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Everyone Aboard an American Airlines Jet That Collided With an Army Helicopter Is Feared Dead
Authorities say everyone aboard an American Airlines jet that collided with Army helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C.
Best Cars for the Money
The U.S. News Best Cars for the Money awards highlight the cars, SUVs and minivans that provide excellent long-term value and a top-notch ownership experience.
Economy Exits 2024 Strongly
The economy slowed a little in the fourth quarter, but consumer spending was strong.
By Tim Smart
Patel Faces Contentious Hearing
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI director, will have to defend an extensive history of controversial remarks and actions to a skeptical Senate committee.
Opinion: What Trump Gets Wrong About Remote Work
Letting federal employees work from home improves government efficiency.
Best No-Annual-Fee Credit Cards
These cards offer great rewards without the introductory annual fee.
How Tariffs Affect Investments
New tariffs introduce more market uncertainty. Here's what to keep in mind.
By Wayne Duggan and Jordan Schultz
Savings Calculator
This free savings calculator will help you project how you can build your savings over time.
How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
Extra payments or refinancing can simplify paying off your mortgage early.
By Maryalene LaPonsie, Mark Evitt and Emily Roth
Financial Advice on a Budget
Key questions can help you find the right financial advisor that fits your goals and budget.
By Julie Pinkerton and Aaron Davis
Stargate and its Controversy, Explained
Elon Musk, who helped bankroll Trump’s reelection campaign, questioned the investment.
The Laken Riley Act, Explained
Trump made immigration a centerpiece of his campaign. The passage of the Laken Riley Act is the first step in his plan.
Opinion: Jan. 6 Pardons Will Bring Catastrophe
The deterrence power of prosecuting the insurrectionists has been destroyed.
By Jacob Ware
Trump’s Post-Paris Climate Policy
President Donald Trump on his first day in office again withdrew the U.S. from a landmark global pact to fight climate change. So what is the Paris Agreement? And what happens to it now?
Watch for These Trump ‘Firsts’
Where Trump goes and who he meets first will say a lot about his priorities.
By Olivier Knox
10 Most Affordable Online MBA Programs
One school charged only $201 per credit during 2024-2025 for out-of-state MBA students, according to U.S. News data.
U.S. News Ranks Best Online Programs
Online programs at 1,790 colleges and universities were assessed as part of this year's rankings.
By Sarah Wood
See the Top Online Bachelor's Programs
Learn about the online undergraduate programs that topped the 2025 rankings.
Online Programs With Diverse Faculty
About two-thirds of faculty members at these schools, on average, are nonwhite, according to U.S. News data.
By Sarah Wood
The Cost of an Online Bachelor's Degree
Students should consider more than just total program costs, experts say.
By Cole Claybourn and Emma Kerr
10 of the Best Stocks to Buy for 2024
2024 still has a few surprises in store, but there are good reasons to be optimistic about each of the following stocks.
By John Divine and Aaron Davis
Will the Stock Market Crash in 2025?
Roiling financial markets have 2025 off to a chaotic start.
By Brian O'Connell and Rachel McVearry
7 of the Best Long-Term Stocks
Though in different sectors, these stocks all share a wide moat and unrivaled scale.
By Jeff Reeves and Aaron Davis
7 Best Esports Stocks to Buy
It's game on for these top esports stocks.
By Wayne Duggan and Jordan Schultz
7 of the Best Growth Funds to Buy
Investors favoring capital preservation and growth over income may find these growth funds appealing.
By Tony Dong and John Divine
How U.S. News Ranks the Best Jobs
We analyze data about salary, unemployment rate and growth prospects to select the top jobs of the year.
Why Nurse Practitioner Is No. 1
Nurse practitioners are an indispensable part of the health care system.
By Jamela Adam, Susannah Snider and Dawn Bradbury
The Best Jobs in America in 2025
These top occupations offer solid growth, robust wages and job safety.
Best Jobs That Pay $100K or More
Earn six figures with these top professions.
By A.R. Cabral, Susannah Snider and Barri Segal
FDA Moves to Reduce Cigarette Nicotine
The FDA proposed limiting nicotine levels from combustible tobacco products.
Is Microdosing Ozempic Effective?
Proponents of Ozempic microdosing claim you'll reap the drug's benefits with fewer side effects. But is taking small doses of GLP-1 agonists safe and effective for weight loss?
10 Tips to Live to 100
Basic healthy habits can help you reach the golden age of 100 and beyond. Here are tips from experts as well as two centenarians on aging healthily.
By Vanessa Caceres and Micah Yu
Recipes for Health Shots
These trendy and pricey tonics claim to support immunity, inflammation, brain health, energy and more. Here's how to make your own.
By Toby Amidor and Gretel Schueller
Best Immunity Boosters
While illness isn't always avoidable, especially during the winter months when germs are going around, these immune system boosters can help give you an edge and strengthen your immunity.
The Most Overvalued U.S. Housing Markets
Buying in pricey markets such as Hawaii and California can cost up to 60% or more of local per-capita income.
Wildfires' Impact on LA's Housing Market
The LA wildfires that burned through much of the region earlier this month wreaked havoc on the local real estate market.
Education
Best Colleges
Expert advice, rankings and data to help you navigate your education journey and find the best college for you.
How to Write a College Essay
College admissions experts offer tips on selecting a topic as well as writing and...
By Devon Haynie and Cole Claybourn
U.S. News Guide to College Majors
Options for selecting a college major are numerous and wide-ranging.
By Kara Coleman Fields and Sarah Shelton
Best Graduate Schools
Rankings, data and advice to help you connect your education to your dream career.
Is Graduate School Worth the Cost?
Students must weigh future salary and career prospects against debt and lost earnings.
By Emma Kerr and Sarah Wood
Should You Get an MBA Degree?
An MBA is ideal for people who want to gain business skills and accelerate their...
By Ilana Kowarski and Cole Claybourn
Best Colleges
U.S. News provides more than 100 different types of numerical rankings and lists to...
Best Graduate Schools
U.S. News Best Graduate Schools rankings are designed to help prospective students...
Best High Schools
The U.S. News rankings include data on nearly 25,000 public high schools in 50 states...
Best Online Colleges
Find a trustworthy and flexible online college learning option that works best for you...
U.S. News Scholarship Finder
Looking for scholarships and other financial aid options? Use the Scholarship Finder...
What You Need to Know About College Tuition Costs
The cost of college might seem less expensive at state schools, but sticker prices can be deceiving.
By Sarah Wood
A Guide to Completing the FAFSA
The FAFSA is the financial aid form for accessing grants, federal student loans and work-study funds.
By Sarah Wood
Graduate School Application Timeline
If you plan to attend graduate school, it pays to start planning early. Here are some tips.
By Kate Rix
Careers
Best Companies to Work For
U.S. News grouped the Best Companies by industry as well as by geographic region so you can easily access information about the workplaces that might be a good fit.
Is Banking a Good Career Path?
A banking career can offer stability, solid pay and growth opportunities.
By Jamela Adam, Katy Marquardt and Susannah Snider
Are REITs a Good Career Path?
If you’re passionate about real estate or investment management, a career in real...
By Jamela Adam, Katy Marquardt and Susannah Snider
What to Say When Negotiating Salary
Remember that you’re in your most powerful negotiating position before you’ve been...
The Best Jobs in America
These top occupations offer solid growth, robust wages and job safety.
Careers With the Most Job Security
People in these jobs may be best positioned to ride out future economic instability.
By Haley Bartel , Barri Segal and Susannah Snider
20 Best STEM Careers
These STEM careers pay well and offer promising opportunities for growth.
By Jamela Adam, Katy Marquardt and Susannah Snider
15 Best Jobs for Remote Workers
These remote jobs allow flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home options.
By Jamela Adam, Katy Marquardt and Susannah Snider
Use ChatGPT for Your Resume
You can use AI to write a resume. But there is a right way – and wrong way – to do it.
8 Tips for a Career Change Resume
Here are the best ways to craft your career change resume.
Workplace Benefits for Caregivers
These benefits can help caregivers juggle their many responsibilities.
Guide to Pre-Employment Drug Testing
Employers can require prospective workers to take a drug test, but marijuana laws are...
Health
Best Hospitals
Helping patients and families find the best healthcare for more than 30 years. Find the best hospital near you.
2024-2025 Adult Specialties Rankings
See the top hospitals in 15 specialties of complex adult care in the 2024-2025 U.S...
Hospitals for Heart & Vascular Surgery
These 10 hospitals outperformed all others in the 2024-2025 U.S. News Best Hospitals...
Doctors
Find the doctor that is the right fit for you.
How to Find the Best Spinal Surgeon
Discover what makes a good spinal surgeon and how to choose the best one for your...
By Elaine K. Howley and Matthew Otten
Dementia Doctors
Learn about the types of providers who treat patients with age-related cognitive...
10 Tips to Live to 100
Basic healthy habits can help you reach the golden age of 100 and beyond. Here are tips from experts as well as two centenarians on aging healthily.
By Vanessa Caceres and Micah Yu
Rapidly Progressive Dementia
If your loved one experiences sudden cognitive decline, they may be experiencing a rare type of dementia called rapidly progressive dementia.
By Payton Sy and Christine Comizio
Medicare Part D Changes for 2025
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 has triggered a raft of changes to Medicare Part D plans and Medicare Advantage plans that affect prescription drug coverage in 2025. Here’s what to know.
By Elaine K. Howley and Aviva Patz
Jenny Craig vs. WeightWatchers (WW)
These two commercial diet programs focus on weight loss, but they use different approaches to help you achieve that goal.
Cars
Best Car Rankings
From rankings and reviews to cars for sale in your area – we've done all the car‑buying research so you don't have to.
Best SUV Rankings
Our SUV rankings are based on two types of information: published reviews from...
Best Truck Rankings
See our comprehensive list of the best pickup trucks.
Best Hybrid Rankings
See our list of the best hybrids based on our expert reviews and rankings.
Best EV Rankings
Find the best electric cars, SUVs and trucks based on our EV rankings.
U.S. News Best Price Program
More than 300,000 car shoppers have purchased or leased a car through the U.S. News Best Price Program. Shoppers have seen savings of $2,287 off MSRP across all vehicles.
Best New Car Deals This Month
This is a great time to shop for a new car, truck or SUV, especially as automakers...
Best Lease Deals This Month
Here are the most recent incentives, which should give you an idea of what might be...
Best Used Car Deals This Month
Certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles are worth a look if you're shopping for a used car.
Browse Cars and Trucks
Find expert reviews, photos and pricing for All Cars and Trucks from U.S. News & World Report.
Advice
Best Compact Cars for the Money
Explore the 2025 Best Compact Cars for the Money. These models offer top-notch quality...
By Blair Travers, Rachel Shuster and Nate Parsons
Best Compact SUVs for the Money
To determine the Best Compact SUV for the Money, we analyze each vehicle in the class...
Best Hybrid Cars for the Money
We compared value and quality to find the best hybrid cars money can buy in 2025.
Used Cars for Sale
Find cars near you.
Best Used Car Rankings
If you're planning to buy a used car, our rankings highlight the best used cars for every budget.
Compare Cars
Compare vehicles and see how they stack up against each other in terms of rankings, performance, features, specs, safety, prices and more.
Compare Auto Loan Rates
Use our car financing tools to apply for a new or used car loan, or to refinance your current vehicle.
Money
Best Credit Cards
U.S. News evaluated hundreds of credit card offers and selected the best credit cards for every type of consumer.
Best Balance Transfer Cards
A balance transfer credit card allows you to move one or more account balances to the...
By Adriana Ocañas and Ray Frager
Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards
Find the best travel credit cards to earn free flights, loyalty perks and more.
By Adriana Ocañas and Ray Frager
Best Rewards Credit Cards
Rewards credit cards entice with points, miles or cash back, but make sure rewards...
By Adriana Ocañas and Ray Frager
Best Savings Accounts in 2025
A savings account can be a good place to keep your money easily accessible while still earning interest. U.S. News' experts analyzed banks across the country to find accounts with low minimums and high interest rates. The national average annual percentage yield for savings accounts is 0.45%.
Best High-Yield Savings Accounts in 2025
Look to online-only banks to find the best high-interest savings accounts.
By Mark Evitt and Ray Frager
Best Online Banks in 2025
A bank with no brick-and-mortar locations could offer features that are right for you.
Best Checking Accounts in 2025
A checking account keeps your money readily available for paying day-to-day expenses...
By Ellen Chang, Mark Evitt and Emily Roth
Calculate Your Retirement Savings
Planning for retirement starts with a clear picture of your finances. This free calculator provides a personalized estimate of how long your savings and income can support your lifestyle.
Mortgage Calculator
This handy tool crunches the numbers to figure out your monthly mortgage payments so...
Savings Calculator
This free savings calculator will help you project how you can build your savings over...
Loan Calculator
Our easy-to-use loan calculator will help you estimate monthly payments to avoid...
Best Mortgage Lenders
Learn about the home loan process and how to find the best mortgage lender with competitive rates.
Best Personal Loan Lenders & Rates
A personal loan can help spread out the cost of big-ticket items, consolidate debt or allow you to make cozy home upgrades over time. Consider making budgeting more manageable with a personal loan.
By Zina Kumok, Gina Freeman and Erika Giovanetti
Best Private Student Loans
If federal student loans don't fit your needs, compare private student loan interest rates and lenders to find the right financing option for your college expenses.
Student Loan Refinance Lenders
Refinancing federal, private or both types of student loans can help you pay off your student debt faster and work toward other financial goals, but the pause in federal student loan payments may influence your decision to refinance.
By Bob Musinski , Emily Roth and Erika Giovanetti
Best Mortgage Refinance Lenders
Find the best refinance lenders for your mortgage to get a lower interest rate or monthly payment.
By Kimberly Rotter and Erika Giovanetti
Compare Current Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates are determined by factors that are out of your control and those that are related to your borrower profile and the type of loan.
By Jessica Merritt and Erika Giovanetti
Real Estate
Best Places to Live in the U.S.
For the 2024-2025 Best Places to Live rankings, we selected 150 major cities to find the best places to live.
The 25 Best Places to Live in the U.S.
These cities offer the best combination of jobs, desirability, cost of living, quality...
The Best Places to Live for the Weather
Moderate temperatures and abundant sunshine determine how desirable a city is to live.
Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
U.S. News analyzed data for the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S. to assess how well they meet Americans' retirement needs and expectations.
The 25 Best Places to Retire
If you're looking to retire soon, these cities offer the best mix of desirability...
By Gina Freeman, Dawn Bradbury and Tracy Stewart
The 6 Easiest Places to Retire Abroad
These countries offer residency options that are easy to qualify for.
Real Estate Experts' Fave Influencers
Whether you're looking for inspiration or interested in working with one, these...
By Karen Dybis, Dawn Bradbury and Liisa Rajala
Can You Build a Fireproof Home?
With the risk of drought and wildfires increasing across the country, it's more...
Wildfires' Impact on LA's Housing Market
The LA wildfires that burned through much of the region earlier this month wreaked...
Housing Market Index
The U.S. News Housing Market Index is a single number that measures and compares the...
U.S. News 360 Reviews
80+ Best Early Black Friday Deals 2024
This year, Black Friday came early. Our sales editor found deep discounts on top-rated brands we trust.
Saatva Mattress Review
Side sleepers, rejoice: The Saatva Loom & Leaf is a side sleeper's dream
Avocado Mattress Review
It's nice to know that what you sleep on isn't made of fiberglass particles or...
Aura ID Theft Protection Review
Aura, tied for No. 2 in our rating of the Best Identity Theft Protection Services of...
By Rob Lever
Travel
Best Cruises
U.S. News has ranked more than 150 cruise ships. Find the best cruise for your vacation.
The Best Hotels in the USA
U.S. News ranked 4,700-plus top properties for 2024. Check out the 50 best.
Best Vacations
U.S. News has ranked more than 1,100 vacation destinations across the world. Find the...
Best Travel Rewards Programs
U.S. News has ranked the top hotel and airline loyalty programs. Choose the best...
Top Things to Do in Montana
Glacier National Park and "Yellowstone" filming locations are among the highlights.
The 9 Most Epic Northern Lights Cruises
Book one of these oceangoing adventures to watch the aurora light up the sky at sea.
By Gwen Pratesi, Rachael Hood and Catriona Kendall
Airport Costs to Splurge On and Avoid
When done right, airport spending can make your travel experience far better.
The Best Family Travel Insurance Plans
The top options offer free coverage for kids and ample family-forward benefits.
Travel Guides by Culture Trip
Culture Trip, a service of U.S. News, delivers immersive small group adventures and...
Best Travel Insurance
In our best travel insurance ratings, we take into account traveler reviews, credit...



























































































































































