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How do you keep your cool when there’s no pistachio in your pistachio ice cream? A woman who unwittingly bought the said concoction went nuts. Finding no pistachio in her pistachio ice cream, a woman on Long Island, New York, filed a lawsuit. And a judge who moonlights as a magician agreed she had a […]

All eyes will be on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as he takes the podium following the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting scheduled for June 12. The meeting is expected to maintain current interest rates, reflecting concerns over persistently high inflation and a surprisingly resilient consumer base despite increasing borrowing costs. However, it’s not […]

In an unexpected move that sent shockwaves through the Guatemalan export community, China has recently prohibited the import of Guatemalan coffee and other goods. The ban came without an official explanation, but Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo suggested it might be linked to his country’s diplomatic ties with Taiwan. “We will take care of it,” Arevalo […]

Campus protests against the Israeli bombing of Gaza have led to nearly 3,000 arrests across the United States. Jobs are also on the line. US students face recruitment challenges after Gaza protests, reports the Financial Times. The newspaper cites the case of Ryna Workman, a New York University law student who made a pro-Palestinian statement […]

As young graduates step into the wild world of financial independence, American writer Ramit Sethi shares his wisdom on personal finance. This self-anointed money guru suggests investing and this can be initiated with a modest 10% of your income towards annual investments, upping the ante by 1% each year until you’re basking in millionaire status. […]

For two years, Charles balanced his primary work with his side hustle freelance work. When the gig ended, he realized he had become accustomed to the extra income and began hunting for other remote opportunities. “There were times when I was just sitting around with nothing to do at my main job for weeks,” he […]

In a tale fit for a Hollywood thriller, a 31-year-old Los Angeles homeowner is battling to reclaim her property after discovering it had been turned into a lucrative, illegal Airbnb by a musician living abroad. Nikeeta Sriram, who purchased the $1.675 million home in March 2022, rented it out to 36-year-old Nicholas Jarzabek, only to […]

In a year marked by nearly half a billion dollars in legal judgments against him, Donald Trump has decided to part ways with one of his private jets to a megadonor. The buyer? A prominent Republican megadonor who funneled almost $250,000 into a political committee supporting Trump’s 2020 campaign. The jet is a 1997 Cessna, […]

In a thought-provoking address at VivaTech 2024 in Paris, Elon Musk predicts a future where artificial intelligence could render traditional jobs obsolete due to an AI takeover. Speaking remotely via webcam, Musk envisioned a world where employment becomes optional. “Probably none of us will have a job,” Musk remarked. This would enable people to work […]

In a surprising bipartisan move, Republican Representative James Comer and Democratic Representative Katie Porter have joined forces to introduce a landmark ethics bill aimed at increasing transparency in presidential finances. The legislation mandates that presidential and vice-presidential candidates disclose their tax filings for the two years before taking office, annually while in office, and for […]

Retirement often means adjusting to a fixed income, making it crucial to adhere to a strict budget. For many retirees, this means making some tough choices to keep expenses in check. One is to do away with constant dining out. Suze Orman, the renowned host of the “Women & Money” podcast and one of GOBankingRates’ […]

Former New York City Mayor, Rudy Giuliani, is making headlines again—but this time, it’s not for his legal battles. Facing bankruptcy and a slew of legal issues, Giuliani has pivoted to an unexpected new venture, launching his line of coffee beans called “Rudy Coffee.” Giuliani, who has recently been embroiled in many controversies filed for […]

In a fiery Instagram tirade, singer Ethel Cain lambasted President Joe Biden over his recent $1 billion arms deal with Israel. Cain’s outspoken criticism has ignited a storm on social media, resonating with many who share her frustration. Her provocative posts began with a screenshot discussing Biden’s approval of the arms deal, accompanied by the […]

In a recent episode of the popular “Afford Anything” podcast, renowned financial expert Suze Orman delivered a blunt assessment of the feasibility of early retirement with a $2 million portfolio. Orman, known for her straightforward and no-nonsense approach, dismissed the notion as unrealistic in today’s economic landscape, boldly stating that “$2 million is mere pocket […]

US airlines are challenging the Biden administration’s new regulation on airline fee transparency. The rule was crafted to shed light on the hidden charges and the airlines’ challenge sparked a heated debate about consumer rights and business operations. However, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced its determination to uphold the rule, described as a measure […]