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The initiative should deliver close to 50 million meals to the hungry in the next five years.
Why they're quitting and what you can do to avoid losing more of them.
As many as one in every three Americans have $0 saved for retirement--with women being 27 percent more likely to have saved nothing than men.
6 ways to build up retirement savings even while you pay down debt.
Adam LaRouche, who play[ed] for the Chicago White Sox, just quit. The reason why is controversial.
Increased employee engagement and fun may outweigh loss in productivity
The paywalls rumored to be coming to Apple News haven't arrived yet, but now it seems that another source of revenue could be on the way in the form of ads that resemble the articles surrounding them.
8 ways to prepare yourself and your finances for buying a home this spring
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Difficulty level? Easy. Cost? Zero dollars.
Are you sending up red flags for your writing abilities?
Verizon agreed to a $1.35 million settlement with the FCC relating to the firm's illegal use of supercookies directed towards its customers.
85% of employees report being overworked and under-appreciated. Isn't it about time you did something about that?
Think yogurt, eggs, bananas, spinach, and walnuts are top notch? They sure are, but add these 5 ingredients to your daily menu and you might boost productivity even more!
Employee appreciation day is this Friday. Make it the beginning of a new era of appreciation.
Sprint announced it will partner up with U.K. retailer Dixons Carphone to open 500 new stores here in the U.S. Cost and ownership of the stores will be evenly split between the two companies.
How spending a bit more can turn your flight into a profit center.
MasterCard's bringing "selfie pay" to more countries through an update to its identity check app. Soon, users will be able to authenticate payments by snapping a photo of themselves.
The FBI claims it wants Apple to unlock only one iPhone, but the battle over cell-phone encryption could go far beyond than that.
College doesn't always prepare you for life after graduation.
8 considerations for getting out of debt and rebuilding your credit.
After slumping through the Great Recession, the auto industry is back to boom times as millions of people (17.5 million, to be approximate) bought new cars and trucks during 2015.
Fliers are fed up with rotten in-flight Wi-Fi, and so is American Airlines.
5 milestones to help young adults learn to build credit without building up debt
The deadline for filing your taxes steadily approaching. For those of you with active lifestyles, or an aversion to actual computers, we bring you 10 of our favorite tax apps.
8 ways to get out of debt, on your own or with help from a professional.
While the IRS doesn't expect any "major disruptions," it's undeniable that the e-file server crash is having an adverse impact on individuals hoping to file their tax returns this week.
The final quarter of 2015 saw record revenue for Alphabet, the parent company of Google. And based on market capitalization, Alphabet has now surpassed Apple as the most valuable company on the planet.
Google is going to great heights for Internet. In a new initiative known as Project Skybender, the Silicon Valley giant is looking into employing solar-powered drones to beam down 5G Internet.
9 ways to skip debt and ramp up on style for your house or apartment.
The Java browser plugin, which allows certain applications to run in your browser, is being retired later this year.
The FCC is expected to propose rules that would let customers ditch their pay-TV provider's cable box in favor of competitors' hardware. It faces stiff opposition from industry players and members of Congress.
We’ve heard plenty about how robots are endangering our jobs, but now, it’s more than our careers that may be at stake.
9 ways to add to your emergency savings when you have no money to spare
SplashData has just released its fifth annual list of the 25 worst passwords, and it looks like 365 days and a great number of security breaches did little to persuade us to improve our password strength.
Start the New Year right by setting money rules you can live by.
Over the past five years, America has lost 5,768 independent shops, leaving us with 159,547. That number could shrink dramatically if owners make good on their promise to close or sell their stores in the next five years.
Following the groundbreaking Paris Climate Change Conference, renewable energy is seeing renewed efforts, and now, South Korea based LG Electronics has promised to triple its solar panel production over the next four years.
Last year, Wikipedia logged more than 5 million articles in English, an impressive achievement nearly 15 years in the making (the site was born back in 2001). And in 2015, these were the 25 most-read articles.
6 ways to save your credit profile and get out of debt.
On-demand music streaming, which includes audio and video plays from services such as Apple Music, Spotify, and Pandora, increased 98 percent in 2015, from 164 to 317 billion plays.
Twitter is working on a new feature that may allow as many as 10,000 characters rather than the current 140-character limit. The feature may be available by the end of the first quarter.
Internet service providers in America have tripled the speed of an average connection over the last three and a half years, but the country's broadband still lags behind other nations.
Amazon's ambitious CEO Jeff Bezos told German publication Die Welt that the company wants to add an Oscar to Amazon Prime Instant Video's list of awards. He says the company plans to produce 16 films in 2016.
If you unwrapped a cool new mobile gadget over the holiday this year, there’s an almost 50 percent chance it was made by Apple.
Learn how to fine-tune your finances for a money-savvy 2016.
Google's testing a new method of log in that relies on your smartphone for authentication. It does away with passwords entirely, except in instances where your phone is inaccessible.
You need to focus on the eggnog. Use these tips to make sure your phone's battery doesn't distract you.
Money decisions made before the end of the year can help you prepare for maximum tax savings.
A Washington, D.C., court refused to review a previous Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) decision banning private pilots from sharing flight costs with their passengers, effectively outlawing "the Uber of the skies."
Google has released a number of lists of top-trending searches for 2015, and in the U.S., movies like Jurassic World, celebrities like Lamar Odom, and shows like Better Call Saul were at the top.
With the rising ubiquity of streaming services, it’s easy to think of video streaming as a solved problem, but that’s far from the case. Right now, engineers at Netflix are hard at work on making its video streams not only use less of your bandwidth, but also look better too.
Facebook has started testing real-time comments on status updates, similar to real-time Messages updates that show three dots when someone is replying.
How to keep your money safe before leaving home.
Twitter will begin showing adverts to the 500 million viewers who don't have an account, as it tries to offer marketers a larger audience for adverts. It follows a few shareholder worries about the financial future of Twitter.
According to a recent survey conducted by Bamboo HR, technological innovations haven't affected the way in which we steal time from our jobs. Really, we're just making lots of water cooler breaks.
Verizon this week flips the switch on Wi-Fi calling, finally joining AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint in offering the service. However, only Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge devices will get it at launch.
There’s still time to take control of your holidays and avoid going into credit card debt.
Missing the days of yore? Or, more specifically, the Internet days of yore? Miss no more, thanks to oldweb.today, which will satisfy your strange desire to revisit the early days of the Internet.
Take precautions to protect your financial security online, during holidays and beyond.
A new font of wisdom from Google provides some insights on when to shop, where to shop, and of course, how to plan ahead. Here are a few pro tips to help you do Black Friday better.
New market research shows that Comcast and Time Warner Cable are still gaining most new customers in cable broadband while fiber's growth is struggling to gain as much ground.
Smart holiday shoppers can save big by planning ahead leading up to Black Friday.
How big will the early Virtual Reality market be? Likely quite small, which is why EA Games has said that it won't be diving in with both feet until a little later in the new field's lifecycle, when there's a larger audience to sell to.
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Security researchers at Cheetah Mobile have found more than 30 manufacturers with Trojan-infected tablets for sale on Amazon and thousands have allegedly been shipped to customers. More>>
Do Not Track requests are just that and only that -- requests. And according to the Federal Communications Commission, they're requests that don't have to be, and often aren't, honored. More>>
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Two updated plug-in electric cars represent improvements on their predecessors; their long-impending arrival has been blamed by some for tepid electric-car sales over the past several months. More>>
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Twitter has replaced the familiar star-shaped Favorite button with a heart-shaped Like button, saying its use will be less confusing to newcomers, and can be used to convey a wider range of internationally understood emotions. More>>
Workers in "green" offices may think better, a new study suggests. More>>
8 ways to fight fraud as new chip-enabled credit cards roll out. More>>
Capitalizing on your desperation for more data, AT&T has introduced a new program called Data Perks, which trades you more megabytes in exchange for your participation in surveys and mobile shopping. More>>
MasterCard wants to turn every device into a credit card with its secure mobile payment technology and NFC. The company partnered with Ringly, Nymi, TrackR, GM, and a fashion designer to turn connected devices into payment devices. More>>
8 questions to ask before you sign on for help with your debts. More>>
If being able to leave your work at work (or do your work from home) is key to your professional satisfaction, you may want to consider a career on Glassdoor's list of 25 Best Jobs For Work-Life Balance. More>>
Dyson has acquired Sakti3, an experimental solid-state battery Michigan startup for $90 million. The acquisition is another affirmation that the new battery tech is a serious breakthrough, which could be used in multiple appliances. More>>
Now -- while the economy is healthy -- is the time to prepare for a financial emergency. More>>
Uber is expanding into the courier market, launching Uber Rush in San Francisco, New York, and Chicago as of Wednesday. The service will allow businesses to order in couriers on-demand, instead of hiring drivers. More>>
Twitter has announced plans to layoff 336 employees, or eight percent of the workforce. The decision arrives just one week after Jack Dorsey returned to the helm of Twitter. More>>
8 ways to steer clear of scam phone calls or emails and keep your money safe. More>>
Facebook has unveiled a new pack of reactions for status updates, letting the 1.4 billion social network users send more than a like to friends. Sadly, for those hoping for a dislike button, it is not there. More>>
Internet radio giant Pandora has purchased online ticket retailer Tickeyfly for $450 million, a bold move that could propel them to the forefront of one of the fastest growing sectors in music. More>>
The heir to the Apple kingdom, Tim Cook, has written a heartfelt email to his employees celebrating the life of Steve Jobs. More>>
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Long flights are getting more bearable, thanks to a new partnership between Netflix and Virgin America. Netflix subscribers on select flights will be able to enjoy free Wi-Fi on their smartphones, tablets, and laptops between now and March 2, 2016. More>>
NASA has announced that Mars has seasonal rivers of flowing water, increasing the odds that the planet can sustain some forms of life. More>>
7 ways to avoid going into debt as offspring age -- and teach financial lessons at the same time. More>>
Next time you're craving a Starbucks coffee, skip the line and order ahead. Starbucks has rolled out its mobile ordering feature to all 7,400 stores in the U.S. More>>
The crowdfunding platform Kickstarter is reincorporating as a public benefit corporation, which means that it is now bound by law to make a "positive impact on society." More>>
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Microsoft has reiterated its commitment to fostering the next generation of computer science, with a $75 million investment in teaching programs set to roll out over the next three years. More>>
Apple released an iOS 9 update on Wednesday that included a few upgrades to HomeKit, along with the other changes such as including the ability to work remotely using iCloud, no Apple TV needed. More>>
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Celebrate National Grandparents Day with 5 money tips grandparents can share with their families. More>>
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Large conglomerates like Hyatt and Hilton are now offering various incentives to customers to book through the hotels directly, rather than going through sites like Expedia or other third-party discount travel companies. More>>
Tesla Motors crossed a bit of a milestone recently when the automaker installed its 500th Supercharger station in Moers, Germany. Tesla claims its Superchargers can provide 170 miles of range with just a 30-minute charge. More>>
Posting found or lost dogs on Facebook only goes so far. The Finding Rover app is designed to recognize your pet's face and search shelter networks for Fido's familiar face. More>>
Companies that fail to protect customer data from hackers and other sources could soon face the wrath of the FTC, after the federal commission successfully sued the Wyndham hotel chain over its failure to provide safeguards for customer information. More>>
The Toronto Police reported two suicides in connection to the hack of Ashely Madison accounts. More>>
Rest in piece two year contracts on Sprint. You will be missed by no one. The service provider is doing away with contracts in favor of monthly fees, which will include costs for texting, calling, and data plans. More>>
Microsoft took a gamble by offering Windows 10 for free, but it seems that the risk has reaped a massive reward, with more than 50 million installs being reported after just three weeks. More>>
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The CD and DVD mail-order company, which once brought home as much as $1.4 billion a year, has gone bankrupt. The precursor to modern streaming music services, Columbia House fell to the age of iTunes, Spotify and Netflix. More>>
According to a new Pew Research Center study entitled "Teens, Technology, and Friendships," today's adolescents actually prefer to make friends online, and keep their relationship to the confines of the Internet. More>>
Facebook's Periscope-like streaming feature "Live" launched on Wednesday, though there is a catch -- only celebs can live stream. More>>
In a game-changing move that is as much a win for parents as it is for gender equality, Netflix is offering "unlimited" maternity and paternity leave, complete with pay, for all new parents. More>>
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It seems like those that aren't online now may take some real encouragement to do so in the future, as despite continued pushes from governments and companies, a large portion of the United States is still, stubbornly, offline. More>>
Sources say that Apple Music has racked up over 10 million subscribers in the four weeks since the streaming service's June 30 launch. The question is whether the user base will stick with the streamer once free trials end. More>>
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Despite the fact that it's 1,400 light-years away, Kepler-452b is remarkably similar to the planet we call home. Its radius is roughly 1.5 times that of Earth, and it circles a sun-like star in an orbit that takes roughly 385 days. More>>
Google, Facebook, and others filed a brief in support of Samsung in its patent battle against Apple. The coalition of Silicon Valley companies fear a decision in Apple's favor would harm innovation. More>>
Facebook's Messenger app is getting more and more popular these days. So much so, that it actually has been downloaded more times in the last 2.5 years than Facebook's own main app. More>>
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In a joint effort by the White House and Google, a new program known as ConnectHome will bring free Internet to around 275,000 homes in 27 cities across the United States, attempting to close the so-called "homework gap." More>>
With CD shipments declining by tens of millions each year, the format could become obsolete in the music industry by 2020. More>>
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Facebook will develop a "Spotify-style audio streaming service" to compete with Apple Music, Spotify, and others. The service is in early stages, and will be linked to an ad-supported music video platform as well. More>>
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Not only does Windows 7 maintain the highest market share in the desktop OS space, but its figures are actually growing from month to month. More>>
After launching its Prime Now one-hour delivery service in December 2014, Amazon has slowly but steadily increasing the cities in which the service is available. Now Prime Now has expanded out of the U.S., bringing one-hour deliveries to London.
6 ways to re-commit to the financial resolutions you might have forgotten.
If you contribute to a retirement plan, like a 401(k) or an IRA, you may be able to claim the Saver’s Credit.
The IRS offers free tax help to members of the military and their families through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
You don’t need to be a tax expert to run a business, but knowing the basics about taxes can help you run it better.
If you lose your job, you may qualify for unemployment benefits. While these payments may come as a relief, it’s important to remember that they may be taxable.
If your lender cancels part or all of your debt, it is usually considered income and you normally must pay tax on that amount. However, the law allows an exclusion that may apply to homeowners who had their mortgage debt cancelled in 2015.
You can trim your taxes and save on your energy bills with certain home improvements.
If you have income from investments, you may be subject to the Net Investment Income Tax.
The Child Tax Credit is an important tax credit that may save you up to $1,000 for each eligible qualifying child.
There are many reasons why you may need a copy of your tax return information from a prior year.
A name change can have an impact on your taxes. All the names on your tax return must match Social Security Administration records. A name mismatch can delay your refund.
Scams using the IRS as a lure continue.
If you receive Social Security benefits, you may have to pay federal income tax on part of your benefits.
You can prepare and electronically file your federal taxes for free using IRS Free File. It is fast, safe and easy to use.
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