Fraud had 'significant' role in $163 billion leak from pandemic-era unemployment system
Higher benefits and administrative issues made pandemic-era unemployment programs a rich target for criminals, according to a U.S. Department of Labor report.
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Memorial Day weekend car shopping is looking 'pretty bleak.' Here's what to expect
Special sales among dealerships are minimal to nonexistent amid low inventory, sending many buyers to used-car lots where prices remain elevated.
Vitalik: Designing Principles-based Stablecoins that (may not) collapse
Vitalik Buterin May 25, 2022 The recent LUNA crash, which led to tens of billions of dollars of losses, has led to a storm of criticism...
Employer fertility benefits have a dramatic and startling expansion amid the Great Resignation, experts say
More companies are offering fertility coverage as they focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as attracting and retaining talent.
The Fed will raise interest rates again soon. Make these money moves now
"If your New Year's resolution was to build a household budget, it may need a refresh and a review," said certified financial planner Cathy Schaeffer.
As Biden administration leans toward $10,000 in student loan forgiveness, advocates push back
Advocates expressed anger and disappointment on Friday in response to news that the Biden administration is leaning toward forgiving $10,000 in student loans.
5 years ago, New York made 4 years of college free for residents. Here’s how it's going
New York's Excelsior Scholarship program covers four years of tuition and yet many students who could qualify don't apply.
Changing from a marketplace medical plan to Medicare? Here's what you need to know
Anyone who has health coverage through a marketplace plan needs to switch to Medicare when they reach 65. Here's what to know.
Home prices have surged. Here's how to tap into that equity if you aren't ready to sell
Total housing wealth grew by $8.2 trillion between 2010 and 2020, according to a March report from the National Association of Realtors.
The 'un-retirement' trend could help increase the available pool of workers amid this hot job market, analyses find
There's been a steady increase in the number of people coming out of retirement. Demand for workers is high and Covid-19 health risks are reduced for...
Why it's hard for the Biden administration to figure out how much student debt to forgive
Any announcement on student loan forgiveness by the White House is likely to stir as much celebration as complaints from borrowers. Here's why.
Director of government financial watchdog Rohit Chopra looks for signs of stress as consumers increase debt to deal with inflation
As director of the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Rohit Chopra is keeping a close eye on trouble spots that could cause another financial crisis.
How to beat back rising prices with Memorial Day deals
For consumers struggling with soaring prices, the Memorial Day weekend sales push could be a great time to stock up.
UK Court recognizes NFTs as ‘private property’
CoinTelegraph David Attlee May 15, 2022 At the beginning of May, the British Web3 community celebrated an important legal precedent — the High Court of Justice...
‘Fearless Girl’ creator sells NFTs to cover $3M legal fees
New York Post Jessica Cherner May 23, 2022 The famous “Fearless Girl” statue has been touted as a unique symbol of inspiration for women’s equality. But,...