7 U.S. cities where you need to earn more than 4 times the minimum wage to comfortably afford rent

Workers would need to earn quadruple the federal minimum wage in order to comfortably afford rent in these cities, per Clever Real Estate's analysis.

Business - CNBC - 12 hours ago

5 major U.S. cities where it's harder for Gen Z to afford rent than it was for millennials at the same age

In these 5 U.S. cities, Gen Z renters are spending a larger portion of their income on rent than Millennials did a decade ago.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

The best (and worst) cities for renters making minimum wage

These are the 10 most (and least) affordable U.S. cities for renters making minimum wage.

Politics - The Hill - November 12

U.K. to lift minimum wage to $15.84 an hour. Here’s how it compares to the U.S.

The U.K.’s chancellor of the exchequer confirmed the government will lift the U.K.’s national minimum wage by 6.7% in April 2025 to hourly rates of £12.21 ($15.84)

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

Chevron beats earnings expectations, returns more than $7 billion to shareholders

Chevron's stock is largely flat for the year, underperforming the S&P 500 energy sector which has gained more than 6%.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Whether it is President Harris or President Trump, a battle over taxes and tips is headed to Capitol Hill

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris back no-tax-on-tips policy, but in an election where the economy is the No. 1 issue, economists say the idea is flawed.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Minimum wage to rise to £12.21 an hour next year

The National Living Wage will rise by 77p from £11.44 per hour for workers over the age of 21.

Bolt drivers win right to holiday and minimum wage

Thousands of drivers on ride-hailing and food delivery app Bolt have won a legal claim to be classed as workers.

Juan Soto to the Dodgers? How star free agent fits payroll structure and why they need him more than you think

The Dodgers' pursuit of Soto is nowhere as preposterous as it may sound

Sports - CBS Sports - 11 hours ago

Children in Need raises more than £39m

Stars and the public came together to raise money for disadvantaged children across the UK.

2 States to Vote on Lower Minimum Wage Rate for Tipped Workers

Massachusetts and Arizona plan ballot measures that could eliminate the subminimum wage paid to many workers in the restaurant and hospitality industries.

Business - Inc. - October 21

Raising the minimum wage is the key to the White House for Kamala Harris

While it might have made for a decent photo-op, Donald Trump’s visit to McDonald's highlights a glaring weakness that the Harris campaign should exploit: his stance on the minimum wage.

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Japan's rising minimum wage likely to push up inflation, BOJ says

World - Yahoo News - November 1

State Minimum Wage Hike Ballot Measures Show Mixed Results

Missouri and Alaska voters approved bumps to $15 an hour, while a Californa propsoal to go to $18 failed. Increases for tipped workers were voted down in Massachusetts and Arizona.

Business - Inc. - November 6

You Have More Accounting Options Than You Might Think

Intuit QuickBooks is the established behemoth, while Xero is a dynamic up-and-comer. Either could be a good fit for your business.

Business - Inc. - October 21

As German economy struggles, executives earn more than ever

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

EBay’s sales outlook comes in weaker, and stock falls more than 7%

EBay’s slightly better-than-expected quarterly earnings were no match for a weaker sales outlook.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

The U.S. election need not be scary. History shows this is the way to trade it, says Citi.

The S&P 500 looks well set for the rest of 2024, but there’s also a way to gain from short-term volatility

Business - MarketWatch - November 1

Challenged universities need more than UK’s tuition fee thaw

Most vulnerable are lower-tier institutions that rely on international students hit by recent visa changes

Business - Financial Times - November 10

Democrats need to understand being relatable is more important than being right

Democrats approach elections — and communicating with voters — through a lens of how they think the world should be, rather than meeting them in the world as it actually is.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Hiring Is More About Vibes Than Merit—That Needs to Change

When feelings take priority over experience and ingenuity, everyone loses.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

More than brute force is needed to upset Hezbollah's financial network

Hezbollah’s support network isn’t just facilitating mayhem in the Middle East — it’s also endangering American lives.

Politics - The Hill - 9 hours ago

Halloween chills are out as record-high temperatures are expected across the country

Halloween is expected far warmer than usual in many parts of the country. More than 30 cities across the Northeast could set new temperature records.

Samsung shares climb more than 7% after surprise $7 billion buyback plan

The company last bought back shares in November 2017.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Failure to launch: The US doesn’t need 4 more years of Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris owns the failure to keep NASA's Artemis program on-track and viable.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

More than 4 million cast early votes in NC, Georgia

More than 4 million people in North Carolina and Georgia have cast their ballots early, surpassing records in the critical battleground states. The North Carolina State Board of Elections said as ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Harris will fight to protect health care for more than 4 million Hispanics

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president, citing her record of fighting for affordable health care and her plans to protect Hispanic ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

5 Steps to Experience More Wealth Than You Might Ever Imagine

Find true riches in simply being present.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Do you feel safer today than you did 4 years ago?

A recent Gallup poll found that 40 percent of Americans are afraid to walk alone at night within a mile of their home, and many Americans feel less safe due to increased crime, anti-Semitic ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

4 Affordable Benefits That Move the Needle for Employees

Offering good benefits doesn’t need to break the bank.

Business - Inc. - November 1

Mendy entitled to majority of unpaid Man City wages

Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy should have been paid when he was not in custody, an employment tribunal judge rules.

Annual UFO report finds 21 cases of more than 700 received need more analysis

Among the 757 reports received, 4% had unusual descriptions, like "green fireball" or "a jelly fish with [multicolored] flashing lights."

Toto Wolff: ‘There are times you just need to survive day by day mentally’

The Mercedes F1 team principal on his struggles with mental health, losing Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari and his frustration over accusations against his wife, Susie. ‘I don’t feel pressure as it’s my ...

World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago

Man City's Pep loses 4 straight games for 1st time

Pep Guardiola is enduring the worst statistical run of his managerial career after Manchester City lost their fourth straight game on Saturday.

Sports - ESPN - November 10

Worried about post-election political violence? You have more power than you think.

Despite concerns of political violence and distorted narratives on social media, Americans are committed to avoiding violence and solving problems together, according to experts.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Sneaky Business Models: How Companies Make You Pay More Than You Think

Hidden fees are everywhere, from streaming to travel. Learn to spot them as a consumer and rethink them as an innovator to build trust and protect your brand.

Business - Inc. - November 10

The 80% rule doesn’t cut it anymore: You may end up spending a lot more in retirement than you expect

Between the “go-go” years and healthcare costs, your expenses may stay the same — or even rise.

Business - MarketWatch - November 11

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