Medical debt will be removed from credit reports: What this means for Americans
The Biden administration finalized a new rule that will prevent Americans from the harm caused by medical debt, including being coerced by debt collectors to pay bills they do not owe.
The Biden administration finalized a new rule that will prevent Americans from the harm caused by medical debt, including being coerced by debt collectors to pay bills they do not owe.
2024 tax season: When to file, 1099-K reporting other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Social Security Fairness Act signed: What to know
President Biden signed Sunday a bill that boosts Social Security for some. Here’s what to know.
President Biden signed Sunday a bill that boosts Social Security for some. Here’s what to know.
Iowa man with 850K-mile vehicle claims lottery prize: ‘I’ve got to get a car’
Daniel Bragg, a 46-year-old from Newtown, Iowa, won $150,000 in the "Money Gift" scratch game and plans to upgrade from his 2001 Chevy Suburban with 849,000 miles.
Daniel Bragg, a 46-year-old from Newtown, Iowa, won $150,000 in the "Money Gift" scratch game and plans to upgrade from his 2001 Chevy Suburban with 849,000 miles.
Biden rejects proposal to acquire U.S. Steel
President Joe Biden has rejected the nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel of Japan to purchase Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel ? affirming his vow in March to block the acquisition. ?We need major U.S. companies representing the major share of US steelmaking capacity to keep leading the fight on behalf of America?s national interests,? Biden said in a Friday morning statement. His decision comes after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, known as CFIUS, failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of the deal last month, and sent a long-awaited report on the merger to Biden who had 15 days to reach a final decision.
President Joe Biden has rejected the nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel of Japan to purchase Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel ? affirming his vow in March to block the acquisition. ?We need major U.S. companies representing the major share of US steelmaking capacity to keep leading the fight on behalf of America?s national interests,? Biden said in a Friday morning statement. His decision comes after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, known as CFIUS, failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of the deal last month, and sent a long-awaited report on the merger to Biden who had 15 days to reach a final decision.
Housing supply jumps to 4-year high – but it's not all great news
America's housing shortage appears to be easing, but a major reason for the increase in supply provides little comfort.
America's housing shortage appears to be easing, but a major reason for the increase in supply provides little comfort.
IRS increases 401(k), other 2025 retirement plan contribution limits
The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.
The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.
Here are the cities where renters stay put the longest: Report
Baby boomers tended to stay in one place the longest compared to Gen Z renters who on average live in one spot for less than a year.
Baby boomers tended to stay in one place the longest compared to Gen Z renters who on average live in one spot for less than a year.
These states are boosting minimum wage in 2025—is yours on the list?
Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.
Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.
Chinese hackers breach US Treasury workstations: Key details to know
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.
US egg production drops as prices continue to rise along with bird flu cases
Egg production in the U.S. dropped 4% in November as the price of eggs and cases of bird flu continue to rise across the country.
Egg production in the U.S. dropped 4% in November as the price of eggs and cases of bird flu continue to rise across the country.
US credit card defaults soar to highest level in 14 years
Credit card defaults jumped 50% in 2024 from the year before to the highest since 2010, data shows.
Credit card defaults jumped 50% in 2024 from the year before to the highest since 2010, data shows.
Chinese-affiliated hacker breaks into Treasury Department system in 'major incident'
An actor affiliated with the Chinese government recently hacked the U.S. Treasury Department in a "major incident," officials announced on Monday.
An actor affiliated with the Chinese government recently hacked the U.S. Treasury Department in a "major incident," officials announced on Monday.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Mom charges family for Christmas dinner and more: 'It's so expensive'
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
Crypto markets surge after Trump's election victory
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Group behind viral 'Hawk Tuah' star's meme coin hit with lawsuit over crash
The $HAWK coin reached a $490M market cap on the day it launched, only to tank 95% within minutes to below $100M.
The $HAWK coin reached a $490M market cap on the day it launched, only to tank 95% within minutes to below $100M.
Mega Millions jackpot nears $1 billion for Christmas Eve drawing
The seventh-largest Mega Millions jackpot in history is up for grabs in the next drawing.
The seventh-largest Mega Millions jackpot in history is up for grabs in the next drawing.
Party City closing after 40 years in business
Party City CEO Barry Litman said it was 'necessary to commence a wind down process immediately.'
Party City CEO Barry Litman said it was 'necessary to commence a wind down process immediately.'