Krystal Steinmetz
Court Nixes Contract: Dad Can Stop Paying Adult Kids’ Expenses
Krystal Steinmetz on October 26, 2015
A judge agrees with a father that it’s OK to let his Ivy-League educated offspring fend for themselves.
IRS Rules to Allow Joint-Filing by Same-Sex Married Couples
Krystal Steinmetz on October 25, 2015
The IRS is officially recognizing same-sex marriages with new rules that treat all married couples, regardless of sex, equally.
Bet You Can’t Guess America’s 2nd Favorite Sneaker Brand
Krystal Steinmetz on October 25, 2015
Nike still reigns, but after that there’s a dark horse surging past all the other athletic shoe brands.
Hospitals to Avoid: Here’s the ‘Low-Down Dozen’
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
Learn about the 12 U.S. hospitals that earn the lowest ratings for preventing five dangerous and potentially deadly infections.
Some Things Are Not Awesome: A Lego Shortage is Looming
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
As the holidays approach, the Denmark-based Lego company is scrambling to keep up with demand. But American Lego lovers may be spared.
FCC to Release Data in Battle Against Robocalls
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
The commission hopes ongoing publication of robocall phone numbers and complaint details will help developers make more effective weapons to block the onslaught.
Sorry to Say, Women: The Gender Pay Gap is Widening
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
As men’s earnings grow at twice the pace of women’s, analysts parse the data and try to explain why. Here are some of the theories.
Amazon Is Hiring a Crazy Number of Seasonal Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
Even as some brick-and-mortar retailers cut back on their holiday hiring, the e-commerce giant plans to expand its seasonal staffing by 25 percent over 2014.
Another Blow for Embattled For-Profit ITT Colleges
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
There are at least 18 attorneys general and three federal agencies investigating this college chain. Here’s the latest government move to restrict the institution.
Most States Get Poor Grades on Teaching Money Skills in Schools
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
But one state is head and shoulders above all the others. Find out how yours ranks.
Stunning Increases: Drug Prices That Have Shot Up 400 to 1,200 Percent
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
A new report suggests that hedge funds and private equity firms are responsible for the soaring cost of many drugs.
FTC Settlement Slaps Bogus ‘Tech Support’ Providers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
The case, through which customers lost millions of dollars, is a warning to other computer users. Here’s how to be sure you don’t get taken.
Waiting for Your Chip Credit Cards? Beware of These Scams
Krystal Steinmetz on October 19, 2015
The government warns that fraudsters are targeting people as they await their new, more secure credit cards. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Can Oprah Pull Weight Watchers Out of Its Slump?
Krystal Steinmetz on October 19, 2015
After Oprah Winfrey paid $43 million for a chunk of the weight loss company, its stock soared. Will her blessing help the company make a lasting difference against the competition?
Why Amazon Is Suing More Than 1,000 Product Reviewers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 19, 2015
In an ongoing battle to keep it real, the e-commerce giant is going after Fiverr users who allegedly wrote and sold phony reviews for products sold on Amazon.
Bad News, Seniors: Social Security Benefits Unlikely to Increase in 2016
Krystal Steinmetz on October 14, 2015
Here’s why your rising cost of living is not expected to be covered by a cost-of-living increase.
Finally, a Decent Solution for Airplane Carry-On Bags
Krystal Steinmetz on October 14, 2015
“Space Bins” aboard Alaska Airlines’ new Boeing 737s mean passengers won’t have to fight over storage for their roll-aboard bags and coats.
Wal-Mart: Boosting Workers’ Wages Helps Sink Profits
Krystal Steinmetz on October 14, 2015
The retail giant’s stock took a plunge on Wall Street, but the company projected investments would pay off in coming years.
End of an Era: Playboy Says No to Nudity
Krystal Steinmetz on October 13, 2015
After 62 years featuring naked Playmates and models, the magazine is shifting gears. Here’s why.
Bottoms Up: It’s the Beer Deal of the Century
Krystal Steinmetz on October 13, 2015
Budweiser, Miller and Coors are one step closer to becoming one big, happy family.
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