As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs into law a bill stripping Disney of its longtime self-governing status in the state, his new book reveals he warned the entertainment giant about its political activities.
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Diversity officers hired in 2020 are losing their jobs, and the ones who remain are mostly white
The wave of change in workplaces through diversity, equity and inclusion roles has quelled, and Black workers will feel the brunt of the officers’ absence.
Supreme Court takes up challenge to consumer protection agency’s funding
The Supreme Court agreed to resolve a lawsuit brought by business groups that threatens the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
How to avoid pesky fees from banks, entertainment, travel, more
From banking and cable providers to concert tickets and more, we’re paying more for services thanks to those pesky fees — but there are ways to avoid some of those extra costs. NBC’s business and data reporter Brian Cheung breaks it down.
Cruises are popular again — but you can still nab a deal!
After taking a big hit in the pandemic, cruise trip bookings are now shattering sales records and travelers are looking for ways to save big. NBC’s senior investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.
Elon Musk calls U.S. media and schools 'racist against whites & Asians' after newspapers drop 'Dilbert'
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, Tesla and Twitter, accused “the media” and “elite colleges and high schools” of being “racist” against white and Asian people.
'Serious breach' led Volkswagen to delay tracking stolen car with 2-year-old inside, Illinois sheriff's office says
A “serious breach” led to a delay in recovering a stolen car with a toddler trapped inside after a Volkswagen car tracking service demanded payment before it agreed to help, an Illinois sheriff’s office said.
With food stamp cuts just days away, millions brace for higher grocery expenses
Enhanced food stamp payments under a pandemic-era SNAP policy are set to end in 32 states, ending a program that economists have linked to reductions in poverty.
Vows by many big U.S. companies to back out of Russia hold firm a year later
One year after Russia launched its invasion, many of the largest U.S. companies say their moves to withdraw or suspend operations there remain in effect.
Plan your next spring break vacation with these travel tips
From using alternate airports to saving on hotel costs with Costco and “endless summer” destinations, there is still time to plan an affordable spring break vacation. NBC’s Tom Costello and travel expert Mark Ellwood share tips for booking your trip.