An emotional message scribbled on a paper trash bag left on a high-speed train by a mother, expressing her frustration over her teenage child’s addiction to electronic devices, has sparked widespread discussion about parenting on mainland social media. The message resonated with a young passenger days later. This “message in a bottle” was written by…
If you’ve ever found yourself a few days away from payday with bills piling up, you’ve probably considered downloading a cash advance app. These apps promise a quick lifeline: $50, $100, sometimes even $500 in your account before your paycheck lands. But do they actually solve financial problems — or just push debt down the…
In 2025, cash advance apps are everywhere. With just a few taps, you can access $50–$500 instantly to cover groceries, gas, or an unexpected bill. But convenience comes at a cost—and if you’re not careful, these apps can trap you in a cycle of borrowing that’s hard to escape. So, are cash advance apps a…
TOKYO — Japan’s struggling Nissan is considering raising more than 1 trillion yen ($7 billion) from debt and asset sales, which would include a syndicated loan guaranteed by the UK government, Bloomberg News said on Wednesday. FUNDRAISING Cars are pictured on display at the headquarters building for Japanese automaker Nissan in Yokohama on May 13,…