Jobs report blows past expectations, showing hiring surge

(NEW YORK) -- U.S. hiring surged in September, blowing past economist expectations and rebuking concern about weakness in the labor market. The fresh report marks one of the last major pieces of economic data before the presidential election.Employers hired 254,000 workers last month, far...

Boo Buckets back at McDonalds for Halloween Happy Meals

(NEW YORK) -- It's a monster mash at McDonald's, with the new limited-edition Happy Meal Boo Buckets making their return to the Golden Arches.On Oct. 15, the iconic plastic buckets, which make for perfect trick-or-treating vessels, will return to participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide while...

FTC seeks to block Kate Spade, Michael Kors merger

(NEW YORK) -- The Federal Trade Commission is asking a federal judge in New York to block the $8.5 billion merger of Tapestry, the company behind Coach, Kate Spade, and Capri, which controls Michael Kors.In April, the FTC sued to block the sale, arguing...

Arbys launches $7 Double the Meats sandwich deal

(NEW YORK) -- Much like its fellow fast food competitors slashing prices and offering special discounts to lure in customers, Arby's is adding a new deal to its menu with its Double the Meats Meal.For just $7, the new Double the Meats Meal includes...