State Stimulus Payments 2022: Residents in These States Are Getting Checks Next Week (updated) by Dan Avery Some taxpayers will receive tax rebates of up to $1,200 in September. This year to help combat ongoing inflation, many states have been issuing supplemental tax rebates and stimulus payments to eligible residents. While some have already beenContinue reading

Book Review Tuesdays: Finding Tess: A Mother’s Search for Answers in a Dopesick America by Beth Macy.

Finding Tess: A Mother’s Search for Answers in a Dopesick America by Beth Macy My rating: 4 of 5 stars I recently have gone through a situation that has touched my life regarding this subject. I have read the authors Dopesick book and watched the series on Hulu. However, I didn’t know much about thisContinue reading “Book Review Tuesdays: Finding Tess: A Mother’s Search for Answers in a Dopesick America by Beth Macy.”

State Stimulus Payment Update: These States Are Sending Out Checks This Week

In August alone, some taxpayers will receive tax rebates of more than $750. by Dan Avery With inflation still raging across the US, many states have been giving back money to residents in the form of stimulus checks and supplemental tax refunds. While some states issued payments earlier in the year, others are sending outContinue reading “State Stimulus Payment Update: These States Are Sending Out Checks This Week”

True Crime Sundays: Kiely Rodni case: Body found near the last location of missing teen

By Dennis Romero Remains of missing teen Kiely Rodni believed to be found, police say A vehicle that contained human remains was discovered in a California lake near the last estimated location of missing teenager Kiely Rodni, authorities said Sunday night. The discovery in Prosser Lake, about 35 miles west of Reno, Nevada, was announcedContinue reading “True Crime Sundays: Kiely Rodni case: Body found near the last location of missing teen”

Millions of Capital One Customers Are Eligible for $190 Million Settlement: Learn How to Claim It

The deadline for claiming a share of the bank’s massive data-breach settlement is drawing near. In March 2019, more than 100 million Capital One banking customers had personal information exposed in a huge data breach. The payback for victims of that hack will soon arrive, as Capital One’s proposed $190 million settlement is set to receiveContinue reading “Millions of Capital One Customers Are Eligible for $190 Million Settlement: Learn How to Claim It”

What You Need to Know About Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

President Biden’s move means the student loan balances of millions of people could fall by as much as $20,000. This F.A.Q. explains how it will work. By Ron Lieber and Tara Siegel Bernard Published Aug. 24, 2022Updated Aug. 25, 2022, 11:24 a.m. ET President Biden announced on Wednesday that the federal government would cancel up to $20,000 worth of federalContinue reading “What You Need to Know About Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan”

Travel Thursday: Reserve A Private Hot Spring Pool And Stay Toasty At Miracle Hot Springs In Idaho

by Emerson When you’re in desperate need of some “me time”, a visit to one of the best hot springs in Idaho – whether in a natural or resort setting – is simply a must. It’s a good thing the Gem State is home to so many great places to take a long, hot soak!Continue reading “Travel Thursday: Reserve A Private Hot Spring Pool And Stay Toasty At Miracle Hot Springs In Idaho”

Yes, the Earth spun faster than usual on June 29, but scientists say it is not a cause for concern

Earth recorded its shortest day in modern history by 1.59 milliseconds, but scientists say this is not extraordinary because the length of each day fluctuates. Some people on social media (here and here) are wondering if they should be concerned about recent news reports that claimed Earth spun faster than usual on June 29, 2022.  “They broke news ofContinue reading “Yes, the Earth spun faster than usual on June 29, but scientists say it is not a cause for concern”

Book Review Tuesday: The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager

The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager My rating: 3 of 5 stars This was selected for me by both of my book clubs. I had a hard time coming around, but once I did I was curious. The end was not what I had anticipated at all, but interesting. The story is takingContinue reading “Book Review Tuesday: The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager”

9 Ugly Truths About Life Most People Don’t Want to Accept

by Sinem Gunel If we had to choose between an uncomfortable truth and a pleasant lie, most of us would happily take the lie. We often say we want to know the truth but make comfortable decisions that sugarcoat reality. In reality, we seek comfort instead of truth because we’re afraid of dealing with challenges. Yet, weContinue reading “9 Ugly Truths About Life Most People Don’t Want to Accept”