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AI sparks backlash from new graduates. How deep does the disapproval go? -- Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.

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Is the teen summer job a thing of the past? -- A summer job was once a seasonal tradition for millions of American teenagers. No more - here's why fewer young people are expected to clock in when school ends.

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The 10 most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home -- Buyers can still find lower-cost homes in some midsize cities, especially across the Rust Belt and Sun Belt, a new analysis finds.

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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates -- An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees. -- May 19

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Polymarket to let users make prediction market bets on private companies -- Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.

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Which college majors offer the best long-term return on investment? -- College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds. -- May 17

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Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution -- Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.

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As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings -- The national average for a gallon of gasoline has been ticking up since the start of the war with Iran. The latest average of $4.50 a gallon is an increase of over $1.50 since the war started.

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Pay for American workers is lagging inflation - again -- U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power. -- May 18

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How to get your job ads more exposure

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Social Security recipients could receive a large COLA adjustment, forecasters say. Here's how they can earn 4% on their money now. -- Social Security recipients may be in line for a 4% COLA adjustment. Here's how they can earn 4% on their savings now.

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What's the required minimum distribution from a $200,000 retirement account?

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Is silver investing too risky in retirement? Here's what experts say.

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Can debt relief help if you're only behind by one or two payments? -- Falling behind by a payment or two may not seem serious, but your options could narrow if you aren't proactive.

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Can Social Security survivor benefits be garnished for debt?

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Best debt relief companies, plus advice borrowers need to know now

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Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs -- CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed​ and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.

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MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising -- These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.

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Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles -- As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.

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Americans expect to work much longer than they would like. Here's why. -- Many employees expect to retire later as mounting expenses strain budgets, while others hunker down at work as part of the "great stay."

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Americans saving less for retirement - that's a "warning sign," experts say. -- Full-time employees cut their 401(k) participation and contribution rates last year amid an affordability crunch, new research shows.

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EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker -- Employment watchdog accuses the New York Times of violating federal law by passing over a White male journalist for a job. -- May 6

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More Americans are quitting their U.S. jobs to work abroad, study finds -- Since 2021, the share of U.S.-based employees who have left their jobs to work in another country has more than doubled. -- May 1

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