Gold and silver boom predicted as US hits debt ceiling, dollar devalues
Precious metals expert predicts gold and silver will rise in 2023 as government spending results in increased inflation and U.S. hits debt ceiling.
McDonald's customer mistakenly given bag containing thousands of dollars in cash instead of food
The customer's bag contained thousands of dollars in cash instead of the sausage McMuffin he ordered.
Regal Cinemas closing 39 US movie theaters following parent company Cineworld's bankruptcy filing
Cineworld says closing theaters will save $22 million annually.
SF Chinatown prepares to celebrate the year of the rabbit — a time for hope
The sound of firecrackers will be heard in Chinatowns on both sides of the bay this weekend. Chinese New Year falls on Sunday. And the preparations for celebrations are in full swing. This important cultural holiday is focused on family , food and good fortune.
Moving Nightmare: Berkeley family's belongings stuck in pod at damaged warehouse
Moving can be stressful, but one Berkeley family’s experience is just plain awful.
Google cutting 12,000 jobs as tech industry layoffs widen
Google has become the latest tech company to trim staff after rapid expansions during the COVID-19 pandemic have worn off.
Amazon shutting down AmazonSmile charity program amid wider cost-cutting moves
The program will end on February 20, and it allowed Amazon to donate a small percentage of eligible purchases to a charity selected by customers.
Secure 2.0 Act: Required minimum distribution age increases for IRAs
The required minimum distribution age (RMD) has increased from 72 to 73, meaning Americans can leave their investments in longer before needing to make withdrawals. Here’s what you need to know.
Hip hop artist Flo Rida awarded $82.6M in lawsuit against Celsius energy drinks
Flo Rida, whose real name is Tramar Dillard, sued Celsius Holdings Inc. after claiming the company breached a contract with him and then tried to hide money.
Gas prices rise in tandem with oil even as demand drops: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas rose to $3.32, four cents more than last week and 17 cents more than a month ago.
Good news: Today’s mortgage rates fall across all terms | Jan. 18, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 18, 2023, which are trending down from yesterday.
IRS ends COVID-19 tax credits: Here's what you need to know before filing in 2023
Among the several pandemic tax credits returning to 2019 levels is the Child Tax Credit. Filers will get $1,600 less in credit for 2022 for each qualifying child under age 17.
Amazon begins cutting 18,000 workers in its biggest layoffs ever
Amazon's layoffs are just a fraction of its 1.5M global workforce.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates for greater interest savings | Jan. 17, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 17, 2023, which are up from last Friday.
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Here's what is open and closed on MLK Day 2023
The U.S. is marking Martin Luther King Jr.‘s birthday on Monday, Jan. 16. The federal holiday means government agencies and many banks will be closed.
10-year fixed private student loan rates fall to lowest levels in five weeks
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Good news: Today’s 30-year mortgage rates dive below 7 percent | Jan. 10, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 10, 2023, which are down from last Friday.
Promotions, not job cuts, follow Southwest Airlines holiday chaos
Southwest announced five promotions to help with operations. The airline canceled thousands of flights in late December because of a winter storm.
Disney CEO orders hybrid employees back to the office four days per week
Bob Iger said he believes the move will benefit the company and its employees.