New York woman being crushed by ‘nightmare’ $230K student debt due to parents’ ‘horrific financial advice’ — and The Ramsey Show hosts push her to finally ‘get serious’ about her life
When Lexi called into The Ramsey Show from New York, her voice carried the weight of crushing debt and the pressure of years of following flawed familial guidance. Lexi admitted she’d made a lot of "really bad financial decisions” in order to fulfill her parents’ dreams. They wanted her to pursue medicine. Don’t miss I’m […]
Here are the 10 most accident-prone vehicles in America — and why certain cars crash more than others. Do you drive one of them?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. When it comes to collisions, not all vehicles are created equal. A new report from Insurify reveals the top car models with the highest accident rates in the U.S. […]
Beer Store taps out more locations as booze expands beyond its borders
When The Beer Store first opened its doors almost a century ago, it was the go‑to source for suds in Ontario. But by mid‑2025, its monopoly is fizzling faster than a flat lager. On August 10, ten more outlets will close, bringing 2025’s total to well over 70 shutdowns, and there may be more to come. […]
‘I thought I was getting somewhere’: New Jersey dad bought his daughter a $959 iPad — but when she unwrapped the gift, the box was empty. And that’s when his real headache started
Pete McCollum wanted to surprise his daughter with a top-of-the-line iPad Pro for Christmas. But when she unwrapped the $959 gift, she was shocked. “On December 23rd, I gave my daughter the gift, I gave her the box. She opened [the packing box] and opened the Apple iPad Pro box, but it was empty,” McCollum […]
At 65 and set to retire with $357,000 in the bank: How much money can you comfortably spend each year?
John spent the last 30 years working. Unfortunately, he didn’t save. To be honest, John only started saving over the last 15 years. Despite some obstacles, John managed to put away approximately $357,000. Now he’s a year away from celebrating his 65th birthday and he wants to know: Can I retire? John isn’t alone. Across […]
‘We’re going to suffer’: Florida communities say they’re bracing for chaos after Trump officials axe $150M in FEMA grants for flood protection, calling the funding ‘wasteful and ineffective’
South Florida’s flood defenses just took a $150 million hit, and residents are sounding the alarm. In a move that is shaking storm-vulnerable communities from Miami Shores to Hialeah, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has pulled the plug on a key federal program, abruptly canceling grants from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) […]
This Hawaii business owner was duped by a customer using a counterfeit $100 bill — made from a real $1 bill. Here’s how to spot phony cash produced with this 1 increasingly common technique
Kevin Costello, owner of Siam Imports, had a bad experience recently receiving payment with cash. A customer came into his store and paid with a fake $100 bill, but it turned out that the bill was actually a legitimate bill made into a counterfeit — and he failed to catch it. "I had a couple […]
Are you too scared to check your credit score? 7 common Canadian credit score myths you should never believe
Taking the mystery out of how credit scores work can help you boost your rating. It’s typically recommended that you check your credit score at least once a year to know your standing and also mitigate the risk of identity theft. That being said, many credit card holders don’t really understand how it all works, […]
‘He who has the gold makes the rules’: Trump roars back at tariff critics — while declaring himself ‘the greatest friend’ of American capitalism. Do you agree?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs have sparked a chorus of criticism from across the political and economic spectrum — with lawmakers, CEOs and economists warning of rising costs and escalating […]
A dog’s dream, a city’s future: Rethinking urban life for pets and people alike
Imagine a city where walking your dog doesn’t feel like an obstacle course. Where parks welcome pets, sidewalks have shade, and grabbing a coffee doesn’t mean leaving your furry friend tied up outside. That’s the kind of city Mars Inc. — the chocolate and pet food giant — hopes to help build through its expanded […]