Want to save serious money without overhauling your life? Learning a few key skills now could keep tens of thousands of dollars in your pocket over the years. Ready to stop overpaying for stuff you can easily handle yourself? Let’s dive into the smartest money-saving skills you’ll wish you had learned sooner. You’ll need somewhere to store all these savings. Check out the best high-yield online savings accounts. Budgeting Photo by Photo By: Kaboompics.com: https://www.pexels.com/photo/unrecognizable-man-holding-wallet-with-money-4386421/ Not many skills will have more of an impact on your finances than budgeting. Learning how to create and use a budget that works for…
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Earlier this month, FIFA unveiled a ticket promotion which looks on the level — until you read the fine print. Dubbed “ticket packs,” FIFA’s latest offer gives purchasers of tickets to this year’s Club World Cup early access to a presale for tickets to next summer’s FIFA World Cup. There are two options to choose from in a straightforward standard ticket pack and the “super” pack. Buyers of a standard pack had to pick a minimum of two Club World Cup games with an option to buy a third. Each ticket purchased offered the opportunity to get hands on tickets…
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Aging brings many changes – some expected, some unexpected – but one that is often overlooked is mental wellbeing. While people tend to focus on physical health, maintaining a sharp mind and a positive outlook can be just as important. Seniors face unique emotional challenges. There are retirement adjustments, loss of loved ones, and changes in independence. It isn’t only about avoiding stress and sadness, but there are happiness factors seniors swear by that can help foster joy, connection, and purpose. The Connection Between Mental And Physical Health You may not think it, but mental and physical health are…
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The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reported a decline in its Small Business Optimism Index for March 2025, dropping 3.3 points to 97.4. This places the index below the 51-year average of 98, as small business owners across the country express concern over ongoing policy shifts and economic conditions. “The implementation of new policy priorities has heightened the level of uncertainty among small business owners over the past few months,” said NFIB Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg. “Small business owners have scaled back expectations on sales growth as they better understand how these rearrangements might impact them.” The NFIB Uncertainty…
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Image by Krzysztof Hepner on Unsplash If you’ve stepped into a grocery store, paid rent, or filled up your gas tank lately, you’ve likely had the same reaction: Why does everything still cost so much? Even as headlines report that inflation is “cooling,” many Americans are feeling anything but financial relief. In 2025, the Consumer Price Index might not be rising at the same breakneck pace we saw during the peak post-pandemic years, but the aftershocks are still rattling our bank accounts. So what gives? If inflation is supposedly under control, why do things still feel out of reach? We’re…
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MANILA, Philippines — A road checkpoint set up by village officials attempted to prevent the Makabayan senatorial candidates from campaigning in Oriental Mindoro town during the Day of Valor on Wednesday, according to the coalition. Makabayan president and senatorial candidate Liza Maza along with fellow bets Ronnel Arambulo, Mimi Doring, Amirah Lidasan, at Rep. France Castro as well as Gabriela Women’s Party 5th Nominee Mariam Villanueva and Kabataan Partylist 3rd Nominee John Peter Garcia led their campaign at Barangay Tagumpay in Pola town. One of the personnel allegedly set up a fake checkpoint against them. Article continues after this advertisement…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Ever wondered why someone drops five figures on a purse, six figures on a watch or seven figures on a sports car without blinking? I’ve spent 15 years in the trenches of luxury marketing, and what I’ve discovered will change how you view the ultra-wealthy forever. When that CEO purchases a Patek Philippe, he’s not buying a timepiece — he’s buying validation of his success story. When that entrepreneur invests in a limited-edition handbag, she’s not just acquiring leather and hardware — she’s affirming her place in an exclusive community. I’ve sat…
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President Trump’s tariffs have come into effect and we will likely start seeing products get even more expensive as companies pass long these costs to consumers. All goods coming into the country will have a minimum 10% tariff, with some countries seeing higher rates. On April 9th, everything coming from China will have a 54% tariff. It go even higher still, as Trump has said he will add an additional 25% tariff on any country that buys oil from Venezuela! According to the nonpartisan Tax Foundation, it’s estimated that the average household will pay an additional $2,100 per year for…
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The 2025 NFL Draft class at wide receiver isn’t as strong as the one we saw a year ago, where we saw top-tier talent at the top of the draft and productive players extend into Day 2. This year’s class doesn’t have the star power of last year, but the real value lies in Day 2 WR prospects of the 2025 NFL Draft. A group of SB Nation’s draft analysts from our 32 NFL team communities ranked their top WRs in the draft and this top 15 is the result of those cumulative rankings. Disclaimer: Travis Hunter is not considered…
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Co-authored by Gavin Littleboy Challenges in Network Compliance Government agencies face significant challenges in maintaining network compliance due to the ever-increasing complexity of regulations. From NIST 800-53, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, to other security requirement guides like DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) for Department of Defense, comprehensive measures require configuring and maintaining networks to ensure they stay compliant and are secure against vulnerabilities and threats. Compounding this issue are the limited budgets and resources available within government entities, which can make it difficult to allocate sufficient personnel and tools to manage compliance effectively. Additionally, the need to integrate diverse technologies and…