How Not to Make Housing Affordable

How Democrats are making health care more affordable

As physicians, we are witnessing firsthand how growing health care costs affect average Americans.

Politics - The Hill - October 14

How some Nevada voters see the affordable housing crisis

Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed building three million new homes and rental units, while former President Donald Trump has said he will reduce mortgage rates by slashing inflation.

Nevada voters weigh in on affordable housing

Being able to buy a home -- or afford to rent one -- is an important issue for millions of voters this election year. Both candidates for president have ideas to make the American dream a reality ...

How much money do U.S. House members make?

Members of Congress haven't given themselves a raise since 2009, but House lawmakers still earn six figures.

Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago

Why a Key Biden Effort to Boost Affordable Housing Has Faced Hurdles

The Biden administration rolled out a plan last year to create more housing by unlocking more than $35 billion in lending capacity. It has yet to close on any loans that would support ...

Business - The New York Times - October 28

What a second Trump term means for Social Security, Medicare and affordable housing

Congress may have more impact than the president when it comes to retirement.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 hours ago

How "Pair Eyewear" brings affordable customization to prescription glasses

Sophia Edelstein, co-founder and co-CEO of eyewear company "Pair," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share how her brand is transforming the eyewear industry.

Biden administration to award nearly $250 million to develop 30,000 affordable housing units

The effort comes as the federal government seeks to rein in high housing prices ahead of the presidential election in November.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

The Hyper-Close House Race That Could Make All the Difference

If Democrats have any hope of taking control of the House, they need to win races like this one.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Republicans Make Early Inroads in Their Fight to Keep the House Majority

Democrats picked up two seats in New York and defended others in Michigan and New Mexico, but Republican gains have narrowed their path, setting up a potential G.O.P. trifecta.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

How to know if mortgage refinancing makes sense now

As mortgage rates decline, some homeowners may want to consider refinancing now. Here's what to know now.

How to make a pumpkin spice martini that's fall in a glass

In the "The Dish Recipe," J.M. Hirsch shares his autumn-inspired pumpkin spice martini from his new book, "Freezer Door Cocktails." This easy, ready-to-pour drink brings the perfect seasonal flavor ...

How to Make Ads Your Customers Want to Share

It’s not just about aiming for virality—it’s about crafting a story so meaningful, your audience feels compelled to share it. Here’s how to do that.

Business - Inc. - October 30

How much money do U.S. senators make?

Congress has control over its own members' salary, but has kept their pay frozen for 15 years.

Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago

How To Make Dyes And Dye Armor In Minecraft

Not all items in Minecraft have a plethora of uses, but they're essential to customizing your experience. Dyes are only a part of a few concrete crafting recipes, but those recipes allow you to add ...

Tech - GameSpot - 12 hours ago

Real-estate agents on how they handle haunted homes in an already-scary housing market

This Halloween, real-estate agents reflect on some of the creepiest, spookiest homes they’ve helped buy or sell — or lived in themselves.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Housing, Tariffs and Debt: Four Experts Debate How to Fix the American Economy

One set of writers on the left and another on the right lay out competing visions for what the next president should do.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

How Democrats can win control of the House even if Trump is elected president

Democrats could win control of the House in the 2024 elections even if Donald Trump wins the presidency, providing a curb on his legislative agenda.

Politics - NBC News - October 25

How the House can still (at least temporarily) function without a Speaker

The House Rules Committee held a Member Day on Sept. 19, where members proposed changes to the legislative process, including allowing bills to have two original sponsors, expediting the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

How the House would pick the president in the event of an Electoral College tie

Explainer: If no one gets 270 electoral votes, the House of Representative decides who wins the presidency, with each state delegation getting one vote.

How the road to the White House might lead through … Canada?

In a squeaker of an election, the 700,000 eligible US voters up north could determine who the next US president is. US elections 2024 – live updates Four years ago, the nail-biter US ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

How control of the House of Representatives could change after Iowa races

Two Iowa congressional races in the 2024 election could flip the House of Representatives. In Iowa's 1st District, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks faces a challenge from Democrat Christina Bohannan. ...

Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago

How Trump pulled off another White House win

Four years after President Biden defeated him, former President Donald Trump has made a historic political comeback. The president-elect defeated Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday to become ...

How the Trump transition team will tackle his return to the White House

When Donald Trump was elected president in 2016, he didn't expect to win and had to rely on the Republican establishment to fill jobs in his administration. That won't be the case this time around. ...

Resident Evil Movie Director Making A "Full-On Terror Ride" House Of The Dead Film

Paul W.S. Anderson, who directed or produced a half-dozen Resident Evil movies that collectively made over $1 billion and later made the poorly received Monster Hunter movie , is taking on ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

President-elect Trump names Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, making history

President-elect Trump has selected Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff, the first woman to ever hold the role. As Trump shapes his Cabinet, the focus turns to the high-stakes secretary of ...

4 Affordable Benefits That Move the Needle for Employees

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

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

She makes $148,000 a year. Her partner makes $29,000. Here’s how it affects their relationship

Mindy earns five times as much as her boyfriend, Victor. But the bigger issue is their financial knowledge gap.

Business - CNBC - October 27

Fear of Flying? Here’s How to Make Plane Rides Less Scary.

Fear of flying affects more than 25 million Americans. If you are among them, these tools and expert tips could help make your next plane ride easier.

Business - The New York Times - October 17

How to make battenberg cake – recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

Step by step, square by square, here’s how to make a perfect version of this old-school teatime favourite. Mark Kermode once claimed that this gaudy, chequerboard cake exists solely in Alan ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

How does WhatsApp make money? It's free - with some tricks

We all use messaging apps such as WhatsApp for free, but what's in it for them?

How to make money on stocks that look ripe for 2024 tax-loss selling

These 20 stocks are being unfairly punished. They’ll likely bounce back in January.

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

How third-party candidates could make a difference in swing states

Third-party candidates will be on the ballot in all of the top battleground states, drawing increased scrutiny over how they could influence the outcome of the presidential election in two weeks. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Chuck Todd: How Harris and Trump are making their closing arguments

Given the tumultuous nature of the Trump era in general and the twists and turns that of the 2024 campaign specifically, it’s hard to believe we are most likely at the end game of this historic ...

Politics - NBC News - October 23

How to make coq au riesling – recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

Tangy, creamy and somehow both refined and rustic at the same time, Alsace’s version of coq au vin is a classic in its own right. This is coq au vin as it’s traditionally prepared in Alsace, ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

How Donald Trump Is Making Big Promises to Big Business

Crypto. Big Oil. Tobacco. Vaping. The former president has been making overt promises to industry leaders, a level of explicitness rarely seen in modern presidential politics.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

How Taxpayers Are Helping Health Insurers Make Even Bigger Profits

Local governments often face extra fees when employees get out-of-network medical care, but some don’t track the insurance charges or even know about them.

Business - The New York Times - October 28

How much money does the President of the United States make?

The U.S. president's salary has remained unchanged since 2001. Here is how much the nation's chief executive earns.

Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago

Do real estate agents have to disclose if someone died in a house? Here's how to find out

Disclosure laws around stigmas will depend on where you are buying a home. If a home's history matters to you in your home purchase, here's what to do.

Business - CNBC - October 21

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