The typical new car today costs almost $49,000 - near a record high. Used cars are also flirting with all-time highs. That's because car prices skyrocketed during the pandemic and have hardly fallen since, making car ownership one of the biggest financial burdens Americans face.
Spending on crime response varies dramatically from one state to another. For instance, California spends significantly more than states with less crime or smaller populations.
The Fair Deal scheme in Ireland, which is designed to provide financial assistance with nursing home fees, poses a significant risk for over 13,000 farm families due to disqualifying long-term land leases.
The average cost of a basic funeral has surged to £4,285, reflecting a 3.5% increase this year. September saw many grieving families resorting to crowdfunding as costs soar.