Einstein Bros. Bagels Recalls Cream Cheese Spread Over Undeclared Almond Risk
A recall affects nearly 150 cases from select states where mislabeled cream cheese could trigger serious allergic reactions in consumers with almond allergies
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Average tax refund rises nearly 11% in 2026 filing season, IRS data shows
The IRS reports a notable increase in average tax refunds and direct deposit amounts as the April 15 filing deadline approaches
Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau to retire by late 2026 amid recent controversies
Air Canada announced that CEO Michael Rousseau will step down by Q3 2026, following a fatal crash and criticism over his failure to speak…
BlackRock’s Larry Fink Highlights Long
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Oil market disruptions linked to the Iran conflict have sharply increased crude prices, with analysts warning that U.S. gasoline prices may continue rising due…
IRS Allows Taxpayers to Track Refunds Online Ahead of Filing Deadline
The IRS offers a “Where’s My Refund?” online tool that lets taxpayers monitor their federal tax refund status as the April tax filing deadline…
Larry Fink Proposes Diversified Social Security Investment Strategy
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink called for changes to Social Security to strengthen the program and help it last for future generations. In his recent…
Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.38% Amid Iran Conflict Market Impact
Mortgage rates on the benchmark 30-year fixed loan increased to 6.38% this week, up from 6.22% last week, according to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage…
BlackRock’s Larry Fink Urges Broader Market Access to Address Wealth Gap Amid AI Rise
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned in his 2026 annual chairman’s letter that artificial intelligence (AI) could exacerbate wealth inequality unless more people gain access…
Goldman Sachs Raises US Inflation Forecast Amid Iran War Oil Supply Risks
Goldman Sachs has raised its inflation forecasts for the United States in 2026 due to oil price shocks linked to the Iran war, according…