Business
Gillette Introduces Brand-New Razor, Same Old Blades
Krystal Steinmetz on April 21, 2014
The shaving giant is attempting to revolutionize shaving with a new “FlexBall” design, but, in a break with tradition, reportedly is not launching a new blade to go with it.
Download a Coupon and You Give Up the Right to Sue
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2014
General Mills’ revisions to its legal policy dictate that you give up your right to sue the food company if you sign up for its emails or download its coupons.
Work a Year, Get Fired, Make $58 Million
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2014
Yahoo’s ousted COO collects a hefty golden parachute.
Majority of Walmart Shoppers Prefer Amazon to Walmart.com
Guest Blogger on April 16, 2014
Only 19 percent of Walmart’s brick-and-mortar shoppers also use the retail giant’s online store, a new study says.
A Bank Fee That’s So Insulting, It’s Unbelievable
Krystal Steinmetz on April 14, 2014
If you sue your bank, you may be required to pay the bank’s legal fees — even if you win.
Comcast ‘Wins’ Contest for America’s Worst Company
Krystal Steinmetz on January 30, 2015
The cable giant wins its second Golden Poo award, beating out Monsanto to be named the worst company in America in the Consumerist’s annual poll.
Pepsi Made With Real Sugar? You Got It
Krystal Steinmetz on April 11, 2014
Pepsi plans to use sugar, instead of high fructose corn syrup, in three sodas this summer.
It’s OK to Refuse a LinkedIn Request
Krystal Steinmetz on April 10, 2014
There are times when it makes sense to turn down connection requests on LinkedIn.
Bank of America Ordered to Pay $727 Million to Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 9, 2014
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered BofA to pay fines and refund customers to settle claims that it cheated people with its marketing and billing practices for credit card add-on services.
Labor Market Back to 2008 Pre-Crisis Peak — Finally
Krystal Steinmetz on April 4, 2014
The private sector has recovered all of the jobs lost in the recession, but it’s not cause for great celebration.
GM Recall: What You Need to Know
Krystal Steinmetz on April 4, 2014
The automaker is under fire for a faulty ignition switch that is linked to several deadly crashes. What do consumers need to know?
Will You Benefit From the Walmart vs. Visa Lawsuit?
Krystal Steinmetz on April 1, 2014
Walmart has sued Visa for $5 billion, alleging the credit card company worked with banks to charge excessive card swipe fees.
If You Were a ________, You’d Be ________ .
Krystal Steinmetz on March 31, 2014
Those online quizzes taking over your Facebook feed are providing a wealth of information to marketers.
Infomercial King Is Headed to Prison
Krystal Steinmetz on March 27, 2014
TV pitchman Kevin Trudeau is sentenced to 10 years in prison for criminal contempt.
Microsoft to Windows XP Users: Here’s $100 to Buy a New PC
Krystal Steinmetz on March 25, 2014
The tech giant is ending support for its XP operating system on April 8.
Payday Loans Might Be Even Worse Than You Thought
Krystal Steinmetz on March 25, 2014
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is preparing some new rules to reform the payday loan industry.
J.C. Penney Worker Claims He Was Fired for Exposing ‘Fake’ Sale Prices
Krystal Steinmetz on March 25, 2014
Are you really getting a great deal when a major retailer slashes its prices?
No One Wins Buffett’s $1 Billion March Madness Prize
Krystal Steinmetz on March 24, 2014
All contestants have been eliminated in Warren Buffett’s NCAA perfect bracket challenge.
Sell Your Old Video Games for Walmart Credit
Krystal Steinmetz on March 19, 2014
You can soon cash in on your old video games at Walmart stores.
How to Keep Amazon Prime for Cheap, Plus Other Options
Krystal Steinmetz on March 14, 2014
Amazon Prime is increasing to $99. We’ll tell you how you can lock in a lower rate now or find an alternative way to shop.
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