The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest-rate target to 3.75%–4.00% in September 2026, its first increase since 2023. Here’s what the decision means for inflation, borrowing costs and the outlook for monetary policy.
Federal Student Loan Changes for 2026–2027: What Borrowers Need to Know Read Post »
Federal student-loan rules are changing in 2026, including new repayment options and borrowing limits. Here’s what borrowers need to know about SAVE, RAP, Parent PLUS loans and upcoming changes.
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates to 3.75%–4.00% in September 2026 Read Post »
As autumn begins in the Northern Hemisphere, attention is turning to two major atmospheric and climate patterns that could influence weather during the 2026–2027 winter: the polar vortex and a rapidly strengthening El Niño in the tropical Pacific. The polar vortex is a normal seasonal feature of the atmosphere rather than a storm approaching North
Polar Vortex and El Niño: What the 2026–2027 Winter Forecast Actually Shows Read Post »
New Mexico is confronting a sharp contrast in September 2026: its finances are benefiting from a projected record General Fund forecast and new investments in advanced energy and film, while one of the state’s most important reservoirs remains at historically low levels. Elephant Butte Reservoir, the largest reservoir in New Mexico, fell to about 1.4%
New Mexico Faces Historic Water Shortage as Revenue, Fusion and Film Investments Surge Read Post »
Kevin O’Leary’s approach to retirement planning is built around a relatively simple idea: save consistently, invest for the long term, control debt and avoid unnecessary spending. The “Shark Tank” investor has repeatedly said that workers should put a portion of every paycheck to work rather than waiting to invest whatever money remains at the end
Kevin O’Leary’s Retirement Strategy: The 15% Savings Rule and the $500,000 Question Read Post »
As of September 2026, the saga of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes remains firmly embedded in the American cultural consciousness. While the 42-year-old disgraced Silicon Valley founder has been out of the boardroom and behind bars for over three years, her story continues to evolve through legal battles, astronomical financial debts, and a brand-new Hollywood
Elizabeth Holmes 2026 Update: Prison, Appeals, & The New A24 Documentary Read Post »
Gabrielle “Gabby” Mooney has built her career in Nashville as a singer-songwriter, but her story extends well beyond her connection to country star Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay. Raised in Arkansas in a musical family, Gabrielle grew up singing with her siblings and performing in church. She later developed a career as a songwriter
Gabrielle “Gabby” Mooney: Music, Medical Crisis and the Story Behind Her Songs Read Post »
Labor Day is often associated with a long weekend, the unofficial end of summer and a final road trip before fall. But the holiday has its roots in the labor movement of the late 19th century, when workers organized for better wages, shorter hours and safer working conditions. More than a century later, organized labor
Labor Day 2026: The History of the Holiday, Union Trends and Gas Prices Read Post »
Bruce Willis has largely remained out of the public spotlight since stepping away from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia in 2022. In February 2023, his family announced that his condition had received a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia, commonly known as FTD. In 2026, his family has continued to share occasional updates about his
Bruce Willis in 2026: Family, Frontotemporal Dementia and a Rare Public Appearance Read Post »
Maria Bartiromo’s long run at Fox News Media ended abruptly on September 3, 2026, when the company announced that she was no longer with the network after more than 12 years. Fox News Media did not give a specific reason for the departure. The company said only that Bartiromo was no longer with Fox News