LA man’s ‘unbreakable glass’ stops a group of robbers trying to ransack jewelry store — is this the end of smash-and-grab thefts in America?
When thieves armed with hammers stormed a Sherman Oaks jewelry store in September, they expected an easy score. Instead, they ran into a pane in the glass. A group of suspects stormed Kristof’s Jewelers at the Westfield Fashion Square mall armed with large hammers. They smashed at his glass displays again and again, but the […]
Kevin O’Leary reveals why Americans are fleeing to Canada — and it’s not because they dislike the US. Do you agree with Mr. Wonderful?
Shark Tank host Kevin O’Leary has a broad portfolio of strong opinions and is rarely shy about sharing them. In a recent Fox Business interview, the Montreal-born entrepreneur confidently asserted that a growing number of Americans have been fleeing to Canada in recent months because of our nation’s relatively open immigration policies. “The immigration policy […]
Trump says ‘a lot’ of US government workers with 2nd, 3rd jobs are getting checks — but not even working. Earn passive income without risking your job
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. President Donald Trump is making it clear that his push for a leaner, more efficient government won’t be slowing down anytime soon. Speaking from the Oval Office in February, Trump took aim at federal employees he claims are collecting government paychecks […]
The new 2025 ‘retire comfortably’ number is in. Here’s what Canadians feel they need — and why 95% of us are falling well short of that goal
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. How much do you think you’ll need to retire? Based on recent studies, the average Canadian thinks they’ll need about $1.42 million for a comfortable retirement. Fidelity Canada’s 2025 Retirement Report indicates that people over 45 feel that they’ll need $1.02 […]
Retailers are betting against a seasonal ‘surge’ this year, with holiday hiring expected to drop to a 16-year low — why that’s so troubling
For years, the holiday season has been a lifeline for retailers and workers seeking extra income before year’s end. In 2025, that safety net may be disappearing. A new report from job placement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas shows that seasonal retail hiring is expected to fall to its lowest level since 2009. (1) Employers […]
Only 5% of retirees say they’re ‘living the dream,’ while a shocking 19% say it’s a ‘nightmare’ — how to save yourself from the same terrible fate
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Retirement is often thought of as a time of life when you get to sit back, relax, indulge in your hobbies and enjoy the fruits of your labor. But a new survey from Schroders says that for many Americans, that’s not […]
My boss notified me that I’ve been overpaid by $7,000. He said I can choose to either pay it all back or work without pay. Is that legal?
Imagine how stressful this situation would be: Natalie’s boss called her into the office recently and gave her some bad news. Thankfully, it was not a layoff, but it was something almost as stressful — and potentially financially devastating. Her boss said the payroll department had made errors over the past several months, and in […]
Americans prefer to buy homes in the summer — but a winter purchase could save you thousands. Here’s the 1 month you should buy to get the best deal
If you’re thinking about buying a new home, there’s a decent chance you’re planning to make the purchase in the summer. After all, summer is the most popular time to buy a home in the U.S. In fact, LendingTree found that Americans buy 1.4 times more homes in the summer than they do in the […]
Nearly 80% of US workers have been victims of ‘career catfishing’ — what’s behind this growing issue and how to vet your next employer
Landing a new job should feel like a step forward. But if your new role turns out to be very different from what you were promised, you may have been “career catfished.” The term describes when a company misrepresents the job, company culture or compensation to lure in candidates — and it’s happening a lot […]
I’m 41 and left my career as a project manager last year to pursue my passion — and now make 40% less. Was this a mistake?
So you quit your job and now make less money. Have you made a terrible mistake? Consider the hypothetical case of Joe, a project manager at an IT company. He made good money but hated his job. He’d been there almost 20 years and, at 41, felt like life was passing him by. So, he […]