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White House says it’s “deeply unserious” to suggest Trump comments on judges may lead to threats. Here’s what judges say.

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Federal District Judge John Coughenour was unprepared for what happened after he temporarily blocked President Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order last year and called it “blatantly unconstitutional.” He said he faced “dozens if not hundreds” of death threats.  “I’ve been at this for 44 years. I have never encountered the hostility toward the judiciary that … Read more

How advanced is Iran’s nuclear program? Here’s what we know.

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Washington — President Trump is pressuring Iran to either curtail its nuclear program or face potential military strikes, grappling with an issue that has vexed presidents from both parties for decades.  Iran — which denies any nuclear weapons ambitions — has amassed a stockpile of uranium that is enriched to near the level of purity … Read more

Rival bills want to make homebuying more affordable. Here’s how they would tackle the problem.

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With Americans facing a housing affordability crunch, lawmakers from both parties are advancing rival bills aimed at curbing institutional investors’ purchases of single-family homes. One proposal would eliminate tax advantages for large real estate investors, while the other would bar big firms from buying single-family properties altogether. The two proposals come after President Trump reiterated his … Read more

Mortgage rates dip below 6% for the first time in years. Here’s what it means for home buyers.

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Mortgage rates dip below 6% for the first time in years. Here’s what it means for home buyers. – CBS News Watch CBS News For the first time since 2022, 30-year mortgage rates dropped below 6%. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what it means for home buyers and those looking to refinance. Source … Read more

Here’s how Americans say they plan to use their bigger tax refunds this year

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Tax refunds are shaping up to be supersized in 2026, thanks to the “big, beautiful bill” signed into law last summer by President Trump. And many Americans already have plans for how to use that money, according to new findings from Bank of America Global Research The most common use of tax refunds — often the … Read more

If you’ve been wanting to try vibration plates, here’s your chance — this one is 31% off and has over 6,000 5-star reviews

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Chances are, you’ve seen people trying out vibration plates all over your social feeds. The buzzy workout devices vibrate when you stand on them and experts previously told me they cause your muscles to tighten and relax repeatedly to keep your balance, which can make muscles work harder and help you achieve better balance. If … Read more

How much interest can $50,000 earn in 2026? Here’s what to consider.

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A $50,000 deposit into a CD or high-yield savings account could prove to be a lucrative choice this year. BanksPhotos/Getty Images Even after the impact of decades-high inflation in recent years and an elevated interest rate climate that still has a long way to cool further, $50,000 represents a sizable sum of money saved. And … Read more

New Samsung Galaxy S26 phones just dropped: here’s everything you need to know

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Samsung announced new smartphones and earbuds today, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. The brand launches new phones and earbuds in February, having done so consistently for over five years now. All the new products are available for pre-order today, and launch officially on March 11th. I’ve covered Samsung and its … Read more

Trump announces new retirement accounts for Americans without 401(k) plans. Here’s what to know.

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President Trump said during his State of the Union address on Tuesday night that he wants to fix a “gross disparity” in America’s retirement system by creating new accounts for the roughly 56 million Americans who lack an employer-sponsored savings plan. “[H]alf of all of working Americans still do not have access to a retirement … Read more

Here’s what can happen to a retirement portfolio when stocks are volatile (and how to hedge against it)

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When you’re no longer working, serious market swings can be genuinely dangerous to your finances.  Javier Ghersi/Getty Images The stock market has experienced significant ebbs and flows over the past year, with everything from tech innovations to new federal policies driving volatility, and there have been lots of wins and losses as a result. But … Read more