‘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 says is driven entirely by the political climate under the Trump administration. The federal government has threatened […]
‘Unfit for human habitation’: This Cedar Rapids building has finally been condemned after tenants lived without power or plumbing — what can you do if a landlord leaves your home to rot
Imagine authorities declared your home unlivable — and gave you just days to vacate. That’s the reality for residents of an apartment building in Southwest Cedar Rapids, Iowa — and now, according to KCRG-TV9, they’re struggling to find new places to stay. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — […]
‘These guys are working twice as hard as they used to work for half the money’: Gulf Coast shrimpers see Trump tariffs as a lifeline for the US shrimp industry — but is it?
While President Trump’s aggressive (and changing) foreign tariffs are expected to make the cost of living soar for average Americans, there are some groups who welcome rising prices on imports as a way to boost local trade. The Trump administration received roughly 200 letters from Gulf Coast shrimpers asking for higher tariffs on imported shrimp. […]
Borderline beautiful: Canadian getaways for Americans who need a breather — and Canadians who’d rather not cross south
As the political winds pick up again in the U.S., many Canadians are saying “nah, not this year” to cross-border travel. And on the flip side, many Americans are looking north, not just for cooler temps, but for a bit of calm, connection and maybe a touch of sanity. Whether you’re a Canadian who’d rather […]
‘It’s devastating’: Thousands of Utah families are losing their food stamps to scammers — here’s how to protect your SNAP benefits
Tiffany Wirtz was counting on her SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits to help her get through the month. But when she went to buy groceries in February her account had already been emptied, reports KSL TV 5. The money was spent at a business in New York, leaving her with just $1.30 to feed […]
US shipbuilding sank as China became the dominant player — now Trump wants to ‘resurrect’ the industry and investors are betting on this one stock
U.S. shipyards built thousands of cargo ships during World Wars I and II. In the 1970s, they built about 5-25 new ships per year. In the 1980s, this number fell to around 5 ships a year, and it has stayed there ever since, according to a 2023 Congressional Research Service report. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
This Naples couple was duped into handing over $2M in gold: How to stay safe against precious metal scams
In a heartbreaking scam that’s left a Naples couple reeling, two fraudsters tricked the 72-year-old couple into handing over more than $2 million worth of gold. The ordeal has left the elderly couple shattered. The gold is nearly impossible to trace, making it unlikely they will get their stolen assets back. Don’t miss I’m 49 […]
‘You’re running out of time’: More than a million Americans may be missing a $1,400 stimulus check — here’s how to find out if you’re one of them before it’s too late
Get ready to circle your calendars and dig out your tax documents — April 15 is more than just Tax Day this year. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has set the deadline for taxpayers to file their 2021 return and unlock a potential refund — including up to $1,400 in unclaimed stimulus payments from the […]
Here’s how much the average 60-year-old American has saved for retirement — and 4 ways you can secure your nest egg
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. One in five Americans over the age of 50 have no retirement savings, according to a survey by the AARP. And even if you have something tucked away, it […]
‘It’s sad’: Florida’s condo fee crisis could trigger the ‘next wave of homeless people’ in the state, says one representative — with seniors on fixed incomes at highest risk
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. A new building safety law that was passed in the wake of the Surfside tragedy in Florida has resulted in a tremendous amount of financial pressure on condo owners. […]