Lowe's CEO says its AI assistant is fixing some major headaches

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Handheld AI companions are helping Lowe's store workers get up to speed more quickly, says CEO Marvin Ellison.

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She works in healthcare and pays $787 a month for insurance. She still can't afford her daughter's care.

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Cassenda Nelson is a mother of four in southwest Georgia.

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Score free chili at Wendys for National Chili Day — how to claim yours today

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TL;DR: Wendy's is giving out free chili for National Chili Day (Feb. 26). Customers who spend at least $5 can qualify for this free giveaway.

The day has finally come. After months of waiting, National Chili Day 2026 has arrived to bless you with the good stuff.

The job market is in a 'deep freeze.' One industry is keeping it from sliding backward.

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The US job market has been in a "deep freeze."

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How relief for the 40 million Americans without a retirement account could work

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President Donald Trump unveiled a new retirement saving policy in his 2026 State of the Union speech.

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The lounge is for losers. Bring back the airport bar.

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I manage 3 Airbnbs in Puerto Vallarta, making up at least half my income. I've already received a few cancellations, but I'm hopeful.

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Lora Pope manages three Airbnb properties in Puerto Vallarta.

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Homeowners in these 20 states have the lowest property tax rates in the US. See how the states rank.

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Homeowners in the US pay annual real estate taxes on their properties, varying by state.

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Anthropic is dropping its signature safety pledge amid a heated AI race

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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has repeatedly emphasized his company's commitment to safety.

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Economists and business leaders react to Trump's State of the Union address

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Donald Trump touted tariffs, lower prices, and a new retirement plan in a record-long address.

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