1+ hour, 11+ min ago  (209+ words) Peter has worked as a news and culture writer and editor at The Week since the site's launch in 2008. He covers politics, world affairs, religion and cultural currents. His journalism career began as a copy editor at a financial newswire…...

3+ week, 2+ hour ago  (555+ words) Prices rose more slowly in April but the cost of living remains high and could still get worse before it gets better The rate of inflation slowed in April despite concerns about the impact of the Iran war and oil…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago  (230+ words) Rafi Schwartz has worked as a politics writer at The Week since 2022, where he covers elections, Congress and the White House. He was previously a contributing writer with Mic focusing largely on politics, a senior writer with Splinter News, a…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (420+ words) Use the factors you have control over to help you secure a better rate The "overall level of mortgage rates is set by market forces," with rates moving "up and down daily, based on the current and expected rates of…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (343+ words) When economic growth is stagnant and inflation is persistent, a rare economic phenomenon can occur High inflation is bad enough on its own " but what about when it comes with high unemployment and stagnant economic growth? This pairing is what…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (470+ words) Everything from condoms to skin care could be affected The U. S. -Israeli war in Iran has had a tangible effect on the economy in the Middle East, but the conflict is also making life more expensive for Americans at home. Increasing…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (656+ words) The Week A free daily email with the biggest news stories of the day " and the best features from The Week. com You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Congratulations to Kevin Warsh, President Trump's preferred pick to…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago  (466+ words) Joel Mathis is a writer with 30 years of newspaper and online journalism experience. His work also regularly appears in National Geographic and The Kansas City Star. His awards include best online commentary at the Online News Association and (twice) at…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (539+ words) The prize rate for Premium Bonds dropped in April, and some savers are uncertain about saving in this way Premium Bonds are one of the nation's most-loved savings products, but falling prize rates mean savers could be better off putting…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (416+ words) Joel Mathis is a writer with 30 years of newspaper and online journalism experience. His work also regularly appears in National Geographic and The Kansas City Star. His awards include best online commentary at the Online News Association and (twice) at…...