‘I’ve been named sole heir’: My father, 92, is a Korean War veteran and stays out until dawn playing poker. What can I do?

What I learned on my post-election trip to Trump Country

There has been a softening of views on Trump, even among Democrats.

The Hill - 1h

I thought I understood my late father. Then I was forced to spend lockdown in his home

My family and I went to Shetland for my dad’s funeral – and the world suddenly shut down. Overwhelmed by his presence in the house, I found my perspective on our relationship starting to shift. I ...

The Guardian - 4h

Will a dog bed for humans improve my life? My pets and I found out

The Snuggle Pod is big enough for a 6ft person and at least one dog. Unfortunately, I have two dogs. They are sometimes advertised as “human kennels” but they are all versions of the same dubious ...

The Guardian - 8h

‘How do I shield my retirement savings?’ I’m worried about Trump’s trade war and Fed’s willingness to cut interest rates

“I’ve been in the nonprofit world my entire career, so my 403(b) is less than $500,000.”

MarketWatch - 2h

Can I negotiate my old tax debt with the IRS?

The IRS can use aggressive tactics to collect your tax debt, but you may be able to negotiate a settlement instead.

CBS News - 17h

‘I don’t care what they play at my funeral. I’m not going to be there’: Ross Kemp’s honest playlist

The actor and TV presenter smashed up his mum’s copy of Carmen as a child and now plays jazz standards to his kids, but which Green Day song reminds him of Afghanistan?. The first song I remember ...

The Guardian - 1d

‘I have a new lease on life’: I sold my business for $130,000. It’s the first time I’m not living paycheck to paycheck. What should I do with this money?

“I have $150,000 left on my mortgage with 7.3% interest.”

MarketWatch - 2d

Decades after his father vanished, one man wonders what role a murderous boss may have played

Before socialite Sante Kimes' decades of crime and deception were uncovered, employee Elmer Holmgren vanished without a trace.

NBC News - 3d

What debt collectors can (and can't) do if you owe money

There are certain approaches debt collectors can take, and some they can't, when trying to collect on a debt.

CBS News - 4d

Can I continue to invest in my future wife’s company?

I’m worried that being married to the owner will affect my eligibility to invest via SEIS

Financial Times - 6d

What can Trump realistically do about FEMA?

People on both sides of the political aisle think the Federal Emergency Management Agency needs to change, but could President Trump's plan to address issues worsen things? Sophia Cai, White House ...

CBS News - Jan. 27

The one change that worked: I woke up to my phone alarm – until my wife insisted on a new morning routine

She was adamant. No alarms, bells or sirens to rouse us. Instead, we ease into the day with classical music and green tea, and it has transformed my outlook on life. Until I met my wife, I thought ...

The Guardian - Jan. 27

'It's extraordinary what Liverpool are doing' - can anyone stop them?

Are Liverpool getting even stronger and can the Premier League leaders be caught? BBC Sport looks into the numbers.

BBC News - Jan. 25

My sister made frequent withdrawals from the ‘bank of Mom and Dad.’ Now our family is torn apart. What can I do?

“My sister did nothing because she was a girl, and my brother was too young to help.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 25

My ex is sick but won’t retire to spite me out of benefits. He took our marriage and divorce papers, but can I get his Social Security benefits?

“I was married to my former husband for 11 years.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 25

My RMDs will be $100,000 or more. What can I do now to lower my taxable income — before it’s too late?

“My 2023 federal adjusted income was about $87,000, which is mainly Social Security.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 25

How do I stay healthy in my 60s?

People in their 60s are living longer today than in previous generations. We asked experts how they can best prepare. The percentage of people 65 or older has rapidly increased over the last 100 ...

The Guardian - Jan. 24

Soon we will know if my father is alive. Even then, we cannot rest until all Israeli hostages are returned | Sharone Lifschitz

Every day families like mine try to be brave, try not to despair – and pray that the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds. Sharone Lifschitz is a London based film-maker and academic, originally ...

The Guardian - Jan. 24

How to stay safe in a storm and what to do in a power cut

The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather are damaging homes and causing power outages.

BBC News - Jan. 24

Understanding ICE raids: What agents can and cannot do

Former ICE Director John Sandweg, who served in the Obama administration, explains what possible ICE raids might look like and how far agent authority really extends - especially as local ...

CBS News - Jan. 23

I feel guilty for having an emotional affair. How do I continue in my long-term relationship? | Leading questions

You don’t have to run screaming from this experience, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. Focus instead on how you’ll handle the attraction from here. Read more Leading questions ...

The Guardian - Jan. 23

Trump tells Russia to end Ukraine war or pay a bigger price. What can he do?

President Trump has demanded Russia stop its “ridiculous war” with Ukraine or face stiffer penalties — but the U.S. doesn’t appear to have much financial leverage left after a raft of prior sanctions.

MarketWatch - Jan. 22

Can I Ask Employees to Stay Late During Busy Times?

What are the “rules” around asking for extra work?

Inc. - Jan. 21

Mbappé: I've adapted to Madrid, now I can play

Kylian Mbappé admitted he is now close to his best after scoring twice in Real Madrid's 4-1 win over Las Palmas on Sunday, saying "I've adapted to the team now, and I can play as I want."

ESPN - Jan. 20

What can President Trump do for seniors? A lot.

Older Americans need help with savings, Social Security, Medicare and more.

MarketWatch - Jan. 20

'I promised my father the world would hear our song'

Sunderland College students help a Newcastle woman keep a promise she made to her dying father.

BBC News - Jan. 19

I worked for a well-known company 40 years ago, which has been taken over several times. How do I find my pension?

“This company has been acquired by other companies a number of times over the years.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 17

First Until Dawn Trailer Provides A Look At Upcoming Film's Thrills And Chills

Sony has provided audiences with another look at its upcoming Until Dawn film the release of the film's first trailer trailer showing the cast of unlucky characters facing off with masked ...

GameSpot - Jan. 16

Ask not what your government can do for you

The instinct to over-intervene runs across the political spectrum

Financial Times - Jan. 16

‘I’ve never been happier’: I married a wonderful lady from Ukraine. I have two successful kids. Do I put my wife on the deed to my home?

“We are now looking to downsize and move to another home and I’m wondering if we should put the new property in joint names.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 15

Can I cut how much I pay towards my children’s school fees?

My ex-wife has chosen a school with very high fees and I can’t afford them following VAT changes

Financial Times - Jan. 15

What credit counseling can (and can't) do to help with your debt

Before you take advantage of credit counseling, it may help to know what outcomes you can expect.

CBS News - Jan. 13

My brother is squatting in a house that my siblings will eventually inherit. How do we get him out?

“We lost our dad 12 years ago and have been caring for our 82-year-old mom, who still lives independently.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 11

I woke from a coma to find my baby had been born

Atlanta McIntyre hopes to raise awareness of hyperemesis gravidarum, a condition that affects 1 in 100 pregnant women.

BBC News - Jan. 10

The 'quad-demic': What is it, and how can you stay healthy?

Hospitals and medical facilities are updating masking guidelines as a quartet of viruses are surging.

The Hill - Jan. 9

I’m the executor of my 90-year-old aunt’s estate. A neighbor threatened me and wants to buy her house. What should I do?

“I believe she doesn’t have that much time left.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

‘I’ve always been very good with money’: Should I put my wife on the title of my home, investment property and my late father’s house?

“If I die and she sells the properties, would she have to pay a lot of capital-gains taxes, especially on the houses we don’t live in?”

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

‘How long can I stay?’ Families tell of last-minute escape from California wildfire

By the time Jon Oei’'s family drove toward the ocean, it was dark and the power was out: ‘There were no lights, and everything was on fire’. Live coverage: Pacific Palisades fire doubles in ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Until Dawn Movie Gets A Key Update About Its Story

Until Dawn, a video game inspired by horror movies, is becoming a horror movie, and now we've learned a key piece of information about it. The film, which releases this April, is not a direct ...

GameSpot - Jan. 7

‘I’ve been named sole heir’: My father, 92, is a Korean War veteran and stays out until dawn playing poker. What can I do?

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