Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected

According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year. 

Dave & Buster’s will soon allow betting on its arcade games

Dave & Buster’s is rolling out a feature where you’ll be able to bet against your friends on arcade games.

IRS to decide on restoring free tax site amid uncertain future of program

The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.

Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen

Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.

81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis

Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.

The cost of college tuition surged the highest in these states

The cost of attending a private institution rose the most in a Midwest state -- increasing more than $22,000 since 2013.

Gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic’s wealthiest passenger sells for nearly $1.5M

A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.

Just one out of 10 SUVs receives 'good' crash test rating

Only one in 10 small SUVs evaluated during an updated crash test earned a "good" rating, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). 

Businesses affected by Baltimore Key Bridge collapse seek damages in court

A Baltimore publishing company has filed a class action claim arguing the owner and manager of the massive container ship that took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month should have to pay damages to businesses adversely impacted by the collapse.

How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024

A recent study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.

Who's considered middle class in Arizona?
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A new study shows how much money a person needs to make in order to be considered a member of the middle class. In Arizona, where you live may have a factor on whether you're considered to be middle class or not.

New airline refund rules could lead to rising ticket prices, economist warns

This is welcome news for airline customer advocacy groups and passengers. But one North Texas economist believes the new federal mandate will end up costing consumers more in the end.

Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping

A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.

1 in 4 US adults over 50 say they expect to never retire

More than one in four adults in the U.S. who are over 50 said in a new AARP study that they expect to never retire.