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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK accused of hypocrisy at landmark UN foreign aid conference

The UK has been accused of hypocrisy over its lack of high-level participation at a key global development finance summit, while also discussing its role in aiding lower-income nations.
UK news
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

We Rely on My Great-Grandma's Social Security - Can My Grandma Inherit Her Mother's Benefits?

Social Security has aided Americans for over 90 years. Though not intended to provide full income, many rely on monthly benefits to pay their bills.
Social justice
#pell-grants
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Higher education

Federal Budget Bill May Reduce Aid for Nearly 500,000 Texas College Students

fromTruthout
1 week ago
Higher education

Federal Budget Bill May Reduce Aid for Nearly 500,000 Texas College Students

#government-policy
UK news
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
4 months ago

TV Licence costs to rise again in April - how to claim a refund and get one free

The BBC Licence Fee is increasing to £174.50 annually from April, with financial support options available for eligible households.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
NYC parents

Revealed: How where you live could see you having to pay out 5,200 more for your childcare

UK news
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
4 months ago

TV Licence costs to rise again in April - how to claim a refund and get one free

The BBC Licence Fee is increasing to £174.50 annually from April, with financial support options available for eligible households.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
NYC parents

Revealed: How where you live could see you having to pay out 5,200 more for your childcare

#down-payment-assistance
#higher-education
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Harvard will be free for students whose families make $100,000 or less

Harvard expands financial aid to offer free tuition to families earning below $200,000, enhancing affordability for middle-income students.
Higher education
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | College Is More Affordable Than Many Parents Think

College affordability discussions are often overlooked, leading to confusion and discouragement for families, particularly those from working and middle-class backgrounds.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Harvard will be free for students whose families make $100,000 or less

Harvard expands financial aid to offer free tuition to families earning below $200,000, enhancing affordability for middle-income students.
Higher education
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | College Is More Affordable Than Many Parents Think

College affordability discussions are often overlooked, leading to confusion and discouragement for families, particularly those from working and middle-class backgrounds.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Paying For Law School In 2025: A Straight-Talk Playbook - Above the Law

Juno helps students leverage collective buying power to secure better loan deals.
Law students should prioritize grants and scholarships to reduce student debt effectively.
Fundraising
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Proposed endowment tax would hit Stanford hard

The proposed tax increase could severely impact Stanford's funding for employee salaries and student financial aid.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

How I Plan to Save for My Parents' Retirement - A Balancing Act of Family Responsibility

Understanding your parents' financial situation is crucial before providing assistance with their retirement.
#ukraine
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Taoiseach Micheal Martin has met with Volodymyr Zelensky in Shannon, hopes for 'sustainable and durable' peace

Ireland is committed to supporting Ukraine's EU membership and providing financial aid despite challenges.
Ukraine values the backing from both Ireland and the United States.
France news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Macron Grabs Trump's Arm While Correcting Him: No, In Fact'

Macron emphasized France's significant financial aid to Ukraine during his meeting with Trump, correcting misconceptions about European support.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Ukraine's strong economy is a great asset, but the US mineral deal shows how fragile it could be | Luke Cooper

Ukraine's economic resilience is remarkable given wartime challenges, driven by effective management and essential external support.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Taoiseach Micheal Martin has met with Volodymyr Zelensky in Shannon, hopes for 'sustainable and durable' peace

Ireland is committed to supporting Ukraine's EU membership and providing financial aid despite challenges.
Ukraine values the backing from both Ireland and the United States.
France news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Macron Grabs Trump's Arm While Correcting Him: No, In Fact'

Macron emphasized France's significant financial aid to Ukraine during his meeting with Trump, correcting misconceptions about European support.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Ukraine's strong economy is a great asset, but the US mineral deal shows how fragile it could be | Luke Cooper

Ukraine's economic resilience is remarkable given wartime challenges, driven by effective management and essential external support.
#student-loans
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

How To Guide Your Kid Through The Financial Minefield Of Paying For College

Discuss college funding openly and honestly with your teen to empower their financial understanding.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

How To Guide Your Kid Through The Financial Minefield Of Paying For College

Discuss college funding openly and honestly with your teen to empower their financial understanding.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NY Gov. Hochul boasts handouts - from $400 'inflation refund' checks to free school lunch - in mammoth $254B budget deal

New York's $254 billion budget includes various financial handouts aimed at relieving inflation impacts on families.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Trump tariffs could throw off Ford's path to balanced Ontario budget | CBC News

Doug Ford's upcoming budget faces challenges due to Trump's trade war, threatening plans for fiscal balance amid expected financial aid for impacted sectors.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Xaverian alum, Bard student receives Goldwater Scholarship

Mendoza stated, 'My family would not be able to afford me going to Bard without financial aid, so some extra funds to help me get through my final year means a lot.'
OMG science
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Law School Cutting Scholarships For Students Who Don't Commit Fast Enough? - Above the Law

Law schools are manipulating financial offers to control student enrollment, undermining trust in the admissions process.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

US home equity has reached $35 trillion. It's a blessing and a curse

High home equity can reduce college financial aid eligibility while homeowners face financial strain and hesitancy to sell.
Market volatility and rising property taxes complicate home equity utilization and home sales.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Are State 'Victim Funds' Adequately Compensating Crash Survivors and Their Loved Ones? - Streetsblog USA

Since the passage of the Victims of Crime Act in 1984, every state government has operated a Crime Victim Compensation fund that collects fines and redistributes them.
Social justice
SF parents
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Will My Child Lose the 'Grandparent Advantage' on Financial Aid After My Parent's Death?

The 'grandparent advantage' of 529 plans helps students secure financial aid.
Transferring ownership of a 529 account can affect financial aid eligibility.
#fraud
NYC startup
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Startup founder is convicted of defrauding JPMorgan of $175M by faking firm's success

Charlie Javice was convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase by inflating her startup's customer base by tenfold.
NYC startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Student loan startup founder found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan Chase of $175m

Charlie Javice was convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase out of $175 million by exaggerating her startup's customer base.
NYC startup
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Startup founder is convicted of defrauding JPMorgan of $175M by faking firm's success

Charlie Javice was convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase by inflating her startup's customer base by tenfold.
NYC startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Student loan startup founder found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan Chase of $175m

Charlie Javice was convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase out of $175 million by exaggerating her startup's customer base.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Reworked U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal Proposal: What to Know

President Zelensky emphasized the need for cooperation with the U.S., stating, "We support cooperation with the U.S.... We don't want to send any signals that could lead the U.S. to stop aid to Ukraine."
US news
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Is Frank founder Charlie Javice a genius or a swindler? Jury in $175M JPMorgan fraud trial will soon decide.

Charlie Javice faces fraud charges for allegedly deceiving JPMorgan Chase about user numbers on her website Frank, potentially leading to a 30-year prison sentence.
#medical-education
#education-policy
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Going to Harvard is getting a lot cheaper for most students

Harvard expands financial aid to include students from families earning less than $200,000, potentially affecting 86% of US households.
Education
fromTruthout
6 months ago

Students Fear Applying for Financial Aid Will Prompt Family Members' Deportation

Filling out the FAFSA is crucial for students, regardless of family immigration status, but it comes with potential risks.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Going to Harvard is getting a lot cheaper for most students

Harvard expands financial aid to include students from families earning less than $200,000, potentially affecting 86% of US households.
Education
fromTruthout
6 months ago

Students Fear Applying for Financial Aid Will Prompt Family Members' Deportation

Filling out the FAFSA is crucial for students, regardless of family immigration status, but it comes with potential risks.
#education
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

John and Cyndy Fish donate historic $10 million to Mass. high school

Suffolk Construction CEO John Fish donates $10 million to his alma mater, Tabor Academy, expanding opportunities for students in need.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

John and Cyndy Fish donate historic $10 million to Mass. high school

Suffolk Construction CEO John Fish donates $10 million to his alma mater, Tabor Academy, expanding opportunities for students in need.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Concern over low uptake for tunnel toll discount

Low awareness of discount schemes for the new Silvertown Tunnel raises concerns.
Only 1,131 applications submitted for discounts targeting low-income residents and businesses.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Study Abroad Funding Is Paused, Leaving Some Students Stranded

Funding pause on international grants affects thousands of students' study-abroad experiences and financial stability.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

New law to make cohabiting couples eligible for widow's and widower's contributory pension

The Bereaved Partners Pension Bill 2025 extends eligibility to cohabitants, with an annual cost of €50 million.
Arts
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Struggling English museums get rescue funds

The UK government is allocating £270 million to support urgent needs of museums and cultural venues.
Funding aims to enhance financial stability and infrastructure in struggling organizations.
fromIndependent
6 months ago

'If we don't get help now, we'll be decimated' - Hauliers seek 66m in state aid a month 'to survive' Holyhead port shutdown

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) emphasized that trucking companies are in a precarious position, needing more than €60 million each month to avoid crisis. They warned that without urgent government support, firms could face imminent business collapse, especially in light of the Holyhead crisis threatening their viability.
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