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Former British colonies owe ‘debt of gratitude’, says Robert Jenrick
Tory leadership candidate wades into reparations debate, arguing empire brought democratic institutions. UK politics live – latest updates Britain’s former colonies should be thankful for the ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
S&P downgrades Thames Water debt further into ‘junk’ territory
Decision comes after troubled UK utility reached tentative deal on £3bn of emergency financingBusiness - Financial Times - October 29 -
They're middle class and insured, yet childbirth left them with crippling debt
Some middle-class families with private insurance face a risk of medical debt after childbirth. The group has been left behind by recent health care reforms.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
How long can delinquent credit card debt be collected?
The timeline for collecting late credit card debt may surprise you. Here's how long debt collectors can pursue it.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
How to have your credit card debt forgiven this November
Need to have your credit card debt forgiven? There are a few ways to pursue this type of debt relief now.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Poor nations are choking on debt — we must grasp the solutions
Political instability and meagre investment hobble large parts of the worldBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
3 important credit card debt relief moves to make this November
Dealing with credit card debt issues? You may want to take these steps toward debt relief this month.Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
7 credit card fees that increase the cost of your debt
Interest charges aren't the only things that can cause your credit card debt to balloon. These fees can, too.Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
Can a 10-year-old credit card debt still be collected?
It's common for debt collectors to pursue old debts, but do you still owe the money? Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Southern Water at risk of debt default in event of further credit downgrades
Bond issue documentation shows UK utility under pressure over high financing costsBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
US cancels $1.1bn of Somalia’s debt in ‘historic’ financial agreement
Commitment by Mogadishu’s largest single lender is latest in series of deals to forgive ‘unsustainable’ $4.5bn debt. Somalia has announced that more than $1.1bn (£860m) of outstanding loans will be ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Can a 7-year-old credit card debt still be collected?
Credit card debt this old could still be collected on — but only in certain circumstances. Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
What happens when a credit card charge-off is sold to a debt collector?
Has your charged-off debt been sold to a debt collector? Here's what you can expect to happen next.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Should I pay credit card debt that has been written off?
Paying off written-off debt may seem counterintuitive, but it can make sense in certain cases. Here's why.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
What will happen to the U.S. dollar, deficit and debt under Trump? Watch gold.
Gold’s performance may offer hints on what will happen to the U.S. dollar, and how the U.S. deficit and debt story will play out, as incoming U.S. President Donald Trump takes office, analysts say.Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
China Moves to Ease Debt Concerns---but Again Holds Off on Stimulus Measures
Investors’ hopes for large-scale support for the economy were dashed after an anticipatory stock-market surge in recent weeks.World - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago -
China unveils 10tn yuan support for debt-stricken local government
Cash stops short of hoped-for ‘bazooka option’, with critics calling it ‘an accounting exercise’ that will not bolster growth. China has announced 10tn yuan in debt support for local governments ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Here's how your credit card debt can become uncollectible
If you're behind on your payments or are curious about your rights regarding old debt, here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
How to get rid of credit card debt without ruining your credit
You don't have to sacrifice your credit score to get rid of credit card debt. There are lots of routes to consider.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
Credit card debt among retirees jumps — 'It's alarming,' researcher says
There's been a significant increase in the share of retirees with credit card debt since 2022, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
Here's how to qualify for credit card debt forgiveness before 2025
Debt forgiveness could help you save money on what you owe, but you'll need to meet some requirements to enroll.Top stories - CBS News - 6 hours ago -
Jack Draper, I’m coming for you: how I became British tennis’s No 5,936 | Tom Garry
A decision to return to recreational tennis brought me a couple of wins, a couple of losses – and an actual official ranking. The moment when a lad half my age sent his second consecutive ace ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
I’m 50 and have $250,000 in four retirement accounts. Should I consolidate them — and, if so, how?
“What is the best plan for the three accounts that are just sitting there?”Business - MarketWatch - October 18 -
I’m one of the few doctors providing abortions in Arizona. This could be the issue that turns our state blue | Gabrielle Goodrick
Our state was a Republican stronghold, but the party’s assault on reproductive rights is making many voters think twice. We speak to voters in the states that will decide the US election about the ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
I’m in my 30s, and my lack of close friends is making me sad | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
It might be that you are looking for an idyll that doesn’t exist and rejecting real – though perhaps at times messy – relationships. Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses a problem sent in by a ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
'I’m no longer the best coach to lead this program in this current environment': Tony Bennett says tearful goodbye to Virginia
In a tearful press conference, Tony Bennett said the changing landscape of college basketball played a part in his sudden retirement.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18 -
I’m 33 and my husband is 77 – this is why I only sleep with older men
Men in my situation have to come out twice: first as gay, then as someone who is attracted to senior citizens. You can usually tell a person’s age by the state of their hands. I stared at the pair ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Lizzo blasts Trump’s Detroit swipe at Harris rally: ‘I’m proud to be from this city’
Lizzo, famed singer-songwriter, joined Vice President Harris in Detroit for a Saturday rally where she highlighted her love for the city and jabbed at former President Trump's negative comments ...Politics - The Hill - October 19