Social Security February payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Amazon cuts 16,000 jobs across company in latest round of layoffs
Amazon's latest round of job cuts follow last year's layoffs of thousands of employees. Here's what you need to know.
Amazon's latest round of job cuts follow last year's layoffs of thousands of employees. Here's what you need to know.
Cost of living is rising the most in these US cities
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
Amazon to close physical 'Go' and 'Fresh' grocery stores, expand Whole Foods Market
Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.
Amazon is making a major shift in its grocery business, announcing plans to close its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh brick-and-mortar stores while doubling down on Whole Foods Market and grocery delivery.
2026 tax filing season now open: How to get your refund ASAP
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
The IRS advised setting up direct deposit and filing taxes online would ensure the fastest tax returns.
Carney pushes back on Trump's 100% tariff threat over China trade deals with Canada amid tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariff threat, firmly denying plans for a China free trade deal after a recent diplomatic visit.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing back against President Donald Trump's tariff threat, firmly denying plans for a China free trade deal after a recent diplomatic visit.
Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in these 5 states, judge rules
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting child care and social service funds to five states amid a legal challenge.
Households with 2 kids need to earn over 400K to comfortably afford child care in US
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Raising two kids takes a six-figure salary to comfortably afford child care for two children, new data shows.
Amazon to cut thousands of jobs in sweeping corporate layoffs
Amazon is preparing to lay off thousands of employees in a broad corporate workforce reduction that could begin as early as next week.
Amazon is preparing to lay off thousands of employees in a broad corporate workforce reduction that could begin as early as next week.
Popular alcohol brands could be forced to sell off inventory after bankruptcy setback
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Alcohol giants Stoli Group USA LLC and Kentucky Owl LLC are liquidating their inventory in the U.S. after struggling to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
2026 SNAP benefit amounts for Virginia, Maryland, DC: Here’s how much families can receive
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
SNAP benefit amounts for 2026 vary by household size and income. This article explains the maximum monthly benefits and how payments are calculated.
DC, Maryland and Virginia tax scam warning: How to spot fake IRS contacts and protect yourself
Tax season is a busy time, and it’s also when scammers are most active. Knowing the warning signs of tax scams and how the IRS actually contacts people can help you avoid becoming a victim.
Tax season is a busy time, and it’s also when scammers are most active. Knowing the warning signs of tax scams and how the IRS actually contacts people can help you avoid becoming a victim.
BBB issues warning about scams ahead of tax season: Here's what to know
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
The IRS generally doesn't initiate contact via phone, text or social media to demand immediate payment.
U.S. tariffs mostly paid by American importers and consumers, report suggests
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
New IRS tax deductions: Why your paycheck could be higher
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Are you seeing a different amount than you were expecting in your first paycheck of 2026? Here’s a look at the new IRS tax deductions.
Student loans: Trump administration delays plan to withhold pay for borrowers in default
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
An announcement from the Education Department on Friday said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.
Trump's supporters offer mixed reviews of president in latest poll
A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.
A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.
These jobs will be in highest demand as 2026 job market stays highly competitive
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.
Which states have the most debt collection accounts? New rankings revealed
WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.
WalletHub collected data from the end of 2025 and ranked the states with the most and least debt collection accounts.