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Is a continuing care retirement community right for you?
They offer many benefits, but the costs can be steep.
Trump offers US automakers additional relief from his tariffs
The president extended what was supposed to have been a short-term rebate until 2030.
Meta adds parental controls for AI-teen interactions
More than 70% of teens have used AI companions, according to a recent study.
Regional banks’ bad loans spark concerns on Wall Street
A few regional banks wrote off bad loans in the last two weeks, leading to...
Will tariffs slow the U.S. economy in 2026?
Tariffs were cited as a reason for slower U.S. economic growth in a recent report.
Ford recalls more than 290,000 vehicles in US due to issue with rearview camera system
The camera system may not display images properly in certain lighting conditions.
Big Tech is paying millions to train teachers on AI, in a push to bring chatbots into classrooms
Tech giants are paying for training for teachers to apply AI skills in the classroom.
Trump called Digital Equity Act ‘racist.’ Now internet money for rural Americans is gone
The Digital Equity Act is part of the sweeping 2021 infrastructure law.
Wall Street cruises toward the finish of its best week in 2 months as bank stocks steady
Bank stocks rose after several reported stronger profit than analysts expected.
How Promote Giving, a new investment model, will raise millions for charities
The model, which started in 2019, has already pledged over $40 million to charity.
Sex is a big market for the AI industry. ChatGPT won’t be the first to try to profit from it
OpenAI announced ChatGPT will soon engage in "erotica for verified adults."
Nestlé cuts 16,000 jobs as part of an intensifying cost-cutting campaign
The job cuts will take place over the next two years.
India seeks to import more US oil and gas under pressure from Trump to stop Russian oil purchases
India is the second biggest buyer of Russian oil after China.
Average long-term US mortgage rate slips to 6.27%, nearing a low for 2025
The dip brings the average rate to just above where it was four weeks ago.
Worries about banks drag Wall Street down after another turbulent day
Thursday’s swings on Wall Street fit the pattern of the week for stocks.
I asked real buyers: How hard is it to find a house right now?
Despite recent growth, inventory is still 13% below pre-pandemic levels.
Checking boxes with the 2025 Audi Q5
Powering the Audi Q5 is a 2.0-liter TFSI inline 4-cylinder engine, paired with a 7-speed...
Medicare costs are rising in 2026. Here’s how to save during open enrollment
Enrollees should review their plans carefully and think twice about letting their current coverage auto-renew.
Smucker sues Trader Joe’s, saying its new PB&J sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables
Smucker said the design violates its trademarks.
CVS polishes off deal to buy former Rite Aid stores, prescription files
Rite Aid recently announced that its stores have closed.
Forget stock options. Some employers are handing out down payments
With million-dollar homes out of reach for most middle-income families, some Bay Area employers are...
Most US stocks rise after swinging through another erratic day
Technology stocks helped lead the way on Wednesday.
Meta removes ICE-tracking Facebook page in Chicago at the request of the Justice Department
Meta is the latest tech company to restrict tools used to track ICE agents.
Beyond Meat shares drop below $1 on investor concerns
Beyond Meat’s net revenue was down 15% in the first six months of this year.
Silver hits all-time high as London squeeze sparks market havoc
Concerns about a lack of liquidity in London have sparked a worldwide hunt for silver.
OpenAI partners with Walmart to let users buy products in ChatGPT, furthering chatbot shopping push
The company has recently launched similar offerings for Shopify and Etsy sellers.
Nations meet to consider regulations to drive a green transition in shipping
If adopted, this would be the first global fee on greenhouse gas emissions.
Slowdown in US hiring suggests economy still needs rate cuts, Fed’s Powell says
Powell's comments suggest the Fed will likely cut its key interest rate twice more.
GM to take a $1.6 billion hit as tax incentives for EVs are slashed and emission rules ease
U.S. automakers are being hampered in some of their long-term planning.
US rejects bid to buy 167 million tons of coal on public lands for less than a penny per ton
The failed bid underscores a continued low appetite for coal among electric utilities.
As US wood tariffs kick in, kitchen cabinet companies look for a silver lining
Small business owners worry about short-term challenges.
US stocks waver as trade tensions with China flare up again
Stocks slipped on Wall Street as trade tensions escalate again with China.
IMF more upbeat about US growth than just months ago, but outlook is dimmer than last year
While the U.S. and world economies have fared better than expected, it’s too soon to...
Instagram says it’s safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content
The company is also adding an even stricter setting that parents can set up for...
How to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score
There are several ways to avoid a negative impact on your credit score.
JPMorgan to invest up to $10 billion in US companies with crucial ties to national security
The investment is part of the bank’s Security and Resiliency Initiative.
OpenAI partners with Broadcom to design its own AI chips
The companies plan to start deploying customized "AI accelerators" next year.
What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan
More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially.
Wall Street veers upward after Trump softens his criticism of China
The S&P 500 jumped 1.6% in its best day since May.