USA

Elon Musk recently urged Americans to have large families, dismissing financial concerns and assuring that costs "will work out," sparking public backlash over his perceived disconnect from the financial struggles faced by average citizens

Andrea Tode Jimenez Oct 25, 2024

A California woman, Jodi Hayes, discovered that 35 strangers were fraudulently added as authorised users to her credit card, each given a $19,000 spending limit, highlighting the growing threat of identity theft and credit card fraud.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Oct 23, 2024

Taylor Swift has sparked online discourse after donating $5 million to relief efforts for Hurricane Helene and Milton. While most agree that $5 million is a hefty sum, some do not see the donation as significant coming from one of the world's wealthiest.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Oct 11, 2024

In post-COVID-19 America, the average food bank visitor has changed from the elderly and disabled to the average working family, struggling to make ends meet. When a well-off woman in her 70s insists she is also entitled to these resources, her concerned daughter takes to Reddit for answers.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Oct 03, 2024

Canada has the highest number of Indian student deaths among all countries, raising concerns about international student safety.

Vinay Patel Sep 03, 2024

Washington State's new home loan program offers up to $150,000 to minority groups only, excluding white applicants, sparking controversy and debate over reverse discrimination.

Callum Conway-Shaw Sep 02, 2024

Wealthy Americans are fleeing gun violence and political issues in the US by investing in London's luxury property market.

Vinay Patel Aug 30, 2024

Social Security benefits can be lost due to various reasons, including incarceration, returning to work, remarriage, or changes in health conditions.

Vinay Patel Aug 29, 2024

Mario, a struggling Mexican immigrant in LA, receives a life-changing surprise from a TikToker, known for giving money away to strangers.

Vinay Patel Aug 29, 2024

Tajani, a nurse, faces financial hardship due to rising living costs and student loan debt, despite earning a six-figure salary.

Vinay Patel Aug 27, 2024

Consumers in the US put their trust in organizations such as the Food and Drug Administration to keep foods, fish, and livestock safe - but to what standards?

Callum Conway-Shaw Aug 24, 2024

Soaring car insurance premiums are squeezing American wallets, forcing many to reconsider if owning a car is still affordable.

Vinay Patel Aug 16, 2024

WeRide has received approval to carry passengers in California, marking a significant step in the robotaxi startup's global autonomous vehicle expansion.

Vinay Patel Aug 14, 2024

Harvest Hosts is looking for a Chief Retirement Officer (CRO) to travel North America and discover the best places for RV vacations.

Vinay Patel Aug 09, 2024

As economic worries grow, Americans increasingly choose better retirement benefits over bigger paychecks, showing a change in what they want from their jobs.

Vinay Patel Aug 09, 2024

US-based small business owners prioritise taxes, regulations, and economic stability in upcoming elections.

Vinay Patel Aug 09, 2024

A Mexican TikTok user has sparked debate by claiming that despite higher salaries, Americans struggle financially due to the exorbitant cost of living.

Vinay Patel Aug 08, 2024

Personal finance company WalletHub has published a shocking study that exposed the US states with the most financially insecure residents.

Danielle Summer Jul 29, 2024

The 25x rule helps estimate retirement savings needed and works with the 4% rule, suggesting a safe withdrawal rate to avoid running out of money over time.

Vinay Patel Jun 24, 2024

Massive botnet infecting millions of computers taken down in international operation. US arrests mastermind behind $5.9B COVID fraud scheme.

Vinay Patel May 31, 2024

A Chinese student studying in the US claims to have maxed out credit cards to resist American imperialism.

Vinay Patel May 31, 2024

US tech firm settles for racist job ad, faces fines and reforms. On the other hand, job seekers face a double whammy: Bias and automation threats.

Vinay Patel May 28, 2024

Most Americans fall short of retirement savings goals. Gen Z starts saving earliest (age 22), hoping to bridge the gap.

Vinay Patel May 23, 2024

Yellen announces US opposition to global wealth tax, despite support from Brazil, France, and others.

Vinay Patel May 22, 2024

The US charges a woman for aiding North Koreans in securing remote IT jobs in the US and funnelling wages back to DPRK, violating US sanctions.

Vinay Patel May 20, 2024

Facing tech tensions, Microsoft offered relocation to hundreds of China-based AI and cloud staff, key players in the US-China tech rivalry.

Vinay Patel May 17, 2024

Cyber gangs trick people into slave labour with fake job ads, forced scams, and beatings. It has become a global issue with thousands trapped.

Vinay Patel Apr 25, 2024

House bans Copilot AI for congressional staff. Lawmakers are cautious about AI use while the government version of Copilot is evaluated for security.

Vinay Patel Apr 03, 2024

TikToker promotes loopholes to claim property ownership by living there for years, but legality varies by location and takes time.

Vinay Patel Mar 22, 2024

Elon Musk's political stance emerged in a recently concluded interview with Don Lemon, leading to the cancellation of their partnership.

Vinay Patel Mar 15, 2024