Chorley Building Society has launched a new cash ISA paying a “top rate” of 4.8 percent for one year. ISAs are becoming increasingly popular amongst Britons as an effective tax wrapper while personal savings allowances remain frozen and interest rates rise. With an ISA, people can save up to £20,000 a …
Read More »Elon Musk shares viral video of him hip-firing a Barrett .50-caliber sniper rifle: ‘Liberal trigger post’
Elon Musk shared slow-motion footage of him shooting a Barrett .50 caliber assault rifle. (Elon Musk via X) Billionaire Elon Musk showcased his shooting skills as he “hip-fired” a sniper rifle in a viral social media post. On Saturday, Musk uploaded a slow motion video of him firing the gun …
Read More »Triple lock warning as state pension payments fall behind average earnings | Personal Finance | Finance
State pension payments have failed to keep up with the growth in average earnings despite the triple lock policy, an expert has said. The full new state pension of £203.85 a week is 31.3 percent of average total earnings, at £651 a week, but in April 2016 the full amount …
Read More »Powerball jackpot grows to an estimated $960M – 4th largest in history
The owner of Las Palmitas Mini Market, Navor Herrera, received a $1M check during a press conference with Powerball officials on Thursday morning. (FOX 11) The Powerball lottery jackpot climbed to $960 million, the 4th largest jackpot in history. This after no winner hit Wednesday night with the following numbers: 47, …
Read More »Pensions fall £18,000 short for ‘comfortable retirement’ – ‘best method’ to boost pot | Personal Finance | Finance
With the cost-of-living crisis tightening pensioner finances, Britons are warned they could be missing out on thousands of pounds in their pensions by not taking the time to plan. By planning, people may be able to claim extra cash through different investments or lost pension pots which could be the …
Read More »Woman sues Disney for $50K over ‘injurious wedgie’ on waterslide at Typhoon Lagoon in birthday trip gone wrong
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission has released a bear that was captured this week at Walt Disney World. (Credit: MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife) A woman is seeking a hefty sum of money from the House of Mouse in a recent lawsuit following an unpleasant trip down a waterslide …
Read More »Britons could boost pension income by £7,000 a year as auto enrolment scheme expand | Personal Finance | Finance
Pension savers could get a major boost to their retirement income of around £7,000 a year as the auto enrolment scheme expands. Legislation has been approved for all workers aged 18 and over to be auto enrolled onto their workplace pension scheme regardless of their income. The scheme was previously …
Read More »Disney+ password-sharing crackdown reportedly coming soon
Peapack Private Wealth senior investment strategist David Dietze explains why Disney and Meta could be a good investment on ‘The Claman Countdown.’ The Walt Disney Company’s streaming service is set to begin a crackdown on password-sharing in Canada beginning in weeks, according to a new report. Canadian outlet Mobile Syrup …
Read More »Cost of living payments: Millions to get £300 next month – check eligibility | Personal Finance | Finance
Millions of households across the UK will receive a £300 cost of living payment next month to help with rising costs, and the eligibility rules have now been announced. This will be the second of three payments totalling up to £900 for those eligible and on means-tested benefits, such as …
Read More »UAW expands strikes against Ford and GM, no new strikes at Stellantis
Former Chrysler CEO Bob Nardelli discusses the ongoing negotiations between the UAW and the Big Three automakers on ‘The Claman Countdown.’ United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain told his membership via Facebook on Friday morning that the union’s strike against Detroit’s Big Three automakers will expand against Ford and General …
Read More »Side hustle: Woman makes £1,500 a week painting nails in ‘hobby turned into a job’ | Personal Finance | Finance
One mum has successfully turned her artist side hustle into a lucrative job which brings in £1,500 a week. Kassie Payne, 34, evolved her nail art hobby into a new career for herself and is now an entrepreneur. She paints elaborate designs onto press-on nails with some designs being as …
Read More »Former Target exec says internet, social media driving ‘acceleration’ in organized retail theft
Former Target Vice Chairman Gerald Storch joins ‘FOX & Friends’ to explain how the internet has caused an ‘acceleration’ in crime. The former vice chairman of Target spoke out against spiraling theft nationwide as the popular retailer announced it would close its doors in a series of liberal cities amid …
Read More »The ‘beating hearts’ of communities: Pubs need tax break and financial support | UK | News
Pubs need tax break and financial support (Image: Getty) British pubs are the “beating hearts” of their communities and are run by “hero” landlords and landladies, according to a new report. They employ 936,000 workers, generate £28bn for the economy and deliver £15bn in taxes every year. And just as …
Read More »Issues addressed at the second Republican presidential debate
Pollster Lee Carter joined ‘FOX & Friends’ to discuss how Republicans, Democrats and Independents reacted to key moments on the debate stage. Seven Republican candidates participated in the second Republican presidential primary debate on September 27, 2023, at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. North Dakota Gov. …
Read More »NS&I explains how top 6.2% growth bonds account works if a person wants to add more funds | Personal Finance | Finance
NS&I has clarified what happens if a person wants to add to their guaranteed growth bonds account after setting one up. The Government-backed provider is currently offering its Guaranteed Growth Bonds and Guaranteed Income Bonds at 6.2 percent with a one-year fixed rate. Twitter user David Chapman (@CarefulChapman) contacted the …
Read More »USFL, XFL announce intention to merge leagues
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com The United States Football League and the XFL on Thursday announced their intent to merge. “Subject to customary regulatory approvals and if the transaction is consummated, the new league will establish best-in-class operations based on the most recent seasons of both leagues,” the leagues …
Read More »Sainsbury’s increases interest on fixed ISA to 5.7% and earns ‘excellent’ rating | Personal Finance | Finance
Sainsbury’s has increased the interest rate on its one-year fixed ISA to 5.7 percent, earning an “excellent” Moneyfacts rating. While personal savings allowances remain frozen and interest rates increase, ISAs are becoming increasingly popular amongst Britons as an effective tax wrapper. Commenting on the deal, Caitlyn Eastell, a spokesperson at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: …
Read More »Joe Biden, Democrats have every reason to be jubilant after second Republican debate
Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie tears into President Biden for failing to take on the teachers union during the the second GOP primary debate at the Ronald Reagan Residential Library. President Joe Biden went to sleep after the second Republican debate on Wednesday night knowing that the big event in …
Read More »‘I make £20,000 thanks to my thrifting side hustle and found a Marc Jacobs bag for £3!’ | Personal Finance | Finance
One mother-and-daughter duo are earning the equivalent of nearly £20,000 thanks to their thrifting side hustle. Oliva Onho, 27, and Maya, eight, from Seattle, Washington make this amount of money from reselling second-hand clothes as a side job. Ms Onho was taught from an early age to be a bargain …
Read More »GOP candidate’s campaign on death watch after missing second debate
Panelists Pete Hegseth, Trace Gallagher and Steve Hilton call out the Democrats’ push to transform America on ‘Kudlow.’ Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson’s presidential campaign is on death watch after he failed to qualify for the second GOP debate Wednesday evening. Hutchinson — who announced his candidacy for the Republican …
Read More »Supermarket costs compared as Aldi reports profit surge | Personal Finance | Finance
Aldi’s 2022 financial results, released on Monday, show operating profit in the UK almost tripled year-on-year to £178.7million. The low-cost German retailer recently overtook Morrisons to become the country’s fourth-largest retailer, with a 10.2 percent market share as of August, according to Kantar. With food price inflation peaking at 19.2 …
Read More »GOP state AGs hit Biden Treasury ‘net-zero financing’ memo as backdoor regulation by ‘green cabal’
Fox News contributor Douglas Murray weighs in on BlackRock CEO Larry Fink saying hes ashamed to be part of the ESG debate on The Bottom Line. FIRST ON FOX – Republican attorneys general are skewering the Treasury Department’s rollout of “Principles for Net-Zero Financing & Investment,” calling the guidance for …
Read More »Wall Street crash is here with stock markets ‘on the edge’. So is UK next to fall? | Personal Finance | Finance
History shows that September is the worst month of the year for stock markets and here we go again as US markets have fallen for three weeks in a row. Analysts are warning there is worse to come as share prices could plunge 50 percent in total, smashing global wealth. …
Read More »Months-long Hollywood writers strike over after contract with studios approved
Tens of thousands of businesses serve the film industry across the country, and many companies beyond Hollywood are struggling. The nearly five-month writers strike that paralyzed the entertainment industry was declared over Tuesday by leaders of Hollywood writers unions after board members approved a contract agreement with studios. The governing …
Read More »US Strictly fans in tears at huge change for Len Goodman after death | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV
Dancing with The Stars has paid an emotional tribute to the legendary Len Goodman – and renamed their Mirrorball trophy. It’s the first season of the American version of Strictly Come Dancing to air since the death of beloved former head judge, who sadly passed away in April this year …
Read More »Moody’s warns government shutdown could hurt US credit rating
Potomac Wealth Advisors founder and president Mark Avallone discusses the markets as a government shutdown looms, inflation and his outlook on the economy ahead of the release of updated economic data. The federal government is facing a potential government shutdown that could begin this weekend barring action by Congress, and …
Read More »HMRC issues urgent warning ahead of tax return deadline next week | Personal Finance | Finance
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued a deadline reminder for those who are due to complete a self-assessment tax return for the 2022/23 tax year. Anyone who is new to the process has until October 5 to register themselves. Due to the surge in Britons taking on additional money-making …
Read More »Elon Musk to visit Eagle Pass, TX amid migrant crisis
Former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang discusses New Yorkers sounding off at a New York City event on the migrant crisis, a possible Biden, Trump rematch and a potential third party run. Elon Musk is going to Eagle Pass, Texas, after speaking with GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales about the migrant …
Read More »Energy price cap set to change this weekend – how to save on bills before | Personal Finance | Finance
In light of the incoming strain on Britons wallets, with energy bills not expected to drop below £1,700 for the rest of the decade experts have shared quick and actionable tips to save on energy at home. From October 1, 2023, the energy price cap is set at £1,923 a …
Read More »These seven candidates will be on the stage at the second Republican presidential nomination debate
Swing state voters Deb Ludwig, Rebecca Boyer and Bernadette Wright discuss their top 2024 issues and the candidates that best align with them. The stage is set for the second GOP presidential nomination debate Wednesday evening at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. The Republican National Committee …
Read More »Energy price cap warning: Millions urged to take meter reading or risk being overcharged | Personal Finance | Finance
Millions of households are urged to submit their meter readings before the new energy price cap takes effect on October 1. Failure to do so could result in households being overcharged for their energy. To ensure accuracy, it is encouraged that households take the meter reading as close to October …
Read More »Bezos’ Blue Origin replacing CEO with Amazon exec
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ aerospace company Blue Origin will soon have a new CEO, the company confirmed to FOX Business on Monday. Bob Smith, CEO of Blue Origin, speaks during a Q&A on the launch of Project Kuiper on April 5, 2022, in Colorado …
Read More »DWP slams pensioner with £22,000 bill after they found error in Pension Credit application | Personal Finance | Finance
A man was hit with a huge £22,000 bill after the DWP spotted an error in his Pension Credit application made in 2017. Robert Vincent will be paying money back well into his eighties after the DWP found his private pension income was higher than the amount he had stated in …
Read More »Mortgage delinquency rates fall across the U.S.
Mortgage delinquency rates remain at a historic low. (iStock) Despite a housing market pressured by high mortgage rates and home prices, many Americans have been keeping up with their housing payments, according to a study. In fact, only 2.6% of all mortgages in the U.S. were in a stage of …
Read More »DWP Christmas Bonus: How much is it, when is it paid and who is eligible? | Personal Finance | Finance
Millions of Britons are due to receive a Christmas Bonus payment from the DWP to help with living costs. Each year, the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) distributes a one-off tax-free £10 payment just before Christmas. However, this amount has remained unchanged since 1972, resulting in widespread criticism. The bonus …
Read More »Biden admin warns lenders there is ‘no special exemption’ for AI when denying credit
Sen. Mike Braun, R-In., provides insight on growing fears over the technology on The Evening Edit. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau this week warned that creditors cannot use artificial intelligence to be exempt from giving reasons for denying consumers credit — marking the latest instance of government grappling with how …
Read More »Will mortgage rates go down? Expert forecast for 2023 – ‘no time to delay’ | Personal Finance | Finance
Mortgage holders are being told there’s “no time to delay” to secure a better deal following the Bank of England’s decision to pause interest rate hikes this month. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) chose to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.25 percent, which is currently instilling confidence in lenders to …
Read More »Employees ditch office happy hours in favor of staying at home after work
FOX Business’ Madison Alworth speaks with Sean’s Bar and Kitchen owner Sean Reilly on the decline in happy hour attendance. More U.S. workers are trying to draw a line between work life and personal life. For many, that means ditching the happy hour and socializing with employees after 5 o’clock. Instead …
Read More »Below Deck’s Daisy Kelliher sends stark warning to future cast after Colin fling | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV
Daisy Kelliher first joined the Bravo family in the second series of Below Deck Sailing Yacht as the Chief Stewardess and has become a fan favorite. The chief stew has spoken exclusively to Express.co.uk about her struggle when the show shifted from her “professional life to personal life” due to …
Read More »Target, Amazon lead holiday hiring spree: Here’s the full list
Quincy Krosby, Financial Chief Global strategist, discusses consumer spending, the labor market and inflation data. A growing number of retailers announced hiring sprees as they prepare for a holiday season set against a slowing economy. The fourth quarter is one of the most critical times for retailers, as it …
Read More »Mortgage overpayments vs pension boost: Expert explains ‘sensible option’ | Personal Finance | Finance
Overpaying your mortgage should be a serious consideration if people have the cash as they could save tens of thousands of pounds in interest over the years, however, an expert has suggested alternative benefits of paying into one’s pension. Both financial tactics could make a person richer under different circumstances. …
Read More »Powerball numbers drawn for $750 million jackpot
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com The Powerball numbers for the estimated $750 million lottery jackpot were drawn on Saturday, and there is still no winner. The winning numbers Saturday night are: white balls 1, 12, 20, 33, 66 and the red power ball 21. The Power Play was 2X. …
Read More »‘Don’t be scared to switch!’ Savers urged to shop around as interest rates remain high | Personal Finance | Finance
Savers have been encouraged to search the market to see if they can get a better interest rate. Bank of England bosses decided this week to keep the base rate at 5.25 percent as inflation continues to fall. Kate Steere, deputy editor at personal finance comparison site finder.com,said now is …
Read More »See inside the Rhode Island hotel that gives guests a complimentary Mercedes
FOX News co-host Judge Jeanine Pirro hits the East Coast to visit Rhode Island’s most extraordinary luxury hotel, Ocean House. Judge Jeanine Pirro is taking an exclusive look inside America’s most luxurious hotels in her new FOX Nation series, “Life of Luxury,” kicking it off with the Ocean House Hotel …
Read More »Disturbing AI voice spoofing phone scam is ‘impossible’ to tell apart from a genuine call | Personal Finance | Finance
Fraudsters are using AI technology to clone people’s voices and trick people into sending over money. Graham Smith, head of customer success at cybersecurity specialist OryxAlign, told Express.co.uk scammers use the latest technology to clone a person’s voice and lure them in. He said: “AI-based voice scams could range from bots …
Read More »AI voice cloning scams on the rise, expert warns
Sen. Mike Braun, R-In., provides insight on growing fears over the technology on The Evening Edit. Scammers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) tools to clone the voices of individuals they target on social media to place panicked calls to their family or friends in the hope of convincing …
Read More »Stock markets hit ‘puke point’ as high interest rates set to trigger ‘violent’ 50% crash | Personal Finance | Finance
Wall Street has just suffered its worst week since March, with the S&P 500 and tech-focused Nasdaq both plunging. The S&P 500 has now fallen below its 100-day moving average, which is a key support level. That suggests there is a lot more trouble to come. So far 2023 has …
Read More »New Zealand couple angered by farting dog on 13-hour flight receives $1,400: Report
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com A New Zealand couple who moved seats after complaining about sitting next to a farting dog on a 13-hour flight has been given more than $1,400. Gill and Warren Press were traveling home on a Singapore Airlines flight from Paris back in June when …
Read More »Britons urged to invest in flooding prevention measures and save thousands on repairs | Personal Finance | Finance
Home owners have been encouraged to invest in flood prevention measures to avoid spending thousands of pounds on repairs to their home. Mary Long-Dhonau OBE, owner of FloodMary.com, told Express.co.uk flooding can affect any part of the UK. She warned: “Flooding is indiscriminate and can happen anywhere – you don’t …
Read More »McDonald’s hikes royalty fees for new US, Canada franchise restaurants
Former McDonald’s CEO Jim Skinner analyzes the state of the fast-food industry as the U.S. economy slows on ‘The Claman Countdown.’ Fast-food giant McDonald’s is raising royalty fees for new franchisees throughout North America for the first time in three decades, according to an internal notice obtained by FOX Business. …
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