Gas prices had their biggest monthly spike ever in March

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Gas prices rose by more than 20% in March.

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When my kids got their first phones at 10, I made them sign a physical contract. They're teenagers now, and it's still binding.

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The author's kids had to agree to strict rules before getting a cellphone.

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Inflation rose in March to the highest rate in 2 years as the Iran war lifted energy prices

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics published new consumer price index data, including data on energy and gas.

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'Shark Tank' star Kevin O'Leary says you're not rich unless you have $5 million in liquid assets

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"Shark Tank" investor Kevin O'Leary says real wealth is having $5 million in liquid assets.

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United Airlines CEO said he uses this hiring tactic to vibe check job candidates

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said he has well-liked pilots help vet job candidates.

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From free buses to work from home: How the world is reacting to spiking oil prices

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The AAA said that prices

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The USPS is suspending contributions to employee pensions as it warns of a 'pending liquidity crisis'

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A United States Postal Service (USPS) worker carries containers and packages from a vehicle in Tracy, California, US, on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
The USPS plans to raise prices in some of its mail categories by 8% come April 26.

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Tell us about how your city has tried to make life more affordable

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani focused on affordability during his campaign.

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Former Google X exec warns the AI era will break the old rules

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Mo Gawdat is a former chief business officer at Google X and a longtime tech leader who worked on scaling Google in emerging markets.

Gen Z’s Use of AI Is Plateauing as Youth Feel Less Hopeful About the Tech

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Adoption by the rising generation in the workforce could have big implications for the economy.
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