Companies can claim yogurt reduces diabetes risk, FDA says
The FDA said it doesn't object to qualified claims that yogurt may reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes. But companies have to be careful not to mislead consumers with their wording.
Cancer-causing chemical linked to popular acne products, lab says
An independent lab is warning the FDA of recent findings that certain benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products can form high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
GOP senators question FDA over official's 'alarming remarks . . . encouraging racial bias in hiring'
Sen. Mike Lee is demanding answers from the Food and Drug Administration over comments made by its principal deputy commissioner "encouraging racial bias in hiring and promotions."
FAA gives Boeing 90 days to develop plan to address 'quality-control' issues
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday that it is giving Boeing has 90 days to develop a comprehensive action plan that will address "systemic quality-control issues."
Crypto industry fights back against government crackdown
The SEC and Chair Gary Gensler have brought a myriad of lawsuits against various players in the crypto sector for what he says is mass noncompliance with various securities laws.
Federal government jobs go viral on TikTok as a 'fix' for job security worries: 'And you get a pension'
Many industries were hit with layoffs in 2023, but for those who want to find a position with more job security, social media users say the answer is simple: the federal government.
Applesauce recall: State AG's plead with FDA for toxic metal testing in baby food industry
A group of attorneys general are urging the Food and Drug Administration to "issue guidance to the baby food industry" regarding finished product testing for toxic elements.
Amazon joins SpaceX, Trader Joe's in fight to declare government labor board unconstitutional
Amazon, SpaceX and Trader Joe's have separately argued that the structure of the National Labor Relations Board is unconstitutional and denies companies certain rights.
Crypto world, Wall Street await potential spring approval of spot ether ETF
Sentiment surrounding the approval of a spot product for the world’s second-largest digital asset in 2024 is overwhelmingly positive according to interviews conducted by FOX Business.
FCC makes AI-generated robocalls illegal after fake Biden voice used
The FCC has officially made it illegal to use artificial intelligence-generated voices in robocalls after a voice resembling President Biden targeted New Hampshire voters.
Soaring deficits to push publicly held debt to record level in 4 years
The national debt is projected to eclipse a record set in 1946 in four years after surpassing the size of the U.S. economy according to the CBO's latest projection.
CBO report says US deficit to skyrocket in next decade
The Congressional Budget Office released its budget and economic outlook for the next 10 years and projects deficits rising from $1.6 trillion this year to over $2.6 trillion in 2034.
‘Likely’ source of recalled applesauce contamination found, FDA says
The Food and Drug Administration announced that Ecuadorian officials identified a processor that could have contaminated the recalled applesauce products.
Applesauce recall: FDA to brief lawmakers about intentional contamination suspicion
Lawmakers are calling on the Food and Drug Administration to send a detailed briefing regarding their suspicion that the recalled applesauce pouches were contaminated on purpose.
Elon Musk says first human patient received Neuralink brain implant and is recovering well
Elon Musk announced Monday that the first person to receive a Neuralink brain implant, which he said was called Telepathy, did so on Sunday and is recovering well.
Boeing 737 Max 9 grounding will cost Alaska Airlines $150M
Alaska Airlines said Thursday that it's taking a financial loss to the tune of $150 million because of the grounding of its Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet earlier this month.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announces $2B medical debt bailout for up to 500K residents
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a plan to wipe out up to $2 billion in medical debt for hundreds of thousands of city residents during a press conference on Jan. 22, 2024.
Stamp prices going up this weekend
The U.S. Postal Service is once again saying inflation is the reason the cost to mail a letter is going up after recording $6.5 billion net loss for 2023.
Alaska Airlines CEO apologizes to passengers over Boeing 737 Max 9 incident
Alaska Airlines CEO issued an apology to customers who were on the flight that lost a door plug at 16,000 feet, forcing it to make an emergency landing back in Portland.
Diesel engine maker Cummins to pay record $1.675B emissions settlement
Diesel engine manufacturer Cummins has agreed to pay the largest-ever fine for violating the Clean Air Act, after the DOJ accused the company of "cheating" to avoid emissions testing.