Krystal Steinmetz
Lawsuit Claims Dog Food Brand Is Killing Canines
Krystal Steinmetz on February 25, 2015
The complaint alleges that one of Purina’s dry dog foods is toxic. The company has until April 2 to respond.
The Tooth Fairy Index is Up! What Kids Are Getting Under Their Pillows
Krystal Steinmetz on February 25, 2015
One survey shows American kids received 25 percent more for a lost tooth in 2014 than they did in 2013, and that, we are told, is good news for the economy.
Cable Networks Speed Up TV Shows to Fit in More Ads
Krystal Steinmetz on February 25, 2015
Seemingly defying the laws of physics, cable networks have found ways to squeeze more commercials into reruns of old favorites, including “Friends,” “Seinfeld” and “The Wizard of Oz.”
FTC Gives Thumbs Down to Claims That App Can Detect Skin Cancer
Krystal Steinmetz on February 25, 2015
The Bureau of Consumer Protection cracks down, citing lack of scientific underpinning for app makers’ claims.
Feds Target 10 Big Banks for Possible Price Rigging in Precious Metals
Krystal Steinmetz on February 24, 2015
At least 10 major banks are being investigated by the U.S. Justice Department for alleged manipulation of the market for gold, silver, platinum and palladium.
Target Drops Minimum Order for Free Shipping by Half
Krystal Steinmetz on February 24, 2015
Target’s free-shipping minimum is now $10 cheaper than Amazon. Will that make the difference for shoppers?
Obama Proposal Aims to Protect Americans From Bad (Read: Costly) Retirement Advice
Krystal Steinmetz on February 24, 2015
The White House says new rules for financial advisers could save working- and middle-class families up to $17 billion a year.
Americans Love Nordstrom, Costco and Amazon, And Then There’s Wal-Mart …
Krystal Steinmetz on February 24, 2015
Find out which retailers did (and did not) make the grade in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index report.
10 Jobs With the Biggest Pay Gap Between Men and Women
Krystal Steinmetz on March 3, 2021
Despite progress, a gender gap persists across the board. Here are some of the professions with the dubious distinction of exceeding the average level of pay inequality.
90 Percent of Americans Just Say No to Mobile Payments
Krystal Steinmetz on February 21, 2015
Americans trust mobile payments, but so far they don’t see a reason to use them, study says.
Amazon Expands Near-Instant Delivery Service
Krystal Steinmetz on February 21, 2015
Amazon’s Prime Now two-hour delivery is expanding in New York and plans to do so elsewhere. Could your city be next?
Wal-Mart’s Pay Raises Could Pack a Positive Punch
Krystal Steinmetz on February 20, 2015
The big box giant could pour as much as $1.5 billion into the economy and spark raise increases at other companies.
Cheap, Painless Tattoo Removal Cream? It’s In The Works
Krystal Steinmetz on February 19, 2015
A Canadian PhD student is developing a cream that could help you get rid of regrettable body art without damaging your skin.
Survey: Remote Workers More Productive and Reliable Than In-Office Peers
Krystal Steinmetz on February 19, 2015
They may be wearing their pajamas all day, but they are anything but lazy, study says.
The Happiest Employee Award Goes To…
Krystal Steinmetz on February 19, 2015
A recent study found the construction industry has the happiest employees in the workforce. Here’s why.
New Ads on Facebook Help Businesses Target Individuals
Krystal Steinmetz on February 18, 2015
Facebook’s new product ads allow businesses to highlight products based on users interests, location and previously visited web sites.
Why Your Next Candy Bar Might Taste a Little Different
Krystal Steinmetz on February 18, 2015
Nestle moves to make its chocolate candies a little healthier.
Here’s an Idea: Use Your Vacation Days or Else…
Krystal Steinmetz on February 18, 2015
Japan is considering a proposal to require workers to use their vacation time. Should the U.S. follow suit?
Could Devaluing SSNs Stymie Security Breaches?
Krystal Steinmetz on February 17, 2015
Cyberattacks have affected millions of Americans in recent years, and the problem only worsens. Are Social Security numbers part of the problem and possibly key to the solution?
In Your 30s and Still Not Rich? The Odds Are Stacked Against You
Krystal Steinmetz on June 5, 2015
A Federal Reserve Bank of New York study reveals that lifetime earnings are largely determined by what you make in your first 10 years.
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