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SCE Labor Market Survey
Provides information on consumers’ experiences and expectations regarding the labor market
US drug shortages reach record high with 323 meds now in short supply
The shortages affect everything from generic cancer drugs to ADHD medication.
Pyrite, also known as fool's gold, may contain valuable lithium, a key element for green energy
The technology revolution and development of new renewable energy resources is driving demand for lithium to new heights, but it is not a common mineral. Scientists say they have found lithium in an unexpected place; fool's gold, or pyrite, deposits.
The 5-hour rule: How to turn a wasted day into a successful one
From Benjamin Franklin to Elon Musk, the most successful people in the world share one thing: they allocate time in the day to learning.
UAW hopes the dominos start to fall across the South
The union hopes to take its pitch to employees at 13 car manufacturers across the US.
Kroger, Albertsons — still hoping to merge — agree to sell more stores to satisfy regulators
Supermarket chains Kroger and Albertsons say they will sell more of their stores in an effort to quell the federal government’s concerns about their proposed merger.
Subscription hopping is the new channel surfing
The number of “serial churners,” or cost-savvy customers who hop between streaming services, is on the rise.
Taxes Are Worse than You Thought
We are quickly approaching the deadline for filing (and paying) our federal and state income taxes, and that means it’s time for an annual post to help put things in perspective. Let's start with some historical perspective: when income tax began in 1913, the maximum marginal income was only 7% on incomes above what would be more than $12 million in today's dollars.
South Korea’s green plates put luxury cars in the red
The government required expensive company cars to have green license plates.
FAFSA fiasco leaves Michigan students, families in ‘anxiety inducing’ limbo | Bridge Michigan
Federal aid application woes mean Michigan families are contemplating college decisions without crucial information: How much it will cost.
Americans think they pay too much in taxes. Here's who pays the most and least to the IRS.
The U.S. tax system is designed to be progressive, with rich people paying a larger share of their income to the IRS. Here's what to know.
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These high school students are helping 5th graders learn about personal finance
April is Financial Literacy Month, and starting with 9th graders in 2024, a half-credit personal finance course is required for high school graduation in Michigan.
Wendy's is giving away free French fries every Friday for the rest of the year
Wendy's is giving away a free order of fries every Friday for the rest of the year starting April 19, the company announced Wednesday.
The Real Reason New Tolls Are Popping Up Everywhere
What’s behind this rise of tolled roads, and are they just making driving more expensive, or can they make it better?Subscribe to Morning BrewSign up for fre...
Biden wants to triple China tariffs on steel, aluminum imports
President Joe Biden will call on the U.S. Trade Representative to triple the China tariff rate on steel and aluminum imports.
Tesla asks shareholders to vote again on Musk's $56 billion payout
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package will go to another shareholder vote in June, after a Delaware court voided it as excessive.
The psychology behind investing | BlackRock
Behavioural finance studies the role our emotions can play in investment decisions, and can help us better manage those decisions.
Behavioral Finance
Behavioral finance is the study of the influence of psychology on the behavior of investors or financial practitioners.
Can Monkeys Help You Conquer the Stock Market?
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Stop! Before you make a big gamble on the stock market, see how millions of years of evolution affect humans’ ability to make sound financial decisions. A neuroscientist studying monkeys explains why money makes the world go ‘round and, more importantly, why it sometimes makes us do irrational things. Understand the science behind stock market bubbles so you never get trapped on the wrong side of one. This is Your Brain on Money.
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The Secret Science Behind Saving Money for Retirement
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Your brain is biased. Over millions of years of evolution, it’s been programmed to prioritize the present over the future, so when we try to save money, it feels like we’re depriving ourselves of joy. Why save for 10 years from now when there’s so much to do right now? Neuroscientist Alex Korb explains how our brain circuits focused on thinking, habits, and rewards interact to impact our financial decisions. But even though we favor short-term indulgences over our long-term best interests, research suggests it’s possible to undo this harmful pattern with one simple thing: a vivid imagination. Learn more about how you can rewire your brain and change your behavior to live the life you’ve always wanted. This is Your Brain on Money.
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Michigan’s plan to boost FAFSA: Free pizza for college aid applications | Bridge Michigan
With federal aid applications lagging amid a botched federal rollout, Michigan leaders are hoping free pizza might be a motivator for high school students considering college.
How long between a job interview and receiving an offer? - Blog
Question of the Day for your personal finance classroom: What is the average amount of time between a job interview and receiving an offer?
Government Spending Explorer | USAspending
Spending Explorer lets you explore the federal spending landscape through the lens of three accounting categories: Budget Function (spending purpose), Agency (spending source), and Object Class (purchased item or service).
Exclusive | Spotify Plans New Remixing Tools for the TikTok Generation
The audio streamer is developing tools that would make it easier for fans to create custom versions of their favorite music.
Lunchables aren’t safe for kids, says new report
Consumer Reports is strongly recommending that the USDA remove Lunchables from the National School Lunch Program due to high lead levels.
A history of the American economy through stadium names
Which industries dominate arena sponsorships reveal larger economic trends era by era...
The upcoming bitcoin halving is different from others before it. Here’s what investors need to know
With the advent of ETFs, this cycle could be the one where bitcoin's trend of diminishing post-halving returns reverses.