Get paid to watch Oscar-nominated films, predict the winners of this year’s awards show
A company is offering movie fanatics an opportunity to make some cash while watching some of the best movies of the year.
U.S. casinos won $66.5B in 2023, their best year ever as gamblers showed no economic fear
America's commercial casinos won $66.5 billion from gamblers in 2023, the industry's best year ever, according to figures released by its national trade association Tuesday.
New student loan forgiveness: $1.2B in debt canceled for these 153,000 borrowers
This student loan forgiveness round is the first under Biden’s new SAVE repayment plan, and comes nearly six months earlier than anticipated.
Skill games crackdown: Philadelphia City council wants to restrict, regulate gambling machines
There’s a new push in Philadelphia to crack down on gambling-style skill games, which are often found at corner stores and gas stations.
Possible restrictions coming to skill games in Philadelphia
Philadelphia City Council is looking for ways to restrict and regulate gambling machines and skill games in local stores.
Poll: Most Americans feel they overpay on their taxes
A majority of U.S. taxpayers feel they pay too much in taxes, with many saying that they receive a poor value in return.
Data corrected: Car insurance rate jump in Philadelphia not as high as previously reported, Bankrate says
Car insurance rates in Philadelphia are not as high as they were previously reported after Bankrate released a statement Tuesday saying it uncovered an inaccuracy in the methodology used to determine auto insurance premiums for Philadelphia in 2023.
Some student loan borrowers are boycotting payments, but the risk is high: survey
Six in 10 student loan borrowers have missed payments since the student loan payment pause ended in October after a 42-month payment and interest accrual pause, a recent Intelligent.com survey said.
Tax refunds: Free calculators, direct deposit, remote work, and everything else you need to know
It’s tax season and Americans across the country are preparing their returns. Here’s what you need to know about checking your refund status, getting your money back quickly, and making sure you don’t miss any important deadlines.
Capital One - Discover merger: What we know and how it impacts you
Capital One's acquisition of Discover for $35.3 billion will have a major impact on consumer and financial services once the deal is finalized. Here's what you need to know.
Capital One to purchase Discover Financial for $35 billion
Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation’s biggest lenders and credit card issuers.
Nike cutting 1,600 jobs to cut costs
Nike is laying off 2% of its corporate workforce as it contends with weaker consumer spending.
Winner of Florida $36M Mega Millions jackpot never claimed it
The luck of a $36 million Mega Millions jackpot winner ran out earlier this week after not claiming their winnings.
Trump civil fraud trial verdict: $364M penalty imposed
The judge ruled against Trump, imposing a $364 million penalty. He also barred Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation for two years.
Mortgage interest rates jumped up this week, along with prices: Freddie Mac
Mortgage interest rates for 30-year mortgages rose to 6.77% this week, up from 6.64% last week.
Gas prices jolted up by 12 cents as Indiana oil refinery remains closed: AAA
A shutdown oil refinery has led to a large increase in gas prices across the country.
US Department of Education supports colleges and students amid FAFSA delays
The U.S. Department of Education is stepping in to support colleges in sending out financial aid awards sooner to students after an inflation fix to the new FAFSA form delayed the timeline.
More student loan forgiveness is on the horizon, as U.S. colleges commit to cost transparency
Over 360 colleges have committed to being more transparent about their costs, while the U.S. Department of Education offers more loan forgiveness.
Homebuyers feel good about where mortgage rates are headed: Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae survey said that homebuyers feel better about mortgage rates but still don't think now is a good time to buy a home.
Tax refunds are smaller so far this year, IRS says
As of Feb. 2, the average tax refund check is about 29% lower than last year.