Gas prices on downward slide, further price drops likely: AAA

A downward trend in national gas prices persists ahead of holiday travel. Tepid demand and a low cost for oil are bringing drivers relief at the pump, according to AAA.

Fed decides no interest rate bump in December, indicates cuts ahead

The Federal Reserve announced a third interest rate pause during its December meeting on Wednesday, still leaving the federal funds rate at a 22-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.

12 percent of retired Americans plan to return to the workforce in 2024: survey

Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.

Author James Patterson gives $500 bonuses to hundreds of independent bookstore employees

James Patterson, one of the world’s most popular and prolific writers, has given millions of dollars to booksellers, librarians and teachers over the years. "Booksellers save lives," he said.

Philadelphia leaders look to increase wages, add businesses to grow city’s economy in 2024

From bringing back businesses to tackling the lack of minority homeowners, Philadelphia City Councilmembers met Tuesday to discuss the economic growth and projections for the city ahead 2024.

Here's who may qualify for $10,000 in student debt relief under Biden's new forgiveness plan

The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.

These world tours brought in the most money in 2023, according to Pollstar

You may be able to guess Taylor Swift and Beyoncé with their headline-dominating concert tours this year, but three others rounded out the top five highest-grossing world tours of 2023.

Gas prices dip lower, an early present for travelers this holiday season: AAA

The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.

MacKenzie Scott reveals groups that got some of her $2.1 billion in gifts in 2023

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $2.1 billion in donations since November 2022, she said in an online post, bringing her total reported giving to more than $16 billion since 2019.

Homebuying demand dries up even as mortgage rates drop: Freddie Mac

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending Dec. 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Biden admin approves $5 billion more in student loan relief: See who qualifies

The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.

Which states spend the most money on lottery tickets?

Data collected by LendingTree shows almost all states, with the exception of New York, saw an increase in lottery sales between 2020 and 2021.

Bitcoin price surpasses $41,000, 1st time since April 2022

Bitcoin is once again having a moment. On Monday, the world’s largest cryptocurrency soared past $41,000 for the first time in over a year and a half — and marking a 150% rise so far this year.

IRS move could carry hefty cost for some taxpayers

The IRS is raising the interest penalty for underpayment of estimated taxes, with taxpayers who are self-employed or work as independent contractors urged to be vigilant.