After decades of decline, rectal cancer is rising in all adult age groups, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. What’s extra notable is how it’s impacting rates in younger people. In the study, published Monday in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, researchers found rectal cancer incidence increased by 1% per … Read more
It’s a tale that many of us know all too well: You snuggle in bed after a long day, but instead of drifting off in the dark, your room is illuminated by your neighbor’s bright outdoor lights seeping through your windows. Outdoor lighting is important. It enhances the safety, aesthetics and functionality of our properties … Read more
In the dirty and very expensive fight to buy storied Hollywood studio Warner Bros., Paramount Skydance came out on top. The deal comes at the end of a fraught bidding war for Warner Bros., HBO, HBO Max and the many cable networks under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella, that originally named Netflix the winner back in … Read more
Car dealers say the U.S. economy is the biggest factor holding back auto sales, according to new data released on March 3 by Cox Automotive. The data shows that 52% of car dealers said the economy is providing a drag on auto sales in the first quarter of 2026, up from 45% in the same … Read more
You’re finally getting used to filling up your tank without wincing. With the national average for a gallon of regular hovering just under the $3 mark recently, your commute hasn’t been this affordable in a while. But if you think those prices are guaranteed to stick around, you aren’t paying attention to the Middle East. … Read more
Finding places to eat that deliver great flavor without stretching your budget makes dining out feel a lot more enjoyable. Restaurants that offer tasty meals at reasonable prices let you savor a night off from cooking, treat the people you care about, or simply enjoy good food while keeping your spending in check. Knowing which … Read more
Oil prices traded higher March 3 as the U.S.-Israel-Iran war widened, setting up steeper prices for some of the items American consumers depend on. Brent crude, which is the global benchmark and the metric most affected by the Middle East conflict, jumped 9% to trade near $85 a barrel Tuesday morning, the highest in about … Read more
Keeping romance meaningful doesn’t require expensive outings or elaborate plans. Simple, affordable moments can strengthen connection just as much, sometimes even more, than big gestures. When couples get creative with how they spend time together, they can nurture closeness, share new experiences, and keep the spark alive while still being mindful of their budget. These … Read more
You’ve been in your job for a few years now, and your salary hasn’t budged. Your thoughts turn to the want ads. Changing jobs for a higher income is a time-honored tradition. Switch jobs too many times, however, and you risk being labeled a job-hopper. With that red flag in mind, we posed a question … Read more
Wealth often grows not just from adopting new habits, but from releasing the old ones that quietly hold people back. As individuals move into a higher level of financial stability, they tend to shed mindsets and routines that no longer fit their goals or support long‑term growth. Letting go of these outdated patterns creates space … Read more