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January inflation hits 6.4%, missing analysts' expectations for a faster slowdown
The latest inflation numbers are expected from the U.S. Tuesday morning
Women are driving the labor market’s post-pandemic recovery
Labor-force participation among women in their prime working years returned to pre-pandemic levels in January, but the job gains haven’t been spread evenly.
Sports betting reaches new heights ahead Super Bowl LVII
For generations, sports leagues viewed gambling as a threat to the integrity of professional games but now sports betting is more popular than ever due to a widespread shift in legalization. NBC’s Shaquille Brewster reports in this week’s Sunday Focus.
Adidas warns dropping Kanye West could cost it more than $1 billion
Adidas said Thursday that it is at risk of losing as much as $1 billion in operating profits if it fails to offload its inventory of Kanye West-designed Yeezy merchandise.
Florida to place leadership of Disney's special operating district under DeSantis' control
Florida lawmakers have approved a bill that makes changes to Disney’s Reedy Creek Special Improvement District, including replacing its board of supervisors.
Walmart pushes back as major product suppliers ask for higher prices
Walmart Inc. is warning major packaged goods makers that it can no longer stomach their price hikes, pitching its own private-label products to shoppers as less-expensive alternatives to suppliers’ name-brand goods.
Baby registry megasite Babylist opening first retail store
If you’ve had a baby, or know someone who has, the odds are good that you’ve encountered Babylist, a baby registry website that served more than 9 million new parents and gift-givers last year.
Dating during inflation: How to keep romance alive on a budget
In a recent survey, 77% of single people said having more money could make dating easier, while 1 in 5 say they’re going on fewer dates because of inflation — but that doesn’t mean you have to kiss your chance at romance goodbye. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen shares tips for dating on a budget.
Baby killed and another injured in strollers sold by major retailers, consumer safety agency says
A baby was killed and another was injured after they became entrapped in a popular Baby Trend stroller that’s sold at retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Buybuy Baby, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Thursday.