Cartoons
Cartoon: When a Video Meeting Suddenly Says Your Name
A relatable workplace cartoon about the instant panic that follows when someone says your name during a video meeting.
Technology
UN Warns AI Is Scaling Scam Networks. What to Check First
A new UNODC report says scam networks are using AI, crypto and encrypted platforms to reach victims faster, making old fraud warnings less reliable.
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Business
5 Things You’re Doing as a Small-Business Owner That Are Pissing Off Your Accountant
Five small-business bookkeeping habits that frustrate accountants, create tax risk and waste money—and a practical midyear reset before September 15.
Technology
Using AI at Work? Gallup Says Specific Tasks Deliver Bigger Gains
Workplace AI use is rising fast. New Gallup data shows which tasks deliver the strongest reported productivity gains and how to use AI without creating more work for colleagues.
Cartoons
Cartoon: Britain’s AI Boom Predicts Its Own Water Shortage
A two-panel editorial cartoon about Britain’s AI growth plans, data-center cooling demand and the water forecast that left data centers out.
Markets
James Patten Gets 21 Months in $100M Deli Fraud. How the Scheme Worked
James Patten was sentenced to 21 months in prison in the $100 million New Jersey deli fraud case. Here is how the stock manipulation worked.
Personal Finance
Before You Borrow for 2026-27, Check the New Student Loan Rules
Federal student loan rules changed for the 2026-27 aid year. Here is what borrowers and parents should check before accepting loans or choosing a repayment path.
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Personal Finance
Student Loan Default Checklist: What to Do Before Garnishment
A practical checklist for federal student loan borrowers in default or close to it, including what to check before wage garnishment, Treasury offset or automatic plan changes.
Business
Who Really Pays Tariffs—and When Do They Bring Business Back?
Who pays a tariff, how it changes competition, and the conditions that determine whether it creates U.S. factories or just higher prices and diverted trade.
Markets
Chip Rebound Dominates the Day’s Biggest Stock Movers
Semiconductor and storage stocks led the largest U.S. gainers on July 21, 2026, while Hasbro and 3M jumped after stronger results and higher guidance.
Markets
Why Danaher and MSCI Led the Stock Market’s Biggest Losers
Danaher, MSCI, Halliburton, Equifax, Tyler Technologies, Gartner and CrowdStrike were among Tuesday’s largest S&P 500 losers. Here is what the filings show — and what remains uncertain.
World
India's Cockroach Movement Halts Marches but Keeps Protest Alive
India's Cockroach Janta Party protest is still camped in New Delhi after police used force near Parliament. Here is what changed, what protesters want, and what happens next.
World
UK Electricity VAT Cut Starts Oct. 1. What Households Should Check
The UK government says domestic electricity VAT will drop to zero from October 1, 2026, with an expected roughly 45 pound annual price-cap effect and a Budget test still ahead.
Business
Judge Pauses Paramount-Warner Deal. What Changes for Viewers?
A federal judge paused the proposed Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery deal after a 12-state antitrust challenge. Here is what the delay means for viewers, workers and the next court date.
Personal Finance
August 2026 SSI Payment Arrives July 31. Budget It Like August Money
SSI recipients will see the August 2026 payment arrive on Friday, July 31, because August 1 is a Saturday. Here is what to budget, what dates to check, and when to contact Social Security if a payment is late.
Culture
Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Makes Disney's Premium-Screen Bet Clear
The Avengers: Doomsday trailer is also Disney's biggest pitch yet for Infinity Vision. Here is what the label means before the film opens Dec. 18.
Health
Lettuce Recall Checklist: What to Toss, Clean and Ask First
A practical checklist for checking recalled iceberg lettuce, cleaning surfaces, asking restaurants about lettuce sources and knowing when to contact a health care provider.
Business
Target Cat & Jack Sandal Recall: How to Check Sizes and Get a Refund
Check whether your child’s Cat & Jack sandals are in Target recall 26-629 and learn how to return affected pairs for a full refund.
Business
Corporate Landlords List Twice as Many Homes Ahead of Buying Ban
Corporate landlords are listing more U.S. rental homes for sale ahead of a federal ban on new institutional purchases. Here are the numbers, exceptions and timing.
Climate
Heat Index or HeatRisk? What to Check Before Going Outside
A practical heat-safety checklist explaining when to use heat index, NWS HeatRisk and wet bulb globe temperature before outdoor plans.