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Be cautious of the 'order confirmation' email. It could be a malware attackWe all indulge in a bit of online shopping in preparation for the holidays, so getting an order confirmation for an in-store pick up with a link below might tempt you to open that link. If you do, you'll be playing right into the hands of the scammers. Do not click on it.聽
As workers strike again, the 'Fight for $15' expands its political horizonsFast-food and other low-wage workers walked off the job once again Thursday in support of a $15 per hour minimum wage and access to union rights. Now in its third year, the "fight for $15" has expanded to include more sectors of the industry and more causes, with protests in Ferguson, Mo., and on the steps of the US Supreme Court.聽
Three ways to avoid charity donation fraud this holiday seasonCharitable donations are on the rise but those who wait until the last minute to make a contribution aren鈥檛 as inclined to research the organization beforehand, making it less likely that their money will go where they intended it to.
Sears' third quarter losses increase to $548 millionThe longtime retailer says it has raised cash and will be closing stores in an effort to turn the company around.
Ruble crash, sanctions sting RussiansRussia's economy has been battered this year by uncertainty over the conflict in Ukraine, the falling price of oil, Western sanctions and retaliatory Russian import bans.
Laptop deals that tie or beat Black Friday's best pricesWe found two laptop deals that tie or even beat last week's Black Friday prices- An HP Laptop is $75 cheaper than Black Friday's best price, and we found a formerly in-store only laptop deal that's now available online with free shipping.聽
US jobless claims fall below 300K as hiring surgesJobless claims for US workers slipped below 300,000 last week, after having spiked above that level in the prior week for the first time in nearly three months.聽As fewer people file jobless claims, it suggests that employers are holding onto more workers and potentially looking to bolster their hiring.
Ferrari FFX K: New supercar roars onto the scene in Abu DhabiFerrari鈥檚 new track-only version of its LaFerrari flagship,聽the FXX K, has been revealed ahead of its official debut later this week in Abu Dhabi. Like Ferrari's previous experimental cars, the FXX K will be offered exclusively to the brand's most loyal customers.聽
Five personal finance skills everybody should haveMoney and personal finance is very important in everyone's life, so make it your goal to learn as much as you can. Start by opening your first bank account, become financially savvy, and build a good credit history that could help you in the future.聽
Missed Black Friday and Cyber Monday? There are still ways to save.Those who missed the Black Friday and Cyber Monday madness can still get their hands on amazing holiday deals. Some of the best finds include the cheapest ever unlocked iPhone 4 16GB, starting at just $100 at eBay.聽
Takata airbag recall fiasco: What car owners need to knowTakata has refused to expand a recall of faulty airbags linked to at least five deaths in the US, and the path to a nationwide recall has become聽exponentially more complicated for Takata, automakers, federal regulators, and owners of affected vehicles.聽
How to save on American Girl, LEGO, and more of Google's top 10 'most searched' toysAmerican Girl, LEGO, Ouija Boards, and more of the top 10 'most-Googled' toys of the holiday season don't have to break the bank.聽But if you didn't have time to score deals on these sought-after toys during the Black Friday bonanza sales, it's not too late to find these hot holiday toys at reasonable prices.聽
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 starts heading out to dealers2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 cars started shipping out to dealers across the country yesterday. The new 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 offers great choices, a convertible option for the first time, and as an automatic transmission. Keys might be given to some lucky customers as early as this week.聽
ADP: US employers added 208,000 jobs in NovemberADP聽said Wednesday that private sector companies added 208,000 jobs in November, the third straight month that hiring has topped 200,000. The ADP report聽suggests that employers remain confident enough in the economy and their customer demand to add workers despite sluggish growth overseas.
Cyber Monday isn't over yet: the 10 best 'Cyber Week' discountsCyber Monday may have come and gone, but the fun continues with 'Cyber Week' promotions. We've rounded up the best Cyber Week coupons聽here for your convenience, including up to $70 off select HP laptops, 25 percent off most items at Macy's, and half off a Domino's pizza.
Takata balks on expanding US airbag recall. 'Disappointing,' regulators say.Takata Corp has received criticism from US auto safety regulators for its response to an order to expand a recall of its airbags nationwide.聽At least five deaths have been linked to聽Takata聽inflators, which can explode with excessive force and shoot shrapnel inside cars.
Random acts of pasta: Why do acts of kindness go viral?A Utah man became a social media sensation after he used an Olive Garden pass to feed the homeless. Americans like passing on feel-good stories about people doing good almost as much as they like spreading cute-pet videos or the latest on Kim Kardashian.
Can Giving Tuesday counterbalance holiday commercialism?Giving Tuesday has gained serious traction on social media and in the development world as a kind of 'Philanthropy Super Bowl.'
Apple iPod antitrust trial features emails from Steve JobsThe trial evidence includes emails from Jobs, as well as video deposition testimony the former Apple chief executive gave shortly before he died in 2011.
Fifteen burger concepts to watch out for in 2015Burger-menu restaurants continue to be created and once established continue to multiply. Below, we've listed 15 growing brands to watch out for next year. These concepts聽exemplify the diversity in style that keeps the burger category of the restaurant business innovative and robust.
