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Everything You Need to Know About Affirm 03/05/2024 07:00pm • Affirm is a lender that allows you to buy now and pay later, whether you're shopping in-store or online. If you qualify for one of these short-term loans, you will choose a payment schedule and then pay at affirm.com or in the Affirm app. The company promises that borrowers will know upfront how muc 9 Free Services to Take Advantage of Now 03/05/2024 07:00pm • When you need to be careful with money, taking advantage of what's available at no cost to you is powerful. Reducing expenses this way can help alleviate financial stress brought on by inflation. Higher prices on goods and services have caused most Americans to make major adjustments to their budget Booth where Tony Soprano may – or may not – have been whacked sells for a cool $82K to mystery buyer 03/05/2024 06:27pm • BLOOMFIELD, N.J. (AP) — The ice cream parlor booth where Tony Soprano may or may not have been whacked has sold for more than $82,000. As Tony would say, Madone! An anonymous buyer bid $82,600 Monday night in an online auction for the piece of memorabilia that occupies an outsize role in the lore Target launches new paid membership program in a bid to drive sales at a time of cautious spending 03/05/2024 05:39pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Target, looking for ways to reverse a sales malaise, is getting into Amazon territory: the paid membership game. The Minneapolis discounter said Tuesday the new paid program, called Target Circle 360, will offer unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders o Mideast Starbucks franchisee firing 2,000 workers after being targeted in Israel-Hamas war boycott 03/05/2024 11:30am • DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Middle East franchisee of Starbucks said Tuesday it has begun firing around 2,000 workers at its coffee shops across the region after the brand found itself targeted by activists during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip. The Kuwait-based Alshaya How Chinese retailers can offer Americans steep bargains on clothes and why that could change 03/04/2024 10:10am • WASHINGTON (AP) — As a substitute teacher in her mid-20s, Lindsey Puls was delighted to discover the fashion world of Shein more than 10 years ago, lured in by its super-low prices — with tops selling for a few dollars, dresses under $10, and free shipping on orders over $29. Puls, who has a Key Northern California highway closed as snow continues to fall in the blizzard-hit Sierra Nevada 03/03/2024 08:29pm • TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) — A major highway was closed and ski resorts were shut down Sunday as the effects of a powerful blizzard continued to cause problems across the Sierra Nevada, and forecasters warned that more heavy snow was on the way for Northern California. Sections of Interstate 80 to the 5 Mega-Cap Stocks With Room to Run in 2024 03/03/2024 07:00pm • The stock market experienced a strong rebound in 2023, riding up 24% after a disappointing performance in 2022. Many companies that performed well in 2023 have extended their rallies into 2024 and look poised for more gains. Investors seeking a bit of protection and diversification now can buy stock 16 Best Apps for Buying and Selling Used Stuff 03/03/2024 07:00pm • If you're trying to clear out your closet or scrounge up some extra cash, you might consider selling used stuff to bring in additional income. From old gift cards to your wedding dress, there are marketplaces designed to sell all kinds of items. "When it comes to buying and selling pre-owned items, NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week 03/01/2024 10:06am • A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. ___ ATF rules not updated to allow migrants to purchase firearms Best Buy's shares up after chain posts smaller-than expected sales decline for 4Q 02/29/2024 12:23pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Best Buy's shares rose on Thursday as the nation's largest consumer electronics chain posted a smaller-than-expected sales decline for the fiscal fourth quarter, signaling that the bottom of spending on gadgets may be in sight. The Minneapolis-based company reported fourth-quarter Things to do in the DC area: Women’s History Month events, film festivals, art … and more! 02/29/2024 07:08am • As March approaches, the D.C. area gears up to celebrate Women's History Month with a diverse array of events. From thought-provoking panel discussions to inspiring exhibitions and beyond, the region offers plenty of opportunities for individuals to honor the achievements of women. There’s so m Why a Fairfax Co. man is advocating to change the name of Burke 02/28/2024 11:00pm • As part of his work with a makerspace in Fairfax County, Virginia, David Martosko was asked to make a poster for a Juneteenth picnic last year. That prompted him to wonder what Northern Virginia residents do to celebrate Juneteenth. So, he started researching various things about the African Amer Surge in Wendy's complaints exposes limits to consumer tolerance of unstable prices 02/28/2024 09:45pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Consumers will pay more for a flight to Florida or for a hotel room during peak vacation times. They fork out more for a rush hour Uber ride, perhaps while grinding their teeth, and rely on apps like ParkWhiz or ParkMobile to book spots for their cars at premium prices. But a socia Struggling to stop illegal cannabis stores, New York governor asks online sites to hide them 02/28/2024 08:11pm • NEW YORK (AP) — After failing to wipe illegal cannabis dispensaries off the map, New York is asking online sites to hide them. Since the state legalized marijuana in 2021, unlicensed pot shops have proliferated across New York City, with limited pushback from authorities. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Ho