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The 25 college majors that may be safest from AI, ranked

Incoming college students may now consider AI safety when choosing what major to pursue.travelview/Getty ImagesA working paper by Census Bureau researchers measured AI exposure in entry-level jobs ...

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It's About to Get Harder to Get a Refund for Delayed Flights

On October 19, a new rule by the Department of Transportation (DOT) will narrow the definition of what kind of flight disruptions are categorized as "air carrier d...

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Buyers are shopping for cheaper cars. New-car prices are still near a record.

New vehicle prices are just $52 away from a fresh record high.FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty ImagesShoppers are turning to smaller cars as gas and vehicle prices keep climbing.They're even willing...

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Bankers are shoring up their defenses against rogue AI agents

Major bank executives are concerned about the risks posed by rogue AI agents to their systems.Chris Hondros/Getty ImagesMajor banks reported earnings this week, and executives spotlighted one big c...

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Elon Musk says SpaceX will pay back anyone whose Grok AI agent makes a rogue purchase

SpaceX "will make you whole" if your AI agent makes unauthorized purchases, Musk said on X.Win McNamee/Getty ImagesElon Musk says SpaceX "will make you whole" if your Grok AI agent makes unauthoriz...

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What the Midterms Mean for Your Stock Portfolio

Positioning your portfolio with the outcome of electoral politics in mind is a bad idea. So if you're planning on messing with your allocations ahead of November's...

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Do This Before Acting on AI Financial Advice

AI became a larger part of our ordinary lives quickly. We already had AI assistants like Amazon's Alexa and Apple's Siri. And in March, Amazon added a health assis...

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What to Make of the Bond Market Rout

Bonds are suffering a rough spell, but this is not 2022, when fixed-income investments disgorged more than 10%. Even after several losing weeks, and despite palpab...

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Is an $80K Pool the Best Way to Lure the Grandkids Over?

We retired last year at 65 with $1.1 million, and our $6K monthly Social Security covers most of our expenses. I want to spend $80K on a pool so it's more fun for ...

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Social Security Tax Limit Increases for 2027: Who Pays More?

You probably know that money is taken out of your paycheck to help fund the Social Security program. But did you know there's a limit on how much of your income is...

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Turning 65? 5 Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid

I talk to a lot of 65-year-olds, and one of the biggest fears they have is making a mistake with Medicare. It's hard not to be afraid when you keep hearing well-in...

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What Are the Smartest CDs to Consider Right Now?

If you want guaranteed returns on some of your cash, it's hard not to consider a certificate of deposit. Some of the best CD rates offer higher APYs than high-yiel...

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Nasdaq Nosedives as AI Boosts Consumer Prices: Stock Market Today

Treasury yields surged and equity indexes sank after the government said consumer prices rose last month at a faster clip than Wall Street forecast. Technology and...

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Suze Orman says a $1.6 million retirement tax move could backfire

Retirement account rollovers can look deceptively simple. Moving a large balance from one account to another sounds like a transfer. The difference in how the two are taxed is where many retirees e...

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At 63 He Collects Social Security and Pulls $90,000 a Year From His IRA. The Earnings Test Everyone Warned Him About Has Never Touched His Check, Because the Agency Only Counts Wages

The post At 63 He Collects Social Security and Pulls $90,000 a Year From His IRA. The Earnings Test Everyone Warned Him About Has Never Touched His Check, Because the Agency Only Counts Wages appea...

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