How Banks Can Serve Customers with Language Barriers

Across the United States, language barriers can make it difficult for non-native English speakers to gain access to banking services, which can make things like paying bills and saving money…

A Common Low-Calorie Sweetener May Raise Blood Clotting Risk

A recent study found a connection between the artificial sweetener erythritol and an increased risk of blood clots. After consuming erythritol, participants showed a sharp spike in platelet activity, indicating…

Ozempic Coverage May be Less Likely If You Have This Type of Insurance

The majority of prescriptions in the United States for GLP-1 drug semaglutide were paid with commercial insurance. Semaglutide is the active ingredient in anti-diabetes drugs Ozempic and Rybelsus, and the…

What Is a Public Bank?

A public bank is a financial institution owned and operated by the government or a public entity. Public banks differ from private banks, which are owned and operated by private…

Are Online Banks Safe?

If they’re FDIC-insured, online banks are as safe as traditional brick-and-mortar banks in many ways. You can also take steps as a consumer to ensure your account is as protected…

Ozempic’s Effects on Pregnancy and Fertility: Experts Answer 4 Common Questions

Losing weight can increase the chance of pregnancy for those with overweight or obesity. GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can help people lose weight and, in turn, increase their…

Risk of Cancer Higher for People Who Drink Alcohol, Even Moderately

A new study found that light to moderate drinking is associated with increased cancer- and disease-related mortality in older adults. The findings corroborate mounting evidence showing the harmful effects of…

4 Basic Things to Know About Bonds

Want to strengthen your portfolio’s risk-return profile? Adding bonds can create a more balanced portfolio by adding diversification and calming volatility. But the bond market may seem unfamiliar even to the…

How to Start Investing in Stocks in 2024

To trade stocks, you need to set clear investment goals, determine how much you can invest, decide how much risk you can tolerate, pick an account at a broker that…

Methodology for Savings, Money Market, and CD Rankings

We make it easy to find top savings rates by giving you daily rankings of the best rates for savings accounts, money market accounts (MMAs), and certificates of deposit (CDs).…