More than half of job applicants now use AI to write resumes — here's how to stand out

More than 50% of new job applicants are using artificial intelligence tools to help write their resumes and cover letters, according to a new survey. Here's how to stand out.

Shutdown clock ticks as DHS bill moves forward
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Senate votes to fund most of D.H.S. in bid to end partial shutdown. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.

Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war

A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.

49% of Americans are struggling to afford food: Report

Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.

SF Giants home opener one day away; fans and businesses alike get ready

It's that time of year for Major League Baseball's home openers. For the SF Giants, the game is Wednesday night. Anticipation is building and nearby businesses are ready to make bank.

Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month

Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.

Fed keeps interest rates steady: Here's what to know

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.6% for a second time and signaled at least one rate cut later this year.

Oil, war, and your wallet: what’s driving prices up
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Sara Bazoobandi, visiting researcher at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C., explains why Middle East conflict is sending prices up. 

More tech layoffs: Dell cuts 10% of workforce in past fiscal year

The popular computer maker laid off approximately 11,000 employees in that time as artificial intelligence puts more tech employees out of work.

Immigrant truck drivers to begin losing licenses
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Around 200,000 people will start losing commercial licenses under a federal rule now in effect, a move that could mean higher prices for consumers. Wendy Liu, lawyer at the Public Citizen Litigation Group, which is leading a lawsuit against President Trump’s policy, gives insight.   

Egg prices plunge as avian flu impact eases, but risks remain

Egg prices have been on a roller-coaster in recent years amid supply disruptions due to an avian flu outbreak. Here's the latest.

Here's how much tariffs are costing US families each month, according to Democrats

As the cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets, a new report is putting a spotlight on the impact of tariffs, and the added financial burden consumers face under current trade policies.

Americans skipping meals or cutting back on other needs to afford health care, poll finds

As millions of Americans endure the financial burden of rising health care costs, some admit to making sacrifices to cover their expenses like skipping meals, according to a new poll.

Saving gas as prices climb
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The conflict in the Middle East is causing gas prices to jump at least 75 cents in the past month. Doug Johnson, AAA external communications lead, gives tips to stretch your gas mileage.

U.S. to release 172 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve to bring down prices

To fight high prices and prevent gasoline lines, next week, the Trump administration will release 172 million barrels of crude oil from the nation's Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Worldwide, a consortium of nations will release 400 million barrels to fight runaway prices.

Inflation projected to spike in coming months as energy costs soar

Consumer prices were up 2.4% in February compared with a year ago. That number will be even higher this month if gas prices continue to spike.