CFPB warns about side effects of using medical credit cards, loans
Alternative debt financing products like medical credit cards and medical installment loans can weaken consumers' financial well-being, the CFPB warned in a recent report.
Alternative debt financing products like medical credit cards and medical installment loans can weaken consumers' financial well-being, the CFPB warned in a recent report.
Student loan payments will resume in October, Education Department confirms
Federal student loan payments are set to resume in October, while interest on loan debt will begin once again in September, the Education Department clarified.
Federal student loan payments are set to resume in October, while interest on loan debt will begin once again in September, the Education Department clarified.
Founder of sexuality-focused women's wellness company pleads not guilty in forced labor case
An entrepreneur who promoted group “orgasmic meditation" as a road to women’s well-being has pleaded not guilty to a charge of manipulating traumatized people into debt, undesired sex and underpaid work.
An entrepreneur who promoted group “orgasmic meditation" as a road to women’s well-being has pleaded not guilty to a charge of manipulating traumatized people into debt, undesired sex and underpaid work.
Instant Pot parent files for bankruptcy protection
Instant Brands glassware is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after inflationary pressures curtailed consumer spending.
Instant Brands glassware is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after inflationary pressures curtailed consumer spending.
Financial professionals recommend investing your bonus in your 401(k): survey
Most financial professionals recommend you contribute your bonuses to your 401(k). But many Americans don’t get bonuses or have 401(k)s. Here’s what you can do.
Most financial professionals recommend you contribute your bonuses to your 401(k). But many Americans don’t get bonuses or have 401(k)s. Here’s what you can do.
Credit card debt is at record high as Americans deal with inflation and rising costs: TransUnion
U.S. credit card balances increased 20% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to last year, a recent TransUnion report said.
U.S. credit card balances increased 20% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to last year, a recent TransUnion report said.
Gas prices hold steady despite surge in demand for domestic gasoline: AAA
Gas prices decreased slightly for the week ending June 8, AAA said. Despite an increase in gasoline demand, fluctuating oil prices have limited increases at the pump.
Gas prices decreased slightly for the week ending June 8, AAA said. Despite an increase in gasoline demand, fluctuating oil prices have limited increases at the pump.
Hidden panic buttons installed in NYC bodegas for enhanced security
Small hidden panic buttons are being installed inside bodegas across NYC.
Small hidden panic buttons are being installed inside bodegas across NYC.
More college students are putting their education on hold: reports
The population of Some College, No Credential (SCNC) students has increased and many cited college costs as major challenges, according to recent studies. Here’s what you need to know.
The population of Some College, No Credential (SCNC) students has increased and many cited college costs as major challenges, according to recent studies. Here’s what you need to know.
Martha Stewart warns American economy will 'go down the drain' if people don't return to offices
"You can’t possibly get everything done working three days a week in the office and two days remotely," Martha Stewart said.
"You can’t possibly get everything done working three days a week in the office and two days remotely," Martha Stewart said.
Congress votes to kill Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
Congress passed Republican-sponsored legislation proposing to revoke President Joe Biden's cancellation plan and prevent the U.S. Department of Education from canceling student loans.
Congress passed Republican-sponsored legislation proposing to revoke President Joe Biden's cancellation plan and prevent the U.S. Department of Education from canceling student loans.
Gas prices stay neutral to kick off summer, but there's a chance for a decrease in the forecast: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon stayed steady at $3.57, as demand for gas and oil prices fell, even as more than 37 million Americans drove to their holiday destinations on the holiday weekend, AAA said.
The national average cost for a gallon stayed steady at $3.57, as demand for gas and oil prices fell, even as more than 37 million Americans drove to their holiday destinations on the holiday weekend, AAA said.
Pride becomes minefield for big US companies, but many continue their support
Dozens of big companies are sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events and displaying racks of Pride-themed merchandise. But this year, the rainbow has lost some shine.
Dozens of big companies are sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events and displaying racks of Pride-themed merchandise. But this year, the rainbow has lost some shine.
Taylor Swift, Oprah, Kim Kardashian land spots on Forbes' richest self-made women in America
Other women in entertainment who made the list include Rihanna, Beyoncé, Kylie Jenner, Dolly Parton, Madonna, Céline Dion, Barbra Streisand and Shonda Rhimes.
Other women in entertainment who made the list include Rihanna, Beyoncé, Kylie Jenner, Dolly Parton, Madonna, Céline Dion, Barbra Streisand and Shonda Rhimes.
AI cost nearly 4,000 people in the U.S. their jobs, report says
U.S. companies said in May over 80,000 jobs would be eliminated.
U.S. companies said in May over 80,000 jobs would be eliminated.
Amazon in talks to offer free mobile services to Prime members: Report
AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile shares dropped following a report on Amazon mulling cell services.
AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile shares dropped following a report on Amazon mulling cell services.
1 in 4 workers prefer interacting with AI instead of humans, survey finds
Resume Genius surveyed 1,000 employees to examine attitudes and feelings toward AI and predictions for its future. In the survey, 74% of employees predicted AI technology will make human workers obsolete.
Resume Genius surveyed 1,000 employees to examine attitudes and feelings toward AI and predictions for its future. In the survey, 74% of employees predicted AI technology will make human workers obsolete.
Know any airplane mechanics? Wave of retirements leave some US industries desperate
A surge of retirements, along with a slowdown in immigration that began during the pandemic, are the primary factors behind the labor shortages that continue to bedevil many employers.
A surge of retirements, along with a slowdown in immigration that began during the pandemic, are the primary factors behind the labor shortages that continue to bedevil many employers.
Female CEOS at big companies saw tumultuous year for pay
Because only 20 CEOs at the S&P 500 companies are women, changes in pay for this small group can easily skew the overall figures -- and 2022 saw a slip.
Because only 20 CEOs at the S&P 500 companies are women, changes in pay for this small group can easily skew the overall figures -- and 2022 saw a slip.
Texas prison housing Elizabeth Holmes, 'Housewives' star Jen Shah offers business classes
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes will spend the next 11 years at Federal Prison Camp (FPC) Bryan in Bryan, Texas, where 'Housewives' star Jen Shah is also serving time.
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes will spend the next 11 years at Federal Prison Camp (FPC) Bryan in Bryan, Texas, where 'Housewives' star Jen Shah is also serving time.