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The pool party’s over as Americans ease up on backyard upgrades
July 8, 2024
Americans will be splashing around this summer in the backyard pools they’ve already got, but not splashing out as much on new
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A lack of child care is keeping this 43-year-old mother of four out of the workforce
July 8, 2024
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. Stefanie Longenecker would love
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Laid off from a nearly six-figure job, this 61-year-old is driving for delivery apps: ‘I don’t get a day off’
July 8, 2024
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. Becky Melvin can usually
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Employers added 206,000 jobs in June, as sturdy labor market gradually cools
July 8, 2024
The economy added 206,000 jobs last month, according to fresh government data, but unemployment inched above 4% for the first time in
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July 4 travel hitting a record thanks to lower gas prices, humming economy
July 4, 2024
Travelers heading out for the July 4 holiday can expect plenty of company this year. Nearly 71 million people will be on the
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Clothing chain Bob’s Stores closing after 70 years
July 4, 2024
Bob’s Stores, a longtime Northeast clothing store chain, announced this week that it is shutting down after it failed to secure financing
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Major retailers are backtracking on self-checkout
July 4, 2024
After years of investing in self-checkout machines, some major retailers are starting to reverse course. Dollar General said it has eliminated self-checkout options
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Tesla shares rise on better-than-expected Q2 deliveries report
July 4, 2024
Tesla on Tuesday posted its second-quarter vehicle production and deliveries numbers for 2024, beating analysts expectations. Here are the key numbers: Total deliveries Q2 2024: 443,956 vehicles Total production Q2
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NFL-backed group lines up ‘Sunday Ticket’ streaming for bars, restaurants
July 4, 2024
A satellite dish is no longer the only way bars and restaurants can air the National Football League’s package of “Sunday Ticket”
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AI drive-thru ordering is on the rise — but it may take years to iron out its flaws
July 4, 2024
Searching for ways to lower labor costs, restaurants are hoping that artificial intelligence can take down drive-thru orders — but it will