US unemployment claims down 24,000 to 400,000 as economy recovers
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
Delta variant may prompt more companies to slow return to office
Earlier this summer, with cases at their lowest and reopenings abounding, it seemed that New York City was coming back. But now uncertainty over virus strains has caused some employers to press pause.
Earlier this summer, with cases at their lowest and reopenings abounding, it seemed that New York City was coming back. But now uncertainty over virus strains has caused some employers to press pause.
Twitter reportedly closes SF, NY offices over delta variant concerns
Twitter has reportedly closed its offices in San Francisco and New York, effective immediately.
Twitter has reportedly closed its offices in San Francisco and New York, effective immediately.
Biden doesn't have authority to cancel student debt, Pelosi says: What to do with your college loans
Speaker Pelosi contradicted prominent Democratic lawmakers when it comes to student loan cancellation, saying that Biden doesn't have the executive authority to discharge loans. See what you can do with your loans in the meantime.
Speaker Pelosi contradicted prominent Democratic lawmakers when it comes to student loan cancellation, saying that Biden doesn't have the executive authority to discharge loans. See what you can do with your loans in the meantime.
5 surprising things that can prevent you from getting life insurance
There are many legitimate reasons for being denied life insurance coverage, especially if you have a history of high-risk behavior.
There are many legitimate reasons for being denied life insurance coverage, especially if you have a history of high-risk behavior.
Variable student loan rates plummet to lowest level since February
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly. (iStock)
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly. (iStock)
How much is nursing school?
Although nursing school can be pricey, you can pay for it using a variety of funding options, including student loans, scholarships and grants.
Although nursing school can be pricey, you can pay for it using a variety of funding options, including student loans, scholarships and grants.
Biden launches inquiry to fix failed college debt forgiveness program: What to do if you don't qualify
The Biden administration is opening an inquiry into the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, which was established to serve public sector employees but has rejected 98% of applicants thus far. Here's what you can do if you don't qualify for PSLF or Temporary Expanded PSLF.
The Biden administration is opening an inquiry into the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, which was established to serve public sector employees but has rejected 98% of applicants thus far. Here's what you can do if you don't qualify for PSLF or Temporary Expanded PSLF.
Study finds only half of US households donate to charity
For the first time in nearly two decades, only half of U.S. households donated to a charity.
For the first time in nearly two decades, only half of U.S. households donated to a charity.
Employers can legally mandate COVID shots | EXPLAINER
The Justice Department says individuals must be informed of their "option to accept or refuse administration" of an emergency use vaccine like the coronavirus shot. But that doesn't prohibit employers from mandating vaccinations as a condition of employment.
The Justice Department says individuals must be informed of their "option to accept or refuse administration" of an emergency use vaccine like the coronavirus shot. But that doesn't prohibit employers from mandating vaccinations as a condition of employment.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates creep up from near-record lows
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
5-year fixed personal loan rates mark half-point drop
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
DOJ: Federal law doesn’t prohibit COVID-19 vaccine mandates
An opinion posted on Monday by Justice Department lawyers states that federal law does not prohibit public agencies and private businesses from mandating COVID-19 vaccines under emergency use authorization.
An opinion posted on Monday by Justice Department lawyers states that federal law does not prohibit public agencies and private businesses from mandating COVID-19 vaccines under emergency use authorization.
Tesla reaches milestone with first $1B quarterly profit
The financial milestone announced Monday extended a two-year run of prosperity that has erased questions about Tesla’s long-term viability raised during its early years of losses and production problems.
The financial milestone announced Monday extended a two-year run of prosperity that has erased questions about Tesla’s long-term viability raised during its early years of losses and production problems.
What’s the time frame for getting a student loan?
Getting a student loan could take a few weeks to a few months, depending on whether you choose federal or private funding.
Getting a student loan could take a few weeks to a few months, depending on whether you choose federal or private funding.
Average personal loan interest rate is 9.58%, Fed reports, but you may qualify for a lower rate
Personal loans are often used to pay off high-interest credit card debt or finance an unexpected expense. To get the lowest rates for your situation, it's important to shop around and compare loan terms across online lenders.
Personal loans are often used to pay off high-interest credit card debt or finance an unexpected expense. To get the lowest rates for your situation, it's important to shop around and compare loan terms across online lenders.
3 tips to help ease the burden of student loans once forbearance ends
Federal student loan forbearance due to COVID-19 ends on Sept. 30, 2021. Here's what you can do to get your finances ready for when payments resume.
Federal student loan forbearance due to COVID-19 ends on Sept. 30, 2021. Here's what you can do to get your finances ready for when payments resume.
Mario Batali harassment settlement will pay $600,000 to accusers
Disgraced chef Mario Batali, his business partner and their New York City restaurant company have agreed to pay $600,000 to resolve a four-year investigation by the state attorney general's office into allegations that Batali, restaurant managers and other workers sexually harassed employees.
Disgraced chef Mario Batali, his business partner and their New York City restaurant company have agreed to pay $600,000 to resolve a four-year investigation by the state attorney general's office into allegations that Batali, restaurant managers and other workers sexually harassed employees.
Times Square billboard ignites fat-shaming controversy
Critics are blasting a new billboard in Times Square as "fat-phobic" and "toxic," but the wellness motivator who is also featured in the ad is defending the campaign's message.
Critics are blasting a new billboard in Times Square as "fat-phobic" and "toxic," but the wellness motivator who is also featured in the ad is defending the campaign's message.
An exhibit of artwork brightens otherwise empty storefronts
Residents and visitors to Great Neck said they welcome the splash of color that artwork brings to empty storefronts.
Residents and visitors to Great Neck said they welcome the splash of color that artwork brings to empty storefronts.