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These US cities will pay you up to $15,000 to move there


6 simple habits to help you feel happier every day

2024 is just beginning, meaning you still have time to make important decisions about what you want to achieve in the new year. It's common for us to set certain goals to become the best version of ourselves. The desire to improve is natural, but turning it into a source of pressure and stress is unnecessary. RBC-Ukraine shares six small habits tha...


CRA no longer requiring tax return for bare trusts this year

The CRA says it’s making the change after the new reporting rules around bare trusts had an “unintended impact on Canadians.”


How Much Cash Do You Need to Stop Work and Live Off Dividends?

Want to retire early? Here's how much cash you might need to quit work and live off your investment income. The post How Much Cash Do You Need to Stop Work and Live Off Dividends? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.


8 Jewelry Trends To Complete Your Outfit In 2024

With a new season bringing with it a bounty of bold fashion trends — denim gowns and mesh footwear, to name a few — it’s easy to overlook what’s happening with all things jewelry. Necklaces and earrings might be the last thing you put on when piecing together an outfit, but they’re certainly not the least part of the whole ensemble, especially as far as 2024’s trending styles are concerned. The spring/summer runways teased a y2k-meets-bohemian...


The US states where Americans leave the most – and least – generous tips


Canadian dollar gains as data shows economy 'humming along'

By Fergal Smith TORONTO (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar strengthened against its U.S. counterpart on Thursday, clawing back some recent declines, as faster-than-expected growth in the domestic economy reduced pressure on the Bank of Canada to cut interest rates in the coming months. The loonie was trading 0.2% higher at 1.3535 to the U.S. dollar, or 73.88 U.S. cents after trading in a range of


Trump Truth Social shares worth $58 as first trading day on Wall Street closes

Trump Truth Social shares worth $58 as first trading day on Wall Street closes - ‘This stock is definitely at risk of plummeting back down to earth,’ IPO strategist says


Passive Income: How to Make $1,000 Per Month Tax-Free

Are you interested in passive income? Here’s how you can make $1,000 per month tax-free! The post Passive Income: How to Make $1,000 Per Month Tax-Free appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.


Simple ways to do car maintenance like a boss - and save a ton of money

The definitive list on how to keep your prize possession maintained and ready to go...


Driving these 10 car brands will make others think you’re wealthy


5 DIY car maintenance items you can do, and some you shouldn’t do

More and more Canadians are trying to save money by doing DIY auto repairs, and those attempts don’t always end well. From air filters to light bulbs, here are five fixes you can make without compromising the safety or operation of your vehicle.


How to Build a Bulletproof Monthly Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $20,000

Income-seeking Canadian investors can consider holding shares of REIT such as Dream Industrial to create a passive-income stream. The post How to Build a Bulletproof Monthly Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $20,000 appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.


What's cheaper, EV or gas? This scholar crunched the numbers

Where you live and how much you drive each day matters when it comes to the cost-effectiveness of an electric vehicle, compared to gas. to A new UBC study crunches the numbers.


Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years for multi-billion dollar FTX fraud

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years for fraud involving $8 billion US dollars, marking his dramatic downfall from billionaire status.


US and UK investigate Russian cryptocurrency transactions worth $20 billion - Bloomberg

The US and UK have begun scrutinizing cryptocurrency transactions totaling over $20 billion that have passed through a Russian exchange, reports Bloomberg. It is noted that payments were processed through the Moscow-based cryptocurrency exchange Garantex using the Tether cryptocurrency, which is pegged to the dollar. The source states that these tr...


A $500K house was built on the wrong Hawaii lot. A legal fight is unfolding over the mix-up

HONOLULU (AP) — A woman who purchased a vacant lot in Hawaii was surprised to find out a $500,000 house was built on the property by mistake. She's now mired in legal wrangling over the mix-up. Annaleine “Anne” Reynolds purchased a one-acre (0.40-hectare) lot in Hawaiian Paradise Park, a subdivision in the Big Island's Puna district, in 2018 at a c...


Powerball jackpot surpasses $1.26 billion. Can Canadians buy a ticket?

The Powerball jackpot has ballooned after it made its 37th consecutive drawing and still did not produce a winner.


How sweeping U.S real estate changes could impact Canada

A landmark legal settlement is upending the U.S. real estate market. CBC’s Peter Armstrong breaks down the possible ripple effects for home buyers and sellers in Canada.


All My Beauty Editor Friends Agree: This $20 Moisturizer Is Unbeatable

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Star-studded Biden-Obama-Clinton fundraiser pulls ‘historic’ $25m haul in New York

Star-studded Biden-Obama-Clinton fundraiser pulls ‘historic’ $25m haul in New York - The show of Democratic solidarity between the current president and two of his predecessors stands in stark contrast to Donald Trump’s isolation from the only living former Republican president and his own ex-VP


Claiming home office expenses on your tax return

If you work from home or follow a hybrid model, there are some changes in how to claim home office expenses when filing your tax return that you should know about. Dilshad Burman explains.


What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...


Rise & fall of the bargain-priced roadster

Going topless used to be cheap and often cheerful. We trace the history of the boom and the bust


The federal carbon tax is set to increase on Monday. So what's that mean?

With the federal carbon tax rising again on April 1, the cost of filling up will be going up. CBC's Kerry Campbell explains how it will work, and what rebates Prince Edward Islanders will be seeing in the next year.


Psychologist explained how to maintain passion in long-term relationships

At the beginning of a relationship, there is a passionate stage for every couple when you simply can't get enough of each other. However, with time, this fades, and many couples encounter a loss of interest. What can help maintain passion in relationships, according to psychologist Dmytro Ostapenko. How to keep passion alive in long-term relationsh...


Skincare expert weighs in on new Collagen Banking trend

Collagen has been widely discussed within skincare and wellness lately, and people seek to incorporate the ingredient into their routine. One of the latest trends revolves around collagen banking which has seen searches rise staggering 950 per cent over the last year, while ‘what is collagen banking’ has risen by 200 per cent in the last three mont...


5 expert tips to declutter your closet (plus hanging hacks!)

Are you dealing with closet chaos? Cleaning expert Melissa Maker helps us figure out how to declutter our closets and keep them that way with these five simple tips.


Outpaced by Biden, Trump hopes to rake in $33 million during Florida fundraiser

Former President Donald Trump's campaign is seeking to outraise President Joe Biden next week, aiming to take in $33 million to top a new single-event fundraising record set by Biden on Thursday with $25 million, said a person familiar with the Trump event who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss internal planning. Trump is inviting wealthy donors to Palm Beach, Fla., home to his Mar-a-Lago estate, for an April 6 fundraiser hosted by New...


5 simple rules to be happy, according to science


6 thoughts and actions that only amplify anxiety and worry

Not to worry and be nervous is absolutely normal, albeit very unpleasant. But sometimes anxiety and concern can be so toxic that it hinders one's ability to carry on with daily activities. Our habits and thoughts can exacerbate the situation. Huffpost shares habits that intensify our anxiety and worry. Black-and-white thinking It is also known as "...


‘World’s largest small town’ offering $10,000 for workers to move there


Man Utd eye striker whose £52 million release clause becomes active this summer

The Red Devils will look to strenghten their forward line in the close seaosn.


Hershey, Mondelez bet big on Easter as cocoa price crisis looms

(This March 26 story has been refiled to correct the data source to 'NielsenIQ' from 'Nielsen' in paragraph 23) By Jessica DiNapoli, Maytaal Angel and Richa Naidu NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) - Hershey, Mondelez and other confection-makers are employing promotions and pitching more non-chocolate Easter treats like cookies 'n' cream bunnies at a time when soaring cocoa prices threaten their profits


Here’s the Average CPP Benefit at Age 60, 65 and 70

The CPP payout is not enough to support a comfortable life for most retirees. You need to supplement the CPP with other income streams, such as dividends. The post Here’s the Average CPP Benefit at Age 60, 65 and 70 appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.


Russian attacks on Dnipro hydroelectric plant caused $3.5 million in environmental damage

Russia's attack on the Dnipro Hydroelectric Power Plant on March 22 caused at least $3.5 million in environmental damage, although that figure is expected to rise, Ukraine's Environment and Natural Resources Minister Ruslan Strilets said on March 27. "Environmental damage includes not only destruction but also water pollution, explosions, and burni...


Speaker Johnson likely to face hurdles upon introducing Ukraine aid bill

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson is likely introducing a Ukraine aid bill after Easter, facing potential challenges due to internal party dynamics. U.S. aid to Ukraine has been delayed since fall 2023, as various versions of a foreign aid bill have been derailed due to border security disagreements. In February, a $95 billion aid package to Ukraine,...


Sen. Bob Menendez decides not to delay May trial with appeal of judge's ruling

NEW YORK (AP) — New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez will not appeal a judge’s ruling on Constitutional grounds that would have delayed his May trial, his lawyers said Thursday. The Democrat’s lawyers notified the Manhattan federal judge who will preside over the May 6 trial in a letter that the senator’s decision was “principally motivated by his desire t...


Vet bills have soared in Canada. Is pet insurance worth the cost?

Most Canadians have not purchased pet insurance, which vets and providers say can help mitigate the 'astronomical' costs, especially in the case of emergencies.


$64M jackpot finally claimed by Bas-Caraquet man — shortly before expiration date

Crab fisherman Merel Chiasson walked into the Atlantic Lottery head office just 19 days before his winning ticket was set to expire. The ticket sat in his bedroom dresser for 347 days — he didn’t know it.


Tax changes small business owners should be aware of as the tax deadline looms

As Tax Day approaches, there are plenty of things small business owners should keep in mind when filing taxes this year. April 15 is still the annual tax deadline for many small businesses although, unlike individuals, small businesses can have varying deadlines depending on the type of company, the state the taxes are filed in, and other factors. ...


The 5 best bed pillows of 2024

Looking to get a good night's sleep? These five pillows will help whisk you away to a peaceful slumber.


The five decor mistakes that are making your home look cheap

Have you got any of these in your home?


9 rules to be a truly happy and successful woman

Many women aspire to discover how to become happy and successful. It turns out there are 9 rules that can be considered principles of a self-satisfied and fulfilled life, according to Hack Spirit. Successful and happy women respect themselves and know their worth. Strong and successful women will not settle for anything they don't like. There's no ...


Insurers could face losses of up to $4 billion after Baltimore bridge tragedy-analyst

By Sinead Cruise, Jonathan Saul and Carolyn Cohn LONDON (Reuters) -Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse could cost insurers billions of dollars in claims, analysts say, with one putting it at as much as $4 billion, which would make the tragedy a record shipping insurance loss. Six people are still missing after a collision with a Singapore-flagged container ship destroyed the landmark


Renew your passport before this time to save money

Holidaymakers should take note.


Cautious optimism for federal plan to let rent count toward credit scores

TORONTO — The federal government's commitment to have rent payments counted toward credit scores is being welcomed by companies that already offer the service, while renter advocates have raised concerns. The plan to make the practice more widespread is encouraging, said Andrew Graham, chief executive of Borrowell. "We've been saying for a couple o...


Why I Stopped Trying to “Fix” My Accent

When Miguel Melo migrated to the United States in his early 20s to pursue acting, he didn’t realize the way he spoke would affect his ability to book jobs and get an agent. He was told, in no uncertain terms, that he would only make it if he got rid of his Mexican accent while speaking English. Melo is far from alone in suffering from this type of discrimination. This problem is so prevalent globally — and not just for Latines who speak Spanish-...


On pre-budget charm offensive, Trudeau announces plans to expand $10-a-day child care

SURREY, B.C. — The federal government's pre-budget charm offensive is back for a second straight day — this time aimed at parents and child care providers. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday in Surrey, B.C., that the government plans to provide more than $1 billion in low-cost loans, grants and student loan forgiveness to expand child care...


Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate?

If you're worried about how much you'll earn in retirement, increase your income by investing in an ETF like this one. The post Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.