Economy
The future of airline economy comfort looks a lot like a hostel dorm — but much more expensive.Air New Zealand on Tuesday unveiled a one-of-a-kind sleeping option called the “Skynest” that will let economy and premium economy passengers pay extra to sleep in bunk beds on its longest flights.It offers…
Americans are feeling despondent about gas. Loading audio narration… It’s a dour time for consumers — in April, the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index, which surveys consumers on how they feel about current and future economic conditions, hit an all-time low.It turns out that one small (or not-so-small) number…
Mickey Lyons is holding off on booking her next vacation — at least until prices drop. Loading audio narration… “I can’t believe I’m saying this,” the 53-year-old Detroit resident said. “But I’m considering driving across the border to Windsor, Ontario, and taking a 12-hour train ride to Montreal rather than…
I recently received a letter from my health insurance. They said they had sent me a $50 (paper) check and noticed I never cashed it. Had I not received it? I was excited. I had not received my check! How nice of them to make sure I’d get the money…
The data is in, and last year presents an economic conundrum: Overall growth was relatively strong, but job growth was virtually nonexistent. It bodes ill for the gap between the rich and everyone else.Newly released data showed the US economy grew 2.2% in 2025. That’s a respectable pace, although cooler…
