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Credit card debt hit a record $1.21 trillion — here's why 'no one should be surprised,' expert says
Credit card balances rose in the fourth quarter of 2024, the New York Fed found. Consumer spending continues to remain strong, despite high borrowing costs.CNBC - 3h -
Crypto scams likely hit a new record in 2024, driven by 'pig butchering' and AI, says Chainalysis
Crypto scam revenue is estimated to have hit record levels last year as cybercriminals leverage new technologies like AI and become more organized.CNBC - 7h -
Golden State Warriors blend sports and music with new album from their groundbreaking record label
The Golden State Warriors are known for their electrifying plays and superstar Stephen Curry, but now the team is pioneering a fresh gameplan: blending sports and entertainment in a way no NBA ...ABC News - 11h -
Judge rejects defamation claim by ex-Cards exec
A federal judge in district court in Arizona dismissed claims of defamation by former Cardinals executive Terry McDonough against the team and its law and PR firms.ESPN - 1h -
Credit card debt hit $1.21 trillion. Here's why 'no one should be surprised,' expert says.
Collectively, Americans now owe a record $1.21 trillion on their credit cards, according to a new quarterly report on household debt from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.NBC News - 1h -
Americans are piling on debt at a furious pace, as tariffs loom
Credit-card bills and car loans swelled at the end of 2024.MarketWatch - 4h -
Americans' credit card debt reaches new record high: Federal Reserve
Americans' household debt is at a new all-time high $18.04 trillion, according to a report released Thursday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.ABC News - 5h -
Secured vs. unsecured debt: Everything to know now
Knowing what's at stake with secured and unsecured debt could help protect your assets.CBS News - 7h -
What happens now after Slot's red card?
What happens now after Arne Slot's red card at Everton?BBC News - 8h -
What does new inflation data mean for Americans' wallets?
New data out Wednesday shows U.S. inflation accelerated faster than economists had predicted in January. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.CBS News - 22h -
High School Trans Athletes Challenge Trump’s Executive Order in New Hampshire
A lawsuit appears to be the first challenge to the constitutionality of an executive order barring trans athletes from girls’ and women’s sports teams.The New York Times - 1d -
Does bankruptcy clear tax debt?
Clearing your IRS tax debt by filing for bankruptcy may not be as simple as you think.CBS News - 1d -
Warren Buffett's Berkshire buys more Occidental after 30% sell-off from record high
The Omaha, Nebraska-based conglomerate scooped up 763,000 shares of the Houston-based oil and gas producer on Friday for $35.7 million, according to a filing.CNBC - 1d -
How the federal government spent billions rebuilding New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina
The U.S. has spent billions rebuilding New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Some of the interventions have, at times, had unintended consequences.CNBC - 1d -
A sovereign debt restructuring furniture review
What have we learned from the recent spate of government bankruptcies?Financial Times - 1d -
FBI says it has discovered 2,400 new records related to JFK assassination
The agency was transferring the records for declassification and did not say what information they contained. The FBI on Tuesday said it had discovered 2,400 new records related to the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Federal Workers Launch New Lawsuit to Fight DOGE’s Data Access
The Electronic Frontier Foundation filed the complaint on behalf of US federal workers, arguing that DOGE’s data access is illegal and should be cut off.Wired - 2d -
3 simple ways to take control of your credit card debt this February
Between today's high rates and the recent uptick in spending, it's time to get your credit card debt under control.CBS News - 2d -
2025 Super Bowl ratings: Despite Eagles' blowout of Chiefs, Super Bowl LIX hits new record number of viewers
Super Bowl LIX produced record numbers across various platforms and in terms of streamingCBS Sports - 2d -
New brackets, deductions and credits for taxes
It's tax filing time and if you're working on your 2024 return then you might be seeing changes with brackets, rates and other parts of the tax code. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has ...CBS News - 2d -
FBI says it found 2,400 new records related to JFK assassination
The FBI said Monday that it discovered roughly 2,400 records related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.CBS News - 2d -
You only need 2 or 3 cards to maximize rewards, says credit expert—here's how to choose
The key to building a credit card strategy is to tailor your card usage to how you already spend, experts say.CNBC - 2d -
BYD shares hit record high after EV maker rolls out driver assistance tech with DeepSeek's AI help
Advanced smart driving will become a standard safety feature similar to seatbelts and air bags, BYD's founder and chairman Wang Chuanfu said.CNBC - 2d -
Majority of Americans approve of Trump's job performance so far, CBS News poll finds
The first CBS News poll of President Trump's second term shows him with a significantly higher approval rating than he enjoyed his first time in office. CBS News executive director of elections and ...CBS News - 2d -
Tremors hitting Santorini reach new strength
Three more quakes above 4.0 magnitude are registered on Monday near the Greek tourist hotspot.BBC News - 3d -
Trump gets high approval ratings for his first weeks, new CBS poll finds
President Donald Trump received positive marks on immigration policy, his handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict and more.CNBC - 3d -
Wholesale egg prices have 'blown way past' record highs, analyst says
Wholesale egg prices are on the rise amid a bird flu outbreak.CNBC - 3d -
UK steel industry fears ‘devastating blow’ from Trump tariffs; Brussels vows to react; FTSE 100 hits record high – business live
US president says 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to be introduced this week as Chinese tariffs come into effect. Trump to announce 25% aluminum and steel tariffs as China’s levies ...The Guardian - 3d -
Women’s college basketball power rankings: How is UCLA reaching new heights?
One of the most impressive runs in recent memory came to an end Sunday, as Texas halted South Carolina’s 57-game winning streak in SEC play. The Gamecocks had gone more than three seasons without a ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Postecoglou undone by tactics and injuries but fans reserve ire for Levy | John Brewin
As Spurs’ head coach ploughs on, he has no choice but to use his best young players during damaging run of defeats. The midfield press was non-existent, Morgan Rogers carving past white shirts ...The Guardian - 4d -
Super Bowl 2025: Eagles' Brandon Graham activated from injured reserve for championship bout vs. Chiefs
Philly's vet is back for the biggest game of the year after tearing his triceps in Week 12CBS Sports - 4d -
Americans expected to place record $1.39bn in bets for Super Bowl LIX
The US sports betting industry has boomed since 2018 – with it brings a ‘dark side’ as gambling addiction also rises. More Americans than ever are expected to place bets on Sunday’s Super Bowl , ...The Guardian - 5d -
Vote counting is underway in high-stakes state election in the New Delhi region
Vote counting started in the high-stakes state legislature election in India’s federal territory, including New Delhi, with TV exit polls predicting a win for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling ...ABC News - 5d -
New York leads multistate lawsuit to block DOGE from accessing Americans' personal data
New York Attorney General Letitia James and 18 other state attorneys general sued the Trump administration in an effort to stop Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from accessing ...NBC News - 5d -
RFK Jr. had up to $1.2 million in credit card debt — what experts say about tackling high balances
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent financial disclosures show a "massive" amount of credit card debt, according to experts.CNBC - 6d -
GTA 6 Parent Company's Stock Reaches All-Time High, And This Could Be Why
Grand Theft Auto parent company Take-Two's stock price is soaring this week following the company's recent earnings report on February 6. Why is the share value surging? It's often hard to know ...GameSpot - 6d -
A new bill would cap credit card interest rates at 10%. Here's what that could mean for your money
A bill to limit the interest rate on credit cards has been introduced in Congress. The banking industry says capping rates would have unintended consequences.CNBC - 6d -
Chappell Roan was one of the 25 million uninsured Americans — here’s why health coverage is still out of reach for some artists
Chappell Roan used her Grammy acceptance speech to call out record labels for not providing better protections for artists struggling to afford health care.CNBC - 6d -
How to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
A new report finds that people are spending more on their cards and paying down less. Financial experts offer tips for reducing that debt, starting with looking at your spending habits.The New York Times - 6d