McDonald’s Join the Fast Food Fight, Battling for Customers Low on Cash

Customers can save with a limited-time McDonalds $5 meal deal. If customers are low on cash, this meal is a treat. Here’s how it works as the company wants to help customers get more bang for their $  A Deal For Everyone  McDonald’s first announced their $5 deal in May and prepped customers for a summer deal even with hard …

Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants Win Big After Two-Year Battle

In the midst of industry-wide negotiations, Alaska Airlines flight attendants may have confirmed an equitable deal with their employer following months of meetings and protests.  2 Years of Negotiating After close to 2 years of tough negotiations, Alaska Airlines has reached a tentative agreement with its flight attendants late Friday. Due to Combined Efforts The airline announced the deal in …

Green Cars, Dirty Process: Why EV’s Might Not Be as Eco-Friendly As You Think

Climate change forces us to make “greener” choices, including transportation. But while electric vehicles help minimize greenhouse gases, their production process might be less eco-friendly.  EVs for Everyone?  More and more governments and developed countries are pushing for better-functioning electric vehicles (EVs) to help combat pollution and the reliance on the oil industry.   But before we examine whether EVs are …

Skyrocketing Home Prices Shatter the American Dream

Home prices have continued to climb to record highs across the country, but how is that reflected in home sales and mortgage rates? Record High House Prices Home prices in the US hit a record high last month, with existing homes selling for a median price of $419,300, according to the National Association of Realtors.  Biggest Jump Since 2022 That …

McDonald’s Reveal Meal Deal Bargain to Ease Customer Spending Woes

McDonald’s is launching a new meal deal. This promotion aims to provide affordable meal options as more people lean away from fast food chains for their daily meals. This initiative could be the first step in a wave of fast food changes. New Meal Deal McDonald’s is introducing a new $5 meal deal that’s appealing to many fast food fans. …

Walmart’s New Digital Shopping Experience Sparks Surge Pricing Concerns

Walmart has decided to modernize its technology in stores by introducing digital pricing around the country. This new approach to retail could improve the experiences of both customers and employees in the future. Walmart’s Big Announcement Walmart announced that it will be introducing digital shelf labels in 2,300 stores across the U.S. by 2026. These digital tags will replace traditional …

A Long-Haul: Can American Big Rigs Go Electric Without Breaking the Bank?

As the world tackles eco-challenges, hybrids and electric vehicles have become a leading market. But how does the future hold up for decarbonizing long-hauls? The challenges are real, and here’s the story for U.S. heavy-duty trucks.  The Future Is Bright  Various companies in logistics and freight are considering electric vehicles to reduce their carbon footprint. The future looks bright, with …

New Jersey Is the Third-Fastest Warming State in the US, Yet Workers Remain Unprotected

And yet, outdoor laborers continue battling 90+ degrees heat while awaiting a bill to protect them from heat injuries “before workers die”. A Sizzling State Climate Central, a climate research nonprofit, recently conducted a study on how the rising heat is affecting Americans.  The result? New Jersey is officially the fastest-warming state in the entire Northeast United States (and the …

Gen X Wins Big: The True Heirs of the Great Wealth Transfer

We know an enormous transfer of wealth is on the horizon – but one group will be the first to reap the rewards of that transfer. The Great Wealth Transfer For the last year, the media has touted the concept of a “Great Wealth Transfer” that will see trillions of dollars passed down from the oldest generation of adults (baby …

DOJ Takes on Adobe: Massive Lawsuit Over Subscription Scams

A historic court case could be on the cards as the DOJ takes on one of the world’s biggest computer software firms in a fight over consumer rights. Here are the full details. DOJ Slams Adobe with Massive Lawsuit The U.S. Department of Justice has just body slammed Adobe with a huge lawsuit, accusing the tech giant of trapping customers …