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A popular seafood chain has shut dozens of doors nationwide and filed for bankruptcy following some unwise promotional campaigns.  Red Lobster’s Tough Times Image Credit: Shutterstock / Kateryna Onyshchuk Red Lobster is in for a rough ride. From Sea to Struggle Image Credit: Shutterstock / fizkes What was once the nation’s premier choice for seafood, … Read more

America’s most iconic fast food chain has refuted claims that its menu prices have outstripped the inflation rate, after photos of $18 Big Mac meals went viral last year. On the Defense McDonald’s prices have soared in recent years, with many Americans viewing their meal deals as a luxury rather than an affordable option. But … Read more

Some Costco customers have expressed outrage over the discontinuation of one of their favorite grocery items. And while the warehouse club retail chain has confirmed the news, their reasoning for taking the product off the shelves may surprise you. An Unhappy Change Costco shoppers are notoriously loyal to the warehouse retail giant. Why else would … Read more

Understanding the nuances of tipping can help you to deal with this practice more confidently. Recent cultural shifts have brought tipping expectations to even more industries, frustrating many customers who can’t figure out what is appropriate. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about tipping in the U.S. The Basics of Tipping in … Read more

Boeing planes are waiting for parts as its 737 Max and 787 planes are on the ground and cannot make trips at present. The delay has already cost the company billions; each day, it adds to that growing total. Why Are the Planes Grounded? Boeing models 737 and 787 cannot fly their scheduled trips as … Read more

Southwest Airlines is saying goodbye to its famous open seating plan.  Farewell to Free-for-All Southwest is officially ditching the free-for-all seating arrangement in favor of assigned seats and extra-legroom options. It’s the end of an era for a policy that has been a huge part of the airline’s brand for over 50 years now. Legroom … Read more

The trend of store closures in every corner of the country has continued, as regional supermarket chain Stop & Shop announces the closure of dozens of stores. More Store Closures The country has been hit by a wave of retail store closures around the country this year, from Family Dollar to Walgreens, and more. Stop … Read more

Despite affordability to a larger group of consumers, the Dollar Tree chain group of stores has struggled to make sales.  The Glory Days Have Slowed Down When Dollar Tree came onto the scene, they capitalized on an affordable brand for lower-income households. But things have changed, and consumers are no longer purchasing as much as … Read more

Tesla rival Rivian has just revealed a billion-dollar partnership that could change up the EV market for good. VW’s Massive Investment in Rivian Volkswagen (VW) has announced a huge $5 billion investment in electric vehicle (EV) company Rivian. The deal has already sent Rivian’s stock soaring by over 50%, and is a much-needed lifeline for … Read more

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s plans may have to take a backseat, as a group of lawmakers are moving behind the scenes to cancel some of his most expensive policies for the state. Lawmakers Challenge Newsom’s Policies Image Credit: Shutterstock / aerogondo2 California state lawmakers have made a surprise move to cancel a $400 million loan … Read more