Author Q&A: Here’s how to navigate the complex world of Medicare

Signing up for Medicare is top of mind for the 4.1 million Americans turning 65 this year — a record number. Medicare is the primary health insurance for 67 million…

Americans say it’s harder to find a job. So why aren’t economists worried yet?

Consumers are feeling the pains of a cooling labor market. On Tuesday, the latest Consumer Confidence Index release showed a narrowing margin between respondents who are finding jobs "plentiful" and…

House-rich consumers are using their homes to help them get out of debt

Cash-strapped Americans are using their homes to pay down debt and keep up with the rising cost of living. Use of home equity lines of credit — a type of…

6 Reasons the Poor Stay Poor and Middle Class Doesn’t Become Wealthy

Every time a paycheck comes in and then seems to immediately go out again between bills and other expenses, it’s easy to be frustrated. You work hard. You try to…

DirecTV and Dish have spent years trying to merge. It might finally happen.

Another big media merger could be on the horizon. Satellite TV providers DirecTV (T, TPG) and Dish Network (SATS) are reportedly in advanced merger talks, according to the Wall Street…

Israel Is Cut by Moody’s Again as War Takes Economic Toll

(Bloomberg) — Israel was downgraded for the second time this year by Moody’s Ratings as the economic costs mount from almost 12 months of fighting in Gaza and an escalating…

A federal judge in Texas will hear arguments over Boeing’s plea deal in a 737 Max case

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A federal judge on Friday ordered a hearing next month over Boeing's agreement to plead guilty to conspiracy in connection with the 737 Max jetliner,…

Replacing Some Ultra-Processed Foods in Your Diet May Significantly Lower Your Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Reducing your intake of ultra-processed food may reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. Researchers found that every 10% increase in the amount of ultra-processed foods in a person’s diet…

Former Acadia Employees Received Reward for Blowing the Whistle on Healthcare Fraud

The United States Department of Justice settled a False Claims Act qui tam whistleblower lawsuit against inpatient behavioral health facilities operator Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. Under the terms of the settlement, the…

Microsoft to launch delayed Recall feature following security controversy

Microsoft (MSFT) is set to finally release its long-delayed Recall feature for Windows 11. The software option, which the company debuted back in May, saves screenshots of virtually everything you…