How Long Will You Live? It’s the X Factor in Retirement Planning

A 65-year-old couple faces an 8.7% chance that one partner will reach 100, a risk many retirement budgets fail to account for

Flock Cameras Attract Critics and Vandals. What’s Going On?

More than 120,000 cameras operate across 49 states, while nearly 100 communities have ended contracts amid lawsuits, misuse reports and privacy concerns.

Unemployment Rate Is Falling, but for ‘the Wrong Reason,’ Experts Say

July’s 23,000-job loss and a five-decade-low labor force participation rate reveal why a lower unemployment number may not mean a stronger economy

The $20 Burrito Debate Reveals GOP’s Affordability Rift

Restaurant burritos can start below $4, yet add-ons, delivery fees and tips can push one meal near $20 as food prices keep climbing.

6 Low-Stress Side Hustles That Don’t Require a Car or a Degree

Boost your income without the commute or the credentials. Here are flexible ways to earn extra cash from home.

15 Places With the Highest-Paying Jobs for Electricians Across America

Electricians generate the best earnings in these major metro areas.

Tea vs. Coffee – Which Is Healthier for You and Why?

Both beverages offer unique health benefits, but the winner depends on your caffeine tolerance, health goals and what you add to your cup.

Miami Area Has Shortage of Affordable Home Listings. Who Is Left Out

A 2026 report found middle-income buyers face the biggest supply gap, with just 23% of listings affordable to households earning about $75,000.

Dave Ramsey Says Social Security Is the Side of Fries to Your Retirement Cheeseburger. Say What?

Many Americans treat it as the main, and wonder why their retirement plate leaves them hungry.

Spider-Man Ad Pops Up on BMW Screens. Some Drivers Aren’t Happy

An over-the-air update turned thousands of luxury-car startup screens into movie billboards, raising fresh questions about who controls software after purchase

What Is a Mortgage and How Does It Work? A Beginner’s Guide

A mortgage payment includes more than principal and interest, with taxes, insurance and loan terms shaping your true long-term cost.

This Fee That Eats Into Your Retirement Savings Just Hit a Record Low

Paying less for this can dramatically improve your odds of retiring comfortably.

Money in a Minute for the Week Ending Aug. 7, 2026

Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.

NYC Officials See Increase in West Nile Virus Mosquitoes: What to Know

The city found 612 positive mosquito pools, nearly double last year’s count, and late August is when infections typically peak.

Spokane Fires Burned a Path of Devastation. Experts Say Get Used to It

More than 700 structures are gone, while 65,000 people fled as hot, dry and windy conditions threaten more communities across the West.

5 Perks of Retirement That These Everyday Americans Didn’t See Coming

Once you quit working, the biggest shock might not be the financial impact but a profound physiological shift.

See Which States People Are Packing Up and Moving To

U-Haul’s 52-week report reveals where Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z are heading — and Florida is the only state popular with all four.

U.S. Employers Shed 23,000 Jobs as Labor Market Weakens

July’s job losses and slower wage growth point to a cooling labor market, while the next inflation report could show whether workers are falling further behind.

Men Are Injecting Sketchy Substances in Their Faces for ‘Looksmaxxing.’ Doctors Are Horrified

DIY fillers can trigger infections, autoimmune problems and costly corrective procedures when people inject substances they do not understand.

Here’s How Much Your Spending Will Drop As You Age (and the 1 Cost That Won’t)

Federal data shows retirement spending drops this much every year as you age — but one stubborn cost keeps climbing.

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