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Indianapolis Star
15 hours ago
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
See which Indiana colleges made the made the cut in Money's 2025 ranking
High school Hoosiers overwhelmed at the idea of applying to college may want to check out Money's 2025 best college rankings. Over 700 four-year colleges were weighed across factors including the quality of their education, affordability, alumni employment and graduate earnings. Colleges could receive between 2 and 5 stars. "There isn't one 'best' college for every student," the website says, "but our star ratings on more than 700 colleges can help you build a list of standout schools that fit your budget." Here are Indiana's colleges that received 4 stars or above in this year's ratings.
Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Martin Lewis issues credit card warning to Brits abroad
You could be hit with some unexpected extra fees. Martin Lewis has issued an urgent alert to Brits about the use of credit cards while on holiday. The finance expert has drawn attention to the potential hazards of withdrawing cash with this type of card. Figuring out the most cost-effective way to spend money while on holiday can be a challenge. Some countries still largely rely on cash, whereas others are more open to card and mobile payments. And in certain destinations, such as Morocco, it's not possible to get local currency before leaving the UK. Regardless of where you're headed, Martin strongly discourages using your credit card for cash withdrawals. On his website Money Saving Expert, he expanded on his guidance. Martin said: "Withdrawing cash on a credit card abroad?". As reported by GlasgowLive, he highlighted that this habit could have a detrimental effect on your credit score. "It could impact your credit rating," he further explained. "We get this question a lot, as we warn against credit card ATM withdrawals in the UK, as it risks high interest and many lenders see it as a debt-problem indicator." However, infrequent use of this method is generally not an issue. He stated: "Yet if you only do it occasionally abroad on a specialist card, it's not a biggie, just don't overdo it and pay it off in full" He also mentioned that in some countries, using a UK card can be a "bit trickier". This includes: In Japan, you may need special ATMs to use international cards In China, hotels take cards, but elsewhere Alipay is easier In India, some shops and restaurants won't take international cards As well as using credit cards for cash withdrawals he also advised against using them to top up prepayment cards. He clarified: "You'll likely pay fees and interest. "Most credit-card providers count these as a cash transaction - so charge withdrawal fees and interest. It's always better to use a debit card if you can." For those planning a holiday and seeking to exchange currency beforehand, MSE's online travel money comparison tool here can be a handy resource.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
High street chain shutting 2 MORE Irish stores after closing Dublin location & punters cry ‘we'll have no shops left'
ONE of Ireland's most beloved high street retailers is set to close its doors for the final time tomorrow, with two more Northern Irish locations set to shut in months. River Island's Henry Street store will close on Friday along with two other locations on the island of Ireland early next year. 1 River Island has announced major closures in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland Credit: Alamy It comes as part of a wider restructuring plan across the The retailer will be closing its shops in Lisburn and Bloomfield's Shopping Centre in Bangor. The closures will come in January and 31 other locations around the UK will be shutting as well. And hundreds of Read more in Money Out of the 230 stores across the UK and Northern Ireland, 97 won't be impacted by the closures. Sky News has reported that the restructuring plan will be put to business creditors in August. And the company is set to renegotiate rents with the landlords of 70 other shops. It's also been announced that the Banbury branch will be closing on June 28. Most read in Money The announcement of the store closures in Northern Ireland comes just after the news that they will also be The fashion giant owns 24 locations with multiple branches in Beloved high street chain with 24 Irish locations confirms Dublin city centre store closing down in 10 days in huge blow But one of their biggest locations, on busy Henry Street in the capital's city centre, is set to close. The announcement was made just days ago on a poster in the store front. It reads: "This store is closing. "This store will be closing from Friday 27th June." But they told customers that shopping at the store will still be possible online and in person. Customers were reassured that they can visit the nearby Grafton Street location or visit the online store. But customers were devastated and took to Reacting to a post on Facebook sharing the news, one person said: "First it was new look now this I'm pretty sure the store next will be going... I would actually cry if next will be shut down." Another commented: "Really sad news. One by one are closing." And a third penned: "We will have no shops left in Ireland."
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cardi B slams haters about adding 'WAP' and 'Up' in the album; explains why she came to a decision
Cardi B 's upcoming album's title 'Am I the Drama?' recently became the truth when the netizens were outraged about her decision to include her previous hit songs 'WAP' and ' Up ' in the album, calling it embarrassing for the numbers. However, the rapper has now clapped back and explained about the thoughtful (and soulful) decision. Cardi B claps back... In an X post, the 32-year-old said, 'This will be the last and only time I'm gonna address this.. WAP and Up are two of my biggest songs, my fans have been asking me to put them on an album, and people search for them on IOP all the time…' She further added, 'they deserve a home.. I let haters make me not submit WAP for the Grammy's and at this point I'm giving my fans what they want!' Concluding the tweet, she suggested the haters to cry about it, 'These two songs don't even count for first week sales so what are yall even crying about??? Do ya say anything when all these artist pull out all their little tricks and ponies to sell out??? Exactly….Now let them eat cake. Go cry about it!!! The fans were excited about 'WAP and 'Up' being included in the album; however, they also demanded that other singles, including 'Money,' 'Press,' and 'Finesse,' should also be included in the album, along with 'Bongos' and 'Enough.' How did the netizens react previously? When the 23-track album was announced, the netizens were raising eyebrows. One user wrote, 'y'all are gonna be mad at me but cardi adding the singles WAP and UP which are five years old proves she's chart obsessed' Another user said, 'cardi b putting wap in her new album is so funny like get those numbers girl.' A third user added, 'So Cardi adding WAP and Up to the album. No shade girl get them accolades but WAP is from 2020…'
Wales Online
2 days ago
- Business
- Wales Online
Lloyds, Halifax, and RBS customers with an overdraft given major warning
Lloyds, Halifax, and RBS customers with an overdraft given major warning The change will see some customers paying less while others will pay more Customers should look out for a letter, text or online banking message (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne ) Millions of bank customers have been warned about a major change coming to their overdrafts. Lloyds Banking Group, which includes Halifax and Bank of Scotland, is changing its overdraft charges and says millions of its customers will pay less, but some will pay more. Money Saving Expert (MSE), founded by Martin Lewis, explained that the rate you will get will be based on an "affordability assessment", including your credit history and how you use any accounts you have with the banks. However, the group shared that 29.9% will become its new standard rate, down from 39.9% previously. The £100 interest-free buffer on the Club Lloyds and Halifax Reward accounts will remain. To find your current rate on your bank account statement, MSE advises searching 'Manage my overdraft' in the iPhone app, or try calling or web chatting with the bank. Customers should look out for a letter, text or online banking message from the bank which will set out the changes. If you do not receive any correspondence it means nothing should change for you. For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here Article continues below According to MSE the changes are being rolled out in stages. If your rate is going down you should get seven days' notice before the rate automatically reduces. If your rate is rising, you will get 60 days' notice. Earlier this year Martin Lewis issued a warning about overdrafts and offered tips to help people pay them off on The Martin Lewis Money Show. Overdrafts are a way of borrowing money from your bank to allow you to spend more money than you have in your account. During the ITV show Martin said many people hold the view that credit card debt is worse than being in an overdraft. Article continues below However, he said it is important to debunk that myth. He explained: "Many think credit cards 'bad', debit cards 'good'. "Yet, if you 're overdrawn it's credit cards bad, debit cards worse as most overdrafts are 40% E.A.R Most overdrafts with virtually all high street banks and many others are ar 40% E.A.R. Credit cards [are at] 25%. "Overdrafts are the most expensive form of high street debt. Treat it like a debt, you want to get out of it."
