Business
Halliburton to Pay a Whopping $18.3 Million in Workers’ Back Wages
Krystal Steinmetz on September 22, 2015
Oilfield service giant owes more than 1,000 workers in one of the biggest overtime recovery cases taken up by the U.S. Department of Labor.
This Pill Just Skyrocketed From $13.50 to $750
Krystal Steinmetz on September 22, 2015
Why a pharmaceutical company just hiked the price of a 62-year-old generic drug by a mind-boggling 5,000 percent. (Hint: Because it could.)
Coca-Cola Owes $3.3 Billion in Back Taxes, IRS Claims
Karla Bowsher on September 21, 2015
One expert says it is unlikely Coke will have to pay the full amount to the IRS. Find out why not.
Why Software Maker Pulled His Profitable Web Ad Blocker
Jim Gold on September 20, 2015
Many people find website advertising annoying — so ad-blocking apps are attractive — but losing ads could completely change what is available for a broad audience.
High-End Sweets May Be Coming to a Store Near You
Karla Bowsher on September 18, 2015
Stores aimed at adults that serve candy cocktails as well as confections are springing up across the nation.
In Urban Push, Taco Bells Add Alcohol, Drop Drive-Thru
Krystal Steinmetz on September 18, 2015
The Tex-Mex chain hopes to lure city-dwelling millennials to “cantinas” with a new look and feel. Here’s the scoop.
20 Restaurant Chains Graded ‘F’ Due to Meat Concerns
Karla Bowsher on September 17, 2015
A new “scorecard” gives a failing grade to 20 of the country’s 25 largest fast-food and fast-casual restaurants. Find out why.
A Massive Beer Merger Is Brewing
Krystal Steinmetz on September 17, 2015
Two of the biggest beer-makers in the world may join forces to form a beer empire with 18 of the top 40 beers in the world. Can it compete with the steady march of microbrews?
Can You Get a Good Deal on a Car — Sight Unseen, No Hassle?
Maryalene LaPonsie on September 15, 2015
These emerging businesses are betting you want to avoid haggling and kicking tires to get a good vehicle at a fair price.
Do Jessica Alba’s ‘Honest’ Products Make Dishonest Claims?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 14, 2015
The Honest Co. founded by the actress has recently been hit with two lawsuits. Find out why consumers are suing the eco-friendly firm.
Giant Debt Collectors to Cough Up $79 Million in Settlement
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The CFPB says it moved against the companies to halt “illegal and obnoxious debt collection practices.” The companies maintain the government is overreaching.
Amazon to Roll Out $50 Tablet
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
It’s inexpensive and little — almost a disposable device — but will consumers take the bait?
People Ditching Home Offices for Shared Workspaces
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Renting a desk downtown might be more expensive than working from home, but that hasn’t stopped co-working spaces from gaining in popularity.
5 Jobs That May Nearly Disappear by the Next Decade
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Some occupations face bleaker futures than others, due to evolving technology and other factors. Find out which jobs are in jeopardy.
President Orders New Benefits for Federal Contract Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The latest executive order mandating paid sick leave for about 300,000 employees has some small businesses grumbling.
Will Amazon Be Delivering Your Next Order of Kung Pao Chicken?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 9, 2015
The e-commerce giant adds a restaurant delivery service to its offerings, beginning in Seattle, with promises to expand.
Citizens, You’ll Soon Be Able to ‘Yelp’ the Federal Government
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
Consumers use online reviews to share praise and cautionary tales about millions of private businesses and services. Is this a good tool for communicating about and with Uncle Sam?
Why a Fox News Anchor Is Suing Over a Toy Hamster
Krystal Steinmetz on September 4, 2015
Television’s Harris Faulkner finds it very distressing that a “Littlest Pet Shop” character is also named Harris Faulkner.
McDonald’s Is Cooking Up a Treat for Breakfast-for-Dinner Lovers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 3, 2015
Are all-day Egg McMuffins the key to reversing slumping U.S. sales by the fast-food chain? We’ll soon find out.
Wal-Mart Boosts Workers’ Pay, Then Cuts Their Hours
Krystal Steinmetz on September 2, 2015
Cost-cutting move suggests the tension between public relations and investor relations.
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