Trump offers U.S. help to Russia after plague death; WHO assesses the situation as low riskWHO said it was in contact with Russian authorities, and has offered support if needed, while assessing the risk to the general public as low based on available information.CNBC19h agoWhole story →Healthplague outbreak response
Trump reiterates pledge to send $5,000 checks, and hands out smaller payments, as midterm elections loomTrump renewed a $5,000 check pledge tied to Republican control of Congress as $500 ACA refunds go out and $90 Medicare rebates are scheduled.CNBC1d agoWhole story →HealthEconomymidterm elections loom
Trump officials extend student loan interest rate discount deadlineThe Trump administration announced it will extend the deadline for federal student loan borrowers to sign up for autopay and get a reduced interest rate.CNBC7d agoWhole story →EducationEconomystudent loan interest rate deadline
NIH cuts delayed a cancer trial. Patients lost time they didn't haveA delayed clinical trial underscores the stakes of federal research funding cuts for children with DIPG, a deadly brain tumor with few treatment options.CNBC11d agoWhole story →EducationHealthnih funding cuts
Why to apply for college aid nowCollege-bound students and their families can now complete the 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.CNBC12d agoWhole story →EducationEconomyfafsa application opening
Dump these loser stocks this fall, Wolfe Research says. It could help cut next year's tax billMutual funds often start ditching their biggest losers in mid-September. Wolfe Research has a list of likely candidates that could see sharp declines.CNBC27d agoWhole story →EducationEconomy
