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How Do the Richest LGBTQ People in the World Spend Their Money?
A new feature profiles LGBTQ people who have broken into that elite club of millionaires and billionaires.
Michigan Mega Millions Ticket Wins $1.05 Billion Jackpot
Someone in Michigan bought the winning ticket for the $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot, which is the third-largest lottery prize in U.S. history.
Biden Ordering Stopgap Help as Talks Start on Big Aid Plan
President Joe Biden plans to take executive action Friday to provide a stopgap measure of financial relief to millions of Americans while Congress begins to consider his much larger $1.9 trillion package to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Big Wigs, Big Gowns, Big Money: How Does RuPaul Spend All That Money?
From gowns to mansions to an alleged fracking empire, how does RuPaul manage his $60 million net worth?
2021 Stock Market Outlook: Covid Vaccine, Political Gridlock, Possible Recovery
The year that brought so many surprises is shaping up to be a surprisingly good one for investors, and that's a timely reminder for 2021.
Liz Weston: Start 2021 Off Strong with These Money Moves
After the train wreck that was 2020, you may well question whether it's worth trying to plan anything. But knocking off a few financial tasks early in the year can better prepare you for whatever 2021 has in store.
Hospital Prices Just Got a Lot More Transparent. What Does This Mean for You?
With the new hospital rule, consumers should be able to see the tremendous variation in prices for the exact same care among hospitals and get an estimate of what they will be charged for care — before they seek it.
Millennial Money: De-stress Holiday Debt with a Payoff Plan
Using credit cards for holiday shopping can be a great way to earn rewards or get cash back, but make sure you know how to dig out of the debt you ring up.
Millennial Money: 10 Money Insights Distilled over 25 Years
How we use and think about money — not just accumulating lots of it — literally can determine our happiness during the roughly 30,000 days many of us are privileged to be alive.
Millennial Money: 3 Vague Financial Resolutions to Avoid
If all goes well, by this time next year, you'll be posting on social media about how you crushed your 2021 #goals. To increase your chances of success, here are three financial resolutions to avoid this year.
Fate of Trump's $2,000 Checks Now Rests with GOP-Led Senate
President Donald Trump's push for $2,000 COVID-19 relief checks now rests with the Senate after the House voted overwhelmingly to meet the president's demand to increase the $600 stipends, but Republicans have shown little interest in boosting spending.
Unemployment Benefits for Millions in Limbo as Trump Rages
Unemployment benefits for millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet were set to lapse at midnight Saturday night unless President Donald Trump signed an end-of-year COVID relief and spending bill.
Travelers In 2021 Want More Sand, Fewer People—and Insurance
Americans with an eye for vacation travel in 2021 are looking for sun and solitude over skyscrapers and crowds.
COVID Bill to End 'Surprise' Medical Bills
People with private health insurance will see the nasty shock of "surprise" medical bills virtually gone, thanks to the coronavirus compromise passed by Congress.
Congress Seals Agreement on $900 Billion COVID Relief Bill
After months of Washington gridlock, Congress is set to act on a $900 billion pandemic relief package, finally delivering long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and resources to vaccinate a nation confronting a frightening surge in COVID-19 cases.
Liz Weston: Putting Financial Survivor's Guilt to Good Use
Not everyone feels bad about inequities, of course. But those who do can experience financial self-shaming, where they feel that it isn't OK to have money, jobs or opportunities that are denied to others.
Take Advantage of Student Loan Breaks Before 2020 Ends
Many already benefited from some unprecedented events in 2020. It's unclear how long these breaks will last. If you're in good financial shape, here's how to take advantage of them while you can.
Agreement Likely Sunday on Nearly $1 Trillion Virus Aid Bill
Top congressional lawmakers struck a late-night agreement on the last major obstacle to a COVID-19 economic relief package costing nearly $1 trillion, clearing the way for votes as early as Sunday.
Liz Weston: Got Life Insurance? You May Not Have Enough
You probably need life insurance if your death would cause financial hardship to someone else. If the only coverage you have is through your job, though, you may not have enough.
Congress Averts Shutdown; Fight Continues over Pandemic Aid
Congress passed a two-day stopgap spending bill Friday night, averting a partial government shutdown and buying time for endgame negotiations on an almost $1 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package.