What should I do when a credit card debt collector contacts me

‘You tried to tell yourself I wasn’t real’: what happens when people with acute psychosis meet the voices in their heads?

In avatar therapy, a clinician gives voice to their patients’ inner demons. For some of the participants in a new trial, the results have been astounding. In the summer of 2019, when Joe was 21, he ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Can I get a HELOC with a 580 credit score?

Tapping into your home equity with a poor credit score could be tough— but it may not be impossible. Here's why.

Barclays to Replace Goldman Sachs as Issuer of GM Credit Cards

The deal aims to expand Barclays’s consumer ambitions in the U.S. while getting Goldman closer to exiting consumer lending.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

Goldman and Apple fined $89mn over US credit card programme

Consumer regulator says companies ‘illegally sidestepped’ obligations in latest setback for struggling partnership

Business - Financial Times - October 23

How far will credit card interest rates fall in November?

There may be another Fed rate cut on the horizon in November. Here's how it could impact credit card rates.

Credit card interest rates are surging: How to lower yours now

The average card rate now surpasses 23%, a record high. Luckily, there are rate-reducing strategies that can help.

How Fed Rates Influence Credit Cards, Loans, Savings and More

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate moves influence car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Behind on your credit card bills this November? 3 options to consider

Missing credit card payments can have serious consequences, but there are ways to get your finances back on track.

‘It’s a very ugly American trait’: I cried foul when basic-economy passengers grabbed premium-economy seats. The airline has finally shown me respect.

“That woman and her mother were selfish and self-interested, and believed that they were entitled to get those seats.”

Business - MarketWatch - 22 hours ago

Consumer credit posts small increase as Americans cut back on credit-card purchases

The amount of credit U.S. consumers used in September rose a scant 1.4%, but the increase was tied mostly to student loan as Americans scale back on borrowing.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

RFK Jr. to supporters: 'Do not vote for me'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a final election-eve pitch to voters, explicitly telling his supporters “do not vote for me.” Kennedy, an independent who unsuccessfully ran a third-party presidential ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Voters to Elites: Do You See Me Now?

Donald Trump is a monstrous narcissist, but there’s something off about an educated class that looks in the mirror of society and sees only itself.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

KAWS, the Collector, Says, ‘I Don’t Feel Like Anything Is Mine.’

Some collectors treat artworks like poker chips and flip work by young artists. That’s not Brian Donnelly. Now his finds star in a show.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 3

What Trump's campaign credits its success to

President-elect Donald Trump's campaign told reporters about the strategy it says largely contributed to its success. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the details and Aaron Navarro reports on Vice ...

Cop29: what are carbon credits and why are they so controversial?

Once heavily scorned because of fraud and poor outcomes, carbon trading is likely to be high on the agenda in Baku. For the next two weeks, countries will gather on the shores of the Caspian Sea in ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

What’s Love Got to Do With It?

Real life isn’t a shark tank. Business shouldn’t have to be, either.

Business - Inc. - October 25

When should you open a gold IRA?

The best time to open a gold IRA depends on where you are in your investing journey. Here's what to consider.

When do polls open and close on Election Day?

Millions of Americans have voted early, but millions more will vote in person on Election Day 2024. Here's what time the polls open and close in each state.

What should Lebanon’s eurobonds be worth?

Investigating the weirdest bond rally of 2024

World - Financial Times - October 28

'I could see my kneecap was not where it should be'

Cam Roigard suffered a knee injury that threatened to derail his Test career before it had properly started. But he is back - quicker and stronger than ever.

Ask Ugly: I was prescribed medicine for a zit. Should I take it?

Acne medication can be effective. But watch out for ‘beauty culture masquerading as health’, writes Jessica DeFino. Hey Ugly, . I went to a dermatologist for the first time about a giant thing on ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

‘Everybody told me not to do it’: can a movie shift a presidential election?

As the US heads to the polls, film-makers and writers of political movies released in election years discuss their intentions and influence. US election 2024: latest news updates US election ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Will UK interest rate cut make mortgages and loans cheaper?

Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.

Mike Tomlin: The failed fake punt is on me, and I'd do it again

The Commanders' first touchdown today was caused by a failed fake punt by the Steelers, but Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said after the game that he would make that call again.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

Do Arsenal have a red card problem - and could it cost them the title?

Just eight games into the Premier League season and Arsenal have already had three players sent off - but just how costly could it be?

2 in 5 U.S. credit card holders have topped out their spending limit

Lower-income earners and older people are more likely to say they've maxed out a card since the Fed starting hiking interest rates.

Nearly 2 in 5 cardholders have maxed out a credit card or come close, report finds

Higher prices and higher interest rates have caused many Americans to use more of their available credit. Gen X is particularly stretched.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Credit card APRs are edging lower after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half point, but not by much.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Referee needs help from players when yellow card gets stuck

Watch as the referee struggles to produce his yellow card when trying to book a player in the Japanese J-League match between Shonan Bellmare and Consadole Sapporo.

FICO and VantageScore are the 'Coke and Pepsi' of credit scoring, says credit expert—what to know about each

Although your VantageScore and FICO credit scores are calculated differently, the key to maintaining healthy scores is the same, according to credit expert.

Business - CNBC - October 31

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