Economy & Markets
Energy industry calls for more support for struggling households
Households struggling with energy bills need more help than currently offered, according to the energy industry body Energy UK. The…
Laid-off worker seeks affordable health insurance after COBRA costs stall coverage
When a worker loses their job, health insurance often disappears along with their paycheck—and the premium costs for continuing coverage…
Should You Buy Another Rental Property After a Loss?
After selling a $300,000 rental property at a $75,000 loss, the owner wonders whether purchasing another rental property will help…
Power of Attorney and Executor Roles Raise Questions on Oversight
Holding multiple legal roles over a family member’s affairs can create significant responsibility and potential ethical questions. According to MarketWatch.com…
Universal’s ‘Whisper Quiet’ Coaster Draws Noise Complaints
Universal Studios Hollywood built a "whisper quiet" roller coaster to avoid disturbing nearby residents, but didn’t fully account for one…
Gen Z Prioritizes Investing Over Homeownership for Wealth
Gen Z is choosing investment apps and retirement accounts over homeownership as their primary path to building wealth, according to…
Slow-Messaging Apps Gain Popularity Amid Digital Fatigue
Amid growing digital fatigue, apps that allow users to send messages at ultraslow speeds are gaining traction, offering a reprieve…
U.S. Economy Faces Risks as Low Borrowing Costs End
The U.S. economy is entering a period of rapid adjustment after roughly two decades of ultralow interest rates, which could…
Low-cost plug-in solar panels to go on sale in Great Britain
A new wave of low-cost ‘plug-in’ solar panels will be available for purchase in Great Britain starting 27 August, offering…
Lab-Grown Diamonds Flood TikTok Auctions Amid Quality Concerns
Lab-grown diamonds are rapidly gaining popularity on TikTok through livestream auctions, offering buyers a cheaper alternative to natural diamonds. However,…