Business

Why your holiday gift returns might go to a landfill and what you can do about it

The holiday season will soon come to a close, but the busiest time of the year for product returns is just beginning. The National Retail Federation estimates 17% of holiday purchases will be sent back this year. More retailers are reporting extended return windows and increased holiday staff ...

South Dakota hotel owner found liable for discrimination against Native Americans

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The owner of a South Dakota hotel who said Native Americans were banned from the establishment was found liable for discrimination against Native Americans on Friday. A federal jury decided the owner of the Grand Gateway Hotel in Rapid City will pay tens of thousands of ...

More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month

NEW YORK — More drops for AI stocks dragged the U.S. market lower Wednesday, and Wall Street sank to its fourth straight loss. The S&P 500 fell 1.2% for its worst day in nearly a month, though it's still not far from its all-time high set last week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ...

U.S. tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases

NEW YORK — The Ah Louis Store in San Luis Obispo, California, turns into a winter wonderland every holiday season. Green garlands, giant nutcrackers, baubles and bows go up in early November on the historic downtown building that houses the gift shop. Inside, customers can choose from over ...