We’re often told to save more for retirement, but have you stopped to think about how your retirement plans compare to your peers? Putting enough money away for retirement can feel like a push if ...

That’s what the data tells us about net worth in America. The average 50-something American has a net worth of $1.4 million, according to a report from Empower, the financial services firm. The ...

The average waist size for U.S. women is 38.5 inches, indicating widespread abdominal obesity. Larger waist sizes are linked with increased risks of chronic diseases, like heart disease and diabetes.

Jake Safane has nearly 15 years of journalism and marketing experience on topics ranging from local entrepreneurship to international banking. He has written for publications such as The Economist, LA ...

As you can see, the average Social Security checks aren't very high. Benefits are intended only to replace around 40% of pre-retirement income. You therefore need to supplement them with retirement ...

Michigan residents who begin an unemployment benefits claim during 2026 will be eligible for $84 more per week than those who started a claim during 2025. This financial boost is part of a series of ...

The average waist size for men in the U.S. is 40.6 inches. Waist size greater than 40 inches may indicate abdominal obesity, which is linked to a higher risk of major health conditions. Common ...

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Comedian Nate Bargatze has signed on to host ABC’s “The Greatest Average American,” a new game show premiering in February. Along with hosting, Bargatze also co-created the series with John Quinn, and ...

The cost of health insurance rose steeply for a third year in a row in 2025, reaching just under $27,000 for a family plan, according to an annual survey from the nonprofit KFF, which provides the ...

With the OPEC+ production hikes, Saudi Arabia may have reached its maximum sustained output capacity, setting up for a repeat of the 2008 failure to increase output when called on. Despite what ...