Money
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U.S. Presidents’ Net Worth, Before and After Taking Office
Some presidents, such as George W. Bush, Franklin Roosevelt, and JFK, were born into dynasty families that afforded them wealth and privilege before and after their presidencies. Others, including Andrew Jackson, were born poor and died among the richest people…
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Amazon Clinic Lets You Skip the Waiting Room — Here’s How
With the advent of Amazon Clinic, the e-commerce giant has entered the digital healthcare space — and it could save you money and a trip to the doctor’s office. Available in 33 states, the virtual health center offers chat-based consultations,…
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115-Year-Old Harley Is the Most Expensive Motorcycle Ever Sold at Auction
Motorcycles from Harley-Davidson’s first years are hard to find, and Harley’s 1908 Strap Tank motorcycle is so rare that one of the few remaining examples just fetched $935,000 at auction, making it the most expensive motorcycle ever sold at an…
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How To Use Google Lens To Find the Cheapest Products
When you’re searching for the best deal online, it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart, Overstock — there are just too many marketplaces and vendors. But frugal Redditors say they’ve found a way to…
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EV Drivers Rejoice: Tesla Superchargers Soon To Be Available for All
EV owners rejoice, especially if you didn’t buy a Tesla. Soon(ish), the carmaker plans to open some of its fast chargers to all electric vehicles regardless of make as part of a broader effort by the Biden administration to encourage more…
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33 Companies That Changed American Culture for Better or Worse
Business is one of the engines that keeps America moving, helping to shape our culture and how we live. It’s the fashion, art, entertainment, food, and other experiences that drive our day-to-day lives — be that good or bad. Here’s a…
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Chipotle To Launch New Casual Eatery in Southern California
Move over burritos: Chipotle is launching a new restaurant concept, and it has nothing to do with Mexican food. It’s called Farmesa, and its pedigree had been rumored for a…
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Here’s Why You Should Join Your Local Buy Nothing Group
Since nearly everything can be bought and sold for a profit, it’s hard to imagine how a gift economy might emerge, or even thrive. And yet, an international movement centered…
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11 DIY Dog Beds Your Pup Will Love
DIY dog beds are a great way to save money while providing your furry bestie with a comfortable place to sleep. By making your own dog bed, you can customize…
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Home Prices Are Rising Fastest in These Cities, and Not Where You Might Expect
Home prices are still rising in many U.S. cities despite higher mortgage rates pricing many potential buyers out of the market, according to data from the National Association of Realtors.…
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5 Things To Know Before Putting Nitrogen in Your Tires
When most people inflate their tires, they go with plain old compressed air. It’s cheap, widely available, and works just fine. But there is a pricier alternative: nitrogen-filled car tires.…
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Tesla Autopilot Workers Demand to Unionize
If Tesla CEO Elon Musk isn’t too busy fussing with Twitter, he might want to open his mail. Some 800 workers who develop software for Tesla’s autopilot technology in Buffalo,…
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32 People With Side Hustles Earning Over $100K
With inflation continuing to hit consumers’ budgets, housing prices skyrocketing, and recession fears looming, there has never been a better time to start a side hustle. Side hustles are a…
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This Top U.S. Export Is Banned in Many Other Countries
Living in a country where blood is one of the most valuable exports might seem like something out of a dystopian novel. But it’s not fiction here. The truth is that…
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17 Places to Donate Clothes and Clutter for Money
Stuff, stuff, and more stuff. The Marie Kondo fad — not to mention all the extra time many of us have been spending at home in the pandemic years since…
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Amazon’s Robotaxi Hits the Street
Amazon ushered in 2020 with a futuristic self-driving Zoox robotaxi and now, three years after its unveiling, the robotic ride is taking to the street, becoming the first autonomous taxi…
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You May Have To Wait To Get a Ford F-150 Lightning Pickup
If you’re thinking about getting an F-150 Lightning, the Ford pickup truck that runs on battery power, you may have to wait a bit longer unless you love what’s on…
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Weirdest Items Ever Stolen, From Pricey Buttons to Bull Semen
Most people save their money and work hard to earn enough to buy the things they want, while others turn to thievery. And though it’s tempting to at least imagine…
