An indoor cam caught a dog chewing on a lithium-ion battery power bank, which then set the house on fire. The flames spread through the living room in minutes. The family (and all their pets) got out safely. Note to self: Keep power banks up high away from Abby.
Best high-yield savings accounts for 2025
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I love answering your questions and Danielle in Austin, Texas, wrote, “I see online banks that offer really high interest rates. Are they safe? My bank doesn’t even pay 1%!”
High-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) online earn much higher interest rates than what big-name banks like Chase or Wells Fargo offer. I wouldn’t go with just any online bank, though.
Stick with the established names, and make sure your deposits are FDIC-insured. Even if the bank fails, you’re covered up to $250,000 per depositor, per account type.
Here are four major online banks
These are FDIC-insured, have no monthly fees and no minimum deposit requirement. The differences boil down to interest rates, ATM access, number of withdrawals allowed per month and customer service.
📌 Marcus by Goldman Sachs – APY: 3.90%
- Withdrawal Limitations: No specified limit on the number of withdrawals per month
- Accessibility: No ATM access or physical branches; online and mobile banking available
- Customer Service: 24/7 customer support via phone and chat
📌 Ally Bank – APY: 4.35%
- Withdrawal Limitations: Federal regulations limit certain types of withdrawals to six per statement cycle
- Accessibility: No physical branches; extensive ATM network and mobile banking with check deposit
- Customer Service: 24/7 customer support via phone, chat and email
📌 Capital One 360 Performance Savings – APY: 3.70%
- Withdrawal Limitations: No specified limit on the number of withdrawals per month
- Accessibility: Physical branches and Capital One Cafés; online and mobile banking with check deposit
- Customer Service: Available via phone and in person during branch hours
📌 American Express High Yield Savings – APY: 3.70%
Master Excel with these 5 genius tricks
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You can’t keep track of everything on paper. Excel can play a significant role in your daily workload. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro user, there’s much to learn — like these five useful Excel tricks.
Want to become an Excel expert? It’s a good strategy for small business owners who want to grow this year. After all, you’ll generate tons of data. Speaking of which, here’s how to stop third parties from selling your data.
Crap, you forgot the Christmas cards: It’s not too late to spread some holiday cheer with a heartfelt message. Hit up Canva, Adobe Express or Paperless Post online. Choose a template, whip up a greeting and send it in just a few minutes — no printing or trip to the post office.
What to do about TikTok and the anti-Semite mob
Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” is popping up across TikTok. If you spot it, here’s how to curb its spread.
🚨 Red alert for Androids: Be careful what you download. Hackers are using a tool called .NET MAUI to create what look like legit banking, dating and social media apps. They spread through texts and shady links instead of the Google Play Store. Always stick to the official app store, and keep your OS updated. Mahalo!
LinkedIn features you should start using
LinkedIn is one of the biggest social media sites for professionals. If you want to reconnect with old coworkers or find new jobs, it’s the place to be. Users love its many features, especially the profile page you can use to brag about your accomplishments.
Working from home? 8 tips for managing remote employees
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The coronavirus pandemic has turned the world upside down. Millions of people are trying to help flatten the curve by practicing social distancing, among other things.
While this is a great way to help slow the spread of the virus, it’s taking a huge toll on the economy. Companies have seen a sharp decline in business and some have even had to close their doors. Others have been asking employees to work from home (WFH).
📸 Saving memories: A North Carolina woman is using Instagram to reunite families with photographs lost during Hurricane Helene. Taylor Schenker has collected hundreds of photos from the debris and shares them on her page, Photos from Helene. Folks can reach out to claim them or have them mailed back. Only about 15% have been returned. Spread the word if you can.
Not a joke: Two teenage boys in Pennsylvania thought it’d be fun to grab nearly 350 videos and photos of their female classmates from social media, use AI to make the girls appear naked, and then spread the pics around. They’re now facing 59 child porn charges. This is just getting worse.
September 2nd, 2023
I chatted with journalist Jason Koebler of 404 Media about his investigation into sketchy Instagram ads. Plus, a principal is using TikTok to call out her students. Deepfake scam videos spread over social, lost kids found through video doorbells and Google Meet’s new AI features. All that and much more, plus all your calls and questions.
Does 5G cause cancer or other health problems?
The 5G revolution is here, and boy, has it caused a splash. Conspiracy theories spread through forums like tornadoes, whipping up fear about contamination and health issues. People are toppling cell phone towers, thinking they cause COVID-19. But how valid are these concerns? Kim sits down with radio wave expert Kenneth Foster, a University of Pennsylvania professor with all the facts. After this episode, you’ll be ready for the newest generation of wireless technology.
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Bonus episode: Full hour of The Kim Komando Show
This week’s exclusive episode of Komando On Demand is a full hour of The Kim Komando national radio show. Listen on your schedule on the Komando Community. Try it free for 30 days at getkim.com. In this hour, governments around the world have been scrambling to get contact tracing apps on smartphones to track the spread of COVID-19. We’ll tell you why it’s not working. Plus, Amazon is close to a major milestone on the stock market. And dozens of models of routers are vulnerable to being hacked. Find out if yours is on the list.
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Anonymous: Who are they and how they work
You’ve probably heard of the hacktivist group Anonymous, but what do you know aside from some famous cyberattacks and those signature masks? Kim dives into everything Anonymous with Dr. Gabriella Coleman, an anthropologist and professor at McGill University. She studies hacktivist groups and tells us what Anonymous is up to these days and how you can help stop the spread of their sensational messages.
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Why that COVID contact tracing text is a scam
Don’t be surprised to hear from coronavirus tracers who track the spread of the disease. But if you were one of the millions who got a text that you’ve been exposed to COVID-19, it was probably a scam. I’ll tell you what tipped me off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Purdue virologist: Here's what's coming - How to cut the cord - Finding WFH jobs
In this episode, Kim talks to a virologist about the spread of COVID-19, the importance of technology in the fight and what it means for the future of healthcare. Plus, the best way to start streaming to lower your cable bill and advice on cutting the cord. And hear the hilarious story of a Zoom class gone wrong.
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Protect yourself from COVID-19 scams
Scams, hacks and cyberthreats exploded in March and show no signs of slowing down as the coronavirus spread continues. Kim talks with Etay Maor, Chief Security Officer at IntSights, a company that helps enterprises defend against security threats. They dive into the outlandish scams finding traction and the more believable ones fooling people across the web.
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4 compelling reasons why 5G cannot spread or make coronavirus
Maybe you’ve seen this conspiracy theory on social media or YouTube: 5G is causing or spreading the coronavrius. Don’t fall for it. I’ve got four scientific facts to set your mind at ease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Social media once again fails America with fake news
Real news can spread fast online. Fake news spreads even faster. There are so many hoaxes, rumors and flat out lies circulating right now. Don’t fall for this one that went out to millions of people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should you cancel your hotel, Airbnb or Vrbo reservations?
There’s a lot that’s not known about the spread of the coronavirus right now, including how long the virus remains dangerous on household surfaces. That’s why you should think twice about keeping those rental reservations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices