In about-face, retailers ease holiday return policies during pandemic
Just a short time ago, stores said no to returns out of an abundance of COVID caution. Now, some stores are going the opposite direction and extending return windows by up to six months.
Just a short time ago, stores said no to returns out of an abundance of COVID caution. Now, some stores are going the opposite direction and extending return windows by up to six months.
Dec. 15 is the deadline for UPS, FedEx, USPS ground delivery by Christmas Day
FedEx, USPS and UPS said Tuesday is the recommended deadline to send gifts in order for them to arrive via ground delivery by Christmas.
FedEx, USPS and UPS said Tuesday is the recommended deadline to send gifts in order for them to arrive via ground delivery by Christmas.
Gift Guide: Educational toys for 2020
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello's gift guide has top tech, top toys, fitness gifts, game night and other ideas to spark your child's imagination. Learning is fun when you have toys like these.
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello's gift guide has top tech, top toys, fitness gifts, game night and other ideas to spark your child's imagination. Learning is fun when you have toys like these.
IRS warns of scam texts claiming to send fake stimulus check
The Internal Revenue Service is warning of a text sent out by scammers claiming to have access to a $1,200 stimulus check in exchange for personal bank information.
The Internal Revenue Service is warning of a text sent out by scammers claiming to have access to a $1,200 stimulus check in exchange for personal bank information.
Monday marks Free Shipping Day for online holiday shoppers
Hundreds of online retailers are taking part in Free Shipping Day with guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve.
Hundreds of online retailers are taking part in Free Shipping Day with guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve.
Gmail, YouTube and other services down briefly as Google suffers outage
Google services, including YouTube and Gmail, experienced widespread outages on Monday in countries around the world.
Google services, including YouTube and Gmail, experienced widespread outages on Monday in countries around the world.
Popular snack producer warns of possible cookie shortage ahead of holidays
Pepperidge Farm, which operates under the Campbell’s Soup Company, has warned it may experience a shortage of some of their popular cookie items due to the ongoing pandemic.
Pepperidge Farm, which operates under the Campbell’s Soup Company, has warned it may experience a shortage of some of their popular cookie items due to the ongoing pandemic.
Silver Lining: Prices of precious metals soar during COVID-19 pandemic
With prices for the precious metal soaring to near record highs, that old chain or single earring collecting dust in your jewelry box is worth more than ever
With prices for the precious metal soaring to near record highs, that old chain or single earring collecting dust in your jewelry box is worth more than ever
McDonald’s Happy Meals could get pricier in 2021
Following the elimination of a decades-old subsidy to cover the cost of Happy Meal toys, McDonald’s franchisees could potentially raise the price of the Happy Meal.
Following the elimination of a decades-old subsidy to cover the cost of Happy Meal toys, McDonald’s franchisees could potentially raise the price of the Happy Meal.
Credit card 'skimmers' found inside social media buttons
Researchers at cybersecurity firm Sansec have discovered a novel technique that inserts payment skimmers onto checkout pages, known as e-skimming or a Magecart attack.
Researchers at cybersecurity firm Sansec have discovered a novel technique that inserts payment skimmers onto checkout pages, known as e-skimming or a Magecart attack.
Gift Guide: Top 10 Toys for 2020 (Part 2)
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello continues sharing his picks for the Top 10 Toys of 2020. Here are the final five.
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello continues sharing his picks for the Top 10 Toys of 2020. Here are the final five.
Gift Guide: Top 10 Toys for 2020 (Part 1)
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello gets hundreds of product submissions each year but only 10 can be called the best. He shares the first five of his Top 10 Toys for 2020.
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello gets hundreds of product submissions each year but only 10 can be called the best. He shares the first five of his Top 10 Toys for 2020.
More than 142,000 Dollar Tree candles recalled for fire hazard
Officials warned that the Sure Scents 2-1 Peaceful Stream/Moonlit Waves Candles could pose fire and burn hazards due to high flames.
Officials warned that the Sure Scents 2-1 Peaceful Stream/Moonlit Waves Candles could pose fire and burn hazards due to high flames.
Aldi warns customers about fake Facebook ad for free groceries
Aldi is warning customers of a fake offer on Facebook that promises free groceries for those who share and comment on the post.
Aldi is warning customers of a fake offer on Facebook that promises free groceries for those who share and comment on the post.
Kia recalls nearly 295,000 vehicles over engine fire risk
Kia is recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the engines can stall or catch fire.
Kia is recalling nearly 295,000 vehicles in the U.S. because the engines can stall or catch fire.
FTC warns of cyber scams as online ordering booms during holidays
After a record breaking $60 billion in cyber week sales, some of you might not even remember what you ordered. And confused consumers are the perfect opportunity for seasonal scammers.
After a record breaking $60 billion in cyber week sales, some of you might not even remember what you ordered. And confused consumers are the perfect opportunity for seasonal scammers.
Gift Guide: Top technology gifts for 2020
Technology is topping many wish lists this year, especially as folks spend more time at home. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello has the best tech in this year's FOX Holiday Gift Guide
Technology is topping many wish lists this year, especially as folks spend more time at home. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello has the best tech in this year's FOX Holiday Gift Guide
Shoppers urged to give back on Giving Tuesday -- the Tuesday after Thanksgiving
Now that you have that Playstation and you've elbowed your way to another TV, it’s time to give back to the global and local community for Giving Tuesday.
Now that you have that Playstation and you've elbowed your way to another TV, it’s time to give back to the global and local community for Giving Tuesday.
Is in-person shopping safe during the COVID-19 pandemic?
As the holiday season gets underway, health experts say to avoid shopping in stores when possible.
As the holiday season gets underway, health experts say to avoid shopping in stores when possible.
Starbucks offering free coffee for frontline workers in December
Starbucks is stepping up to once again offer free coffee to front-line workers amid the ongoing pandemic.
Starbucks is stepping up to once again offer free coffee to front-line workers amid the ongoing pandemic.