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How Social Security Spousal Benefits Work

As more Americans weigh retirement choices in a tight budget year, one…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 5, 2026

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Mortgage Rates Report Guides Homebuyers

A fresh snapshot of average mortgage rates released Wednesday offers house hunters…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 5, 2026

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Afro Sheen’s Rise, Soul Train, And Aftermath

Afro Sheen helped shape an era, brightening a hairstyle and bankrolling a…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 4, 2026

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UK Report Backs India-UK Trade Deal

A new UK parliamentary report has endorsed the India-UK free trade agreement…

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By Megan Foisch February 4, 2026

fed dissenters push for rate cut

Fed Dissenters Push For Rate Cut

Two Federal Reserve policymakers broke ranks and backed an interest rate cut,…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 4, 2026

new crypto tax rules stir anxiety

New Crypto Tax Rules Stir Anxiety

At a major gathering of tax professionals, digital assets expert Nik Fahrer,…

By Hannah Bietz February 4, 2026

analysts cut tesla profit outlook

Analysts Cut Tesla Profit Outlook After Q4

Wall Street is trimming profit forecasts for Tesla after the company’s fourth-quarter…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 4, 2026

costco membership benefits beyond shopping

Costco Perks Extend Far Past Aisles

As prices pressure household budgets, Costco’s lesser-known benefits are drawing fresh interest…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 4, 2026

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Disney Taps Josh D’Amaro As CEO

Walt Disney Co. has picked Josh D'Amaro, the executive who oversees its…

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By Megan Foisch February 4, 2026