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Peters Township police charge ‘John Doe’ in credit card scheme
Peters Township police charged a still-unidentified man Monday for making several purchases with stolen credit cards. Court records refer to the man as “John Doe” and indicate he is a Chinese national. He faces felony charges of organized retail...

QIIB announces 15 winners of ‘Joud’ savings account quarterly and monthly prize draws
DOHA: QIIB has announced the names of 15 winners of the “Joud” Savings Account prize draws for June 2025, including five winners of the quarterly prizes, each worth QR50,000, and ten winners of the monthly prizes, each worth QR10,000. The draw was...
Can you ask your credit card company for a lower APR?
Credit cards offer several advantages over traditional debit cards. The biggest perk is that it boosts your spending power. With a credit card, you can break expensive purchases down into smaller, more manageable payments. Using a credit card can...
Bajaj Markets is Helping Users Maximise Credit Card Rewards
Pune, July 8 — Bajaj Markets, a leading financial marketplace in India, enables users to maximise credit card rewards by offering access to over 30 credit cards from reputed banks and financial institutions. This wide selection allows users to...

SHARE by MAF reimagines AI use in bold Emirates NBD SHARE Credit Card launch
SHARE by Majid Al Futtaim (MAF), in partnership with Emirates NBD and Visa, has revealed details about its latest full-spectrum, 360-degree media blitz campaign for the newly launched Emirates NBD SHARE Credit Card. The campaign centred on the...

The shift to close the financial advice gap
09-07-25 / Jane Khumalo The shift to close the financial advice gap Johannesburg - For most South Africans trying to navigate a fragile economy coupled with increasing expenses, unpredictable incomes and multi-generational responsibilities,...

EasyJet reveals exact date to get 'super cheap' flights for summer
EasyJet has revealed the exact date to get 'super cheap' flights for summer 2026. The budget airline launches its flights quarterly - and if you book on one of its release dates you can get your flights for far cheaper than if you wait. The...
SBI personal loan interest rate July 2025: Check updated rates and processing fees
The State Bank of India (SBI) provides personal loans under multiple different schemes for salaried individuals and pensioners. With competitive interest rates and wide eligibility coverage, the SBI’s personal loans are one among the most sought...

Halifax issues response to customer about change to particular savings account
Halifax has provided an update for customers holding a specific savings account, following confusion over a letter received by a customer. The customer had noticed an alert on their banking app regarding a letter they had been sent, which left...

Personal loan checklist: Pre and post-disbursal financial strategies
A personal loan can be an incredible financial tool whether you're addressing unplanned bills, planning a wedding, addressing a medical emergency, or consolidating debts. However, you need to properly organise your finances preceding, and...
Can you pay a credit card with a credit card — and should you?
If it seems like everything is more expensive these days, it's not your imagination. The prices of groceries, medications, and even postage stamps have all increased, making it harder to stay within your budget. Skyrocketing prices can also make...

Morrisons launch exclusive new money saving deals for over-60s in all 344 cafés
The supermarket's new 'Club 60' offers hearty food at "purse pleasing prices." Morrisons is now offering a new incentive that will see customers over the age of 60 able to save money in all of its cafés across the country. The supermarket giant...
I’m a Financial Expert: A $15K Personal Loan Can Save You $6K a Year — Here’s How
In a recent story on Business Insider, it was noted that a couple took out a personal loan for $15,000 and are now saving $500 monthly on their electricity bill because they invested in solar panels. Read Next: 3 Signs You’ve ‘Made It’...

Considering a Loan Against Your Credit Card? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Loan applications usually take a long time to get approved. It causes delays for various reasons, such as inadequate documentation, inconsistency in application and credit report, etc. To meet immediate financial needs and make credit available...
Supervisors give approval and hear updates on several K9 matters, including announcement of new K9 officer; Approval given to Irish Hollow Quarry lease
by Joe Moses The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Monday, July 14 to address a full agenda of matters including the County Treasurer’s Semi-Annual and Annual Report, consideration of a bid for the lease of the Irish...
Can you buy weed with a credit card? It's complicated.
Whether you regularly purchase cannabis edibles or dabble in tinctures, it feels like weed is everywhere now. About 75% of Americans live in a state where marijuana is legal for recreational or medical use, and 79% of Americans live in a county...

SBI AURUM Credit Card: From lounges to luxury hotels, check details of this premium credit card
On a spend of Rs 1 lakh in a month, cardholders receive a Rs 1,500 TATA CLiQ e-Gift voucher. On annual spends of Rs 5 lakhs, cardholders can unlock a Rs 5,000 TATA CLiQ Luxury e-Gift voucher. On annual spends of Rs 10 lakhs, cardholders receive Rs...

CD vs. money market account: What savings experts say to consider now
A large part of maximizing the interest returns on your money is making sure you've deposited it in the right account. Getty Images/iStockphoto If you keep your savings in an interest-bearing account, you're probably keeping a close eye on what...
Help! Booking.com transferred my refund to someone else's credit card
When Booking.com refunds Elaine Treacy for a canceled vacation rental, it transfers her money to someone else's credit card. How can she get her money back? I reserved a villa in Alicante, Spain, through Booking.com and paid in full. Three days...

Home loan rates from 7.35%, FD interest rates up to 7.35% and savings account changes for this bank customers
Synopsis Bank of India has announced key changes, effective June and July 2025, including waiving minimum balance penalties on savings accounts. Interest rates have been reduced on home and education loans, alongside select retail loans. Savings...