Ford shareholders reject stock proposal Ford Motor Co. shareholders are again rejecting a proposal to dilute the Ford family's control over the company. At its annual meeting in Wilmington, Del., Thursday, Ford said 67 percent of shareholders voted against the proposal to make each Ford share worth one vote. More
For some Detroit services, call the D.I.Y. Dept. Detroit may be broke but it will soon have a first-rate motor pool, featuring 23 new ambulances and a fleet of 100 new police cars. Some city parks also are getting tender loving care. New fruit trees and shrubs have been planted, and mowing crews are beginning to make the rounds to keep the green spaces tidy. More
AP Source: Fiat mulls IPO after buying Chrysler The head of Italian automaker Fiat is considering a plan to hold a public stock offering after the company buys 100 percent of Chrysler, according to a person briefed on the matter. More
GM says Chevy Spark EV can go 82 miles per charge General Motors says the battery-powered version of its Chevrolet Spark mini-car can travel up to 82 miles on a single charge, putting it among the leaders in mass-market electric vehicles sold in the U.S.... More
State police probe man's death on Southfield Freeway Michigan State Police are investigating the death of a Detroit man struck by a semitruck Tuesday on the Southfield Freeway. A Detroit police patrol was responding to an unrelated incident when they ... 12/4/2024 - 1:26 am | View Link
Anita Clemons Swanagan, Nancy Seeger, Steve Dacus, and Mary Dacus shared their retirement regrets. Clancy Morgan/Business Insider; Gregory Neiser; Brian HansenBusiness Insider heard from more than 3,800 older Americans about their life regrets. In a video, six people shared their stories and described what they wished they'd done differently. Their regrets included retiring too early, not investing aggressively, and letting go of property.
ferrantraite/Getty ImagesReal-estate investors shared their predictions for 2025 and top advice. One investor says to think long-term and don't expect interest rates to drop. Another says to spot opportunities by looking at 'days on market' on a listing. Experienced real-estate investors don't expect mortgage rates to drop significantly in 2025, but they tend to agree that it could be an excellent year to invest in a property.
Nearly half of Americans aged 60 and older can't afford their daily needs, the National Council on Aging estimates. Over 3,800 older Americans reached out to Business Insider to share their financial regrets and the lessons they wish they had learned earlier. Six shared advice on saving, investing, and preparing for retirement.
Micro-retirements could help avoid burnout. Thomas Barwick/Getty ImagesA micro-retirement is a new way for young workers to achieve a work-life balance. It involves taking a significant career break to combat burnout or pursue personal passions. Financial planning and clear goals are crucial for a successful micro-retirement experience."Quiet vacationing" had its moment.
Leah Mancuso before and after losing 200 pounds. Lauren Hansen/Tara DunnBusiness Insider has interviewed dozens of people who've lost weight. We rounded up some of their top, practical tips to make fat loss simpler. High-protein diets and calorie deficits are key strategies for successful weight loss. Weight loss is, on the face of it, simple.
Misty Miller regretted retiring too early, and she quickly returned to the workforce. Austin MeyerMisty Miller, 65, regretted retiring early because she thought she was well off. Miller found retirement isolating and financially challenging, so she returned to work. This story is part of an ongoing series on older Americans' regrets.