Union sues Trump administration for shutting down student loan repayment plans
The American Federation of Teachers is suing the U.S. Department of Education for shutting down access to affordable repayment plans for student loan borrowers.
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Why uncertainty makes the stock market go haywire
Investors have been jittery amid tariffs and other policy. It comes down to fear for corporate profitability and general human behavior, experts said.
iGaming Conference: Gathering for the Future of Online Entertainment
March 18, 2025 Introduction The iGaming industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world, driven by innovation, technology, and changing consumer behavior. As online...
Harvard boosts free-tuition offer, matching other Ivy-Plus schools in 'affordability arms race,' expert says
Increasingly, top colleges are expanding financial aid awards to make higher education more accessible.
Judge orders reinstatement of education grants axed by Trump in DEI sweep
A judge ordered the Trump administration to reinstate education grants it had nixed as part of its work to end DEI initiatives.
Will Competition Reforms Boost Fintech? Inside the Fight
Competition March 18, 2025 A Win for Competition in Canada, But the Fight Isn’t Over It's pretty safe to say that every fintech at one point...
Unlocking Opportunity: Buying Shares in Private Companies
Investing in private companies can offer a unique opportunity to access innovative businesses before they go public. Unlike stocks traded on major exchanges, private shares often...
GPR 2025 Shows Rise of Wallets BNPL and Real-Time Payments
Payments Data March 18, 2025 Worldpay's GPR 2025 Breaks Down the Past, Present, and Future of Consumer Payments Worldpay has dropped their annual 10th Global Payments...
There can be a 'survivor's penalty' after a spouse dies — here’s how to avoid it
After your spouse dies, you could face a surprise higher tax bill, financial experts say. But it's possible to prepare with advanced planning.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink: Blending public and private markets is a 'great investment' for retirement
Major asset managers and plan providers want to increase the share of private assets in the $12.5 trillion workplace retirement plan market.
With Social Security Administration under temporary leadership, some experts worry what that means for benefits
Some experts worry new changes at the Social Security Administration may make it more difficult to access the agency's benefits and services.
Wholesale egg prices have 'plunged,' analyst says — shoppers may soon see some relief
Prices in the wholesale egg market have fallen more than 40% since late February. It may take a few weeks for retail prices to catch up.
Here's how to maximize your college financial aid offer — experts break it down
For most students and their families, financial aid is the most important factor in their decisions about college.
How Technology is Modernizing Safety in Canadian Industries
March 17, 2025 Canada’s industrial sector is evolving rapidly, with technology playing a crucial role in modernizing workplace safety. From artificial intelligence (AI) to wearable safety...
How to manage your student loan payments after a layoff
Student loan borrowers who are unemployed have a number of relief options available to them, despite current challenges to the system.