Social Security benefits are primarily based on a person's earnings from covered employment.Those earnings are reported to the Social Security Administration (SSA), but it is important for individuals to check the record the agency has on file to be sure everything is in order.Related: The average American confronts new 401(k), retirement savings factsAmerican...

Fast-fashion retailer Shein has big plans for the future, and it's not afraid to make some controversial changes along the way to accomplish those goals. In the midst of its alleged ambitions to pursue an initial public offering, or IPO, in the U.S., with a reported valuation of around $66 billion, the company has quietly made several adjustments to...

Travel trends change, and this summer is no different. Whether it’s a European vacation or a trip to a national park, travelers are seeking out specific destinations. Priceline CEO Brett Keller joined TheStreet to share the biggest travel trends he’s seeing this summer.Related: You may pay more hidden fees this summer when you travelFull Video Transcript...

Airplanes (and the airports from which they make berth) can be stressful, hectic places. Nevertheless, they also have an undeniable allure. Sleek airline logos, elegant staff uniforms, and practiced PA announcements all contribute to a certain air of jet-set intrigue that inspires many travelers to wonder just what it’s like to work on an airplane —...

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says we could be in store for the worst hurricane season in decades. And while safety is the number one concern, it’s the job of company’s like Centuri to make sure everything gets back up and running as quickly as possible. Centuri CEO Bill Fehrman joined TheStreet to discuss how his company is preparing,...

Little things matter on a cruise ship. Until a few years ago, it was general practice for family-friendly cruise lines including Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian Cruise Line to offer a single America-style outlet and one European outlet on cruise ships.Many ships did not offer a single USB port in their cabins and since traditional surge protectors...