China birthrate shrinks to lowest on record as policies fail to to lift births
China birthrate shrinks to lowest on record as policies fail to to lift births
China's birthrate fell to a record low last year, underscoring a deepening demographic crisis as Beijing struggled to reverse a shrinking and aging population.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:02 AM
China birthrate shrinks to lowest on record as policies fail to to lift births
It's nearly impossible to avoid narcissists.
Here are the phrases they love to use, says Harvard psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren — and how she responds to them every time.
Here are the phrases they love to use, says Harvard psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren — and how she responds to them every time.
'Highly narcissistic' people love to say these 7 phrases—here's how to respond: Harvard-trained psychologist
It's nearly impossible to avoid narcissists. To spot them, notice the phrases they use. Here are the ones they love to use, says Harvard psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren — and how she responds to them every time.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM
It's nearly impossible to avoid narcissists.
Here are the phrases they love to use, says Harvard psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren — and how she responds to them every time.
Here are the phrases they love to use, says Harvard psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren — and how she responds to them every time.
Harvard-trained pediatrician Dr. Kelly Fradin shares the "underrated" superfood that she wished more parents would feed to their kids.
I'm a Harvard-trained pediatrician—the No. 1 food parents aren't feeding their kids enough of: 'Even the pickiest eaters' love them
Harvard-trained pediatrician Dr. Kelly Fradin shares the "underrated" superfood that she wished more parents would feed to their kids.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Harvard-trained pediatrician Dr. Kelly Fradin shares the "underrated" superfood that she wished more parents would feed to their kids.
China fourth-quarter growth slows to 4.5%, weakest in nearly three years as consumption misses forecasts
China fourth-quarter growth slows to 4.5%, weakest in nearly three years as consumption misses forecasts
China's economic growth slowed to the weakest level in nearly three years in the fourth quarter as domestic demand softened.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:22 AM
China fourth-quarter growth slows to 4.5%, weakest in nearly three years as consumption misses forecasts
What the U.S.-Taiwan deal means for the island's 'silicon shield'
What the U.S.-Taiwan deal means for the island's 'silicon shield'
The U.S.-Taiwan deal aimed at expanding chip production capacity in the U.S. may not fully wean Washington off the island's most advanced semiconductors.
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January 19, 2026 at 1:42 AM
What the U.S.-Taiwan deal means for the island's 'silicon shield'
CNBC Daily Open: Trump's Greenland tariffs draw the EU into the fray
CNBC Daily Open: Trump's Greenland tariffs draw the EU into the fray
If economic sanctions are designed to apply pressure without firing a shot, then U.S. President Donald Trump has aimed at America's closest military allies.
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January 19, 2026 at 1:23 AM
CNBC Daily Open: Trump's Greenland tariffs draw the EU into the fray
With $1.5 million saved at 37, Florence Poirel shares the spending habits that helped her build wealth before her "mini retirement."
37-year-old quit her $390,000 Google job after saving up $1.5 million—see the 'no buy checklist' that helps her spend less
She left a $390,000-a-year job and now uses a simple set of rules to make her savings last in Switzerland.
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January 19, 2026 at 1:00 AM
With $1.5 million saved at 37, Florence Poirel shares the spending habits that helped her build wealth before her "mini retirement."
Here’s how much money the world’s biggest hedge funds made in a recording-breaking 2025
Here’s how much money the world’s biggest hedge funds made in a recording-breaking 2025
An annual hedge fund industry power ranking shows the industry's elite broke netted its largest ever dollar gain in 2025.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Here’s how much money the world’s biggest hedge funds made in a recording-breaking 2025
Billionaires have ‘outsized’ political influence — and they’re richer than ever, says Oxfam
Billionaires have ‘outsized’ political influence — and they’re richer than ever, says Oxfam
Billionaires' wealth has risen sharply to a record high of $18.3 trillion — with the super-rich seeking power "for their own gain," according to Oxfam.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Billionaires have ‘outsized’ political influence — and they’re richer than ever, says Oxfam
Asia-Pacific markets set for lower open as investors assess Greenland developments, await key China data
Asia-Pacific markets set for lower open as investors assess Greenland developments, await key China data
China is set to release a slew of economic data today, including fourth-quarter GDP numbers.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:53 PM
Asia-Pacific markets set for lower open as investors assess Greenland developments, await key China data
Why South Korean noodle companies are betting on an overseas appetite for growth
Why South Korean noodle companies are betting on an overseas appetite for growth
Higher average selling prices, the popularity of K-pop, and a tepid domestic market are pushing noodle makers to look for growth overseas.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:22 PM
Why South Korean noodle companies are betting on an overseas appetite for growth
Chabely Rodriguez makes over $300,000 a year working in hospitals, but she didn't need to attend medical school to become successful.
30-year-old makes over $300,000 a year in a hospital—without going to med school: 'I exceeded my expectations'
Chabely Rodriguez picked a lucrative career and quickly paid off her student debt when she started working. Now she's focused on investing for her future.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Chabely Rodriguez makes over $300,000 a year working in hospitals, but she didn't need to attend medical school to become successful.
Democrat Khanna refloats bill to block investors from buying up homes after Trump proposal
Democrat Khanna refloats bill to block investors from buying up homes after Trump proposal
President Donald Trump is cultivating an affordability agenda as he and Republicans sink in the polls.
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January 18, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Democrat Khanna refloats bill to block investors from buying up homes after Trump proposal
When Maddie Baker told her mom she wanted to be a teacher, her mother had three words for her: Don’t do it.
27-year-old first-grade teacher earning $63,000 a year: The 'majority' of teachers I know have a side gig to earn extra money
Maddie Baker supplements her $58K teaching salary with content creation to help her afford classroom supplies and work toward long-term financial goals.
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January 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM
When Maddie Baker told her mom she wanted to be a teacher, her mother had three words for her: Don’t do it.
Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion for permanent Board of Peace seats
Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion for permanent Board of Peace seats
The Trump administration wants nations to pay $1 billion to remain on his Gaza peace board, reports show.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion for permanent Board of Peace seats
Retirement researcher Bill Bengen has updated the classic 4% rule and says some retirees can safely plan to withdraw 4.7%, even in worst-case scenarios.
The rule says it’s generally safe to withdraw 4% of a balanced portfolio annually, adjusted for inflation, for a 30-year retirement.
The rule says it’s generally safe to withdraw 4% of a balanced portfolio annually, adjusted for inflation, for a 30-year retirement.
Early retirees may be ‘cheating themselves,’ says 4% rule creator—they can likely withdraw more money each year
Retirement researcher Bill Bengen has updated the classic 4% rule and says some retirees can safely plan to withdraw 4.7%, even in worst-case scenarios.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Retirement researcher Bill Bengen has updated the classic 4% rule and says some retirees can safely plan to withdraw 4.7%, even in worst-case scenarios.
The rule says it’s generally safe to withdraw 4% of a balanced portfolio annually, adjusted for inflation, for a 30-year retirement.
The rule says it’s generally safe to withdraw 4% of a balanced portfolio annually, adjusted for inflation, for a 30-year retirement.
When an employer or recruiter calls a candidate overqualified, it’s often a soft rejection.
It’s a way to say, “We think you’ll be bored here, or we don’t think you’re the right culture fit, or we think you’ll leave when something better comes along,” according to a career expert.
It’s a way to say, “We think you’ll be bored here, or we don’t think you’re the right culture fit, or we think you’ll leave when something better comes along,” according to a career expert.
How to address being 'overqualified' in a job interview, according to career expert: 'Make sure that you're owning your story'
Being 'overqualified' shouldn't be viewed as a red flag for candidates, according to career coach.
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January 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
When an employer or recruiter calls a candidate overqualified, it’s often a soft rejection.
It’s a way to say, “We think you’ll be bored here, or we don’t think you’re the right culture fit, or we think you’ll leave when something better comes along,” according to a career expert.
It’s a way to say, “We think you’ll be bored here, or we don’t think you’re the right culture fit, or we think you’ll leave when something better comes along,” according to a career expert.
Bessent: Unlikely Supreme Court will overrule tariffs, Trump's 'signature economic policy'
Bessent: Unlikely Supreme Court will overrule tariffs, Trump's 'signature economic policy'
Bessent's comments come one day after Trump said he would impose new tariffs on some European goods until a deal is struck for the U.S. to acquire Greenland.
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January 18, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Bessent: Unlikely Supreme Court will overrule tariffs, Trump's 'signature economic policy'
Relationship counselor Baya Voce says she is often more concerned about couples who never fight, because avoiding conflict entirely can hide unresolved hurts.
Voce shares three key things emotionally intelligent couples do differently when they have disagreements.
Voce shares three key things emotionally intelligent couples do differently when they have disagreements.
Psychology expert: The most emotionally intelligent couples do 3 things differently from everyone else
Relationship counselor Baya Voce shares the three key things emotionally intelligent couples do diffferently when they have disagreements.
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January 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Relationship counselor Baya Voce says she is often more concerned about couples who never fight, because avoiding conflict entirely can hide unresolved hurts.
Voce shares three key things emotionally intelligent couples do differently when they have disagreements.
Voce shares three key things emotionally intelligent couples do differently when they have disagreements.
New $6,000 senior deduction offers an ‘incredible, valuable opportunity,’ CPA says: How to make the most of it
New $6,000 senior deduction offers an ‘incredible, valuable opportunity,’ CPA says: How to make the most of it
The "big beautiful" tax law lets older American couples potentially take up to $12,000 per year off their taxable income for four years.
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January 18, 2026 at 1:44 PM
New $6,000 senior deduction offers an ‘incredible, valuable opportunity,’ CPA says: How to make the most of it
Colleen McCarthy began designing flower arrangements in 2022. Today, she's created bouquets for stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Katy Perry.
27-year-old quit her 9-to-5 to start a floral business—this year, she brought in 6 figures and designed bouquets for Sabrina Carpenter, Katy Perry
Colleen McCarthy began designing flower arrangements in 2022. Today, she's created bouquets for stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Katy Perry.
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January 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Colleen McCarthy began designing flower arrangements in 2022. Today, she's created bouquets for stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Katy Perry.
Earnings playbook: Netflix and this chipmaker are among the companies set to report
Earnings playbook: Netflix and this chipmaker are among the companies set to report
Get ready. The earnings season is picking up steam.
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January 18, 2026 at 12:36 PM
Earnings playbook: Netflix and this chipmaker are among the companies set to report
Buffett’s pledge to give away 99% of his wealth could eventually test Berkshire’s shield against activists
Buffett’s pledge to give away 99% of his wealth could eventually test Berkshire’s shield against activists
Investors and analysts say the estate plan raises questions about how Berkshire will be governed once Buffett and his heirs' influence is diluted.
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January 18, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Buffett’s pledge to give away 99% of his wealth could eventually test Berkshire’s shield against activists
Chinese EV giant BYD is a buy — and not just for its cars, Bernstein says
Chinese EV giant BYD is a buy — and not just for its cars, Bernstein says
After beating Tesla in the number of electric vehicles sold, BYD has another big business that investors have yet to fully appreciate, according to Bernstein.
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January 18, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Chinese EV giant BYD is a buy — and not just for its cars, Bernstein says
Maddie Freeman, 24, had ten friends and peers die by suicide throughout her high school and early college years.
A Netflix documentary changed her perspective.
“That just really cemented it for me that [social media] is one of the biggest issues facing my generation,” she says.
A Netflix documentary changed her perspective.
“That just really cemented it for me that [social media] is one of the biggest issues facing my generation,” she says.
24-year-old started a global social media detox after the deaths of friends: ‘My goal is that young people don't feel like victims to this technology’
Maddie Freeman says she grew up addicted to social media. In college, she says she realized it had been fueling her generation's mental health crisis.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Maddie Freeman, 24, had ten friends and peers die by suicide throughout her high school and early college years.
A Netflix documentary changed her perspective.
“That just really cemented it for me that [social media] is one of the biggest issues facing my generation,” she says.
A Netflix documentary changed her perspective.
“That just really cemented it for me that [social media] is one of the biggest issues facing my generation,” she says.