Health cost surge makes parental paid leave benefits a target for cuts
As healthcare costs soar, it’s not only individual Americans feeling the financial pain and looking to make trade-offs.…
Legislative action could increase U.S. retirement wealth up to 77%, research finds
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to create a new way to save for retirement for workers who don’t…
AI is exposing cracks in India’s growth story as it hits high-paying IT jobs
Hello, this is Priyanka Salve, writing to you from Singapore. Welcome to the latest edition of “Inside India” — your…
Early retirement happens more often than expected — how to plan for it
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Social Security earnings test can reduce benefits for retirees who work
If you receive Social Security retirement benefits and are still working, you may see your monthly payments reduced,…
Microsoft plans first voluntary retirement program for US employees
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Fed Governor Waller says Iran war and labor market risks are keeping central bank on hold
Christopher Waller, governor of the US Federal Reserve, speaks during the C. Peter McColough Series on International Economics…
Stop making this ‘off-putting’ mistake when you talk to people: Psychologist
People love their AI companions. And they’re increasingly relying on AI to navigate the hardest parts of human…
About half of Americans say their incomes can’t keep up with prices
Prices are rising for many Americans, with 65% of consumers saying the increases are outpacing their income, according…
Fed officials still foresee rate cut this year, despite war impacts, minutes show
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks during a press conference following the Federal Open Markets Committee meeting at…
AI layoffs hit U.S. but not China jobs — yet
College students look for employment opportunities at the Large-scale Recruitment Fair for Science and Engineering Universities on March…
Women step to the fore in snake rescues
FOR most people, even catching sight of a snake is enough to send shivers down the spine. But…