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The funding bill that Congress passed over the weekend could have gone further if not for Elon Musk's influence over Republicans, House Democrats say.

In December, Virgin Voyages launched an annual cruise pass allowing unlimited cruising worldwide.

I'm a big fan of treating myself -- but I need to do it on a budget around the holidays. Here's how I'm continuing my self-indulgence without spending a dime.

Here's Helen Zhao's budget breakdown by category -- from lodging and transportation to food and shopping. Plus, the No. 1 thing she got for her $35,000.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said he was committed to avoiding a shutdown that could jeopardize paychecks for hundreds of thousands of federal employees.

The Senate may soon consider a bill that would increase Social Security benefits for individuals who also receive public pensions.

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Carter Worth breaks down the charts on Etsy.

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announced new donations to 199 different organizations, roughly 75% of which focus on addressing poverty.