More Americans are turning to artificial intelligence to manage their finances. But the tech shouldn’t be the only tool you rely on to deal with money matters, according to CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger. “I think AI can be great for general education. How do I read my pay stub? What’s the difference between … Read more
U.S. diesel prices jumped above $5 a gallon on Tuesday, marking the highest level since December 2022, as the strain on global energy markets from the war with Iran continues to ripple through the American economy. Diesel prices reached $5.04 a gallon, up from $4.78 a week ago and from $3.65 over a month ago, according … Read more
Top Iranian security official Ali Larijani was killed in overnight strikes, Israel said Tuesday, marking a significant moment for the Islamic Republic in the conflict. Israeli defense minister Israel Katz said in a statement that Larijani was “eliminated.” There was no immediate confirmation out of Iran on his apparent killing. Larijani, the head of Iran’s … Read more
Money market accounts could make sense in today’s rate landscape, but are they really the best option for savers? Andrii Yalanskyi/Getty Images The best place to park your savings right now might not be the account you’ve been hearing about. High-yield savings accounts have dominated the conversation among savers for the better part of two … Read more
March Madness begins this week with the First Four games on Tuesday and the tournament officially tipping off on Thursday. CBS Sports college basketball insider, analyst and sideline reporter Jon Rothstein breaks down the favorites to win it all, powerhouse teams who aren’t the top seeds and possible Cinderellas of the tournament. Source link
NEW YORK — Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, with artificial intelligence likely increasing fraud attempts, according to the consumer protection bureau of the Federal Trade Commission. Consumer advocates and government officials urge the public to stay wary, to stop and think before engaging with … Read more
“Sinners” could be set up for a historic night at the 2026 Oscars after already breaking the record for most nominations ever — 16 — and bringing in nearly $370 million worldwide at the box office. But it could face stiff competition from contenders like “One Battle After Another” and “Marty Supreme” at Hollywood’s marquee … Read more
LOS ANGELES — Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi. Representing the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, pi is approximately equal to 3.14159 — but its digits go on forever. In school, you … Read more
The oil supply shock from the Iran war is directly impacting what Americans pay to fill up their cars, with gasoline prices up an average of roughly 60 cents since hostilities erupted on February 28. But just how much does the cost of oil factor into how much drivers pay to fuel up? “The price of … Read more
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax overhauls that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans. The two bills — one backed by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, and the other from Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland — are rolling out as Republicans tout the impact of the tax cuts enacted under … Read more