Powerball jackpot hits $674 million: Winning numbers, next drawing date
The Powerball jackpot has grown to an estimated $674 million after no one matched all six numbers during Wednesday night's drawing.
The Powerball jackpot has grown to an estimated $674 million after no one matched all six numbers during Wednesday night's drawing.
Tipping went from ‘un-American’ to unavoidable, economist says; why that could be a good thing
Tipping has grown into such a regular practice when eating out in the United States that many customers take for granted that they will leave one. In fact, an American overseas may have to fight the urge to do so in countries where it is much less common. But that was not always the case. In fact, as a Texas A&M University professor pointed out, the roles used to be reversed.
Tipping has grown into such a regular practice when eating out in the United States that many customers take for granted that they will leave one. In fact, an American overseas may have to fight the urge to do so in countries where it is much less common. But that was not always the case. In fact, as a Texas A&M University professor pointed out, the roles used to be reversed.
Social Security corrects nearly 50 million records in largest SSN cleanup in agency history
The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.
The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.
Amazon to hire more than 300,000 US workers for holiday shopping rush
The jobs include seasonal, part-time and full-time roles across Amazon’s US operations network.
The jobs include seasonal, part-time and full-time roles across Amazon’s US operations network.
Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Sam's Club reveals 2026 Thanksgiving meal: Here's what it will cost
Sam’s Club is ready to help members enjoy a festive Thanksgiving meal at a cost of under $10 a person.
Sam’s Club is ready to help members enjoy a festive Thanksgiving meal at a cost of under $10 a person.
Almost half of Americans fear inflation will spoil their winter travel plans, survey finds
A new survey on winter travel shows 49% of Americans say inflation will ruin their travel plans this winter, according to a new WalletHub survey.
A new survey on winter travel shows 49% of Americans say inflation will ruin their travel plans this winter, according to a new WalletHub survey.
Michael Jordan NBA Finals jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia
A Chicago Bulls jersey worn by Michael Jordan during Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz sold for $14 million, making it the second-largest known cost for a game-worn jersey in sports history.
A Chicago Bulls jersey worn by Michael Jordan during Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz sold for $14 million, making it the second-largest known cost for a game-worn jersey in sports history.
Social Security 2027 COLA increase: How much monthly checks will go up
Social Security recipients, including retirees and those on disability, now know how much larger their monthly payments from the federal government will be next year.
Social Security recipients, including retirees and those on disability, now know how much larger their monthly payments from the federal government will be next year.
Social Security chief Bisignano says program will 'be around for another 90 years'
Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano's reassurance comes as trustees project the main trust fund will be depleted in 2032.
Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano's reassurance comes as trustees project the main trust fund will be depleted in 2032.
Kroger plans to cut 3,000 corporate jobs as grocery giant expands AI use
Kroger is also looking to reduce operating costs and faces pressure to keep prices competitive.
Kroger is also looking to reduce operating costs and faces pressure to keep prices competitive.
Map: Here are the cities that spend the most on groceries, data shows
A WalletHub study finds that household income plays a major role in determining how heavily grocery costs affect residents across major U.S. cities.
A WalletHub study finds that household income plays a major role in determining how heavily grocery costs affect residents across major U.S. cities.
Bank of America fined $1.2B for allegedly violating money laundering, sanction laws, Treasury says
The U.S. Treasury Department said Tuesday that it’s imposing $1.2 billion in fines on Bank of America for allegedly violating anti-money laundering and sanctions laws.
The U.S. Treasury Department said Tuesday that it’s imposing $1.2 billion in fines on Bank of America for allegedly violating anti-money laundering and sanctions laws.
Americans think Trump prioritizes his wealth more than helping US, poll finds
In a recent poll, most Americans believe President Trump is improperly profiting from his presidency and placing his personal financial interest ahead of the country.
In a recent poll, most Americans believe President Trump is improperly profiting from his presidency and placing his personal financial interest ahead of the country.
The 'American Dream' now costs $5.3 million, and your paycheck isn't keeping up
Chasing the "American Dream" now comes with a lifetime price tag of about $5.3 million that is growing faster than the wages of those hoping to achieve it.
Chasing the "American Dream" now comes with a lifetime price tag of about $5.3 million that is growing faster than the wages of those hoping to achieve it.
Oil prices rise amid Trump's plan to buy Russian diesel
Crude oil prices rose on Monday following President Donald Trump’s announcement last week that the United States reached an agreement to purchase Russian diesel imports.
Crude oil prices rose on Monday following President Donald Trump’s announcement last week that the United States reached an agreement to purchase Russian diesel imports.
Social Security COLA announcement could come as soon as Wednesday
Social Security recipients across the United States should soon know how much of an increase they will see in their monthly checks next year.
Social Security recipients across the United States should soon know how much of an increase they will see in their monthly checks next year.
Audit flags $13.7M in unauthorized spending on Hawaii homeless housing
A detailed state audit shows Hawaii’s housing agency steered almost $14 million in improper and questionable expenses to a preferred contractor.
A detailed state audit shows Hawaii’s housing agency steered almost $14 million in improper and questionable expenses to a preferred contractor.
Amazon cuts retail jobs amid one of its biggest shopping days
Amazon latest round of job cuts come after the company eliminated thousands of positions earlier this year.
Amazon latest round of job cuts come after the company eliminated thousands of positions earlier this year.
Students sue Missouri, claiming decades of unequal funding at HBCU
A group of current and former Lincoln University students filed a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging decades of systemic underfunding at the historically Black institution.
A group of current and former Lincoln University students filed a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging decades of systemic underfunding at the historically Black institution.