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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

The toilet roll wedding list is this the least romantic gift request ever?

It's much more practical to help a newly married couple out with their weekly shop, as two in five prefer practical gifts over extravagant ones.
Food & drink
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Republican Senator Warns Trump's Tariffs Could Destroy Small Businesses'

Government officials must be honest about the fiscal state and not manipulate fear regarding benefits for vulnerable populations.
#finance
#credit-scores
#student-loans
Non-profit organizations
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Calling Out Industries That Are Actually "Scams," And It's Eye-Opening

Third-party student loan consultants deceive borrowers, leading to unnecessary fees and misconceptions about loans.
Online learning
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Millions of student-loan borrowers are about to be thrown into collections. Some say they're already 'barely scraping by.'

Despite pursuing business education, James Southern faces insurmountable student debt without adequate job opportunities.
Non-profit organizations
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Calling Out Industries That Are Actually "Scams," And It's Eye-Opening

Third-party student loan consultants deceive borrowers, leading to unnecessary fees and misconceptions about loans.
Online learning
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Millions of student-loan borrowers are about to be thrown into collections. Some say they're already 'barely scraping by.'

Despite pursuing business education, James Southern faces insurmountable student debt without adequate job opportunities.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Peace Bridge duty-free shop goes into receivership as cross-border travel plummets | CBC News

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has ruled for the Peace Bridge duty-free shop's receivership due to financial difficulties including millions in debt and unpaid rent.
Canada news
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Credit and Debt: Leveraging the Future for the Present

Borrow from tomorrow to pay for today perpetuates personal and national debt, driven by a psychological bias favoring immediate gratification over long-term financial responsibility.
Mental health
#politics
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's likely new government makes a risky gambit DW 03/12/2025

The new German government aims to change the constitution to enable significant new debt for military and infrastructure funding.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's likely new government makes a risky gambit DW 03/12/2025

The new German government aims to change the constitution to enable significant new debt for military and infrastructure funding.
Arts
fromArtforum
1 month ago

Credit Lines

Christine Sun Kim's artwork powerfully critiques the challenging reality of debt through visual representation, highlighting vulnerability and struggle.
#gen-z
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Gen Z is splurging on pricey concert tickets - which may be why they can't afford to buy a home

Gen Z is incurring significant debt to afford concert tickets, even using rent money to fund such expenses.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Gen Z is splurging on pricey concert tickets - which may be why they can't afford to buy a home

Gen Z is incurring significant debt to afford concert tickets, even using rent money to fund such expenses.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Harriette Cole: I've been dodging him for weeks because I can't repay him. Is there a way out of this?

I have been dodging him for weeks now, but that's not like me. I don't want to be the kind of person who doesn't face their responsibilities.
Mental health
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Rachel Reeves's spending cuts: a choice, not an economic necessity | Editorial

The narrative of austerity in Britain is a political construct, masking self-imposed financial constraints.
#cannabis-industry
NYC startup
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Omnium Canna's $233,000 Debt: Where Is Howard Hoffman, and Why Has Omnium Gone Silent? | stupidDOPE

Omnium Canna owes $233,000 for work done, and the responsible parties are unaccountable.
NYC startup
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Omnium Canna's $233,000 Debt: Where Is Howard Hoffman, and Why Has Omnium Gone Silent? | stupidDOPE

Omnium Canna owes $233,000 for work done, and the responsible parties are unaccountable.
NYC startup
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

iRobot tells investors its future is in doubt

iRobot warns of potential shutdown in 12 months due to debt unless refinancing or acquisition occurs.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

More New Yorkers going into debt due to rising food costs, poll finds | amNewYork

New Yorkers are going into debt due to rising food costs and food insecurity.
Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Michael Saylor Has Built A House of Cards That Could Tumble Down | HackerNoon

MicroStrategy's precarious financial position reflects a potential crisis due to massive leveraged Bitcoin investments and significant debt obligations.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Zelensky Says $500 Billion Mineral Deal Is Off the Table but Ukraine Is Open to Negotiations

Ukraine seeks equitable agreement for U.S. aid, rejecting $500 billion debt proposal tied to mineral resources.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | How Trump Could Get Us Into a Debt Crisis

The real risk to U.S. financial stability stems from political leaders' erratic decisions rather than from rising federal debt alone.
fromTruthout
3 months ago

House GOP Advances Budget With Over $1T in Cuts to Medicaid and Food Stamps

Each of our amendments was a direct effort to shield the American people from the reckless cuts embedded in this proposal, cuts that will hurt the most vulnerable.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Well-heeled group that backed recall of Alameda County DA Pamela Price ended year $700,000 in debt

Supporters of Recall Pamela Price reports $697,000 in debt after the recall election, owed mainly to political consultants and a petition-gathering firm.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

Squid Game Season 2 Lacks the Most Disturbing Element of All

The premise of Squid Game is simple and disturbing: debtors compete in children's games for a lottery-size cash prize, but losing results in fatal consequences.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Catriona Carey's 'exceptional' house near Laois-Carlow border goes sale agreed

The property was described in an advertisement as a "stunning property" with spacious, light-filled interiors, indicating the market's demand as it drives up potential sales.
Miscellaneous
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Money guru shares 5 ways to set your kids up for financial success - and some tough love will be necessary

Teaching kids personal finance early promotes financial independence and helps prevent issues like debt or financial mismanagement in adulthood.
#spirit-airlines
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago

5 Signs You're In Over Your Head and Need to Get Professional Financial Help

Living paycheck to paycheck is a significant indicator of financial distress, indicating an urgent need for help in managing expenses and debt commitments.
Business
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago

Sadiq Khan refuses to rule out sending in bailiffs as TfL owed nearly 400m in unpaid Ulez fines

The debt owed to TfL from unpaid clean air levies has skyrocketed to £376 million. Neil Garratt expressed that this amount is alarmingly high, highlighting TfL's escalating issues with bad debts, which have reportedly reached £450 million. Garratt questioned whether bailiffs would be deployed. Mr. Khan acknowledged the dire situation, emphasizing that actions would be contemplated to address this alarming debt, citing a need for accountability among drivers who violate the regulations with substantial outstanding fines.
London politics
fromBBC News
8 months ago

Why is Thames Water in so much trouble?

When Macquarie owned Thames Water, it took billions out in loans and dividends while claiming to invest in infrastructure, raising concerns about financial practices.
Business
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago

Families Are Going Into Debt for Disney Vacations

Disney vacations can lead families into significant debt, especially amid rising living costs.
Parents often view Disney trips as valuable experiences despite the financial strain.
Demand for Disney parks is declining as families reassess travel expenses during economic challenges.
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