The Daily Money: Shake Shack heats things up!

The Daily Money: As if record high temperatures aren't enough to make you break a sweat, Shake Shack says it's launching its "Hot Menu" this week.

Advertisement Read in browser Read in browser The Daily Money ALL THE MONEY NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW Tue Sep 5 2023 Medora Lee |  Money and Personal Finance reporter Emergency medical workers are getting ready for an increase in weather-related calls as a sizzling heatwave settles over the middle part of the U.S. (July 27) (AP video: Nick Ingram) AP Good morning, and happy Tuesday! It's Medora, from Chicago, again. Hope you all had a nice Labor Day holiday weekend! I did, despite the near record heat every single day. Just in case the scorching temperatures this summer haven't made you sweat enough, Shake Shack says it's launching a spicy new " Hot Menu" nationwide this week. Included in this, is its Hot Chicken sandwich, back for the fourth time, as well as a new Spicy Shackmeister Burger, spicy fries and spicy cheese fries. Is this a cruel joke? I am dripping sweat just thinking about it. I'd be happy right now with a nice, giant cold Shake Shack milkshake. 📰 More stories you shouldn't miss 📰  Government wants a say in rent prices Rent control laws on the national level? Biden administration offers a not-so-subtle push Can we just keep this between us? Ask HR: If I was arrested and not convicted, do I have to tell my potential boss? Why aren't Americans happy? Inflation is easing and a risk of recession is fading. Why are Americans still stressed? Shake Shack Shake Shack 🍔 Today's Menu 🍔 Fat can be good for you? Tell me more. What are healthy fats? They're essential, and here's one you should consume more of. About The Daily Money Each weekday, The Daily Money delivers the best consumer news from USA TODAY. We break down financial news and provide the TLDR version: how decisions by the Federal Reserve, government and companies impact you. What happened to the US labor movement? Here's what the data shows Nearly a quarter of the workforce belonged to a union 40 years ago. Now that number is just over 10%. What happened to the American labor movement? READ MORE Advertisement What's the safest family car? This group put Kia, others to the test Safest SUVs? Here's how the 2023 midsize Volkswagen Jetta, Kia K5, Toyota Camry and other vehicles stacked up when put to a new safety test. READ MORE Inflation may be losing its teeth, but bite marks scar Americans. Inflation's easing, recession risks are fading and President Biden is touting the strength of "Bidenomics." But Americans aren't buying it. READ MORE As inflation shows signs stickiness, interest rates might remain high The Federal Reserve is now considering whether to raise the rate even higher or leave it at its current level for an extended period. READ MORE Some Americans made early student debt payments to curb interest Some Americans made hefty one-time student payments early to avoid interest, but most may still have a hard time paying when loan repayments restart. READ MORE Tourism-related businesses increasingly at the mercy of weather Heat waves, fires and storms becoming more frequent and intense, small businesses increasingly see extreme weather as their next long-term challenge. READ MORE Ask HR: Do you have to tell a potential boss you were once arrested? Disclosing a prior arrest to a potential employer is up to you, but you will want to consider several issues before you decide what to do. READ MORE National rent control calls grow as rents soar. Will it save you money? As Americans suffer from surging rents, federal government mulls rent control. Critics say this will backfire and people will end up paying more. READ MORE 245,000 pounds of Banquet frozen chicken strips recalled over plastic concerns Conagra Brands Inc. is recalling about 245,000 pounds of its Banquet brand frozen chicken strips because the chicken could contain pieces of plastic. READ MORE Americans drink a staggering amount of Diet Coke. What does it do to our stomachs? Soda can cause bloating, discomfort, a sensation of fullness, and most of all, a desire to burp. READ MORE Advertisement Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback