When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, millions of American families found themselves in sudden financial distress. Jobs disappeared overnight, businesses shuttered, and households across the country were left wondering how to make ends meet. At that critical moment, federal stimulus checks emerged as a lifeline—injecting much-needed cash into the hands of low-income families and jumpstarting local Continue reading
Major Drugstore Chain to Shutter 7 Locations See Which Stores Are Closing
Over the last five years, the retail world has undergone a seismic shift—one marked by closures, pivots, and a complete rethinking of how we shop. What started as a temporary disruption in early 2020 has evolved into a long-term transformation. And few sectors have felt the aftershocks as deeply as the drugstore and pharmacy industry. Continue reading
Hyundai Recalls Vehicles Over Faulty Left-Foot Braking Feature
A recent safety concern has prompted Hyundai Motor Company to issue an urgent recall for a select number of its vehicles, including the high-performance Ioniq 5 N model. The issue stems from a faulty left-foot braking system, which, after a recent software update, has been linked to unintended vehicle acceleration — posing serious safety risks Continue reading
Canada Pension Increase 2025: What Retirees Need to Know About the 2.6% CPP Adjustment and How It Impacts You
With the cost of groceries straining over 51% of Canadian households and rent rising nearly 9% year over year, the Canada Pension Increase 2025 comes as a welcome relief to many retirees. But the question remains: Will a 2.6% bump in your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits be enough to keep up with inflation and Continue reading
Hidden Wealth in Your Wallet: The Most Valuable $2 Bills to Look for in 2025
The humble $2 bill, often seen as a novelty or collector’s item, is experiencing a major resurgence in 2025. Once overlooked, certain editions of this unique denomination are now being sold for hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars. Whether you’re a serious collector or just curious about what’s in your wallet, here’s everything you need to know Continue reading
Say Goodbye to Oversight Failures: Cash App Owner Block Fined $40 Million by New York for Lapses in Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
Block Inc., the financial technology company founded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey and the parent of popular mobile payment platform Cash App, has agreed to pay a $40 million civil penalty to the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). The settlement addresses the company’s significant compliance failures in monitoring for money laundering and enforcing Continue reading
USD/CAD Rally: Canadian Dollar Surges as Currency Pair Breaks Down Below Key 1.4000 Level
Largest Sell-Off in Over Four Years Signals Return to Long-Term Range for USD/CAD The USD/CAD currency pair is undergoing a dramatic reversal in what is shaping up to be its largest sell-off since 2020, pulling back from its multi-year highs to re-enter a long-standing range that has been in play since 2016. Once soaring with Continue reading
This Canadian Airport Just Made the List of World’s Best for 2025 and It’s Not Toronto
There’s a new reason for Canadians—especially Vancouverites—to beam with pride in 2025: Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has been officially crowned the best airport in North America according to Skytrax’s 2025 World Airport Awards. And that’s not all—it also climbed the global rankings, now sitting impressively at 13th in the world, leaping four spots from last Continue reading
When Will T-Mobile Begin Paying Out Settlement Checks of Up to $25,000 for Data Breach Affecting 76 Million Customers?
Millions of T-Mobile customers affected by the company’s massive 2021 data breach are finally set to receive compensation from a $350 million settlement fund—but it’s been a long wait, and the process isn’t exactly simple. Back in 2023, T-Mobile reached an agreement to settle claims after the personal data of around 76 million users was Continue reading
Recall Alert 30,000 Child Car Seats Pulled for Safety Concerns
More than 30,000 child car seats manufactured by Chicco USA, Inc. have been officially recalled after federal safety officials discovered they may not provide adequate protection in the event of a car crash. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), certain models of Chicco’s MyFit Zip Air Harness and Booster seats have the Continue reading