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You need a backup World Cup team. Let the stock market help you pick one. It's a good idea to have a backup World Cup squad if yours gets bounced from the tournament early. One option would be to pick based on domestic stock-market performance. Detailed below are some options, as well as a player scouting report for each.

Why the World Cup produces an ugly version of the beautiful game FIFA could emulate other sports by tweaking rules to generate more excitement

A guide for the perplexed on AI Should we think of this technology as boon, bane or bubble?

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Warsh to Be Sworn in as New Fed Chair. Here’s What It Means for You Instead of speculating about where interest rates may go next, the better question is: What should you focus on that is actually within your control?

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What To Tell Graduates Who Ask You For Advice Right Now AI is changing work faster than ever. Here’s some advice leaders can give graduates and young people navigating an uncertain future.

How Much Money Do Americans Really Have in the Bank? A Look at Median Balances by Age, Family, and Education Median bank account balances in the U.S. range from $5,400 for those under 35 to $13,400 for ages 65–74, according to Federal Reserve data. Couples report higher median savings than single households, while college-educated households have the highest bank balances. To boost your savings faster, c...