Big Changes for US Workers: Overtime Pay, Non-Compete Restrictions Explained
This week, the federal government took two steps that could have far-reaching effects for millions of American workers.
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Elon Musk's Promise of Affordable EVs Sends Tesla Shares Skyrocketing
Following CEO Elon Musk's announcement that the electric car business intends to start producing new, reasonably priced EV models by early 2025, Tesla shares finished up 12% on Wednesday.
Costco's Gold Bars Part II: From Africa to the Alps to You
So where exactly does that shiny new "999.9 fine gold minted" bar from Costco come from? Under that "Essayeur Fondeur" Swiss authenticity stamp lies a long, bloody trail of death and tears.
Short on Cash? A Guide to Using Earn-Wage Apps Safely and Affordably
Several businesses provide a lending service known as Earned Wage Access, including EarnIn. In order to help workers meet their daily necessities and pay their obligations, the applications provide tiny, short-term loans to them between paychecks.
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Biden Administration Delivers Major Student Loan Forgiveness
On Wednesday, the Biden administration announced that it will automatically forgive 153,000 debtors' $1.2 billion in student loan debt.
Feb 22, 2024 06:53 AM EST
Is Ukraine hunting Russia's blood gold traffickers in Africa?
Why the time for Ukraine to mirror late Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir's independent covert action teams in its existential fight against Russia is now. Part 1 of a 3-part series.
Feb 26, 2024 11:55 AM EST
Investors Flock to Nvidia as AI Dominates Company Projections
With its shares up 10% after hours, Nvidia predicted an almost threefold increase in quarterly revenue on Wednesday, comfortably above predictions as the firm cashed in on the enormous demand for its market-leading artificial intelligence processors.
Feb 22, 2024 10:01 AM EST
How Robots Saved the US Economy
Due to a persistent lack of workers, many businesses have had to invest in machines to perform some of the labor that has to be done by humans.
Feb 22, 2024 12:29 AM EST
Americans' Credit Card Addiction Fuels $35 Billion Merger
Since the pandemic, Americans have relied more and more on their credit cards. So much so that they are ready to risk over $30 billion on Capital One's wager that they won't give up the habit.
Feb 22, 2024 12:08 AM EST
Why You Need to Know About New 2024 HSA Contribution Limits
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How Much Debt is Too Much Debt?
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Feb 21, 2024 01:34 PM EST
Conference Board Abandons U.S. Recession Call After Months of Warning
The Conference Board renounced its long-standing prediction on Tuesday that the US economy will enter a recession, despite the fact that its Leading Economic Index continues to predict flat economic production in the coming months.
Feb 21, 2024 06:10 AM EST
Pre-Scheduled SNAP Payments Rolling Out Now
Beginning on February 12, 2024, thousands of Americans will get their new SNAP food stamp payment within the same week. Y
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Walmart Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Up 7%, But Average Transaction Size Dips
In an economically difficult climate plagued by a recent bout of inflation, Walmart's cheap pricing attract consumers searching for discounts, and the company reported another quarter of exceptional profits, finishing the year on a high note.
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