IRS changes standard deduction for 2025
The Internal Revenue Service has announced some notable changes for tax year 2025.
U.S. economy
U.S. retail spending strengthens
Americans are still opening their wallets despite years of elevated inflation.
Study: Americans growing concerns over credit card debit
A study found Americans have not been this worried about making their minimum credit card payment since the pandemic.
Port strike ends as dockworkers union reaches tentative deal
The U.S. economy and consumers nationwide can now breathe easy.
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US adds a robust 254,000 jobs and unemployment dips to 4.1% in sign of still-sturdy labor market
America’s employers added a surprisingly strong 254,000 jobs in September, easing concerns about a weakening labor market and suggesting that the pace of hiring is still solid enough to support a growing economy.
Port strike continues to day 3
The port strike that’s halting the flow of many U.S. imports and exports enters day 3.
Hurricane Helene brings climate change to forefront of the presidential campaign
The devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene has brought climate change to the forefront of the presidential campaign after the issue lingered on the margins for months.
Dockworkers join other unions in trying to fend off automation, or minimize the impact
The massive port workers’ strike that has shut down all the major dockyards on the Eastern seaboard of the U.S. and the Gulf coast is highlighting a fear held by many workers: Eventually, we will be replaced by machines.
Dockworkers go on a strike that could reignite inflation and cause shortages in the holiday season
From Maine to Texas, dockworkers at 36 ports across the eastern U.S. are now on strike for the first time in decades. And the work stoppage could snarl supply chains — leading to shortages and higher prices if it stretches on for more than a few weeks.
