US job growth slowed drastically in October, hit temporarily by hurricanes and labor strikes, in a final major economic snapshot at the end of a razor-edge presidential election campaign where cost-of-living worries dominated voter concerns. The world’s biggest economy added 12,000 jobs last month, far below expectations and down from a revised 223,000 in September, … Read more
Jodi Hayes, a Walnut Creek, California resident, was horrified to discover that 35 strangers had been fraudulently added as authorised users to her Chase credit card, each given the capability to charge up to $19,000. What started as a relaxing holiday on a cruise ship quickly became a financial nightmare, highlighting the increasing dangers of … Read more
Hiring in the United States picked up significantly more than expected in September while the jobless rate crept lower, according to government data released Friday, offering relief to policymakers ahead of November’s election. The world’s biggest economy added 254,000 jobs last month, the Department of Labor said. This was markedly higher than August’s 159,000 number, … Read more
The New Jersey Lottery has been waiting for the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot winner to claim the prize since March. The unclaimed ticket, which has a cash value of over $537 million, was sold in Neptune Township of Monmouth County, New Jersey. Lottery officials are urging all players to check their tickets for the … Read more
Social Security checks for October will be issued soon and could be hundreds of dollars bigger for some recipients. Checks are generally issued starting on the second Wednesday of each month, depending on your birthday. Those born in the first ten days of a month will receive this month’s Social Security checks on October 9. … Read more
A seagull walks in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, U.S., September 20, 2024. | Photo Credit: PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW U.S. congressional leaders announced a deal on Sunday (September 22, 2024) to extend funding for the federal government until mid-December, averting a contentious shutdown just weeks ahead of the election. Government funding … Read more
An August YouGov survey of over 1,500 US adults revealed that inflation and elevated prices were the most pressing issues for voters. Many were also concerned about the weakness in the US jobs markets and the overall economy. US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are trying to win voters by focusing … Read more
Financial services firm Empower’s March survey of 2,204 US adults revealed that the definition of wealth and happiness is rapidly shifting from earning money to valuing time. Around 63% of the survey respondents would feel wealthy if they got sufficient time with friends and family, and nearly 40% believe saving time is more important than … Read more
President Trump has prioritised civil servant job protections since taking office. AFP News US President Joe Biden announced an average pay raise of 2% for federal civilian employees, effective January 1, 2025. Meanwhile, across-the-board pay is set to grow by 1.7% for all federal workers. The Biden Administration also announced locality-based average pay hikes of … Read more
KEY POINTS A growing number of Americans are considering delaying their retirement plans and working longer than planned The uncertain economic landscape has many Americans reconsidering whether retirement is a realistic goal Average life expectancy is also increasing rapidly A recent survey has revealed a startling reality for American workers: the prospect of retirement is … Read more
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