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Federal Reserve Expected to Raise Interest Rates This Year

The Federal Reserve is likely to raise interest rates at least once this year due to inflation data. This change could impact investors and savers in

Sep 13

Researchers Link Alzheimer's Risk Gene to Brain Cell Shrinkage

Scientists have found that the APOE4 gene, a major risk factor for Alzheimer's, may cause brain cells to shrink years before symptoms appear. This dis

Sep 12

Federal Budget Deficit Hits $2 Trillion in First 11 Months of Fiscal Year 2026

The federal budget deficit has reached $2 trillion in the first 11 months of fiscal year 2026, according to a report by the Congressional Budget Offic

Sep 12

70 Up Concludes Long-Running Documentary Series

The 70 Up documentary concludes a series that began in 1964, following the lives of 14 people for six decades. This final instalment marks the end of

Sep 12

Fed Considers Rate Hike Amid High Inflation

The Federal Reserve may increase interest rates due to ongoing high inflation. New data shows inflation remains elevated, prompting the Fed to conside

UK MPs Reject Assisted Dying Bill

UK lawmakers have rejected a bill that would have allowed assisted dying. The bill's supporters plan to reintroduce the legislation in the future.

CDC Declares Cyclospora Outbreak Over

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has declared the Cyclospora outbreak related to Taylor Farms lettuce over, with the number of recent in

Mortgage Rates Rise to Just Below 7%

Mortgage rates have increased due to persistent inflation. The rates are now just below 7% as the market anticipates a potential Fed rate hike next we

technology50+

ClickFix Attacks Targeting PCs and Macs Reported

ClickFix attacks have been infecting PCs and Macs, taking advantage of simplicity and difficulty in completing tasks. The attacks are reportedly sprea

us50+

Consumer Price Index Rises 3.4% in August

The Consumer Price Index increased 3.4% on an annual basis in August. This rate is unchanged from July and remains above the Federal Reserve's 2% goal

Couple Adjusts Finances After Having Child

Molly and Taylor Haylett changed their financial management after starting a family. They made adjustments to their budget and savings plans, includin

UK MPs to Vote on Assisted Dying Law

MPs in England and Wales will vote on a proposal to legalize assisted dying. The proposal previously received majority support from MPs earlier this y

us50+

18-Month CD Rates for $150,000 Investments

An 18-month CD with a $150,000 investment can generate significant interest. The current interest rates for such CDs are attractive to savers.

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US Home Sales Decline to Slowest Pace in Over a Year

Sales of previously occupied US homes decreased in August due to rising mortgage rates and home prices. The National Association of Realtors reported

Esther Rantzen Unable to Travel to Switzerland for Assisted Dying

Esther Rantzen, a British broadcaster and campaigner, has stated that she is too fragile to travel to Switzerland for assisted dying. She has been liv

politics50+

Homeowners Association Records May Be Available Online

Homeowners association meeting minutes and membership lists are sometimes posted online, potentially exposing personal information. This information c

Sep 10 business50+

Barclays Offers Tiered Savings Interest Rates

Barclays provides savings interest rates that vary based on the account balance. The highest rate is available for accounts with over $250,000.

Fall Vaccine Recommendations and Rollout Announced

Health officials have released evidence-based recommendations for fall vaccines. The rollout for this year's vaccines has also been announced, providi

Dolly Parton Kept Cancer Diagnosis Private

Dolly Parton's sister, Stella Parton, revealed that Dolly kept her cancer diagnosis a secret. According to Stella, Dolly did not want to worry her fan

Sep 10 business50+

Interest on Savings Accounts and CDs is Taxable

The interest earned on savings accounts and CDs is subject to income tax. This tax is calculated based on the individual's regular income tax rate.

Sep 9 us50+

Social Media Platforms' Ad Vetting Processes Vary

Social media users may encounter ads that are not thoroughly vetted, potentially leading to scams. The vetting processes for ads on social media platf

Sep 9

HMRC to Contact One Million People About Pension Tax Relief

HMRC will be contacting approximately one million people, mostly women, about pension tax relief they are owed. The relief is expected to be refunded

Sep 7 us50+

Frank Turek Continues Charlie Kirk’s Mission in New Book

Following the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, Frank Turek has released a new book that aims to carry forward Kirk's work and defend reality.

Sep 6 us50+

Local Residents Protest Overcrowded Beaches in Ibiza

Hundreds of residents blockaded a popular beach in Spain's Ibiza, voicing concerns about mass tourism and its impact on local life.

Sep 6 technology50+

Data Centers: The Unsung Heroes Behind Your Daily Tech

Discover how data centers, often unseen but essential, power your online activities and services.

Study links more than five daily coffees to lower bone density in women 65 and older

Flinders University researchers followed 9,704 women age 65 and older for 10 years and found drinking more than five cups of coffee a day was tied to

Early statin use after type 2 diabetes diagnosis linked to 15% lower dementia risk

A Danish study of 132,585 adults found starting a statin within one year of a type 2 diabetes diagnosis was tied to a 15% lower relative risk of demen

Hormone therapy started between ages 46 and 56 linked to lower dementia risk in UK study

UK Biobank data on 183,450 postmenopausal women linked hormone replacement therapy to about a 10% lower risk of all-cause dementia over 13 years. Star

Chicago reports first West Nile virus death of 2026 after rainy summer

The Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed the city's first two human West Nile cases of 2026, including one death. Officials tied heavy summer

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner arrive in Kyiv after more than three hours with Putin

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Russian President Vladimir Putin for more than three hours in Moscow, then traveled to Kyiv for talks with Preside