Shopping for cheaper insurance hits a new high as Americans seek relief from rising rates: J.D. Power
The rate at which drivers were given new auto insurance quotes increased by 13.1% in the first quarter of 2023 – the highest rate since June 2021. And the switch rate increased by 4.1%, according to J.D. Power report.
The rate at which drivers were given new auto insurance quotes increased by 13.1% in the first quarter of 2023 – the highest rate since June 2021. And the switch rate increased by 4.1%, according to J.D. Power report.
Kurt Cobain's smashed, autographed guitar sold to Nirvana fan for almost $600K
A decades-old guitar autographed and smashed by Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain sold for over half a million dollars, an auction house reported on Saturday.
A decades-old guitar autographed and smashed by Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain sold for over half a million dollars, an auction house reported on Saturday.
Joe Arpaio racial profiling case: Taxpayers will pay over quarter billion dollars
Taxpayers in metro Phoenix are approaching a milestone in their financial pain from a 2013 racial profiling verdict over former Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s immigration crackdowns: In roughly a year, those ongoing costs will exceed a quarter of a billion dollars.
Taxpayers in metro Phoenix are approaching a milestone in their financial pain from a 2013 racial profiling verdict over former Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s immigration crackdowns: In roughly a year, those ongoing costs will exceed a quarter of a billion dollars.
Cotton blues: A number of factors affecting 1 of Arizona's 5Cs
Many in Arizona know it is among the 5Cs that the state is famous for, but these days, farmers in the Grand Canyon State are growing less cotton.
Many in Arizona know it is among the 5Cs that the state is famous for, but these days, farmers in the Grand Canyon State are growing less cotton.
Debt ceiling: No agreement yet, but Biden, McCarthy say they're optimistic after meeting
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy say they and their lead negotiators have had a productive meeting at the White House on the impasse over the government's debt ceiling.
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy say they and their lead negotiators have had a productive meeting at the White House on the impasse over the government's debt ceiling.
America's debt hits new record of more than $17 trillion: NY Fed
Consumer debt reached a record of $17.05 trillion in Q1 2023. Many Americans still deal with high inflation and are seeking help from their financial institutions, reports say.
Consumer debt reached a record of $17.05 trillion in Q1 2023. Many Americans still deal with high inflation and are seeking help from their financial institutions, reports say.
Biden gets low approval ratings on economy, guns and more in latest AP-NORC poll
Public approval of Biden’s handling of the economy remains low in a time of high inflation, a difficult housing market and concerns about a potential U.S. government debt default.
Public approval of Biden’s handling of the economy remains low in a time of high inflation, a difficult housing market and concerns about a potential U.S. government debt default.
Venmo for teens: Social payment app officially available for those 13 and up
Although many already use it, teens are now officially allowed to open a Venmo account with their parent's permission.
Although many already use it, teens are now officially allowed to open a Venmo account with their parent's permission.
Debt ceiling explained: Why it's a struggle, how the impasse could end
Negotiations are continuing over raising the nation's debt ceiling and mere days before the government could reach a “hard deadline” and run out of cash to pay its bills.
Negotiations are continuing over raising the nation's debt ceiling and mere days before the government could reach a “hard deadline” and run out of cash to pay its bills.
Debt ceiling talks resume Sunday after Biden says GOP must move off 'extreme' positions
GOP lawmakers are holding tight to demands for sharp spending cuts, rejecting the alternatives proposed by the White House for reducing deficits.
GOP lawmakers are holding tight to demands for sharp spending cuts, rejecting the alternatives proposed by the White House for reducing deficits.
Iconic Louise Bourgeois 'Spider' sculpture fetches record $32.8M at auction
Louise Bourgeois’ “Spider” is the most expensive sculpture by a woman artist ever sold at auction, according to Sotheby’s New York.
Louise Bourgeois’ “Spider” is the most expensive sculpture by a woman artist ever sold at auction, according to Sotheby’s New York.
Taylor Swift ticket snafu leads Massachusetts dad to spend $21,000 for last-minute seats
Tickets for Swift’s Eras Tour have been notoriously hard to get.
Tickets for Swift’s Eras Tour have been notoriously hard to get.
Pennsylvania man wins 2nd $50,000 lottery prize from same scratch-off game
What’s better than winning the lottery? Winning the lottery twice in one month.
What’s better than winning the lottery? Winning the lottery twice in one month.
Government forcing Navy retirees to pay back up to $70K after system glitch
Navy retirees could owe anywhere from $35 to $75,000 as a result of the system glitch.
Navy retirees could owe anywhere from $35 to $75,000 as a result of the system glitch.
Debt limit talks stall as Republicans, White House face 'real differences'
Debt limit talks came to an abrupt standstill after Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said it’s time to “pause" negotiations.
Debt limit talks came to an abrupt standstill after Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said it’s time to “pause" negotiations.
$6K Japanese gelato breaks world record for most expensive ice cream: 'Rich in taste and texture'
The world's most expensive ice cream is made by a Japanese gelato company and it's only slightly sweet in flavor since it's made with white truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano and sake lees.
The world's most expensive ice cream is made by a Japanese gelato company and it's only slightly sweet in flavor since it's made with white truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano and sake lees.
6 in 10 Americans want to pair debt limit increase with deficit cuts, poll finds
The new poll shows 27% say they approve of Biden and 26% say the same about congressional Democrats, while 22% approve of congressional Republicans.
The new poll shows 27% say they approve of Biden and 26% say the same about congressional Democrats, while 22% approve of congressional Republicans.
Here's why a government default may be worse than a government shutdown
All the hand-wringing over a potential government default if Congress doesn’t increase the national debt limit has conjured up images of past government shutdowns.
All the hand-wringing over a potential government default if Congress doesn’t increase the national debt limit has conjured up images of past government shutdowns.
Most affordable beach towns of 2023 revealed — and some are not where you'd think
With many people seeking the nearest beach to enjoy for a couple of days, people are also looking closely at the price tag that comes with those destinations.
With many people seeking the nearest beach to enjoy for a couple of days, people are also looking closely at the price tag that comes with those destinations.
3 in 5 Americans say inflation is affecting their summer travel plans, survey shows
With costs going up, some consumers are considering other options for their summer vacations, according to a new survey.
With costs going up, some consumers are considering other options for their summer vacations, according to a new survey.