Episode 3 is here! T-H-I-N-K" Differently About Money

We all need a simple way to understand and improve our financial health. Using a simple five-step strategy based on an acronym of T-H-I-N-K, we can move forward in our financial wellness journey together.

Making the Most of Your Tax Refund YouTube video by MrMoney1808

With tax season nearly done, the big question is: what are you going to do with that tax refund?
Experts have some ideas for you.

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With everyone feeling the pain from the highest #gasoline prices since 2024, I have some money-saving tips for your next fill-up. #money, #Energy, #war impact

Reintroducing myself. I'm still doing financial journalism, storytelling, and producing (video) but now I'm doing it under my own umbrella.

I walked by the picket line for striking nurses at New York-Presbyterian Allen Hospital in Inwood. Neighbors are recording their support.

I went to Ghana for the first time in 2019. It absolutely changed my life and many of my perceptions about myself. 🇬🇭 I just bought Twi flashcards to learn the language.

Inside Meta's new plan to compete with ChatGPT Mark Zuckerberg wants his company to be a leader in the AI space.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Mark Zuckerbergs AI ambitions.
www.thestreet.com/video/inside...

Dangerous Chemicals Were Detected in 100% of the Braiding Hair We Tested - Consumer Reports CR tested 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products for heavy metals and VOCs. We found carcinogens and more in 100 percent of the samples.

www.consumerreports.org/health/wigs-...

7-Eleven owners forced to consider takeover proposal The company’s founding Ito family failed to secure financing to avoid the takeover.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social PM edition. The drama facing 7-11's future.
www.thestreet.com/video/7-elev...

Black consumers mounting economic protest Friday.

It’s not $5, but Subway footlongs are getting a price cut Some Subway sandwiches reached as much as $14 in certain cities.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Subway's attempted inflation buster.
www.thestreet.com/video/its-no...

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social PM edition. The ominous signs tanking Tesla shares.
www.thestreet.com/video/tesla-...

Your eggs won’t get any cheaper in 2025 The USDA says egg prices could rise as much as 40% this year.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Egg-flation. Egg-ageddon. Egg shock. Take your pick. Egg prices continue to soar beyond belief.
www.thestreet.com/video/your-e...

Bitcoin, Ether plunge after $1.5 billion crypto hack The Bybit exchange suffered what could wind up being the largest crypto heist ever.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social PM edition. Major crypto heist rattles confidence.
www.thestreet.com/video/bitcoi...

The end of an era. #ReidOut

Apple makes $500 billion investment in the U.S. Here's how Apple is betting on American innovation.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Apple's big U.S. bet.
www.thestreet.com/video/apple-...

ESPN and MLB to end their TV partnership: What fans need to know ESPN and MLB are planning to end their decades-long relationship after the 2025 season.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social Friday edition. ESPN strikes out with Major League Baseball.
www.thestreet.com/video/espn-a...

Bond's new boss: Amazon MGM takes creative control of 007 franchise Amazon MGM Studios is taking creative control of the James Bond franchise.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social Thursday recap. James Bond has a new boss and it's not M.
www.thestreet.com/video/bonds-...

Why Walmart stock is plunging after earnings Walmart is seeing higher sales thanks to wealthier customers shopping online, but what has investors selling the stock?

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Walmart Worries.
www.thestreet.com/video/why-wa...

Apple unveils new low-cost iPhone to replace SE Apple is releasing a new low-end iPhone to replace the aging iPhone SE.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social PM edition. Apple debuts cheaper iPhone 16e amid global sales decline.
www.thestreet.com/video/apple-...

Popular restaurant chain is moving its iconic headquarters after 95 years KFC is packing up and moving its U.S. headquarters from Kentucky to Texas.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Dropping the K from Kentucky Fried Chicken.
www.thestreet.com/video/popula...

‘Tesla Takedown’ protesters say they’re just getting started denouncing DOGE at dealerships After a day of protests against Musk and DOGE, organizers says it is just the beginning.

FAST COMPANY: ".. It’s one way to target Elon Musk where he’s most vulnerable: Tesla’s car sales are dropping, and his political work is pushing consumers away from the brand. Meanwhile, most of Musk’s wealth is tied up in Tesla stock."

#TeslaTakedown $TSLA
www.fastcompany.com/91280513/tes...

Apple competitor launches tri-foldable phone globally Huawei has officially released the Mate XT trifold phone outside of China.

Forgot to post Tuesday's Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social. Huawei tries to ditch global pariah status with triple-fold phone.
www.thestreet.com/video/apple-...

Tim Cook surprises Apple lovers with February product launch Cook teased the “newest member of the family.”

Forgot to post Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social for PM Thursday: Get ready for a new iPhone.
www.thestreet.com/video/tim-co...

Why Americans can finally download TikTok again After a brief ban, the app is back on Google and Apple app stores.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social Friday edition. TikTok is back, at least for now.
www.thestreet.com/video/americ...

YouTube TV subscribers might be losing popular channels Paramount Global and YouTube are locked in a contract battle.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Contract fights and blackout threats move from cable to streaming video.
www.thestreet.com/video/youtub...

Tariffs could have unexpected impact on happy hour New tariffs mean it will be more expensive to bottle and can booze.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Tariffs, inflation, and your bar tab.
www.thestreet.com/video/tariff...

How much do I love thee? If you answer with chocolate, this Valentine's Day is going to hurt.
www.thestreet.com/video/who-ca...

Elon Musk's OpenAI bid escalates war of words with Sam Altman The Tesla and X CEO offered $97 billion for the artificial intelligence company.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. Battle of the tech bros: Elon Musk vs. Sam Altman with OpenAI as the prize.
www.thestreet.com/video/elon-m...

Why the Penny may finally disappear after over 200 years President Trump has instructed the Treasury Secretary to stop producing pennies.

Word on @thestreetnews.bsky.social AM edition. The penny doesn't put a glimmer in Trump's eyes.
www.thestreet.com/video/penny-...