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12 best high-yield savings accounts with no fees to open now
High-yield savings accounts can offer rates that outpace inflation without extra fees. Here are 12 options to consider.CBS News - Top stories -
Savings account interest forecast for spring 2024: Here's what experts predict
Rates on savings accounts are high now but will they stay elevated in the months to come? Here's what to know.CBS News - Top stories -
How to Take Advantage of the Samsung Free TV Promotion (2024)
If you’re willing to wait until Samsung can ship you one of its upcoming 2024 models, you can get a 65-inch LED TV for free. But this preorder promotion ends April 11.Wired - Tech -
Here’s how much money Americans in their 30s have in their 401(k)s
Americans in their 30s are around halfway to retirement age, but many don't have much saved in their 401(k)s.CNBC - Business -
Here's how to watch RFK Jr.'s VP announcement
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to make an announcement on Tuesday afternoon about his pick for vice president, ending weeks of speculation over his running mate amid his long-shot independent bid. Kennedy is set to make his announcement at 2 ...The Hill - Politics -
How high will the price of gold go? Here's what some experts think
Can the price of gold continue surpassing record highs or is a pull-back ahead? Here's what some experts predict.CBS News - Top stories -
An 'often overlooked' retirement savings option can lower your tax bill, advisor says. Here's how it works
There's still time to lower your 2023 tax bill or boost your refund with a spousal IRA for married couples. Here's who qualifies.CNBC - Business -
Companies are about to waste billions on AI — here’s how not to become one of them
The excitement around AI is real and justified. But with hype cycles come not only sound investment, but also loads of waste.VentureBeat - Tech -
China is trying to connect Southeast Asia by high-speed rail. Here’s how that’s going
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Here’s how high bitcoin has to climb to make sense in a 60/40 portfolio, according to Citi
Is it now time for 55% stocks, 40% bonds and 5% bitcoin in a portfolio?MarketWatch - Business -
'This is a great break': Malnati takes advantage of rule in Valspar win
Malnati got sprinkler-head relief from a nasty lie on his 16th hole and went on to save par, birdie the next hole and win the tournament.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
I’m Inc.’s Emotional Intelligence Columnist. Here’s How I Manage My Emotions, Reduce Anxiety, and Build Stronger Relationships
I've studied and taught emotional intelligence for years. Here's what I learned in the process.Inc. - Business -
Amazon writes its largest venture cheque yet for AI start-up Anthropic
$2.75bn deal is the latest sign of Big Tech’s race to capitalise on the booming sectorFinancial Times - Business - Amazon -
S&P Global Cuts Paramount Credit Rating Into Junk Territory
The ratings company cut Paramount Global to BB-plus from BBB-minus, citing continuing cord cutting and elevated investments required to support the buildout of streaming services.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Less Than 15% of Safaris in Africa Are Black Owned. Here’s How To Support Them
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4 times you should buy a home with interest rates high
Even with mortgage interest rates high, there are some times when it may make sense to buy. Here are four of them.CBS News - Top stories -
‘Lagging’ housing market, high interest rates drag on MillerKnoll’s sales
The furniture maker said that a “lagging” housing market, rising interest rates, and other headwinds contributed to lower sales.MarketWatch - Business -
3 times to buy a home with rates high (and 3 times not to)
It can be tough to decide whether it makes sense to buy a home when mortgage rates are high. Here's what to know.CBS News - Top stories -
Inflation is taking a bite out of retirement savings — but there might be hope in sight
Persistent inflation has eroded Americans’ ability to prepare for their financial futures by causing them to reduce savings, take on debt and withdraw from retirement accounts.MarketWatch - Business -
How do interest rates affect me?
Bank of England interest rates have an impact on the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.BBC News - Top stories -
Winter-like chill Wednesday morning; high pressure takes control
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Nigeria's central bank hikes interest rate to 24.75% as it battles sky-high inflation, currency crisis
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday hiked its key interest rate by 200 basis points, as Africa's largest economy looks to recover from a historic currency crisis and soaring inflation.CNBC - Business -
Cervical cancer rates are climbing among low-income women. Here's why.
Story at a glance Cervical cancer rates, long on the decline, are climbing among low-income women in the United States. Cervical cancer was once the leading cause of death for American women, according to the American Cancer Society. But ...The Hill - Politics -
How do you save the pint from climate change?
Researchers are identifying genes in the hop plant to produce varieties that will be more resilient to climate change.BBC News - Top stories - Climate -
How much money Americans in their 50s have in their 401(k)s
Retirement is in view for Americans in their 50s. However, many have less saved than they may want. A retirement expert's tips to get on track.CNBC - Business -
RFK Jr.’s sister worries he’s taking votes from Biden: 'There’s so much at stake'
The sister of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is worried that her brother will act as an election disrupter and take votes away from President Biden as he mounts an independent bid against him. When asked by CNN’s Erin Burnett about why she believes voting ...The Hill - Politics -
Global inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects youFinancial Times - World -
Home equity loan rate forecast for spring 2024: Here's what experts predict
With a rate cut from the Federal Reserve on the horizon, many are wondering what will happen to home equity rates.CBS News - Top stories -
Medicare Advantage is overbilling Medicare by 22%
If Joe Biden or Donald Trump or anyone else wants to know how to “cut” tens of billions from the Medicare budget without taking a single nickel from seniors, an obscure government body just revealed how.MarketWatch - Business -
How Nicole Shanahan rose through tech and law to RFK Jr.'s ticket
Nicole Shanahan is the VP pick for independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Learn more about the lawyer, philanthropist and entrepreneur.NBC News - Politics -
How has this $25 billion fund beaten the S&P 500? Patience — and preparing for ‘the next big thing’
Tech stocks have been on a wild ride over the past few years, but the Franklin DynaTech Fund has performed very well over long cycles. Here’s how it might get in early on another transformational business cycle.MarketWatch - Business -
How can we save British nightlife from collapse? Look to Germany – and its football | Gilles Peterson
Small venues are the heart of our musical culture. Here’s my two-pronged plan to keep that heart beating. Grassroots venues are the foundation upon which the mighty British music industry has been built, fuelling the phenomenal level of talent ...The Guardian - World -
March Madness 2024: How Gonzaga saved its season to set up Sweet 16 rematch with Purdue in NCAA Tournament
The Zags turned everything around down the stretch to earn a rematch with the Boilermakers on FridayCBS Sports - Sports -
Are You Noise Sensitive? Here's How to Tell
Every person has a different idea of what makes noise “loud,” but there are some things we all can do to turn the volume down a little.Wired - Tech -
Biden should expand Medicare Advantage, not cut it
The Democratic Party should embrace Medicare Advantage, not cut it.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden’s cash advantage over Trump cannot be overlooked
If the Biden campaign can effectively capitalize on that, this race may be much closer than many people think.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden with big advantage over Trump in campaign fundraising
Heading into March, President Biden's campaign had a record $71 million on hand, more than double the $33 million in former President Donald Trump's campaign account. Trump, meanwhile, has been forced to spend nearly $9 million on legal bills so ...CBS News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Ohtani's ex-interpreter said he bet with a bookmaker. Here's what we know about them
The betting scandal has offered a glimpse into the secretive underworld of bookies and raises questions about how they operate. Here's what we know.ESPN - Sports -
Hey, Losers! Here’s How to Bring Baseball’s Very Boring Era to an End.
Without trash talk, baseball has lost more than the occasional dugout brawl and well-timed zinger; it’s lost some of its drama.The New York Times - Top stories -
Google Podcasts Is Going Away. Here's How to Keep Listening to WSJ Podcasts.
The Google Podcasts app is set to stop allowing listeners to hear podcasts after April 2. There are other ways for Android users to continue hearing WSJ podcasts.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Google