'Struggling more than ever': Debt reaches six-year high – Illawarra Mercury
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‘Struggling more than ever’: Debt reaches six-year high
The National Debt Helpline had more than 168,000 people reach out during the 2024-25 financial year. It marks a record high with the most calls and chat messages since 2018-19. “It’s really telling us that people are struggling more than ever,” helpline co-ordinator Vicki Staff told AAP. … Read the original article here
Fraud and theft charges dropped after Marcus Morris pays off casino debts
Former NBA forward Marcus Morris is no longer facing fraud and theft charges after settling outstanding debts with two Las Vegas casinos, according to court documents obtained by KLAS 8 News Now. The charges stemmed from $265,000 in checks Morris wrote in 2024 to the Wynn Las Vegas and MGM Grand casinos as part of…
Are We Getting A $600 Tariff Stimulus Check In 2025?
Congress is weighing a bill that would send Americans hundreds of dollars in the form of tariff rebate checks — similar to the pandemic stimulus checks — in potential efforts to soften the financial blow of the administration’s new tariffs. The current version of the bill promises “at least” $600 for every adult and dependent…
NBA veteran Marcus Morris pays back casino debts of $265,000, has theft and fraud charges dropped
Getty Images NBA veteran Marcus Morris has had the fraud and theft charges against him dropped according to court documents obtained by KLAS 8 News Now. The 13-year veteran was arrested at a south Florida airport on July 27 and was charged with fraud for writing a check with insufficient funds to pay a gambling…
How much can you save with credit card debt forgiveness this August?
Debt forgiveness could result in hefty savings this August, but it won’t be the right solution for every cardholder. Getty Images Credit card debt has been hitting new highs in 2025, and Americans are feeling the pressure. Credit card balances rose by another $27 billion in the second quarter of this year, pushing the total…
Trump Dangles $50,000 Bonuses, Debt Relief in ICE Staffing Push – MSN
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Is Sports Betting Increasing Problem Gambling? New Study Suggests So – Casino.org
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Mayor Adams Expands Partnership With Student Loan Assistance Company Summer to Help New Yorkers Keep
August 7, 2025 Watch the video here at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIWTWYTXvak Builds on Adams Administration’s Program to Help Wipe Out Estimated $360 Million in Student Loan Debt for 100,000 Public Servants Builds on Mayor Adams’ Efforts to Make New York City More Affordable, Best Place to Raise a Family NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric…
How one Caribbean country is changing the face of debt
The beauty of the majestic Piton mountains, vibrant culture, dazzling beaches and the lush landscape of Saint Lucia are invaluable assets. The country also takes pride in having two Nobel laureates, which is remarkable for a nation with a population of over 180,000. However, as is true for many other small island developing states (SIDS)…