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Just 62 people control more wealth than half the world's population: studyAn Oxfam study indicates that 62 people, most of them men, now control over half the world鈥檚 wealth. According to the report, the group holds the same amount of wealth as the world's poorest 3.6 billion citizens.聽
Opinion: six responses to Bernie skepticsBernie's rise in the polls has been coupled by criticism, but there are plenty of reasons to suggest that he may be a viable candidate.
NASA says it's making progress on a hybrid airplane engineNASA is experimenting on a hybrid plane engine that would help reduce emissions.
Retirement: Some annuities can work, but proceed with cautionAnnuities worked into retirement plans have gotten a bad rap over the years, thanks in part to high fees and some questionable sales practices. But they鈥檙e not all bad.
Coffee with your investing? At Society of Grownups, a cozy twist to financial planning.Society of Grownups is one of the latest financial services startups attempting聽to make the stiff formality of investing and financial advice more accessible to a Millennial clientele with shifting financial needs.聽- Why NYC won't crack down on Uber price hikesThe San Francisco ride-hailing service has long defended price surging saying it is a good incentive that encourages drivers to get on the roads during the busy times.
Should you lend money to friends and family?Loaning money to friends and family is one of life's greatest dilemmas. If you do decide to go that route, it's important to remember these dos and don'ts.聽
Retirement planning: Three things to consider when choosing a planAn IRA or employer-sponsored plan? Roth or traditional? Consider these key factors when figuring it out.聽
Gyms will try to hook you in January. Don't fall for it.Joining a gym in January means you may encounter high-pressure tactics. This is the busy season for gyms, and fitness companies are eager to take your money during the post-holiday 'gold rush.'
Who won on tax policy in last night's GOP debate?Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz battled it out over whether Cruz's proposed tax policy would be a Value Added Tax.
What is adjusted gross income (AGI)? The answer will help on your taxesHere's how to calculate your adjusted gross income for your tax bills.
Obama: No new federal leases for coal mining companiesThe ban will not have an immediate effect on the production of coal, or the jobs in the industry, as the current leases are sufficient, and can produce enough coal to supply demand for at least 20 years.
Why is Walmart closing 269 stores?The retail giant is shuttering stores around the world. The closures could foreshadow a desire for greater adaptability.
Why Americans are anxious, despite a low 'misery index'The qualms of many Americans reveal a disconnect between how the economy looks on paper and how it appears to the public.
Four phone calls that will save you big every monthThere are a few essential calls you should be making in order to save big on regular expenses like your cell phone bill.
Why all Chipotle restaurants are closing on Feb. 8The food company, which built a reputation on serving 'food with integrity,' has a lot of work to do to salvage a tarnished reputation after a rash of food safety scandals swept through its restaurants last fall.
Fourteen free fitness apps to get in shape for 2016There are a ton of free fitness apps out there to help you keep, or start, a New Year's resolution.聽
The Feds have a three-point plan to accelerate rollout of new technology in carsSeveral federal agencies are beginning to roll out new plans that will help accelerate the development of things like autonomous technology in cars.
2016 Chevy Camaro SS is the best car to buy this yearThe 2016 Chevy Camaro SS is the best sports car deal on the market, keeping up with muscle cars from Porsche, Mercedes, and Ford at the price of a decent minivan.聽
Presidential debates: Five tough questions that should be askedTonight鈥檚聽Republican and聽Sunday鈥檚聽Democratic debates are opportunities to ditch the zingers and have long-overdue conversations on serious economic policy issues, from opportunities for the middle class to tax reform and paying for college.聽
