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Dead end dream on Nantucket
Even if you’ve missed Nantucket’s beloved Christmas Stroll you can still enjoy the island’s way...
The end of the lunch bowl era
Americans are increasingly over the “slop bowl.”
How to form beneficial daily habits that stick
Instead of thinking about timing like by this time next month, you’ll be off to...
Ticker: Jury says Johnson & Johnson owes $40 million to 2 cancer patients who used talcum powders
A Los Angeles jury has awarded $40 million to two women who claim Johnson &...
This holiday season isn’t very merry for consumers, a poll finds
The vast majority of U.S. adults say they’ve noticed higher than usual prices for groceries,...
December is a great time to buy a new car and this is why
December has favorable conditions that can help you save money.
Podcast industry under siege as AI bots flood airways with thousands of programs
The slow encroachment of AI voices has sparked anger as well as curiosity.
Instacart is charging different prices to different customers in a dangerous AI experiment, report says
Instacart likely began experimenting with prices in 2022, when the platform acquired AI company Eversight.
Humanoid robots take center stage at Silicon Valley summit, but skepticism remains
Some robots with human elements are already being tested in workplaces.
Ford turns to stepped-up tech and cooperation with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves
It includes a feature that won’t allow the pickups to start even with key fobs.
Tumbling tech drags Wall Street off its records and toward its worst day in 3 weeks
Broadcom dragged the market lower.
Rise in late auto loan payments signals stress on low-income families
Auto loan debt is not yet at a crisis point, according to analysts.
This holiday season isn’t very merry for consumers, poll finds
Roughly half of Americans say it’s harder than usual to afford the gifts they want.
Editorial: America needs more people who work with their hands
Obtaining a respectable career with strong earning potential doesn’t require a college degree. Ford Motor...
Ooh, that smell! Pot cafes approved in Massachusetts
That pungent smell of weed will soon be wafting from pot cafes.
Ticker: Disney invests $1B in OpenAI
Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and will bring characters such as Mickey Mouse,...
Obamacare subsidy extensions rejected in Senate
The Senate on Thursday rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing...
After Airbus issue, DOT says airlines don’t have to cover passenger expenses amid aircraft recalls
The guidance comes after widespread disruptions amid the busy Thanksgiving travel period.
NH lawmakers thank Gov. Healey for ‘growing economic divide’ between states
A coalition of Republican New Hampshire legislators joined the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance on Thursday for...
Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for looser regulations for the US financial system
Senator Elizabeth Warren said reducing regulations would create too much risk.
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year
This is the first increase after two straight declines.
Disney invests $1B in OpenAI in deal to bring characters like Mickey Mouse to Sora AI video tool
Fans can generate and share videos featuring Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars characters.
Municipalities seeking big property tax, state aid changes
The trade association that represents the 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts unveiled an ambitious...
US farmers will get more money from Trump. They still have more problems
The aid is seen as a stopgap. Many farmers want solutions to rising costs.
The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue
The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 1.3% and topped its own record set last month.
Car prices are going up, but how much of it is from tariffs?
Experts said it is likely tariffs will cost you in one way or another.
US jobless benefit applications jump to 236,000 last week as concerns about labor market persist
U.S. jobless claim applications for the week ending Dec. 6 climbed above analysts' forecast.
Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT’s alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide
The lawsuit claims OpenAI designed a defective product that validated a user's paranoid delusions, leading...
Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say
The Democrats’ report found that American consumers’ share of the bill came to nearly $159...
Trump’s handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling
The poll results are a warning about how Americans are evaluating Trump's performance as the...
AI slop ad backfires for McDonald’s
People aren’t lovin’ it.
Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US
Oreo Zero Sugar and Oreo Double Stuf Zero Sugar will go on sale in January.
First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies
Thirty companies submitted bids, including industry giants Chevron, Shell and BP.
Federal Reserve cuts key rate
The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row...
Ticker: Advanced cancer care coming to Central Mass; SpaceX planning IPO
A promising type of cancer care that's largely been available only in Boston is coming...
What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you
Credit card rate relief could be slow.
Paramount says China’s Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues
The Chinese company dropped its $1 billion financing commitment for the takeover bid.
US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more
Wall Street loves lower interest rates because they can boost the economy and goose prices...
Shocked by your electric bill? 3 reasons costs are rising
The chance that prices are going to level out soon is slim.
Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year
Wednesday's cut reduced the rate to the lowest it has been in nearly three years.
Gaskin: Owning AI future means owning the energy future
If we want to lead the AI era, we must get our energy policy, our environmental protections,...
Logo blowup hits Cracker Barrel revenue
Cracker Barrel posted lower-than-expected sales in its fiscal first quarter and trimmed its revenue forecast...
Rate cut decision looms at Fed
The Federal Reserve faces an unusually contentious meeting this week that will test Chair Jerome...
OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit
OpenAI faces competition from companies like Google and concerns about profitability.
Cracker Barrel lowers revenue forecast as traffic falls after logo blowup
The fall in revenue was lower than Wall Street anticipated.
Ticker: Massachusetts cuts, not adds, jobs; Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US
Ticker: Massachusetts cuts, not adds, jobs; Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US
Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
Regulators are examining whether Google used web publishers and YouTube content without permission or payment.
US job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million
Overall, it’s a puzzling time for the American economy.
Wall Street drifts near its record high as Exxon Mobil climbs
Trading is calm as Wall Street waits to hear what the Federal Reserve will say...
5 Financial to-dos before the end of 2025
Here are some moves to help you finish the year strong financially.
Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds
The Fed’s 19-member rate-setting committee is sharply divided over whether to lower borrowing costs again.
More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe
The “Year in Help” report also shows that “monthly bills” were the second fastest-growing category...
Massachusetts Convention center board takes no vote on CEO, source says
No vote was taken Sunday night by the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority board after an...
Justices skeptical of agency independence
The Supreme Court on Monday seemed likely to expand presidential control over independent federal agencies,...
ABC extends contract with Jimmy Kimmel
ABC said Monday it has signed late-night comic Jimmy Kimmel to a one-year contract extension.
Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China
Trump’s announcement appeared to drive the stock slightly higher in after hours trading.
Trump planning $12B aid for farmers
President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package on Monday — a boost...
Paramount goes hostile: Tries to outbid Netflix in race for Warner Bros.
Paramount on Monday launched a hostile takeover offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, initiating a potentially...
Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems
The deal brings Boeing’s largest provider of spare parts in-house.
2026 Housing market: Stable rates, rising costs ahead
Prospective buyers and sellers shouldn’t hold out for a major mortgage rate drop.
Wall Street pulls back from its record heights
Warner Bros. Discovery jumped after Paramount offered to buy the company.
Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix
Paramount is going straight to Warner Bros. shareholders.
Trump says Netflix deal to buy Warner Bros. ‘could be a problem’ because of size of market share
Trump says he will be involved in the decision about whether federal regulators should approve...
Making the most of December to get organized
Physically clean your space. Old physical files? It’s time to purge them. Overflowing in-box? Delete...
Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record
"Five Nights at Freddy's" has powered up the box office once again. The sequel opened...
Ticker: Feds waive Bide-era fine against Southwest
The U.S. Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines...
What will Netflix-WBD deal mean?
If Netflix can complete its $82.7 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, it will...
One Tech Tip: Up your Christmas shopping game with AI tools
Shopping assistant chatbots were a novelty a year ago. Now, they’re everywhere.
Wright: Our energy future hinges on smart choices
We don’t want to deindustrialize the United States. We don’t want AI, like the other...
How to reduce revenge quitting in the workplace
New research suggests more workers are abruptly quitting their jobs and leaving employers and colleagues...
Detroit Three struggle in vehicle reliability ranking, but 2 brands are up
Toyota, Subaru, Lexus and Honda took the top four spots in this year's new car...
Bayer sues AIG insurance to help with legal bills as Roundup claims top $10B
Bayer is suing insurance giant AIG, alleging decades-old insurance policies should have helped cover billions...
Ticker: FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown
U.S. airlines were notified this week that an investigation is underway into whether they complied...
No AI maker scored higher than a C+ on efforts to protect humanity, according to a new report card
The highest overall grades given were only a C+, given to two San Francisco AI...
Prospective employees, companies negotiate fast-changing new world of AI
Recent job cuts, especially by tech companies, have raised concerns about the impact of AI...
How can I troubleshoot my furnace?
Here’s what to watch for in your furnace as winter sets in.
Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems
The union representing track inspectors said this raises the risk of derailments.
FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don’t bet on it
Experts say cutting mileage standards is unlikely to lead to cheaper cars anytime soon.
The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you
Advocates worry this could lead to more office closures.
Home Smart: Looking to move next to the Kennedys?
Set on some of the most coveted shorelines in New England, the historic 1914 property...
U.S. consumer sentiment improved this month but remains subdued, the University of Michigan reports
The index beat the 52 mark that economists had forecast. Still, the index is down...
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge stayed elevated in September as spending weakened
The data was delayed for five weeks by the government shutdown.
Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high
The modest moves capped a quiet week for Wall Street.
Stalled at work? 3 tips to take control of your career growth
Navigating today’s job market takes courage.
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion
The acquisition, announced Friday, would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and...
US reshapes visa priorities
The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa...
Hot Property: Topsfield mid-century modern delights
Get ready to meet your new architectural crush.
Ticker: Mortgage rates near low for year; Jobless applications fall
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell again this week, slipping close to...
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.19%, near its low for the year
It’s now at the lowest level since Oct. 30.
WhatsApp faces European antitrust investigation over artificial intelligence
Regulators are concerned about WhatsApp's move to limit access for third-party AI providers.
With ‘Trump Accounts,’ your baby could qualify for $1,000. Here’s what to know
The accounts aim to help low-income children build wealth.
Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high
A drop for Kroger helped work against the gain.
Credit card perks that make parenting easier (and cheaper)
Anything that saves you money, time and energy as a parent is a godsend.
US filings for jobless benefits fall to 191,000, lowest since September of 2022
The news potentially complicates the Federal Reserve’s upcoming decision on interest rates.
2025 Jeep Wagoneer packs a comfy price tag
Expanding their focus to larger vehicles such as the Grand Cherokee L and now Flagship...
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visits Republicans as debate over intensifying AI race rages
Huang warns that any restrictions on AI will halt its advancement.
New Hampshire welcomes manufacturer fleeing Massachusetts: ‘Predictable result’
New Hampshire officials are welcoming a manufacturer that's moving to the Granite State from Massachusetts,...