The U.S. housing market has a pricing problem, and sellers are starting to feel it. More than one in five homes for sale now carries a price cut as high mortgage rates keep many potential buyers on th…
“Nobody is Thinking Anymore”: Frustrated Engineer Reveals the ‘Soul-sucking’ Reality of AI in Corporates
Artificial intelligence was supposed to save software engineers from tedious work. One engineer says the reality at his company looks very different. Instead of gaining more time to solve difficult pr…
Can an Iced Coffee Affect a Job Interview? Recruiters Weigh In
An iced coffee may seem like an ordinary drink, but in 2026, even a takeaway cup has become part of a larger conversation about job interviews. A viral TikTok from recruiter Caitlin Wehniainen sparked…
Hong Kong Expands Its Economic Vision With a New Five-Year Plan
Hong Kong is setting a broader economic course with its first five-year development plan. Chief Executive John Lee presented the plan to the legislature on Wednesday, outlining goals that reach beyond…
U.S. 401(k) Balances Hit Record High as Stock Market Strength Boosts Retirement Savings
Americans just got a sizable boost to their retirement savings. The average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026, according to new data from Fidelity Investments. Tha…
Hoda Kotb Credits Sandra Bullock for Inspiring Her Adoption Journey
Hoda Kotb has shared a deeply personal moment that changed how she viewed motherhood. Years ago, when she feared she had missed her chance to have children, Sandra Bullock’s decision to adopt her son …
Sandra Bullock Calls Split From Jesse James a ‘Really Dark Time’
Sandra Bullock rarely gives the public a detailed look at the hardest parts of her private life. This time, the Oscar-winning actress, 62, opened up about a painful chapter that unfolded just as she b…
US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Hits 6.71%, Highest Since July 2025
The cost of financing a home in the US moved higher this week, adding another challenge for buyers already facing stretched housing budgets. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate reached its highest…
San Francisco Home Prices Hit Decade High as AI Millionaires Flood the Market
San Francisco real estate has found another gear. After years of pandemic moves, remote work debates, and questions about the city’s future, wealthy buyers are fighting over homes again. This ti…
Canada Boosts Defense Industry as U.S. Relations Face New Strains
Canada is making a major shift in how it approaches defense spending. As relations with the United States become more strained, the country is putting more money into its own military supply chains an…