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Sunshine, adventure, and tax breaks: As baby boomers retire, here are the states where they can have it all

Caring.com looked at Census data to see which states have had the biggest increase of residents over the age of 65 from 2010 to 2023.

AI art is facing a copyright problem. Here's what it means for creators.

Verbit examined news articles and legal research to see what the rise of artificial intelligence means for creators.

How to stay safe from AI voice scams

Spokeo explains what people need to know about AI voice scams, including how they work and how to protect yourself.

How does a reverse mortgage work in Canada?

Money.ca examines how a reverse mortgage works in Canada and how to decide if it's the right choice for your financial future.

For a second year, FAFSA will again be delayed

Chalkbeat reports that the U.S. Department of Education is taking a new approach this year that will improve the FAFSA experience for students and their families.

Which states have a thriving small-business landscape, according to data?

U.S. NAICS Codes analyzed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to see which states have the healthiest environments for small businesses.

The 'sandwich generation' is strained: How to save for retirement while caring for kids and aging parents

Caring.com compiled tips from the Family Caregiver Alliance and other organizations to help you save while caring for many generations under one roof.

The worker shortage isn't over. Here are the states where it's most acute.

JobTest.org analyzed Bureau of Labor Statistics data to show where worker shortages are still being felt across the United States.

Despite skepticism about AI's future, tech companies predict AI will continue to explode

To get a sense of how the AI market will grow in the near future, Verbit analyzed financial research and recent data on trends surrounding the technology.

Kids are going back to school during one of the hottest years on record. Here's how heat affects learning.

Record-high global temperatures can have a detrimental impact on education. Study.com examined academic research to see how heat affects learning outcomes.

Top 50 healthcare careers for 2024-2025

Medical Technology Schools lists and examines the top 50 healthcare careers for 2024-2025, including growth potential, salary and overall flexibility.

Car key replacement costs: Can auto insurance help?

CheapInsurance.com looks at average car key replacement costs, DIY options, insurance coverage and prevention tips.

Cities where Millennials and Gen Z have the highest credit card debt

Experian looks into the where and the why behind rising credit card debt among Millennials and Gen Z across the U.S.

10 unscrupulous scams that target senior citizens

Spokeo warns to watch out for numerous senior citizen scams that target their hard-earned savings.

The most common types of car crashes in America

The General used National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data to determine the most common types of car crashes in America.

Inflation, wages and credit: Are younger consumers winning in 2024?

Experian analyzed data from the second quarter of 2024 that shows while costs have risen for consumer goods, the consumer credit market remains healthy—especially among younger borrowers.

The ultimate guide to debt consolidation

Prosper explains how debt consolidation can help you reduce the number of monthly debt payments, secure lower interest rates, reduce the total amount you pay each month, or eliminate creditor fees.

Does car color affect auto insurance?

CheapInsurance.com takes a look at whether or not the color of a car has anything to do with the cost of auto insurance.

More schools are banning smartphones, but kids keep bringing them

CalMatters reports on how California's governor is calling for a statewide crackdown on cell phones in schools, an idea that is gaining traction in multiple states. Schools that banned phones a few years ago have advice on how to make it work.

The Great Wealth Transfer: How to protect your legacy

LegalZoom explains how the richest generations in American history can go about protecting their legacies over the next few decades as fortunes transfer from one generation to the next.

Why one of the most popular apps in the world may finally be poised to take off in the US

WhatsApp isn't particularly popular in the U.S., but could that change? Collabstr analyzed Pew Research to illustrate the global divide.

Payday pains: How to get better control of your money

(BPT) - Have you ever had to skip a fun event with friends due to a temporary lack of cash? If you find it challenging to get through each pay period without running out of money, you're not alone. …

Goal getter’s guide: Tips for upping your credit score game

(BPT) - As soccer players know, you can’t win unless you have a game plan. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal savings rate in the U.S. hovers below 4%, while …

Salespeople represent 10% of the workforce in these 6 states. Here's what it means for businesses and their workers.

Xactly utilized Bureau of Labor Statistics data to identify areas with the highest concentrations of workers in sales and related occupations.

Americans aren't as enthusiastic about their jobs as they used to be. Is hybrid work killing employee engagement?

Gen Z workers feel disconnected from company culture. Wysa analyzed Gallup data to show how employees are growing less engaged with their workplaces.

States where traffic volumes are increasing most

Truck Parking Club used Federal Highway Administration data to show states where traffic volumes increased most from April 2023 to 2024.

'Our pay has not kept pace': Rideshare driver discontent grows with rising insurance and maintenance costs

Insurify used its proprietary database to determine average rideshare car insurance rates and surveyed drivers to uncover working challenges in 2024.

AI gold rush: Proprietary trading firms race to lead the future of finance

Benzinga explains how artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword in finance and is set to revolutionize the way proprietary trading firms operate.

- Will this be the year K-12 students recover from the pandemic's effect on learning?
  
  HeyTutor analyzed reports and academic research to see how pandemic learning loss might impact students in the 2024-2025 school year.
- These are the most common names for Ivy League grads
  
  Spokeo conducted a study to find the most common first and last names for Ivy League graduates.
- Financial advisors in these states saw the biggest pay jumps
  
  SmartAsset ranked U.S. states by the percent increase in median pay that personal financial advisors saw over the course of one year.
- Berkshire Hathaway's cash hoard rekindles Tesla investment chatter
  
  Benzinga reports on Berkshire Hathaway's $277 billion cash hoard that had Tesla investors hoping for an investment in its company.
- Largest college campuses in the US by acreage
  
  LawnStarter ranked the campuses of four-year colleges and universities in the U.S., based on acreage provided on school websites and 2022-2023 …
- How to do a QR code campaign like Taylor Swift's
  
  Uniqode reports on what made Taylor Swift's QR Code campaign successful and what lessons any business can learn from it.
- Be on the lookout for these common phone scam area codes
  
  Spokeo fills you in on what you need to know about phone scam calls and how to get rid of the bothersome numbers.
- Where are all these trucks headed? The top freight destinations from each state.
  
  Truck Parking Club used Bureau of Transportation Statistics data to identify the top destinations of domestic freight from each state.
- To be a top earner in these states, your annual salary will need to top $1 million
  
  SmartAsset ranked states based on the minimum pre-tax income needed to be considered a top 1% earner, based on the latest IRS tax return data.