Top summer jobs for teens and how much they pay

Teens have various summer job options, from camp counselor to lifeguard, with opportunities to earn significant wages, as employers plan to add 1.3 million jobs for teenagers this season, according to financial experts.

Melinda French Gates to resign from the Gates Foundation

Melinda French Gates announced Monday that she is stepping down from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers

McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.

Planet Fitness hiking new membership prices for first time since 1998

Planet Fitness is raising its membership prices following a period of market testing and weaker financial performance, while also planning to test higher prices for its premium Black Card membership amidst a challenging economic environment.

More Americans to qualify for Social Security under new SNAP rule

The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.

Highest-paying jobs right out of school revealed

A new analysis has revealed the highest-paying jobs right out of school, with several engineering roles making the list.

Mother’s Day 2024: Best deals and freebies to treat mom

Many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies to make your celebration both delicious and economical.

'Winflation': Breaking down higher costs for fans of successful sports teams

"Winflation," a phenomenon where the cost of supporting sports teams rises with their success, is reshaping the fan experience, distancing sports from their working-class origins, and imposing significant financial burdens on enthusiasts globally.

Cinco de Mayo: State-by-state guide to margarita costs

Today's Homeowner reports that the cost of making a homemade margarita in the U.S. varies regionally, with a national average of $2.56 per drink.

Child care now costs more than a mortgage, study finds

Here's the cities that have the most expensive child care and mortgage costs based on a family's household income, according to Zillow.

Here’s how many different grocery stores Americans visit per week, and what they buy

How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.

How often should you go to the grocery store and how much to spend?

Research shows consumers are spending an average of $174 per grocery store visit in 2024, leading to more deliberate and less frequent shopping trips.

Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected

According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year. 

Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen

Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.

81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis

Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.