Image source: Unsplash Swipe, earn, repeat—that’s the dream most cash-back credit card commercials sell. They promise rewards for what you’d be buying anyway. A little back for every purchase, right? But here’s what they won’t highlight on a glossy TV ad or tweet about on X: the fee trap that quietly eats into your “rewards.” The truth is that many cash-back cards are designed to lure in spenders, not savers. They depend on a simple math trick, offering you pennies while raking in dollars via interest rates, hidden fees, and psychological nudges. And for too many users, the so-called perks…
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Magnolia Hotshots celebrate a basket by Paul Lee during a game against Meralco Bolts in the PBA Philippine Cup. –PBA IMAGES Paul Lee’s brilliant shooting from the four-point line was overshadowed by a late skirmish that marred Magnolia’s 117-91 win over Meralco that stretched its unbeaten record in the PBA Philippine Cup on Wednesday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Lee knocked down three four-pointers which paved the way for the first-place Hotshots to pull away and secure their sixth consecutive victory in as many matches in the all-Filipino tournament. Article continues after this advertisement That, however, became an afterthought of sorts…
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Modern enterprises rely on hybrid cloud environments to power their applications with agility and scale. However, as businesses continue to expand their hybrid footprint, they face challenges balancing security with the operational needs of the business. As threats evolve, security needs to scale with the business. It needs to become an enabler rather than a blocker. This means having the ability to easily add new security controls and protect existing investments, while minimizing overhead and management. Cisco solves these challenges with Cisco Hybrid Mesh Firewall. It is a distributed security fabric with unified management, purpose built to secure major traffic…
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The payment services provider looks well-positioned to benefit from China’s consumption-boosting policies as it seeks to list Key Takeaways: Hong Kong IPO candidate Fuiou could get a lift from China’s efforts to boost domestic consumption to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on overseas demand The payment services provider’s revenue grew at an average rate of nearly 20% over the last two years, and it is also profitable Boosting domestic consumption has become a critical focus for Beijing lately as Donald Trump’s tariff bombs make export-reliant economies, like China’s, more vulnerable than ever to big swings in external demand. That could…
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Planning a wedding is often described as a whirlwind. A beautiful, exciting, high-pressure whirlwind. But what if it didn’t have to be? What if wedding planning could be joyful, grounding, and – dare we say – mindful? In today’s age of personalization, more couples are turning away from cookie-cutter checklists and Pinterest pressure, choosing instead to craft wedding days that genuinely reflect who they are. Welcome to mindful wedding planning. Let’s explore how you can plan a meaningful, intentional, and stress-minimized celebration that’s as unique as your love story. Why Mindful Wedding Planning Matters Weddings are deeply emotional milestones.…
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A universal vaccine against flu wouldn’t have to be updated to match seasonal changes in circulating strains. Science Photo Library/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Science Photo Library/Getty Images Vaccine experts are perplexed by a project the Trump administration has launched to develop a universal flu vaccine, which has long been a goal, though an elusive one, in medical research. Dubbed Generation Gold Standard, the project is aimed at creating a flu shot that doesn’t have to be updated every year to match the latest strains of the virus. The project also aims to produce a vaccine that could protect…
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The NFL has mastered making content out of anything and this week is always an annual reminder of that. On Wednesday, the NFL will officially announce the 2025 schedule for all 32 of its teams. To be clear the opponents each team will play are well known and understood, but the sequence of which it all happens is not. Historically there have been leaks about the schedule that emerge as the process unfolds, so much so that the league has begun leaking things in an official sense by way of their broadcast partners. Again… they can create content out of…
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Key Takeaways Fundamental Business Concepts: Understanding key principles like supply and demand, market research, and customer acquisition is essential for effective decision-making and strategy formulation in today’s competitive landscape. Business Models: Familiarize yourself with various business models, such as B2B and B2C, and subscription-based models, which offer unique advantages for revenue generation and customer retention. Legal Structures: Choose the appropriate legal structure for your business, such as LLCs or corporations, to ensure tax efficiency and personal liability protection. Effective Marketing Strategies: Leverage digital marketing tools, including SEO and social media, to enhance brand visibility and engagement, while understanding the importance…
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by Kandiss Edwards May 14, 2025 The home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and wife Coretta Scott King will soon be rehabbed and available to the public. The National Park Service (NPS) is calling for the public to weigh in on plans for the historic King Family Home in Atlanta’s Vine City neighborhood, Atlanta News First reported. To engage the community, the NPS scheduled two public meetings: a virtual meeting on May 13 at 2 p.m., and an in-person meeting on May 15, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Westside Future Fund, located at 970 Jefferson Street…
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Image source: Unsplash For Baby Boomers nearing the finish line, retirement might feel close but not quite close enough. Maybe you’re tired of working, have health concerns, or simply want to enjoy life while you’re still active. The dream of retiring two years earlier than planned often seems too good to be true. But here’s the real surprise: it’s not only possible, it’s practical if you know the right moves. The key isn’t sacrificing your lifestyle or relying on a surprise inheritance. It’s about optimizing what you already have with savvy, sometimes overlooked strategies. If you’re a Boomer wondering how…