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You Drive 5,000 Miles a Year — Does a $700 Car Payment Make Any Sense?

A $700 car payment looks very different when the odometer barely moves. Someone driving 5,000 miles a year could spend thousands on financing while using the vehicle less than 100 miles a week.

Clever Dude · Oct 5

John Oliver stays silent on Paramount-Warner Bros. merger amid speculation over Last Week Tonight’s future

HBO’s parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery, will be absorbed by Paramount to form new company Skydance on Tuesday

The Independent UK · Oct 5

Gen Z has jobs, networks and endless online connections, but still feels lonely: This startup wants to change that

A startup focused on helping young professionals build real-world communities has raised $3.5 million as concerns grow over loneliness among younger workers. Clockout, founded by Krishna Dosapati, connects users with nearby professionals, clubs and events, aiming to move networking beyond screens. The company says its platform is designed to help…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

US stocks enter seasonally strong Q4 with bond yields, AI spending in focus

US stocks enter Q4 with strong seasonal support, but rising Treasury yields, elevated valuations and heavy AI spending create risks. The S&P 500’s direction will hinge on earnings, Federal Reserve policy, AI capital expenditure and November’s midterm elections, as investors weigh further gains against potential market volatility and correction risks.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Netflix’s Own Co-CEO Just Warned of Slowing Growth

Netflix shares were down following co-CEO Sarandos admitting slower growth and a rating cut from an analyst.

Barchart · Oct 4

You’re 65 With a Paid-Off House and $750,000 — What Could You Safely Spend Each Month?

At 65, owning a paid-off house and holding $750,000 in investments gives retirement a very different starting point. Housing no longer includes a mortgage payment, but property taxes, insurance, repairs, utilities, and maintenance still consume cash. The bigger question involves how much of that $750,000 can support monthly spending without…

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 4

HotHands Rechargeable Hand Warmers Recalled as 77,000 Units Sold at Target and Home Depot Pose Fire Risk

About 77,000 HotHands rechargeable hand warmers are recalled due to fire and burn risks. Check model H163650, get a refund, and safely dispose of it.

Medical Daily · Oct 4

7 Backup Plans That Can Help You Survive a Sudden Job Loss

A sudden job loss can turn an ordinary monthly budget into a countdown clock. The paycheck stops, but rent, mortgage payments, insurance premiums, groceries, and other bills keep arriving with impressive punctuality.

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 4

The Great Wealth Transfer Sounds Huge — But Who Is Actually Getting the Money?

The Great Wealth Transfer gets tossed around like every American is about to receive a surprise check. That is not how inheritance works.

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 4

The New Car Gets Better Gas Mileage — But Does That Really Justify a $600 Payment?

A new car can save money at the gas pump and still make the household budget worse. That sounds backwards, especially after watching fuel prices turn every fill-up into a small financial event.

Clever Dude · Oct 4