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In an era in which convenience is king and car buyers seek more seamless connections linking home, car and the outside world, keyless ignition has become a nearly ubiquitous automotive feature. Also called keyless start, push-button start, intelligent key, smart key or digital key, this feature allows you to fire up your car's engine without fumbling for a key in your pocket or purse. Keyless ignition was initially only available on luxury cars starting in the late 1990s, but it has become...
Every U.S. presidential election cycle seems to rekindle a debate about the electoral process itself and whether it needs improving. The confusion and frustration is understandable. America isn't a direct democracy when it comes to picking presidents. Rather, the nation uses the Electoral College process. Here's how it works: Instead of voting directly for president, American citizens cast ballots for their state's electors, who then vote for the president. Each state gets assigned a number of...
September 13, 2024 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas admonishing him for what Tuberville called abusing immigration laws to permanently change the landscape of the United States. In the letter, Tuberville expresses his grave concerns about the unprecedented amount of foreign nationals flooding into rural communities, putting Americans' lives and property at risk. "Throughout your tenure as Secretary of...
Stacker created the forecast for Auburn, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 90 °F on Thursday, while the low is 65 °F on Tuesday. There are expected to be 3 sunny days and rain on 6 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, September 16 - High of 81 °F, low of 66 °F (66% humidity) - Mostly cloudy with a 0% chance of rain - Very high risk of harm from sun exposure (8 UV index) - Gentle breeze (11 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:26 AM, sunset at 6:46 PM You may...
Stacker created the forecast for Mobile, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 92 °F on Friday, while the low is 68 °F on Sunday. There are expected to be 5 sunny days and rain on 4 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, September 16 - High of 86 °F, low of 71 °F (66% humidity) - Partly cloudy with a 100% chance of rain (12 mm of rain) - Very high risk of harm from sun exposure (8 UV index) - Light breeze (6 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:37 AM, sunset at...
Stacker created the forecast for Birmingham, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 89 °F on Wednesday, while the low is 64 °F on Sunday. There are expected to be 4 sunny days and precipitation on 1 day this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, September 16 - High of 85 °F, low of 69 °F (50% humidity) - Mostly cloudy with a 0% chance of rain - Very high risk of harm from sun exposure (8 UV index) - Gentle breeze (11 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:31 AM, sunset at 6:52...
Stacker created the forecast for Montgomery, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 91 °F on Thursday, while the low is 65 °F on Sunday. There are expected to be 3 sunny days and rain on 4 days this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, September 16 - High of 80 °F, low of 69 °F (67% humidity) - Overcast with a 100% chance of rain (1 mm of rain) - High risk of harm from sun exposure (7 UV index) - Gentle breeze (12 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:29 AM, sunset at 6:4...
Stacker created the forecast for Huntsville, Alabama using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 87 °F on Friday, while the low is 62 °F on Sunday. There are expected to be 5 sunny days and rain on 1 day this week. There are currently no weather alerts. Monday, September 16 - High of 86 °F, low of 69 °F (46% humidity) - Sunny with a 0% chance of rain - Very high risk of harm from sun exposure (7 UV index) - Moderate breeze (13 mph wind) - Sunrise at 6:30 AM, sunset at 6:51 PM You may als...
The 2025 Alabama Legislative session n does not begin until early February; but already the wheels are in motion for the next session and legislators are already prefiling dozens of bills. Legislators have already filed four bills restricting firearms. House Bill 26 (HB26) by State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery), HB23 by Rep. Kenyatta Hassell (D-Montgomery), HB13 by Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham), and HB12 – also by Givan. HB26, the Glock switch bill, by Ensler is likely to pass in s...
Between mortgages, loans, and credit cards the average American has around $104,215 in debt, including $6,501 in credit card debt, according to recent Experian data. When you know you have big, outstanding debt, you might be tempted to use your savings to pay off what you owe. In most cases, using your savings to cover outstanding debt isn't a good idea. While it is important to pay down your debt and make regular payments, maintaining some sort of savings is crucial for financial security....
This year, the disastrous rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has derailed the college plans of many low-income students, in some cases possibly killing their college dreams forever, Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Teen Vogue reveal. "Oh God, this is really bad," Zenia Henderson, chief program officer at the National College Attainment Network, said as she reviewed the most recent data tracking FAFSA completion rates. "These numbers are not good. And now...
There isn't a specific amount of credit card debt that's considered too much. Instead, it depends on your individual financial situation and how you're using your credit cards, Experian reports. U.S. consumers had an average total credit card balance of $6,501 as of the third quarter (Q3) of 2023, a 10% increase from the previous year. But again, having more or less than that isn't necessarily bad or good. How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much? How much credit card debt is too much depends on...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
U.S. gasoline prices continue their descent this week as demand for oil remains weak worldwide. The average price for a gallon of gas fell 6 cents from last week after several straight weeks of declines. This trend could continue for longer if hurricane activity remains subdued and conflict in the Middle East doesn't spill over into oil markets. In its monthly report, the International Energy Agency said the slowdown in demand was heavily influenced by a slowing economy in China. The agency...
September 17, 2024 - WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert B. Aderholt (R-AL), along with his fellow co-chairs of the Congressional America250 Caucus, Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), María Elvira Salazar (R-FL), and Dwight Evans (D-PA), introduced a bi-partisan resolution today, with more than fifty original co-sponsors, recognizing and expressing support for Constitution Day. Congressman Robet B. Aderholt (R-AL) released the following statement: "It is an honor to introduce this resolution al...
Investors are currently grappling with U.S. economic uncertainty, shifts in Federal Reserve policy, and the upcoming presidential election—all contributing to a heightened demand for portfolio hedging and diversification. Benzinga examines how current circumstances differ from typical patterns and what this means for the market. The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), a key gauge for measuring protection against stock market fluctuations, has climbed to around 20, a significant rise from its 2024 a...
With great convenience comes great responsibility. QR codes have opened up a whole new world of ease for consumers and businesses. But as with any new tech, scammers are exploiting the growing market to take advantage of consumers. Uniqode analyzed resources from the FBI and the Federal Trade Commission to compile a list of tips on staying safe when using QR codes in public. QR codes are the now-ubiquitous, black-and-white-patterned squares that can be scanned to access a hyperlink on your phone...
