College is an investment, but unlike a stock portfolio, your education doesn’t always come with a clear view of the future return. Whether you’re thinking about a four-year degree or are already considering career shifts, it’s essential to focus on long-term financial payoff, not just passion. After all, while following your passion is great, passion…
At Wendy’s, are you craving something unique and sweet? Prepare to try some new treats that will likely change up your typical order. Wendy’s is well-known for its square hamburgers, robust chili, and the famous Frosty dessert. The fast-food chain thinks it’s time for a change, even though some might question why anyone would alter…
During a massive crackdown on child exploitation crimes throughout Southern California, authorities detained 265 suspects. The Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles Regional ICAC Task Force, which is made up of five counties—Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, and Ventura—led the initiative, which was called “Operation Spring Cleaning.” The goal of the…
Nebraska is the first state in the nation to be approved by the federal government to prohibit the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, formerly known as food stamps, to purchase sodas and energy drinks. US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the decision, calling it “a historic step to Make America Healthy…
Retirement often gets painted as a time of loss—losing the routine of work, losing the paycheck, and losing the structure of daily life. But what if we looked at it differently? Retirement can be a time of gain—a chance to embrace freedom, time, and opportunities you didn’t have before. The trick is in the planning….
One of the most infamous and utterly perplexing regulations in Social Security history has been officially repealed by Congress, marking a rare victory for retirees and common sense. Since the Social Security Fairness Act was passed, the Government Pension Offset (GPO) has been eliminated as of January 2024. Teachers, police officers, and public employees were…
According to court documents, an Indiana father who called 911 and reported that his daughter was dead “after falling down the stairs” is now facing murder charges after police found that he had allegedly choked and abused the 5-year-old during a fight with his ex-girlfriend, saying, “She drove him to do this.” Zachary Arnold, 41,…
In 2023, Florida became the first state to enact legislation restricting cellphone use in classrooms. Two years later, half of all states have passed legislation, and more are expected to do so shortly. There is widespread agreement that phones are harmful to children, as evidenced by the bills that have rushed through legislatures this year…
The deadline for filing the 2024 tax returns was set by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at April 15. Nonetheless, it’s possible that some taxpayers were given more time to pay, file, or both. Generally speaking, the Agency has 21 days to issue tax refunds to qualified taxpayers. Payments can occasionally arrive sooner than that….
According to a report this week by various American media, millions of Americans who depend on Social Security may have some of their monthly benefits taken away beginning in June if they don’t make their student loan payments. Official data indicates that people who owe money to the federal government are impacted by this process….
