How much does a new HVAC system really cost in 2026?

A new HVAC system is one of the larger home expenses that many homeowners will face this year. Zimmytws/Getty Images Rising energy costs, higher equipment standards and persistent labor shortages have made home upgrades more expensive across the board this year. In turn, replacing a major system like HVAC equipment can feel especially daunting right … Read more

Releasing cool water protects fish in the Grand Canyon. That comes at cost to hydropower

As the Colorado River and its once massive reservoirs shrink from overuse and climate change, officials are faced with a decision that pits conservation against ratepayer costs for electricity. To fight off predators of the humpback chub, a threatened fish native to the river, Glen Canyon Dam in northern Arizona would need to do what … Read more

White Label SEO vs In-House Team Cost Comparison

Picture this: you sign a new client on Friday and they want rankings by Monday. Do you hire another SEO specialist or fire up a white-label campaign overnight? That single build-versus-buy call shapes your profit curve for the year. A fully loaded U.S. SEO manager costs about $86,800 a year, while AgencyPlatform’s white-label plans start … Read more

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote, even as it cost him his seat

WASHINGTON — Returning to the U.S. Capitol after a stinging primary reelection loss, Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said Monday evening that he has no regrets about his “momentous” vote to convict President Donald Trump on impeachment charges five years ago. “I voted to uphold the Constitution. It may have cost me my seat, … Read more

Energy cost spike from Iran war sends inflation soaring to highest level in nearly 3 years

Inflation is now at its highest level in nearly three years, in large part due to skyrocketing energy costs from the Iran war. Arjun Murti, partner at the energy sector firm Veriten and author of the energy-focused Substack newsletter “Super-Spiked,” joins with analysis. Source link

Trump’s proposed ‘Golden Dome’ estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than he initially said

President Donald Trump’s plan to put weapons in space, called the “Golden Dome for America” missile defense program, is estimated to cost much more than he originally said WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s plan to put weapons in space — pitched as a “Golden Dome for America” missile defense program — is … Read more