Personal Finance

New Pancreatic Cancer Drug Nearly Doubles Survival

Daraxonrasib extended median survival to 13.2 months vs. 6.7 months with standard chemo, and eligible patients can now access the drug for free through an FDA expanded access program.

Newsom Proposes $100 Million for Disaster Rebuilding Post LA Fires

California's new fund would use interest rate buy-downs and loan guarantees to bridge the gap between insurance payouts and LA wildfire rebuilding costs.

10 Places Where Retirees Enjoy the Best Quality of Life in America (None Are in Florida)

Comfortable climate, lots of activities and many amenities are some common features of these cities.

11 Times Buying New Will Cost You Way More Than It Should

Buying new can be a colossal waste of money. Here are our top examples.

How Asset Titles and Beneficiaries Save Your Heirs From Costly Probate

More than a quarter of Americans with estate plans are carrying stale beneficiary designations that could accidentally hand assets to the wrong person — or trigger a costly probate battle.

Why More Than 130 Texas Cities Can’t Raise Property Taxes in 2026

The Texas AG's office has blocked over 130 cities from raising property taxes after finding they failed financial audit and transparency requirements under a 2025 state law.

Americans Want Cheap Chinese EVs. Here’s Who Is Preventing Them

The average new EV costs $55,211, but Chinese makers sell comparable models starting at $28,000 — and a bipartisan wall in Congress is keeping them out.

Buc-ee’s Rolls Out New Pay-at-the-Pump Policy. Here’s How It Works

Buc-ee's now requires credit and debit card users to pay at the pump — a shift that's raising concerns about pre-authorization holds that can tie up funds for up to 72 hours.

Instant Noodles Recalled Nationwide. See Affected Item

Fly By Jing Creamy Sesame Noodles sold at Whole Foods may contain undisclosed peanuts — check these UPC codes if you have a peanut allergy.

10 Inherited Items Worth More Than You Think, According to a Thrifting Expert

If you're a recent heir, take a breath — and then take stock. These items are worth more than you think.

Report: Inflation Pushes Restaurants to Raise Prices. Here’s How Much

The National Restaurant Association reports menu prices rose 3.6% year over year in April — but the overall pace of increase is the slowest in more than a year.

9 Things You Should Never Pack in a Carry-on Bag

Some of these items are a waste of space, and others are begging for trouble with TSA.
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