Food banks across the US brace for impact as Trump administration halts more than $500M in funding — here’s how to make ends meet even as food prices are poised to keep rising
As the Trump administration continues to slash funding wherever it sees fit, America’s food banks are sounding the alarm. According to PBS, the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently halted more than $500 million in deliveries to food banks throughout the country, and that’s coming at a time when Americans should be bracing for higher food […]
This Minnesota woman stole $360K from Social Security by pretending to be her dead mother for ‘literal decades’ — does this prove Elon Musk is correct about widespread fraud in the system?
Mavious Redmond of Austin, Minnesota, has pleaded guilty to theft of government funds after more than 25 years of fraudulently collecting Social Security retirement benefits after her mother’s death in 1999. Redmond collected more than $360,000 in payments, and allegedly impersonated her mother on several occasions, including forging her signature. Don’t miss I’m 49 years […]
‘We’re looking at a slowdown’: 3 warning signs point to a U.S. recession. Find out what the indicators are and how to protect your finances in the months ahead
The U.S. is not in a recession — yet. But with policy uncertaintly around tariffs, mass deportations and Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts, some economic observers believe the odds are rising. “We’ve got a real uncertainty problem, it’s going to be hard to fix that,” former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers said in an interview […]
‘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 […]
I’m 60, just divorced, and lost $1.2 million in the process — will I ever recover from this setback? Here’s how to build a secure retirement even when you have to rebuild your life
Even the most confident financial planner can question their future after a divorce. But let’s say you’ve spent years as the primary breadwinner in your relationship, steadily building a comfortable retirement nest egg, only to lose both your life partner, along with $1.2 million following a costly divorce. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]
I’m 65, have $120,000 saved, collect Social Security of $1,700/month — but monthly expenses total $3,900. How can I make sure money doesn’t run out without sacrificing lifestyle?
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. At age 65, a $120,000 nest egg isn’t going to produce as much income as you might hope. Assuming you follow the 4% rule, you’ll only be able to […]
Fixed mortgage rates rise as variable-rate discounts tighten: Here’s what it means for your next loan or renewal
For a while, it looked like mortgage rates in Canada were finally settling into a more affordable pattern. Fixed rates had been drifting downward, and variable rates were looking more attractive — especially as rate cuts seemed like a matter of “when,” not “if.” But the tide has turned. As of early May, both fixed […]
Tech giant Nvidia’s market shake-up: What investors should know — and do — after the $277 billion drop
Nvidia Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has recently experienced significant fluctuations in its market valuation, underscoring the volatile nature of the technology sector. In January 2025, the company faced an unprecedented single-day market capitalization loss of approximately $600 billion, primarily due to emerging competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek. Despite this setback, Nvidia’s strategic […]
‘I saw the potential’: This 47-year-old spent $50K reviving 8 abandoned apartments — now they bring in $220K a year, but the hidden costs took her by surprise
It’s easy to fall for the charm and potential of a place like Minden, Louisiana — just ask Sara McDaniel. In 2020, she came across an opportunity to purchase an eight-unit, villa-style apartment complex that had been abandoned for nearly 40 years. By then, McDaniel was no stranger to real estate; she already owned over […]
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 […]