The thought of carrying credit card debt in today's high-rate environment is daunting. With average credit card interest rates nearly doubling over the last decade to nearly 24%, it's more important than ever to be informed about the potential consequences of letting your debt compound. If you're ap
Springfield, Ohio, a city once plagued by economic downturn, is experiencing a resurgence. The influx of Haitian immigrants has contributed to this revitalization, bringing with them a diverse range of skills and talents. However, this growth has also brought about challenges, including strains on l
The news of Pfizer's positive midstage trial results for its experimental drug, ponsegromab, has sent shockwaves through the medical community. This monoclonal antibody has shown remarkable promise in combating cancer cachexia, a life-threatening condition that afflicts approximately 9 million peopl
As San Jose officials look to create the city's first business improvement district in over 15 years, they're banking on a new strategy to boost economic growth in East San Jose. The Tully Road-Eastridge Business Association (TREBA) has spent two years developing plans for this district, pooling res
The recent surge in RH's (NYSE:RH) shares, driven by better-than-expected Q2 results and upbeat Q3 guidance, is a testament to the company's ability to adapt and thrive in a challenging housing market environment. With investments in product transformation and platform expansion paying off, RH's sam
China's property market has been a rollercoaster ride over the past year, leaving investors and consumers alike feeling queasy. Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters recently warned that the market 'has not yet completely bottomed out,' despite all the turmoil. Consumer confidence remains shaky, larg
The demand for mental health services is skyrocketing, and with it, the need for professionals to provide those services. A recent analysis of data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employment in the mental health field is expected to grow three times faster than the average for all
Imagine a church built for hundreds, now hosting just a handful of elderly members. This is the reality for First Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, a church closing its doors after 150 years. What's more, the pastor, Ryan Burge, is known for his research on the very decline in religious affil
Texas Capital Bancshares is making waves in the healthcare industry, but not without shaking things up internally. They've just agreed to buy a hefty $400 million portfolio of healthcare-related loans – a bold move to expand their corporate banking business. But hold on, there's a catch. This growt
August's jobs report painted a mixed picture of the US economy, with some sectors booming while others struggled. Leisure and hospitality and healthcare and social assistance led the way, adding over 40,000 jobs each. But what does this tell us about the overall health of the economy? If these sec
