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Should you cancel your cruise after the hantavirus outbreak?

Cruise ships are back in the spotlight after a deadly hantavirus outbreak, but experts say the risk to travelers is low.

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Do gas tax holidays actually bring relief at the pump?

Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax, but state-level gas tax breaks could have a bigger impact at the pump, says one expert.

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K-shaped economy is showing up at the gas pump: NY Fed

Low-income households are cutting back on gas as prices surge, while wealthier households remain largely unfazed.

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The 10 most popular baby names in the US, according to Social Security

For the seventh straight year, these two baby names are the most popular in the U.S.

08.05.2026 4

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College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K: Survey

College students pursuing a bachelor's degree expect to earn roughly $80,000 one year after graduation.

07.05.2026 2

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UnitedHealthcare to eliminate prior authorization for 30 percent of services

UnitedHealthcare plans to eliminate prior authorization requirements for 30% of services by the end of 2026.

06.05.2026 3

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What is TrumpIRA.gov? Trump unveils plan for new retirement website

The website is set to launch by next year and will help workers find and enroll in IRAs.

30.04.2026 5

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Tech layoffs surge amid AI push — but there's more to the story

Job cuts attributed to AI may be more about investment than worker replacement.

28.04.2026 5

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World Cup: Some restaurants plan automatic 20 percent tips

Tipping norms vary worldwide, so some U.S. restaurants are planning automatic gratuities for the World Cup this summer.

24.04.2026 8

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Incomes outpacing rent hikes for first time in years: Zillow

Rent growth was 1.8% in March, the slowest annual pace since 2020, Zillow says.

23.04.2026 6

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The Onion says it's reached a deal to take over Alex Jones' Infowars

The Onion says it has reached a new deal to take over Infowars, the website founded by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.

21.04.2026 10

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More Americans are buying groceries using buy now, pay later: Survey

Nearly a third of buy now, pay later users have used the loans for groceries — double the share from two years ago.

17.04.2026 10

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What happens if you don't file taxes on time?

Tax Day is here. Ran out of time? Here's what to do.

15.04.2026 7

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How to file a tax extension and avoid IRS penalties

Running out of time to file your taxes? Here's how to get an extension and avoid late-filing penalties.

15.04.2026 9

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Delta doubles down on premium seats as airlines target big spenders

Half the seats on Delta's new long-haul planes will be dedicated to premium customers.

14.04.2026 4

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Airlines hike fees: Here's what it costs to check a bag now

Major airlines are hiking bag fees as fuel prices rise. Here's what it costs to check a bag now.

09.04.2026 7

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Used car prices hit highest level since summer 2023

Wholesale used car prices hit a nearly three-year high in March as tight supply meets tax refund season.

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Some of the most popular graduate degrees don't pay off, study finds

Graduate degrees pay off for doctors, pharmacists and lawyers, but others may want to think twice.

04.04.2026 6

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Airport security: Are TSA wait times still long? Here's how to check

Some of the hardest airports in recent weeks are now seeing security lines under 10 minutes.

03.04.2026 10

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Why gas prices vary so much across the US

Gas is nearly $6 a gallon in California but it's $3.27 in Oklahoma. Here's why prices vary so much by state.

02.04.2026 6

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More than half of US home listings are 'stale' — these 10 cities are most stagnant, Redfin says

Over half of February’s home listings were on the market for at least 60 days without going under contract, Redfin said.

31.03.2026 4

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What happens if you miss a flight due to long airport lines?

Missed your flight due to long TSA lines? Here's how airlines are handling it.

26.03.2026 5

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What's the difference between TSA PreCheck, Touchless ID and CLEAR?

Long airport lines have reignited interest in programs like TSA PreCheck and CLEAR. Here's what to know.

25.03.2026 6

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Are TSA PreCheck and CLEAR affected by long security lines?

At Bush Airport in Houston, TSA PreCheck closed at 10:30 a.m. on Monday.

24.03.2026 5

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More than a quarter of new hires are taking pay cuts, survey finds

More than a quarter of new hires took pay cuts from their previous roles, a ZipRecruiter survey found.

20.03.2026 10

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Oldest Americans held more real estate wealth than ever in 2025

For the first time on record, Americans over 70 held a larger share of real estate wealth than those ages 40 to 54.

19.03.2026 7

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Moody's economist warns recession is once again a 'serious threat'

A recession will be "difficult to avoid" if oil prices remain elevated for much longer, Moody's Mark Zandi wrote Monday.

18.03.2026 10

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Smaller raise? Higher health insurance costs may be to blame

Many employers responded to rising health insurance costs by scaling back pay increases, the New York Fed found.

06.03.2026 10

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Trump admin weighs requiring banks to collect citizenship info: Reports

Such a decision could ultimately have banks requesting additional documentation, such as passports, from customers.

26.02.2026 40

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Want cheaper gas? Here's the best day to fill up in every state

Sunday is the cheapest day to buy gas in most states — but not everywhere.

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Mortgage rates drop to lowest level since 2022

The average 30-year fixed rate slid to 6.01% this week — down from 6.85% a year ago.

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Google trying to recover footage from Nancy Guthrie's home cameras: Sheriff

Investigators are still working to determine what led to Guthrie's disappearance, but Sheriff Chris Nanos told NewsNation he has "100% faith" they'll...

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Average tax refund up nearly 11% so far this filing season

The average tax refund was $2,290 through Feb. 6 — up 10.9% from $2,065 a year ago, according to the IRS.

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Average tax refund up nearly 11 percent so far this filing season

The average tax refund was $2,290 through Feb. 6 — up 10.9% from $2,065 a year ago, according to the IRS.

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The 10 college majors with the lowest unemployment

People-focused majors, including nursing and education, had the lowest unemployment rates.

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Trump's tariffs cost US households $1K last year: Analysis

Trump's tariffs amounted to an average tax increase of $1,000 per U.S. household in 2025, according to a new analysis.

11.02.2026 10

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Car insurance premiums are finally falling, but not everywhere

Drivers in Wyoming, Iowa and Arkansas saw the largest price cuts in the U.S., while other states saw premiums rise.

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Where incomes have risen the most (and least) over the past 50 years

One state has seen the typical household income jump nearly 80% — while another has watched it decline.

31.01.2026 10

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United Center becomes first major US arena to sell THC beverages

Chicago's United Center will soon serve up a different kind of buzz to concertgoers.

28.01.2026 10

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Home sellers outnumber buyers by widest margin on record, Redfin says

There were about 631,000 more home sellers than buyers last month — the largest gap in Redfin data going back to 2013.

21.01.2026 30

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Major ski resorts are short on something essential: Snow

Vail's CEO said it's the worst early-season snowfall in more than 30 years for the company's western U.S. resorts.

17.01.2026 20

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Mortgage rates hit lowest level in more than 3 years

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.06% this week — down from 7.04% a year ago.

17.01.2026 10

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These are the 10 fastest-growing jobs in the US, LinkedIn says

AI-related roles rank among the fastest-growing jobs in the U.S., LinkedIn's annual rankings show.

09.01.2026 10

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Trump faces Republican defections as war powers debate heats up

In today's issue: GOP splits on war powers, health votes; White House on defense over ICE; another U.S. attorney disqualified; internet cut off in...

09.01.2026 10

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The top 10 hottest housing markets in 2026: Zillow

Homebuyers in this Northeast city should brace for "bidding wars and broken hearts," according to Zillow.

09.01.2026 10

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New cars kept selling in 2025, just not to everyday buyers

Households earning more than $150,000 now buy 43% of the new cars sold in the U.S., up from 30% in 2019.

06.01.2026 30

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Student loan debt: Which age group carries the biggest balances?

Borrowers ages 50 to 61 have the highest average balance of any age group at $48,203, according to federal data.

03.01.2026 10

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Live updates: Iran threatens US targets as Trump vows to 'rescue' protesters

Iran and the U.S. traded threats on Friday, after days of protests in the Islamic Republic over soaring inflation. President Trump early Friday warned...

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4 reasons Americans are feeling worse about the economy

The economy keeps growing — but life isn't getting easier for many.

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Trump Mobile delays gold-colored phone rollout: Report

The Trump Mobile gold-colored smartphone was slated to launch in August but has yet to ship.

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