Starmer’s Mandelson nightmare never ends. This time, it may cost him his job as U.K. leader

LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer probably wishes he had never heard the name Peter Mandelson. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Starmer is again facing questions over his future. And again, it’s do with his misguided decision to appoint a self-professed “best pal” of … Read more

The Iran war’s next hidden cost: Higher prices for plastic

Nearly every American consumer staple, from fresh produce and baked goods to household supplies and medical equipment, has been packed at some point in lightweight, flexible plastic sacks, known in the industry as poly bags. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Elevated gas prices have already … Read more

Taking train to New Jersey World Cup games? It’ll cost fans $150

Days after the high cost of World Cup fees became a political football, officials in New Jersey on Friday revealed the final price fans will face just to get to the stadium. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Roundtrip tickets via train to MetLife Stadium — … Read more

The Iran war has caused the cost of jet fuel to surge. Here’s how travelers are impacted.

Since the war in Iran began, the cost of jet fuel has doubled due to shortages. Now, the head of the International Energy Agency says Europe has “maybe six weeks or so” of jet fuel left if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue. Airlines around the world are now canceling flights and increasing fares … Read more

Here’s who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost

Spending on AI subscriptions is starting to become a part of some households’ budgets as users choose to upgrade to more powerful versions of publicly available generative AI tools, like OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The share of U.S. households that now pays for a generative AI subscription is up roughly 155% compared to last year, according to new … Read more

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani says Iran war is worsening a cost of living crisis

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday condemned the U.S. war with Iran, saying it has inflated costs in New York City that were already high. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “While this war has exacerbated a cost of living crisis, that is a … Read more

Sex crimes could cost lawmakers taxpayer-funded pensions under Hawley’s new proposal

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX – A Senate Republican wants to prevent lawmakers convicted of sex crimes from receiving their taxpayer-funded retirements after leaving office. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., is introducing new legislation, first obtained by Fox News Digital, to close a gap in federal law that strips pensions … Read more

Tax day is this week: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! With Tax Day arriving this week, millions of filers are rushing to submit returns—often increasing the chances of simple but costly mistakes. Even minor errors, like incorrect personal details or overlooked income, can delay refunds, trigger IRS notices, or lead to penalties that take time and money … Read more

How much does a HELOC cost monthly at today’s rates?

Homeowners need to carefully calculate their potential monthly HELOC costs before formally applying. Zhanna Hapanovich/Getty Images Borrowing money should always be done carefully and strategically. And that’s especially true when turning to home equity as the funding source. Failure to repay here can easily result in the home in question being foreclosed on, putting the … Read more

Americans expect to delay retirement by 4 years as cost of living rises, study finds

Americans expect to work about four years longer than they’d like as rising living costs and health care expenses reshape their retirement plans, according to new research from Economist Enterprise. Only 1 in 5 workers say they want to stay in the labor force longer because they enjoy their jobs, according to the report, which was published … Read more