilience
An unforeseen burst of hiring last month has lifted hopes that the economy will prove durable once again, even as an array of threats lie ahead.
Multiple Men Accuse Abercrombie & Fitch Former CEO of 'Sex Events,' Exploitation
New accusations suggest that former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries allegedly exploited men at "sex events."
Costco Seeing a Gold Rush with Demand for its 1-ounce Gold Bars
Looking for something to add to your Costco cart along with the 30 rolls of toilet paper? How about a bar of gold?
Netflix's DVD-by-mail Service Bows Out
The curtain is finally coming down on Netflix's once-iconic DVD-by-mail service, a quarter century after two Silicon Valley entrepreneurs came up with a concept that obliterated Blockbuster video stores.
Drive a Hyundai or Kia? See if Your Car is One of the Nearly 3.4 Million under Recall for Fire Risks
Nearly 3.4 million Hyundai and Kia vehicles in the U.S. are under recall due to the risk of engine compartment fires and it's important for drivers to check if their car is one of them.
Did a Starbucks Employee Miss a Promotion Because They Are Gay?
In a civil lawsuit, a worker at a New York City Starbucks outlet alleges that her sexuality, gender identity and gender expression played a roll in her missing out on a promotion.
Disney World Government will Give Employees Stipend after Backlash for Taking Away Park Passes
Facing a backlash, Walt Disney World's governing district will pay a stipend to employees whose free passes and discounts to the theme park resort were eliminated.
Food Prices are Rising as Countries Limit Exports. Blame Climate Change, El Nino and Russia's War
How do you cook a meal when a staple ingredient is unaffordable? Households around the world as face shortages of essential foods like rice, cooking oil, and onions.