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2026 streaming price hikes: Netflix, Spotify, YouTube & more [See the List]
For millions of people who stream their favorite shows, the price of doing so just keeps getting higher and higher. On Friday, YouTube became the latest major streamer to hike its prices. But the company is by no means the only one that has done so recently.
For millions of people who stream their favorite shows, the price of doing so just keeps getting higher and higher. On Friday, YouTube became the latest major streamer to hike its prices. But the company is by no means the only one that has done so recently.
Consumer sentiment plummets as inflation fears surge
The Iran war weighed heavily on the minds of consumers last month when they were asked about their expectations for the economy, a new University of Michigan study found.
The Iran war weighed heavily on the minds of consumers last month when they were asked about their expectations for the economy, a new University of Michigan study found.
Tax Day 2026 freebies and deals
April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.
April 15 is tax day and there are several restaurants offering free food deals to help make paying taxes a bit easier.
IRS: Tax refunds are up this year; here's how much
Tax refunds are surging above past averages. Here's what to know.
Tax refunds are surging above past averages. Here's what to know.
Inflation may see its largest increase in years as gas prices surge
The battle against inflation hit a new roadblock as soaring gas prices are affecting consumers wallets, while complicating the Federal Reserve's path toward lowering interest rates.
The battle against inflation hit a new roadblock as soaring gas prices are affecting consumers wallets, while complicating the Federal Reserve's path toward lowering interest rates.
USPS temporarily suspends pension contributions amid ‘severe financial crisis’
The U.S. Postal Service said it was temporarily suspending contributions to employee pension plans in an effort to “conserve cash” due to an “ongoing, severe financial crisis.”
The U.S. Postal Service said it was temporarily suspending contributions to employee pension plans in an effort to “conserve cash” due to an “ongoing, severe financial crisis.”
Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs. What we know
Disney is conducting a new round of job cuts expected to roll out in the coming weeks. While these layoffs will impact several areas of the business, the marketing department is slated to endure most of the downsizing.
Disney is conducting a new round of job cuts expected to roll out in the coming weeks. While these layoffs will impact several areas of the business, the marketing department is slated to endure most of the downsizing.
5 common mistakes that could be costing American taxpayers thousands of dollars every year
Tax season is closing soon, and here are 5 common mistakes that could be costing American taxpayers thousands of dollars every year.
Tax season is closing soon, and here are 5 common mistakes that could be costing American taxpayers thousands of dollars every year.
It now costs more than $300K to raise a child; here’s how much it costs in your state
Raising a child in America just hit a staggering new milestone – costing families more than $300,000, according to new data. Here's where it's most expensive.
Raising a child in America just hit a staggering new milestone – costing families more than $300,000, according to new data. Here's where it's most expensive.
Oil prices plummet under $100 mark after Trump reveals US-Iran ceasefire
News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.
News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.
What to know about the Strait of Hormuz—and why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
Trump administration proposes cutting 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
Is tipping fatigue real? New report reveals highest (and lowest) tipping states
While many Americans bemoan the number of times they are asked to leave a tip, that does not seem to have made them much stingier when they are ordering food.
While many Americans bemoan the number of times they are asked to leave a tip, that does not seem to have made them much stingier when they are ordering food.
Social Security Administration issues major scam warning for retirees. What to know
The Social Security Administration issued a critical warning for retirees amid a surge in financial scams. Officials are also urging older Americans to protect their benefits by taking these steps.
The Social Security Administration issued a critical warning for retirees amid a surge in financial scams. Officials are also urging older Americans to protect their benefits by taking these steps.
Where gas prices are the highest: A state-by-state breakdown of the average price of gas
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive up the fuel prices around the world. Here in the U.S., prices are well above average in many states across the country, with some regions seeing record highs.
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive up the fuel prices around the world. Here in the U.S., prices are well above average in many states across the country, with some regions seeing record highs.
Cruise line abruptly adds extra charges for passengers; travelers worry others may follow
Since the start of the Iran conflict, oil prices have skyrocketed, and many cruise passengers are worrying they'll be slapped with extra surcharges related to fuel issues in the coming months as a result.
Since the start of the Iran conflict, oil prices have skyrocketed, and many cruise passengers are worrying they'll be slapped with extra surcharges related to fuel issues in the coming months as a result.
Ditch the federal gas tax for a vehicle weight fee, auto trade group CEO says
Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.
Higher fuel efficiency and a lower share of gas-powered vehicles is a bad combination when it comes to paying to repair the nation’s infrastructure, the head of an auto industry trade group argues. In response, he suggests ditching the federal gasoline tax and replacing it with something else.
Saks Global expects to exit bankruptcy this summer after receiving $500M in financing
Saks Global Enterprises filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in January after it missed a $100 million interest payment in December.
Saks Global Enterprises filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in January after it missed a $100 million interest payment in December.
Mortgage rates increasing again amid Iran war
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
Amazon hiking some prices; blames higher fuel costs
Retailer Amazon will be adding a new 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers starting this month. The change comes as a part of the rising energy cost as the conflict with Iran continues.
Retailer Amazon will be adding a new 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers starting this month. The change comes as a part of the rising energy cost as the conflict with Iran continues.