Here's how families plan to use their Child Tax Credit money
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President Biden marks first Child Tax Credit checks
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An 18-year-old will fly to space with Jeff Bezos next week
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U.S. sues Amazon to force recall of dangerous products
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Electricity regulation might slow EV infrastructure
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GM tells Bolt owners to park outside because of fire risk
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Here's how families plan to use their Child Tax Credit money
It was a choice between "back-to-school stuff or food" before the first government check arrived, one mom said.
Facebook says Iranian hackers targeted U.S. military personnel
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An 18-year-old will fly to space with Jeff Bezos next week
The first paying customer to fly on board a Blue Origin rocket is a teenage physics student.
Johnson & Johnson recalls sunscreens due to traces of carcinogen
The health care giant is investigating how the chemical, which can cause cancer with repeated exposure, got into the products.
Some detained in Haitian president's killing had U.S. military training
The Pentagon released a statement Thursday saying a "small number" of Colombians detained in the investigation had some U.S. military training.
Schumer says Senate will act on bipartisan infrastructure bill next week
The Senate may vote to advance a vehicle for the bill next week, even if the legislative text is not finalized.
Electricity regulation might slow EV infrastructure
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Britney Spears posts celebration after court hearing
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One entrepreneurial path for Black Americans? The sneaker business
A new program from two entrepreneurs in Atlanta aims to entice Black Americans to become owners of shoe retailers.
The gardener by the Bay
Katie Delwiche's San Francisco gardening business is focused on growth — of her plants and in her clients' lives.
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Consumers with credit card debt are willing to pile on even more during the holidays — that's a mistake, one expert says.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
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A "wobble" in the moon's orbit may lead to record floods on Earth
A wobble in the moon's orbit will raise high tides even higher, exacerbating the devastating effects of sea-level rise.
Bukayo Saka says he won't let negativity "break" him after racist abuse
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U.K. police make arrests over racist abuse of Black soccer stars
"If we identify that you are behind this crime, we will track you down and you will face the serious consequences of your shameful actions," police said.
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Dogecoin inventor: Cryptos are for the "desperate" and "naive"
Jackson Palmer blasts digital currencies as "inherently right-wing, hyper-capitalistic technology."
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U.S. sues Amazon to force recall of dangerous products
Consumer Product Safety Commission wants e-commerce giant to accept responsibility for removing unsafe merchandise.
Climate proposals in Democrats' budget deal "disturbing": Manchin
The proposal needs support from all 50 Senate Democrats to pass.
Bail revoked for Capitol rioter accused of leaving obscene voicemail
The probation officer said one voicemail referenced "the size of [the suspect's] genitalia and the performance of his genitalia."
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What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
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U.S. sues Amazon to force recall of dangerous products
Consumer Product Safety Commission wants e-commerce giant to accept responsibility for removing unsafe merchandise.
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Schumer says Senate will act on bipartisan infrastructure bill next week
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Some detained in Haitian president's killing had U.S. military training
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Britney Spears approved to hire her own lawyer, judge rules
Mathew Rosengart, a former federal prosecutor, will represent the pop star going forward.
Britney Spears posts celebration after court hearing
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Britney Spears' conservatorship court battle
A judge has ruled that pop star Britney Spears can choose her own attorney as she fights her father's conservatorship of her financial affairs. She broke down in court, accusing her father of conservatorship abuse. Jamie Yuccas has the details.
Britney Spears battles to end conservatorship
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Dogecoin inventor: Cryptos are for the "desperate" and "naive"
Jackson Palmer blasts digital currencies as "inherently right-wing, hyper-capitalistic technology."
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Facebook says Iranian hackers targeted U.S. military personnel
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GM tells Bolt owners to park outside because of fire risk
Automaker says it's investigating after two older models of its flagship electric car burst into flames.
On Twitter, bad news spreads faster than good
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Climate change is shrinking Italy's iconic Lake Como, and fast
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CVS pulls two sunscreen products after carcinogen is found
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You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
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Johnson & Johnson recalls sunscreens due to traces of carcinogen
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Here's what we know about possible COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
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Hospital admits transplanting kidney to wrong patient
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Here's how families plan to use their Child Tax Credit money
It was a choice between "back-to-school stuff or food" before the first government check arrived, one mom said.
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Extreme weather linked to global warming poses a serious risk to people's 401(k) and other retirement plans, experts warn.
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The IRS is sending payments of up to $300 per child as part of the government's efforts to "supersize" stimulus aid.
President Biden marks first Child Tax Credit checks
Democrats push for payments to extend beyond 2021 as the first checks are set to hit bank accounts July 15
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White House launches task force to tackle ransomware cybercrime
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Mom arrested weeks after 2 girls found dead in Florida canal
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Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
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New jobless claims fall to a pandemic-era low
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Texas man searching for job shares his story
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