‘Things feel a lot tighter now’: Young People are turning to ChatGPT for therapy and skipping ‘sober Ubers’ to save money — why cutting costs has become an urgent matter for Gen Z

Self-care for many Gen Zs used to mean shellac nails, oat milk lattes and a colourist on speed dial. But with prices rising and paychecks stretched, beauty routines are starting to look a lot more practical. Searches for “press-on nails” are up 10% since February, while “blonde to brunette hair” has surged 17%, according to […]

This New Hampshire coffee shop embraces a ‘disgustingly pro-women’ stance — and business is booming. How this 1 bad review boosted the shop’s revenue and what it’s doing with the extra cash

There’s no shortage of coffee shops offering espresso shots and matcha lattes, but Flamingos Coffee Bar in New Hampshire has carved out a niche beyond expensive drinks. Known for its vibrant decor, playful branding and community-focused atmosphere, the café has built a loyal customer base at both its locations. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]

‘Trump lit the match and burned the house down’: Market chaos has fueled the rise of ‘finfluencers’ — here’s what you must keep in mind to avoid seeing your wealth go up in flames too

Influencers are no longer just shaping Americans’ shopping habits and fashion choices — they’re also playing a role in how people manage their money. And one type of influencer has become particularly popular: the “finfluencer.” Short for "financial influencer," these creators break down complicated topics like investing, budgeting and wealth-building in everyday language — offering […]

‘Spend Z’: A staggering 40% of Gen Zers plan to splurge more on non-essentials this year compared to last — despite mounting credit card and student loan debt. Is it time for a reality check?

As Trump’s trade policies continue to send shockwaves through the economy — creating fears of rising prices, layoffs and a potential recession — investors are bracing for impact. With markets in flux and uncertainty in the air, financial anxiety is mounting. While no one can control the stock market, The Washington Post’s personal finance columnist […]

This finance personality freed herself from $300K in debt — by replacing her shame with strategy. Here’s how she helps others find purpose in their finances through ‘curiosity’

You might recognize her as @TheBudgetnista on TikTok, sharing money wisdom with warmth and wit. But Tiffany Aliche’s impact goes far beyond viral videos. Before the books, the interviews and the online following, she was on the ground teaching women, particularly women of color, how to navigate financial systems not built with them in mind. […]

‘It will halt life-saving research’: Trump freezes $2.3B in funding to Harvard — threatens school’s tax-exempt status as the White House escalates its crackdown on elite universities

The federal government has already frozen $400 million in funding to Columbia University as part of a campaign targeting elite academic institutions. Now, the Trump administration is setting its sights on Harvard. After the university recently rejected a series of demands from the Trump administration — arguing they would effectively hand control of the school […]

Bag it before it’s gone: Shopping for a smart, stylish hedge for your portfolio? Here’s why investing in tangible luxury can both pad your wallet and protect it from inflation

LVMH lost its title as Europe’s most valuable luxury company — and Hermès didn’t need a runway to take the lead. The luxury conglomerate behind Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and Sephora reported €20.3 billion in revenue for the first quarter of 2025. While that signals solid performance, particularly in Europe, a softer U.S. market, lower […]

‘Things feel a lot tighter now’: Young Americans are turning to ChatGPT for therapy and skipping ‘sober Ubers’ to save money — why cutting costs has become an urgent matter for Gen Z

Self-care for many Gen Zs used to mean shellac nails, oat milk lattes and a colorist on speed dial. But with prices rising and paychecks stretched, beauty routines are starting to look a lot more practical. Searches for “press-on nails” are up 10% since February, while “blonde to brunette hair” has surged 17%, according to […]

‘A warning to Americans’: This Yale professor is moving to Canada over ‘political pressure’ put on US schools by Trump. But getting into Canada isn’t easy. Here’s the 1 thing Americans forget

Jason Stanley, a Yale philosophy professor and author of How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them, is leaving the United States to take up a teaching position at the University of Toronto — a decision he said is driven entirely by the political climate under the Trump administration. The federal government is in […]