Mother's Day 2026 food deals and discounts

Mother's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the mothers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies.

Shell reports nearly $7 billion profits amid war with Iran

Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.

USDA makes 1,000 arrests in SNAP abuse, will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock more nutritious foods

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on abuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), making over 1,000 arrests in a sweeping crackdown. The USDA is also implementing changes which will require retailers who accept SNAP to stock a broader variety of nutritious food.

Ken Griffin, Mayor Mamdani clash over NYC tax proposal

The dispute was sparked after Mamdani posted a video outside Griffin’s $238 million Midtown penthouse, voicing support for a proposed "pied-à-terre" tax on high-value second homes.

Elon Musk hit with $1.5M fine in Twitter disclosures settlement

Elon Musk will pay the massive fine to settle a long-running Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit over his 2022 acquisition of Twitter. The deal resolves allegations that Musk delayed disclosing his initial stake in the company.

Officials warn of banking spoof callers draining customers' accounts

Officials are warning customers about banking spoof calls that could trick them into emptying their accounts. Here's what to know.

Apple settlement: Owners of some iPhone models could get $95

Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.

New Yorkers could get checks for up to $5,000 from the state thanks to this program

New York's Expedited Payment Program finds unclaimed money in things like old bank accounts and uncashed checks, and sends it back to its rightful owner. The state just increased the amount it can pay out at once.

DOJ confirms antitrust probe of major meatpackers over beef price inflation

The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.

US restaurant sales fall as Iran war drives up gas prices

With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.

GameStop makes $56 billion bid to buy eBay

GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.

Clinique and M.A.C.-owner Estée Lauder to cut 3,000 more jobs, mainly at its stores

Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading. 

Federal minimum wage could reach $25: What to know

A coalition of more than 100 labor, civil rights, and advocacy groups is backing new federal legislation to raise the minimum wage to $25 an hour.

National Nurses Week 2026: Deals and discounts

Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.

Tens of millions of taxpayers may be owed IRS refunds from COVID-era

Tens of millions of American taxpayers may be entitled to refunds or reduced penalties and interest due to delayed filing deadlines during the COVID-19 emergency declaration.

National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.

US national debt surpasses size of the economy for first time since World War II

The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, a historic threshold that hasn't been crossed since the conclusion of World War II.