Image by Alexander Mils For many adult children, watching their parents age comes with a unique set of emotional and financial challenges. One of the biggest questions that arises is whether or not you should be saving for your parent’s retirement. It’s a complex issue—one wrapped in love, guilt, loyalty, and practicality. Maybe your parents didn’t save enough. Maybe they experienced financial setbacks or health issues that derailed their plans. Or maybe they’ve always expected you to step in when the time came. Whatever the reason, it’s becoming increasingly common for adults to wonder if they should factor their parents’…
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Samsung Electronics Co SSNLF reported first-quarter revenue growth of 10% year-on-year to 79.1 trillion Korean won ($55.5 billion) Wednesday. Revenue growth marked an all-time quarterly high, driven by strong sales of flagship Galaxy S25 smartphones and high-value-added products. Operating profit was 6.7 trillion Korean won ($17.62 billion), up from 6.6 Korean won a year ago, despite headwinds for the DS Division. Also Read: Samsung’s China Chip Pivot Gains Steam With 54% Export Surge Amid US Market Struggles The DS Division (encompassing Memory and S.LSI / Foundry) posted revenue of 25.1 trillion Korean won (versus 23.1 trillion Korean won Y/Y). The…
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You have been crushing our 8 week Spring Slim Down Challenge! We can’t believe how fast this challenge went by! As the challenge comes to an end this Sunday May 4th, you might be wondering what to do next or how do I not lose this momentum? I have just the tips you need to stay on track and hit those goals! Plus, a BRAND NEW challenge, details at the end!! 1. Set New Goals After completing the Spring Slim Down challenge, take some time to reflect on your achievements and set new goals for yourself. Whether it’s improving your…
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Satellite image taken at 7:10 a.m. on May 1, 2025. — Photo from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration MANILA, Philippines — One or two tropical cyclones may form within the Philippine area of responsibility in May. This was according to the state weather bureau on Thursday. Benison Estareja, weather specialist of Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), said this in a public forecast where he presented the tropical cyclone climatological track for the month. READ: Pagasa: Rains in Cebu expected this weekend due to LPA, ITCZ “We will still expect the increasing chance of typhoons…
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As part of Cisco’s “Plan for Possible,” our environmental sustainability strategy, I often emphasize the importance of resilient ecosystems. An essential aspect of resilient ecosystems is ensuring communities have the skills, tools, and resources to support the development and deployment of clean energy. Energy resilience is not solely about infrastructure; it’s fundamentally about people. Communities can benefit from clean energy solutions, such as microgrids and solar storage, but a skilled workforce and innovative technologies are needed to sustain these initiatives. Many sectors, including manufacturing, technology, and construction, need talent that can help improve efficiency, reduce usage of raw materials, minimize…
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HP Inc. has issued its latest HP Threat Insights Report, warning that cybercriminals are increasingly using fake CAPTCHA verification tests to trick users into infecting themselves with malware. The findings, announced during the company’s annual Amplify Conference, highlight how attackers are exploiting users’ growing “click tolerance” resulting from frequent multi-step authentication processes. The report, based on data from millions of endpoints running HP Wolf Security, details real-world cyberattacks observed between October and December 2024. According to HP, the “CAPTCHA Me If You Can” campaigns directed users to attacker-controlled websites, prompting them to complete fraudulent authentication challenges. Victims unknowingly ran malicious…
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With Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong returning to the court and Geno Auriemma coming back to the sidelines, UConn is widely expected to once again contend for the national championship in women’s college basketball next year. Even with Paige Bueckers off to the WNBA, the Huskies are still armed with the winningest coach in the sport, perhaps the best shooter in the sport in Fudd, and a versatile do-it-all forward in Strong who seems to have an unlimited amount of potential. A healthy Caroline Ducharme will be back for UConn too, as will other key contributors like KK Arnold, Ashlynn…
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A bill that would ban fluoride from Florida’s public drinking water is heading to the governor’s desk. Romain Costaseca/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Romain Costaseca/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images Florida is poised to ban fluoride from its drinking water under new legislation passed by state lawmakers. The bill now heads to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk for a signature. If signed, Florida would become the second state after Utah to ban fluoride from its public water supply. DeSantis has called water fluoridation “forced medication.” His office did not comment on whether DeSantis would sign the measure.…
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by Kandiss Edwards April 30, 2025 John Hope Bryant shares tips that help renters gain financial stability and help landlords profit with compassion. John Hope Bryant, founder and CEO of Operation HOPE, recently shared his rent-to-own strategies, which he believes provide tenants “dignity, opportunity, and grace.” Bryant continues to lead efforts to bridge the racial wealth gap by promoting financial literacy and increasing Black home ownership. The financial guru outlined a compassionate and uplifting plan to help renters not only build their credit scores but also prepare for potential financial hardship. The entrepreneur was, at one time, the “largest minority owner of single-family rental…
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Image by Julius Yls Retirement is often painted as the ultimate reward: a time to travel, relax, and enjoy the fruits of decades of hard work. But for many, the so-called “golden years” turn out to be far more stressful and uncertain than expected. Rising costs, health challenges, and emotional adjustments can cast a long shadow over what’s supposed to be the most carefree chapter of life. If you’re approaching retirement (or already there), understanding what could go wrong is the first step to protecting yourself. Let’s dive into six often-overlooked reasons why your golden years might not be as…