How much interest can a 3-month CD account earn this May?

A 3-month CD account has multiple advantages for savers this May. Getty Images/iStockphoto Long-term financial protection can be ideal for savers, but in some cases, it may not actually be needed. Sometimes, savers just need protection for a few weeks or months. And, if they can earn a decent interest rate on their money, that …

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Thermos recalls 8.2 million containers after stoppers caused permanent vision loss

Thermos is recalling 8.2 million containers and jars after some stoppers forcefully ejected, leading to laceration injuries that required medical attention, and three consumers suffered permanent vision loss. The recall includes 5.8 million Thermos Stainless King Food Jars and about 2.3 million Thermos Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles, with the items sold at Target, Walmart, …

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How much will a $100,000 annuity pay each month at age 60?

It’s important to understand exactly what an annuity will deliver before you sign on the dotted line. Sakchai Vongsasiripat/Getty Images For the majority of Americans heading into their 60s, their Social Security benefits will eventually provide at least some foundation for their retirement plans. But the gap between what those benefits cover and what a …

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