Pete Hegseth Challenges Senator Mark Kelly in Upcoming Election
Your Rights and the Military: What You Need to Know About Speaking Up A high-ranking official is taking action against a Senator who advised military members on their rights. This involves a debate about whether military personnel can refuse orders they believe are unlawful. It highlights the importance of understanding your rights, even in unexpected […]
The best credit cards for January 2026: See our picks for the top cash-back, rewards, travel cards, and more
Annual fee $0 Welcome offer Limited-time offer: Earn a $300 bonus after you spend $500 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening Introductory Purchases APR 0% Intro APR on Purchases for 15 months Ongoing Purchases APR 18.49% – 27.99% Variable Introductory Balance Transfer APR 0% Intro APR on Balance Transfers for 15 […]
Best credit card sign-up bonuses and welcome offers for January 2026 — Enjoy boosted first-year credit card rewards
Rewards rate Enjoy 5% cash back on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠ 3% cash back on drugstore purchases and dining at restaurants (includes takeout and eligible delivery service) 1.5% on all other purchases Why we like it: The Chase Freedom Unlimited is a heavy-hitter rewards earner and has a generous intro APR, all with no […]
Trump accounts explained: How they work, who qualifies
President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act ushered in many tax changes, including a new saving and investing vehicle for families known as Trump accounts. As trumpeted in a White House press release in August,Trump accounts are intended to “give the next generation a jumpstart on saving.” In layman’s terms, they function as a type […]
11 savings accounts with interest rates of 4% APY and higher (updated weekly)
Today, the national average interest rate for savings accounts is just 0.39%, according to the FDIC. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck earning a low rate on your savings. Many banks and credit unions offer high-yield savings accounts with an annual percentage yield (APY) of 4% or more, allowing you to maximize your savings potential […]
Donald Trump Is Drunk on War
Politics / January 5, 2026 The Venezuelan coup opens the gates to a new era of imperial plunder. Donald Trump started 2026 with a coup and a kidnapping, using the American military to abduct Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Celia Flores. Trump’s violation of Venezuelan sovereignty is a crime against both the American […]
When will mortgage rates go down? The outlook heading into 2026.
Mortgage rates may have decreased only slightly last week, but the decline marks a significant moment: The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has dropped to its lowest point in 2025. The national average 30-year rate is now 6.15%, according to Freddie Mac. So, what does this mean for the upcoming 2026 housing market? Will mortgage rates […]
Top 4 Money Market Accounts: 4% APY & Higher (Weekly Rates)
Looking for the security and interest-earning power of a savings account with the perks of a checking account? A money market account (MMA) may be the right choice for you. In many cases, MMAs come with a debit card and/or checks, making it easy to access your funds when needed. Plus, your balance earns interest. […]
What Justice on a Burning Planet?
On December 19, Haymarket Books and Verso Books cosponsored a conversation about the left and the climate emergency, hosted by The Nation’s climate-justice correspondent, Wen Stephenson. In his introductory remarks, Stephenson drew on his recent Nation essay in which he quoted the “State of the Climate Report” for 2025, and made the following observation: Joining […]
Moms Care, Social Security Threat: Is It Legal?
Could Your Future Care Costs Drain Your Savings? Here’s How to Protect It. Coffee Break Summary: Most people will need some form of long-term care as they get older, and it can be very expensive. Paying for this care can be tricky, especially if insurance doesn’t cover it, and it might mean using your savings […]