Trump signs DHS funding bill, ending a record shutdown
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.
Wireless prices fall despite inflation, report finds
U.S. wireless prices are declining even as inflation drives up costs across the broader economy, according to CTIA’s 2026 Wireless Affordability Tracker.
U.S. wireless prices are declining even as inflation drives up costs across the broader economy, according to CTIA’s 2026 Wireless Affordability Tracker.
More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Federal government made $186B in improper payments last fiscal year
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.
A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.
Blue Cross Blue Shield to begin $2.67 billion settlement payments
Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin to start sending out payments from a $2.67 billion class action lawsuit for eligible former customers.
Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin to start sending out payments from a $2.67 billion class action lawsuit for eligible former customers.
Nearly half of Gen X workers are delaying retirement as rising costs, stagnant wages drain savings
For Gen X, a generation that should be in its "peak savings years," the prospect of retiring on time has shifted.
For Gen X, a generation that should be in its "peak savings years," the prospect of retiring on time has shifted.
Fed holds rates steady in Powell’s possible final chair meeting — What comes next?
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
$5.5B judgment against Purdue Pharma paves way for opioid deal
Purdue Pharma must pay $5.5 billion in penalties after a sentencing tied to its role in fueling the opioid crisis through doctor payoffs and misleading federal regulators.
Purdue Pharma must pay $5.5 billion in penalties after a sentencing tied to its role in fueling the opioid crisis through doctor payoffs and misleading federal regulators.
BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began
Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total.
Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total.
FedEx and UPS say they will return tariff refunds to customers
FedEx and UPS have said they will pass along their tariff refunds to the customers that paid them.
FedEx and UPS have said they will pass along their tariff refunds to the customers that paid them.
Five financial mistakes Americans in their 30s and 40s are making, expert warns
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
Social Security May payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security May payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
United Airlines drops merger pursuit with American, CEO Kirby details why
United Airlines on Monday announced that it's ending its pursuit of a potential merger with American Airlines after its rival rebuffed an initial approach to discuss a deal.
United Airlines on Monday announced that it's ending its pursuit of a potential merger with American Airlines after its rival rebuffed an initial approach to discuss a deal.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
Budget airlines push for up to $2.5 billion in government relief
Budget airline executives are calling for substantial financial support as skyrocketing fuel costs force carriers to overhaul their business models to alleviate rising expenses.
Budget airline executives are calling for substantial financial support as skyrocketing fuel costs force carriers to overhaul their business models to alleviate rising expenses.
Most Americans blame Trump for rising gas prices, poll finds
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.