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Ollyy / Shutterstock.comAs the Class of 2026 prepares to graduate, career priorities are shifting. According to new research from Monster, today’s graduates are entering the workforce with ambition but also a growing sense of caution. In a labor market shaped by economic uncertainty and rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI), recent grads are prioritizing job security over rapid advancement or prestige.
insta_photos / Shutterstock.comDeciding how much of your portfolio to put in stocks is the kind of question that can keep you up at night because there’s no obvious answer. In practice, this stock allocation (the percentage of your portfolio in equities instead of bonds and cash) is one of the biggest drivers of your long‑term returns. Rules of thumb and target-date funds try to simplify the process…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersEvery July, Bridget Shirvell and her 7-year-old daughter go on a monthlong international trip together. But the current political climate gave the mother pause about continuing the annual tradition. The writer and environmentalist had booked the trip to Lake District – the United Kingdom’s largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage. The location holds a special place in their hearts as…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersThe first wave of Social Security payments for April is scheduled to be distributed this week, following a normal schedule. Social Security benefits – paid mostly to recipients who are older or retired – are typically scheduled to go out on Wednesdays. On the other hand, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program benefitting those with limited or no income or resources, those aged 65 or…
Gemini / GoogleA beloved burger chain is continuing its steady expansion with four new stores across four states. In-N-Out, which became the subject of a White House snafu last year, has grown beyond its California roots in recent years, opening locations in Colorado, Texas, Idaho, and as far east as Tennessee and Texas. The company also previously announced its intention to open a store in New Mexico by 2027.
Gemini / GoogleFrom mushroom coffees and herbal tinctures to capsules promising calmer moods and sharper focus, adaptogens have moved from niche wellness circles into mainstream conversations. Widely promoted on social media as natural stress fighters, these plant- and fungi-derived compounds are said to help the body “adapt” to physical, emotional and environmental strain. But behind all the buzz…
Gemini / GoogleDrug pricing watchdogs worry President Donald Trump’s plan to assess 100% tariffs on some imported brand name drugs could lighten patients pocketbooks. But that fate is far from certain, given caveats the Trump administration announced as part of a sweeping April 2 order on tariffs for imported brand name pharmaceuticals. Drugmakers that agree to move production to the United States will face…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersOne of the biggest wildcards in retirement is what health care will cost, but many Americans still don’t plan for it. Nearly 8 in 10 (78%) of Americans say they’re concerned about the impact of rising healthcare costs on their retirement, according to a D.A. Davidson survey of more than 1,000 adults in February. Six in 10 Americans also said they know a retiree who’s struggled with healthcare…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersRemember when travel rewards programs actually rewarded you? You collected points, earned status, and got “free” flights. So why does it all feel like a trap now? Somewhere along the way, these schemes stopped rewarding loyalty and started exploiting it. Points quietly got devalued. Elite tiers required ever-higher spending thresholds. “Free” flights started coming with hundreds of dollars in…
Gemini / GoogleEaster is here, and whether you’re looking to do some last-minute shopping or grab a bite to eat, consumers will have plenty of options to choose from on Sunday. Many national retailers, grocery stores and restaurant chains will be open on Easter Sunday, albeit some with reduced hours. A few companies, like Costco, Target, and Macy’s, will be closed. Banks, post offices…