More than 80% of people in the U.S. say, “We are in a better place than we were a year ago,” according to the Axios/Ipsos Coronavirus index, as many say Read more
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Americans are lonelier than ever — and that’s bad for your health
“Happy” Thanksgiving. “Merry” Christmas. “Happy” New Year. We’re conditioned to think that the holidays, which are about to begin, are meant to be joyous times with family and friends. TV Read more
With Senate results too close to call, food-aid programs for low-income Americans hang in the balance, and mortgage refinancing demand falls to lowest level since 2000
Hi, MarketWatchers. Don’t miss these top stories. With Senate results too close to call, food-aid programs for low-income Americans hang in the balance The farm bill determines everything from agricultural Read more
Food-aid programs for low-income Americans hang in the balance — with Senate results still too close to call
The midterm election results will have far-reaching effects, including on low-income Americans. The reauthorization of the Farm Bill in 2023 may depend on the results of Tuesday’s elections, said Elaine Read more
Americans are buying more luxury cars than ever
The price of the average new car in America sat 6.1% higher at the end of September than it did one year before, partially due to inflation. But another factor is driving Read more
‘Turkey is non-negotiable’: Americans refuse to skip Thanksgiving turkey in favor of cheaper alternatives, despite soaring food prices
Americans are clipping their wings, but not cutting them out of Thanksgiving. Half of those planning to host Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 24 have already purchased their turkey, according to Read more
A majority Americans want to live in a place with strong gun-control laws: Redfin poll
As Americans head to the midterm elections this month, several issues pertaining to housing weigh on their minds, according to a new survey. The survey by real-estate brokerage Redfin RDFN, Read more
A majority of Americans want to live in a place with strong gun-control laws and IRS should brace for ‘broad and deep’ scrutiny if Republicans win midterm elections. Here’s why every taxpayer should care.
Hi, MarketWatchers. Don’t miss these top stories. A majority of Americans want to live in a place with strong gun-control laws: Redfin poll A new survey reveals what’s on voters’ Read more
Food prices keep rising. Food-company execs are betting Americans will keep paying.
Even as rampant inflation in food prices leaches away consumer spending power and disproportionately affects lower-income consumers, food-company executives and Wall Street analysts believe that Americans will continue to buy Read more
Americans consider side gigs as a way to fight inflation
Do you feel like you need to take on a second job to keep up with rising prices? If so, you’re not alone. The cost of living rose 8.2% in Read more