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06/02/2026

Summer travel may come with higher costs this year, as airfare, gas, lodging, dining, and activities all reflect broader price pressures.

Average domestic airfare is about $383, up $89 from last year, while gas prices have risen $1.42 per gallon from a year earlier.

Other travel-related expenses are also higher. Activities are up by more than 5.5%, lodging costs are up by 4.3%, and dining out prices are up by more than 3.6%.

Even with higher prices, many Americans are still taking trips, though some may choose destinations closer to home to help manage overall costs.

These trends show how inflation can affect more than everyday essentials — it can also shape how households approach travel, leisure, and seasonal spending.


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Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.

05/25/2026

With deepest gratitude, we honor our fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

05/16/2026

Thank you to all who have served our country. We honor and appreciate you today and every day.

05/05/2026

If you or someone in your family is still in school—or heading back in the fall—now is the time to make sure your FAFSA form is in.

A few things worth knowing:
⏰ The federal deadline is June 30. State and school deadlines are often earlier.
⏰ Many types of aid are first-come, first-served. Waiting could cost money.
⏰ You can make corrections after submission, but the form needs to be in first.

Don't let a deadline get in the way of money that's already available to you.

05/05/2026

A common online security tool is now being used in a new type of scam.

Cybercriminals are increasingly using fake CAPTCHA prompts — the familiar “I’m not a robot” checks — to trick users into taking actions that can compromise their devices.

Instead of a simple verification, these prompts may ask users to click “Allow,” enable notifications, or follow additional steps that can lead to persistent pop-ups, phishing attempts, or unwanted software.

These scams often appear through ads, suspicious links, or redirected web pages, making them harder to spot at first glance.

Security experts note that legitimate CAPTCHA tests do not require enabling notifications, downloading files, or entering system commands — making those requests a potential red flag.

As these tactics evolve, staying cautious when interacting with unexpected prompts can help reduce exposure to online threats.


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Cybercriminals are increasingly using fake CAPTCHA prompts to trick users into enabling malware and scam notifications Security experts warn the ta

04/23/2026

The Treasury Department in January said more than a million people have signed up for Trump accounts. Are you eligible?

04/22/2026

Great wine and great wealth have something in common—they both reward patience. 🍷

Behind every perfect vintage is time, care, and consistency. The same goes for your financial strategy. The goal isn't quick wins or a perfect growing season, but something that matures over time.

Let's raise a glass to long summer nights with friends, trusted bottles full of years of promise, and a life worth savoring.

Salut! 🥂

07/05/2025

A Galaxy in Full Color? Yes, Please. 🌌✨
The Sculptor galaxy just got a serious glow-up. Thanks to 50 hours of observation using the Very Large Telescope in Chile, astronomers have stitched together a breathtaking image of this nearby starburst galaxy, revealing it in thousands of colors.

We're talking purples, golds, and deep pinks radiating across 65,000 light-years. It’s not just beautiful—it’s science in action. Every hue tells us something about the age, movement, and makeup of the stars, dust, and gas inside.

Sculptor is close enough to study in detail, but vast enough to take your breath away.

Sometimes the universe gives us a masterpiece. This is one of those times. 🌠


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Astronomers have revealed a nearby spiral galaxy in all its brilliant glory, shining in thousands of colors.

07/02/2025

Amazon's Prime Day will run for four days from July 8-11, doubling the length of the annual sale event.