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From LeapFrog to Furby: Meet the voices behind your favorite holiday toys Nickie Bryar was toy shopping for her nephew when she heard a familiar voice carry over from the next aisle: her own.  Someone had pressed the button on a Fisher Price video game controller-themed toy, and Bryar’s voice began to sing. “Orange, purple

These seven US salaries explain what it means to be rich in 2024 Is a six-figure salary enough to make anyone feel wealthy these days? How about a $500,000 salary?  In this inflationary era, benchmarks of wealth are moving targets. Everything seems to cost more.   Cumulative inflation has raised prices by 22% since early 2020

These 2 cryptocurrencies could skyrocket in 2025 Bitcoin may be up 145% this year, but it's hardly alone. Many other top cryptocurrencies are also turning in triple-digit returns, setting up an interesting dilemma for investors as we head into 2025. Should you stick to Bitcoin, or is it time to look for other cryptocurrencies that could

Is Big Lots closing? What to know as company announces 'going out of business' sales After months of store closures and filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, Big Lots is preparing to close all of its locations, according to a press release issued by the company on Thursday. More than 400 stores have already been

Oysters and clams recalled for potential contamination with norovirus The United States Food and Drug Administration issued multiple advisories on Wednesday for oysters and clams that they say could be contaminated with norovirus, a serious gastrointestinal illness. The recalled oysters originated from British Columbia, Canada, with a recall first being issued in California. "Consumers should

'Gift that keeps on brewing:' Sheetz offers customers free coffee for holiday season People in need of a caffeine fix next week can head to Sheetz, who plans to offer free cups of Joe to celebrate the holiday season. The convenience store chain will offer customers one free self-serve coffee at over 750 Sheetz locations

Will a government shutdown affect Social Security checks? Here's what you need to know A government shutdown may not be the gift Americans had on their list this holiday season. But the potential for one looms Friday. A shutdown became more likely after President-elect Donald Trump opposed a bipartisan plan reached Wednesday to keep the government funded through mid-March.

Wall Street recovers from steep decline on Fed's higher inflation view Wall Street clawed back some of Wednesday's steep losses after the Federal Reserve pulled back its forecast for rate cuts next year. The Fed lowered its benchmark, short-term fed funds rate late Wednesday by a quarter percentage point, as expected, but pared back its

Paid biweekly? Here's when you could get an 'extra' paycheck in 2025 People looking to save money for a big trip or financial investment may want to make plans around an "extra" paycheck in their pocket. Employees who get paid on a biweekly basis (every other week) can expect two months with a third paycheck

Will bitcoin crash in 2025? Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is back in the zeitgeist. For better or worse, the leading cryptocurrency is gaining popularity once again after seeing a massive price increase in 2024. After rising around 140% year to date (YTD), the price of bitcoin has now broken through $100,000. Companies like MicroStrategy are buying

Homeownership has been 'okay' for Boomers... and their kids will luck out too Owning a home has long been considered a surefire wealth builder, and new research confirms just how lucky Baby Boomers have had it when it comes to homeownership. The report, released Thursday by mortgage guarantor Freddie Mac, is a reminder of the

The Daily Money: A stacked deck in college admissions? Good morning! It’s Daniel de Visé with your Daily Money. A new court filing in a high-profile lawsuit shows how much of a leg up the children of donors may have in the college admissions process, Zachary Schermele reports.  Emails and internal records from some of