DraftKings Bans Credit Card Deposits Nationwide

DraftKings will ban the use of credit cards for sportsbook and online casino deposits in the United States beginning August 25, 2025. The Boston-based operator announced the decision on Thursday, saying the change is designed to protect customers from “cash advance fees and higher interest rates” tied to credit card funding. The move comes just…

FTC shuts down student loan debt relief scheme

It’s a staggering number. More than 42 million Americans owe a total of nearly $1.5 trillion in student loan debt. It’s no wonder people look for help. But not all help is legit. Scammers are targeting borrowers with student loan debt relief schemes that can actually make things worse. In a new case announced today,…

Help with debt

Article Banks are committed to helping their customers manage through financial difficulties. If you are struggling because of job loss or other strains on your finances, talk to your bank. They might be able to help. Do you have debt problems? It’s likely you have a debt problem if: You can’t make your minimum monthly…

Sanders seeks answers after Trump halts student debt relief | News

BURLINGTON – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), alongside 10 Senate colleagues, sent a letter to Education Secretary Linda McMahon expressing outrage over the Trump administration’s decision to indefinitely pause student loan forgiveness under the Income-Based Repayment (IBR) plan. The senators asked for clarity…

Debt Traps, Money Laundering & Terror Links

Online gaming addiction has become a nationwide crisis, with rising cases of suicides, debts, and financial ruin across India. Families are losing their life savings, with over ₹20,000 crore lost annually and 45 crore people impacted. Tragic incidents — from Siliguri to Telangana — highlight the growing dangers of online betting, money gaming, and gambling.…