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Frazzled shopper examining a torn receipt with a cluttered return bin full of holiday returns and a calendar showing January
Posted inBusiness News Consumer News

Retailers Extend Holiday Return Windows, But Electronics Face Tighter Rules

Posted by Brianna Q. Lockwood December 30, 2025
At a Glance Many retailers extend holiday return windows to 30-90 days through late January. Extensions usually only apply to items bought...
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Customers escaping from Macy
Posted inBusiness News Industry Update Retail News

Major U.S. Retailers Slash Hundreds of Stores in 2026

Posted by Aiden V. Crossfield December 30, 2025
At a Glance 2026 already sees major closures across retail and food sectors. Carter's plans 150 store shutdowns over three years, 100 in...
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Person sits on couch with warm golden lighting and frosty windows in a cozy winter home and a visible thermostat
Posted inBusiness News Consumer News

Winter Bills Rise as Heating, Fridges, and Water Heaters Use More Energy

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 30, 2025
At a Glance Winter heating, fridges, and water heaters use more energy, pushing bills higher. Experts recommend lowering thermostats, unplugging...
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Wind turbines spinning with city skyline and smog from a nearby LNG plant.
Posted inBusiness News Environment World News

South Korea’s Coal Exit vs. U.S. LNG Deal Sparks Climate Clash

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 30, 2025
At a Glance South Korea pledges to retire most coal plants by 2040 and cut emissions 53-61% of 2018 levels by 2035. The country is negotiating a...
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Trader sits hunched over computer with scattered papers and shattered glass on a dimly lit Wall Street trading floor
Posted inBusiness News Market News Tech News

Wall Street Slips Monday as Holiday Week Begins

Posted by Hannah E. Clearwater December 30, 2025
At a Glance Stocks slipped in quiet trading as Wall Street entered a holiday-shortened week. The S&P 500 dropped 0.3% to 6,905.74, while the Dow...
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Travelers walking toward Buc‑ee’s travel center at sunrise with white fuel pumps and bright signage
Posted inBusiness News Local News

Buc-ee’s Rapid Expansion: 70+ New Travel Centers Set to Open by 2027

Posted by Hannah E. Clearwater December 30, 2025
At a Glance Buc-ee's is building new travel centers in 2025, 2026, and 2027 across 20 states. 70+ planned locations will create over 200 jobs...
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Beef steak and coffee beans sit with vibrant fruits and vegetables and flowers at a farmers market under warm golden light.
Posted inBusiness News Consumer News

Inflation Eases, Yet Grocery Prices Surge: Beef 25%, Coffee 35%

Posted by Hannah E. Clearwater December 30, 2025
At a Glance Inflation eases but grocery prices still climb, with beef up to 25% and coffee up to 35%. Tariffs on beef and coffee imports have been...
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Envelope spilling cash onto desk with warm sunlight filtering through window and a blurred American flag in background
Posted inBusiness News Political News

Trump’s Tax Bill Promises Record Refunds for 2026

Posted by Gavin U. Stonebridge December 30, 2025
At a Glance Trump administration projects record tax refunds in 2026. Treasury estimates $100-$150 billion in total refunds, about $1,000-$2,000 per...
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Bi-weekly worker sitting at desk with laptop open to online banking portal, typing with faint smile as they receive extra pay
Posted inBusiness News Personal Finance

Bi-Weekly Workers Get an Extra Paycheck in January 2026

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 28, 2025
At a Glance Bi-weekly workers receive an extra paycheck in January 2026. The extra check arrives on Jan 2, 16, 30 if paid on Fridays. If paid on...
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Cashier looks up from computer with cluttered return counter and shoppers waiting for holiday gifts.
Posted inBusiness News Consumer News

Holiday Return Fees Surge: What Shoppers Need to Know

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 28, 2025
After the holiday rush, shoppers who return gifts may face a new cost that could dent their holiday budget. Return Fees Are on the Rise A 2025...
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