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Budgeting Tips to Manage Inflation: Inflation can make budgeting feel like an uphill battle, with rising costs impacting everything from groceries to rent. But with the right approach, you can navigate these challenges and make your money work for you. In this guide, we’ll cover practical tips to help you budget effectively in a world … Read more
Simplifying Your Budgeting Strategy You’re staring at your budget spreadsheet, wondering if tracking 30 different categories is overkill. Is it possible to simplify without losing valuable insights? This is a common question, even for the financially savvy. A recent Harris poll revealed that 74% of Americans create a monthly budget. But for those serious about … Read more
Fed Optimism vs. Public Sentiment Americans Skeptical of Economy The Federal Reserve may feel it’s winning the fight, but Americans aren’t convinced. A recent AP-NORC poll found only one in three voters think the economy is doing well, even after the Fed’s rate cut. Interestingly, about six in ten say their personal finances are okay. … Read more
Recession Signal Flashes Red Sahm’s Recession Indicator Flashes, But No Downturn Yet Economist Claudia Sahm’s recession indicator, known as the Sahm Rule, has signaled a possible recession. However, Sahm believes this doesn’t mean the U.S. is currently in a downturn. Sahm Rule Explained The Sahm Rule indicates a recession when the three-month average unemployment rate … Read more
Son of Suspected Assassination Plotter Arrested The son of Ryan Wesley Routh, suspected in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Florida, has been arrested on federal charges. Oran Alexander Routh is accused of possessing child sexual abuse images. Arrest and Investigation Oran Routh was arrested in Greensboro, North Carolina, after authorities searched … Read more
The 57-page indictment accuses NYC Mayor Eric Adams of accepting “illicit benefits” from foreign businesspeople and a Turkish government official in exchange for providing favorable treatment. The charges include bribery, wire fraud, and conspiracy, all part of a scheme that allegedly spanned nearly a decade. Prosecutors claim that Adams received lavish gifts, including luxury trips, … Read more
A large grocery chain (Sam’s Club) has raised its wages to $19 per hour, marking a nearly 30% increase over the last five years. In a recent press release, Sam’s Club expressed its dedication to supporting its employees. The company plans to raise pay for about 100,000 frontline workers and offer clear career growth paths. … Read more
Bidens Support On September 26, U.S. President Joe Biden revealed a major military aid package for Ukraine, valued at $7.9 billion. This announcement signals ongoing support from the U.S. government for Ukraine amid its conflict with Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to President Biden, Congress, and the American people for this substantial … Read more
Cineplex Fined $38.9 Million for Deceptive Marketing Practices Cineplex Inc. has been ordered to pay a substantial $38.9 million fine after a ruling by the Competition Tribunal, which found the theatre chain guilty of deceptive marketing tactics. The case, initially brought forward last May, centered around claims that Cineplex misled customers by not displaying the … Read more
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