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Climate activists target jets, yachts and golf in a string of global protests against luxury 08/28/2023 09:49am • BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Climate activists have spraypainted a superyacht, blocked private jets from taking off and plugged holes in golf courses this summer as part of an intensifying campaign against the emissions-spewing lifestyles of the ultrawealthy. Climate activism has intensified in the pas How to Spend Money on a Summer Vacation You Haven't Budgeted For 08/27/2023 08:00pm • It's the end of the summer, and you've decided to travel somewhere -- whether you can afford to or not. How do you pay for and plan a vacation this quickly without completely destroying your budget? It isn't going to be easy, but money experts say there are strategies to use. Don't Go FarThe farther What Is a Good DTI for a Mortgage? 08/27/2023 08:00pm • If you plan to buy a home or car -- or make any purchase that requires a loan -- it is essential to have a good debt-to-income ratio. Your DTI reveals how much of your income goes toward debt payments each month, and this ratio gives lenders a snapshot of your financial condition and how likely you Best Stocks to Buy in All 11 Market Sectors 08/24/2023 08:00pm • It's almost a party trick: Pick a single top stock from each of the 11 sectors in the S&P 500. Analysts who make millions a year specialize in just one sector, and even CNBC's market maven Jim Cramer struggles to be anywhere close to perfect when trying to keep straight stocks in all parts of th Study reveals how much carbon damage would cost corporations if they paid for their emissions 08/24/2023 02:57pm • The world’s corporations produce so much climate change pollution, it could eat up about 44% of their profits if they had to pay damages for it, according to a study by economists of nearly 15,000 public companies. The “corporate carbon damages” from those publicly owned companies analyzed — Alex Murdaugh friend pleads guilty to helping steal from dead maid's family 08/24/2023 12:04pm • KINGSTREE, S.C. (AP) — Convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh 's old college buddy has pleaded guilty to a second set of charges for helping the disgraced South Carolina attorney steal millions of dollars of insurance settlements from the sons of Murdaugh’s dead housekeeper. Cory Fleming, a 54-year-ol Great Discounts Seniors Can Get From AARP 08/22/2023 08:00pm • If you're 50 or older, you can save on restaurants, entertainment, travel and more through AARP. The organization provides senior discounts and other benefits to its nearly 38 million members. There is a cost to join, which starts at $12 per year and allows you to add a person from your household fo 7 Stocks With Large Insider Trading Buys 08/22/2023 08:00pm • There is a dedicated cadre of market watchers who pay close attention to stock trading by corporate insiders. And with good reason: No one knows more about the inner workings of a company than the people who run it. Insiders have responded to the market's August downturn by stepping up purchases, es First-Time Cruise Tips: 20 Major Mistakes to Avoid 08/22/2023 08:00pm • If you've decided to hit the high seas for the first time, there's a lot to consider. Beyond the seemingly endless itinerary options, you'll also need to select your ideal cruise line and ship size, research what's included with your cruise fare, and figure out what to pack.To help make your debut v Personal Finance Questions to Ask Yourself Now 08/22/2023 08:00pm • The journey toward financial security is one that -- for many -- includes lots of ups and downs along the way. One way to ensure you're making progress toward your long-term goals is by doing periodic check-ins with yourself. "Don't be an ostrich when it comes to your financial situation," says Terr Dentist convicted of killing wife on African safari given life sentence and over $15M in penalties 08/21/2023 09:28pm • DENVER (AP) — As a wealthy dentist convicted of killing his wife at the end of an African safari listened in court, her brother vowed on Monday to move her remains to a place that Larry Rudolph would never discover. Shortly before a judge sentenced Rudolph to life in prison in the 2016 death of B 20 Practical Ways Seniors Can Cut Expenses 08/21/2023 08:00pm • If you're a retired senior citizen, there's a good chance you're living on a fixed income. That means you're probably on the hunt for ideas to save money. You're in luck. Some of these money-saving strategies will work for any age, but most are aimed at people in their 60s or older. Hopefully they'l Travel Discounts for Seniors 08/21/2023 08:00pm • Whether you're visiting family or taking a vacation, there are many travel deals available for senior citizens. Some travel discounts for seniors can be found online, while others are available when you call or join an organization. Be ready to read the fine print and ask for details to make sure yo Business Highlights: MacKenzie Scott giving totals $97m in first half; Dearth of new cars under $20k 08/21/2023 04:59pm • ___ MacKenzie Scott gave 17 nonprofits $97 million in the first half of 2023 MacKenzie Scott’s quest to give the bulk of her wealth to charity continues. So far this year, 17 nonprofits have announced they’ve received unrestricted donations from Scott through her Yield Giving fund, according to I Have to Pay Taxes on That? 08/20/2023 08:00pm • Taxes are part of life, so you're probably used to paying them, regardless of how painful it can be. A 2023 Gallup poll found that 60% of Americans think their income taxes are too high. Some unpleasant surprises, however, could be coming your way and you may owe more than you expect. Here are seven