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Senior citizens lost almost $1 billion in scams last year: FBI

Friday, June 18 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Senior citizens lost almost $1 billion in scams in 2020, according to an FBI report released this week. A total of 105,301 people over the age of 65 were scammed, with an average loss of $9,175, and almost 2,000 older Americans lost... Read More.

Black farmers fight to keep their land, cultivate next generation

Friday, June 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- John Boyd Jr., a fourth-generation farmer, grew up close to his 1,000-acre farm in southern Virginia where he now grows soybeans, wheat and livestock. Boyd, of Baskerville, Virginia, is also the founder of the non-profit National Black Farmers Association, which educates and... Read More.

What to know about Lina Khan, the youngest-ever chair of the Federal Trade Commission

Friday, June 18 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Lina Khan made history earlier this week when she was sworn in as chair of the Federal Trade Commission and became the youngest person ever to hold the top role at the agency tasked with enforcing antitrust laws and protecting consumers. While the... Read More.

Latinas exited workforce at highest rate during pandemic: Report

Friday, June 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Latinas left the workforce at higher rates than any other demographic during the COVID-19 pandemic, with little sign of recuperating even as the country starts to reopen, according to a new report. From March 2020 to March 2021, the number of Latinas... Read More.

Father’s Day gifts nationwide being ‘Made in America’

Friday, June 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Across the country, companies are using locally sourced, U.S.-based materials to make the perfect gift for dad this Father's Day. Leatherman Tools in Portland, Oregon, makes multi-tools that can cut, slice and saw. Founded in 1983, co-founder Tim Leatherman still works on... Read More.

Victoria’s Secret rebrands featuring diverse, inclusive message for new generation

Thursday, June 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Victoria's Secret is on the brink of a major revamp. The retailer, best known for its lingerie offerings, popular catalog and extravagant annual fashion show, is rolling out a brand new transformation with the launch of The VS Collective, which features a... Read More.

Rental car scams on the rise

Thursday, June 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With more Americans planning to hit the road this summer, the number of travelers seeking to rent a car is bound to rise. But given the ongoing car shortage, the inventory available to customers is limited and scammers are now taking... Read More.

How to shop summer sales like a pro

Thursday, June 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The countdown to the summer sales extravaganza, also known as "summer Black Friday," is underway. As we gear up for the big event, there can be much to navigate due to the simultaneous sales from mega retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Target... Read More.

Boardroom diversity is on the rise after racial reckoning hits private sector, study finds

Wednesday, June 16 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) — One year after the murder of George Floyd spotlighted issues of systemic racism in the U.S., a new study found corporate America has made great leaps to increase diversity in boardrooms. Of the 456 new independent directors added to the boardrooms of companies listed... Read More.

Royal Caribbean postpones sail after eight crew members test positive for COVID-19

Wednesday, June 16 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Royal Caribbean has postponed a sailing in July "out of an abundance of caution" after eight crew members tested positive for COVID-19. The cruise line said that during routine testing eight workers on the Odyssey of the Seas received a positive test... Read More.

GM to increase electric vehicle investment to $35B through 2025

Wednesday, June 16 by ABC News

(DETROIT) -- General Motors has announced it will increase its investment into electric and autonomous vehicles to $35 billion through 2025. "We are investing aggressively in a comprehensive and highly-integrated plan to make sure that GM leads in all aspects of the transformation to a... Read More.

What to know about ‘shrinkflation’ and how to avoid sneaky price hikes

Wednesday, June 16 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- If you have a hunch that some ice cream containers and other goods lining grocery store shelves and your pantry are getting smaller but not cheaper, it may not be all in your head. As the reopening economy struggles with pandemic-induced supply... Read More.

Senior citizens lost almost $1 billion in scams last year: FBI

Black farmers fight to keep their land, cultivate next generation

What to know about Lina Khan, the youngest-ever chair of the Federal Trade Commission

Latinas exited workforce at highest rate during pandemic: Report

Father’s Day gifts nationwide being ‘Made in America’

Victoria’s Secret rebrands featuring diverse, inclusive message for new generation

Rental car scams on the rise

How to shop summer sales like a pro

Boardroom diversity is on the rise after racial reckoning hits private sector, study finds

Royal Caribbean postpones sail after eight crew members test positive for COVID-19

GM to increase electric vehicle investment to $35B through 2025

What to know about ‘shrinkflation’ and how to avoid sneaky price hikes

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