Borrowers in need of some extra money should be aware of these smart (and risky) options heading into 2025. Source

Aftershocks are being felt in California after a major earthquake struck off the coast near Eureka, triggering tsunami warnings that were later lifted. CBS News Bay Area has continuing coverage as locals take stock of damage from the earthquake. Source

A large earthquake struck off the coast of Humboldt County on Thursday morning. Source

The National Weather Service has issued a tsunami warning after a strong earthquake struck off the coast of California. CBS News has the latest. Source

You may be able to use your credit cards after consolidating, but that isn’t always the best financial move. Source

Both gold and Bitcoin could be investments that pay off next year, but one may be a smarter bet than the other. Source

QVC recall of oven gloves comes after it received more than 160 consumer reports of insufficient heat protection. Source

Jeff Daniels launches the second season of his Audible memoir, “Alive and Well Enough,” sharing personal stories, music, and lessons from his decades-long career. Source

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are meeting with lawmakers Thursday on plans for the newly coined of Department of Government Efficiency. Source

While bikes with training wheels teach kids to pedal, steer and brake, balance bikes focus on the balance aspect from the start. Source