Common safety feature on checked & carry-on bags instantly makes you look more suspicious to TSA – it can end in delays

A TRAVEL expert has revealed that putting a common feature on your bag could make you stand out to the TSA for the wrong reasons. While many people think the addition is a no-brainer, it can actually cause delays. 4 A common baggage feature could...

Is the Prime Visa credit card worth the cost?

Amazon is the giant in the room for easy, instant access to hundreds of thousands of different products. While the Prime Visa (see rates and fees) doesn't technically have an annual fee, one of its caveats is that you have to be an Amazon Prime...

Couple warn of airport car park 'scam' after forgetting to pay charge

A couple have issued a warning after claiming they were scammed after forgetting to pay a drop-off charge at Manchester Airport's car park. Paul and Pam Walsh, both 62, discovered a phone number online when they realised their mistake, but were...

From awol to A-lister: how pop stars from Charli xcx to Addison Rae found the fun in fame again

On Lorde’s 2021 album Solar Power, the New Zealand pop star ditched fame. She threw her phone in the sea, sang “if you’re looking for a saviour, well, that’s not me” and advised looking to nature for answers instead. But her sun-bleached third...

Bank of England ready to make larger interest rate cuts if UK economy shows signs of slowing down

Tuesday, July 15th 2025 - 06:39 UTC “I really do believe the path is downward” on interest rates, Mr, Bailey was quoted in The Times. BoE will review rates at the Bank's next meeting on 7 August The Bank of England is prepared to make larger...

ER visits for tick bites are at their highest level in years: Here's where

A tick (Ixodida) can be seen on the skin of a human next to a pair of tweezers. (Photo by Patrick Pleul/picture alliance via Getty Images) WASHINGTON - Tick bites are landing people in the emergency room at higher rates than the U.S. has seen in...

The best reverse mortgage rates in Canada right now

Article content 2. You don’t plan to be in your home longArticle content The upfront costs of a reverse mortgage (e.g., closing costs, appraisal fees and interest) may outweigh the benefits, making other financial options more cost...

Court Orders Jail and Repayment in Cheque Bounce Case Involving Personal Loan

In a case of cheque dishonour involving repayment of a personal loan taken for purchase of construction material, the cantonment Judicial Magistrate (First Class) Amit Kulkarni has sentenced the accused, Suraj Rameshwar Morale, to three months of...

The best savings account is offering 5.00% APY. Check out our list of the top high-yield savings accounts today, July 8, 2025

Looking for a great place to stash your rainy-day emergency funds? There are still savings accounts offering rates of up to 5% APY, but they can be hard to find. When inflation rates started cooling off last year and the Federal Reserve eased...

No More Penalty for Low Balance in Savings Accounts? Take a Look at Public Sector Banks that Have Waived It

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has removed penalties for not maintaining the Minimum Average Balance in all savings accounts. The earlier rates varied based on account type and branch location — rural, semi-urban, urban, or metro. According to the...

Southern Indiana police looking for man who allegedly used stolen credit card

Brookfield police: Credit card theft suspects sought, spent $4,500

Suspects in credit card theft investigation (Courtesy: BPD) MILWAUKEE - Brookfield police are looking for people suspected of stealing a purse and using stolen credit cards to buy thousands of dollars worth of gift cards and other merchandise last...

Chinese Man Arrested in Credit Card Data Theft Operation in Bangkok

BANGKOK — Cyber police have arrested a Chinese national involved in a sophisticated credit card fraud operation that stole victims’ financial data and used it to purchase goods through Google Pay at Bangkok shopping centers. The case began when...

Farmers more likely to seek financial advice amid concern around pensions

The UK’s leading rural insurer, NFU Mutual, questioned 331 farming and non-farming customers about their confidence in saving and investment as part of its twice-yearly investor sentiment study. Some 62 per cent of all customers interviewed in the...

How Long Do Debit & Credit Card Gas Station Holds Last? (And How To Avoid Them)

Paying for gas at the pump with a credit or debit card is a convenience that saves us time while performing one of life's little chores. While spotting a gas pump card skimmer before it steals your data may be your biggest concern during your...

Nymbus Signs Agreement With Bud Financial To Launch AI-Powered Personal Financial Management Services for Banks and Credit Unions

Nymbus, a full-stack banking platform for U.S. banks and credit unions, announced a new agreement with Bud Financial (“Bud”), a leading provider of transaction data enrichment and AI-driven insights for the financial services industry. Nymbus will...

Should you use a credit card for large purchases? Experts weigh in

It is likely that your financial health will be significantly altered based on whether you choose to make a large purchase on a credit card, such as technology, an appliance, or a vacation. If used properly a credit card can provide reward points,...

Loan against securities vs personal loan: What’s cheaper, faster and safer?

The choice between a loan against securities (LAS) and a personal loan is rapidly gaining traction nationwide. This is happening as aspirational borrowers are seeking the best fit for their financial needs. Experts emphasise the significance of...

No More Penalties: Major Banks Scrap Minimum Balance Rule For Savings Accounts

Last Updated:July 08, 2025, 14:42 IST Major banks like PNB, Bank of Baroda, Indian Bank, and Canara Bank have removed the need to maintain an Average Monthly Balance in most savings accounts. From July, customers won’t be charged penalties for not...

Man jailed for buying at least 20 iPhones worth $40k using credit card details of scam victims

SINGAPORE - A man has been jailed after he came to Singapore and used the credit card details of scam victims to buy more than $40,000 worth of mobile phones. Zhang Tianyu, 29, was part of a transnational scam syndicate that cheated retailers such...