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Leo Bruce and his parents at a baseball game in 2004.

Life 19m ago

Two strangers bought a baby a raffle ticket at a 2004 baseball game. His parents invested the money to pay for college

More than 20 years ago, two strangers gave a baby a winning raffle ticket. Now, he wants to pay it forward.

Older divorced couple argue in a room.

Managing Money 1h ago

She lives on $2,000 a month in Social Security while her multimillionaire ex refuses alimony — lawyers list her options

If your ex isn't paying alimony, you have options to force them to pay you what you’re owed. Lawyers explain the steps you can take to get the money the court says you deserve.

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Investing 3h ago

Bitcoin dropped 2% then rebounded after Trump said he's 'a big crypto guy' — here are experts takes on buying the dip

If you’re in it for the long-term, you can acquire more tokens at a lower average cost during a dip, while short-term trades are riskier.

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News 4h ago

China's 80% grip on tungsten sparks an 8x price surge as the U.S. scrambles for the metal inside every cruise missile

China digs up nearly 80% of the world's mined tungsten — 67,000 of the 85,000 metric tons produced in 2025. And the price has jumped from $331 to nearly $1,900 per metric ton unit.

A photo of a couple traveling in Europe

Life 5h ago

A family swapped their home with strangers instead of booking hotels — and saved over $8,000 on vacation

Unlike traditional vacation rentals, home-exchange platforms like HomeExchange, HostShare, and Kindred connect homeowners willing to stay in each other's homes for free accommodation.

A photo of Magic Kingdom at Disney World

Life 6h ago

Disney World now stops guests at Disney Springs buses, demands proof of reservation to block free resort access

Guests without reservations can no longer park for free at Disney Springs and take free public transportation around Walt Disney World.

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News 6h ago

Walmart offers VIP store tours for World Cup visitors while $95M FIFA sponsors watch from the sidelines

Walmart is having a major moment as soccer fans around the world are visiting the chain and posting about trying American food and products for the first time. Now, the biggest fans can take tours.

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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at a press conference during the 2026 NATO Leaders Summit.

News 7h ago

Bipartisan housing bill becomes law without Trump's signature after he called it 'a big yawn'

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act officially became U.S. law when the clock struck midnight on July 11. Here’s what it means for your homeownership plans.

Senior couple holding up new house key while standing out

News 8h ago

Financial advisors warn against buying a home near retirement — renting beats owning in 27 of 50 largest U.S. metros

Financial experts weigh in on a couple’s plan to keep renting forever, and avoid unexpected maintenance costs that will undoubtedly pop up.

A middle-aged woman with her head on the steering wheel of her car

Loans 9h ago

Average car payment are now $770/month — could a credit union's lower rate save you, or will longer loans cost you more?

Credit unions often beat banks on rates, but they are smaller in size and have stricter membership rules.

Empty infant beds sit gathered in a corner in a quiet maternity ward at rural Madera Community Hospital.

News 10h ago

Can ‘baby busts’ mean economic booms? Why low birth rates and aging populations may not be the disaster we thought

But these demographic changes may have a less-than-positive effect on your Social Security retirement benefit.

Older woman sits with young man, his arm draped over her shoulder. They're smiling.

Life 11h ago

I’m 43 and was set to inherit $400,000 — until my dad had my grandma change her will. Can I demand she change it back?

If you’re set to inherit but you're taken out of the will, it can be really upsetting. But understand your rights and the law before taking action.

Woman smiling in luxury home.

News 11h ago

Luxury buyers don't just want a home — they want a fully furnished one and it's made staging a $4 billion business

Would you pay six figures extra for a home that is completely move-in ready, complete with bespoke design and furnishings?

A couple stands embracing on a grassy lawn in front of a white, suburban home, their backs to the camera.

Investing 12h ago

Real estate is no longer the wealth builder it once was — but is it a bad investment?

Warren Buffett has changed his tune on real estate investing. Here’s how to decide whether you should do the same.

Mark Cuban walks off the floor after a game between the Dallas Mavericks and Detroit Pistons at American Airlines Center on December 18, 2025.

News Jul 10

Mark Cuban files petition against Mavericks, says he was shut out of 104-acre Valley View arena deal

At the heart of the fight is a multibillion-dollar arena development that highlights how sports franchises are increasingly making money beyond gameday.

A photo of women in a floor pilates class

Life Jul 10

64% of Gen Z would rather buy fitness gear than go on a date — and investors are betting billions on the trend

While Wall Street invests in wearable fitness tech, gym memberships are on the rise. Younger generations are even willing to spend more on fitness than dating.