Monthly Archives: October 2022

Russia’s revenue from crude oil exports just hit its lowest point since Vladimir Putin launched his war on Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin. AP Russia’s weekly revenues from oil exports fell to the lowest level since Moscow ordered the invasion of Ukraine, Bloomberg data shows. Duty rates declined, and the volume of seaborne crude shipments dropped to a five-week low.  The European Union’s sanctions on Russian crude are set to take effect on December…

Steve Jobs and U2 ate quiche and drank green tea as they thrashed out a deal that marked the end of the band’s refusal to do commercials

Steve Jobs and U2 celebrated the release of new Apple iPods together in October 2004. Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images In 2004, U2 told Steve Jobs that the band’s single “Vertigo” would be a “perfect fit” for Apple’s ads.  Bono made the comments in his new memoir. The Guardian has published an extract of the book. U2…

Biden can’t cancel your student debt right now, but you can keep applying for the relief. Here’s what you need to know.

U.S. President Joe Biden gives remarks on student debt relief at Delaware State University on October 21, 2022 in Dover, Delaware. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images The 8th Circuit placed a temporary stay on Biden’s student-loan forgiveness. This means Biden cannot discharge any student loans until a final decision on the legality of the relief is made….

My family’s 10 savings accounts may seem like a lot, but they’ve helped us buy a car in cash, pay for emergency expenses, and easily cover holiday expenses

Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help make smart decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. The author, Rob Phelan. Rob Phelan My wife and I used to…

Business travel is making a comeback. Here’s how the right choice of company card can maximize its success.

Getty Images Research from American Express found that 68% of UK businesses plan to increase their spending on work travel. It’s a highly sought-after employee benefit, and decision-makers say it adds long-term value to companies.  Using the right company credit card on business trips turns an extra expense into a smart investment.  In early 2020,…

Rich millennials are buying $152 poop-bag holders and $1,100 Hermès dog bowls as luxury brands bank on them spoiling their pets over having kids

Pagerie is a luxury brand for pets that sells $585 leashes. Carlina Gea Luxury brands like Prada and Versace have launched pet collections in the past couple of years. Industry experts say millennials with deeper pockets want to upgrade their pets’ wardrobes. Boutiques have jumped at the opportunity to sell accessories that can cost hundreds….

Sony has seemingly removed game expiry dates from PlayStation Plus

Sony has seemingly quietly removed the expiry dates on games soon to leave PlayStation Plus. Previously a specific date was given when a game would be leaving the service. Now, while games are still listed in the Last Chance to Play tab, there is no longer a specific date. Read more /format/jpg/quality/80/PlayStation-Plus-logo.jpg” title=”Sony has seemingly…