Digital Wallet or Dead Money? the Harsh Truth About Today’s Savings AccountsThis shift in mindset—from saving to spending—has made the erosion of interest rates feel almost invisible.
How to Get What You Want Without Using Cash (You Read That Right)For many of us, when we see something we want, we pull out our cards and swipe for it. Instead, try this resourceful approach.
Making Sense of Phone Tariffs: See How Much IPhone Prices Could RisePrices are likely to go up, even if the exact amount is unclear. But don’t panic-buy if it means going into debt, experts say.
Five Easy Weatherproofing Projects That Help Prevent Damage and Save on InsuranceThese small projects can protect your home from the elements — and may even lower your home insurance premium.
How We Became ISA Millionaires and Retired Early by Our 40sAlan and Katie Donegan managed to retire by their early 40s with over £2.1m spread across ISAs, pensions, and general investment accounts.
Suddenly Old, Suddenly the Other: On the Unfamiliar World of AgingAll at once and much to my surprise, I am old. I did not expect it, and it is not what I expected. The world in which I worked, struggled, dreamed, and loved now regards me quite differently than it did even ten years ago.
Stock Ownership Is What Really Divides AmericansIn a pamphlet published in 1711, Jonathan Swift lamented the “folly” of those who “mistake the echo of a London coffeehouse for the voice of the kingdom.
6 Simple Ways to Back Up Your Data SafelyBacking up your data is vital, but doing the bare minimum isn't enough. These handy data backup tips and tricks will help you safely avoid data breaches, data corruption, and missed data—and keep all of your data safe.
The Verge’s favorite stuff with styleOur staff looks at some of the items, tech and not, that not only work well but also look great. Our staff looks at some of the items, tech and not, that not only work well but also look great.
Inside DOGE’s AI Push at the Department of Veterans AffairsElon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been clear about its plans to fire tens of thousands of employees at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
When The Dogist Gets Married, the ‘Dog of Honor’ Wears a Custom DressElias Isadore Weiss Friedman, known as The Dogist, shoots pictures of dogs of all breeds. He is a little more particular about the humans he makes time for. If it wasn’t for Samantha Jane Cutler’s singular ability to make him laugh, he might have lost touch with her years ago. Mr.
The downfall of King DollarAs long as a global trade and financial system exists, it is likely to operate through the medium of one leading currency. For the country that prints it this is a source of enormous power and wealth.
Instead of Spring Cleaning, Try Spring DeclutteringLifehacker’s Ultimate Guide to Spring Cleaning is here to help you whip your home into shape, clean more efficiently, and make organizing less of a chore. The urge to spring clean your home is a strong one.
How Trump Could Dethrone the DollarThe U.S. dollar has been the dominant currency in global trade and finance for more than seven decades. Over that time, little has ever truly threatened its position. Global economic systems operate with significant inertia.
Americans are taking Mark Cuban's advice and stockpiling essentials — but cutting back on luxury itemsMelanie Moroz now has enough makeup, skincare, and hair care products to last two years.