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‘I’d like a nest egg of my own’: My sister and I will inherit our mother’s house, but it’s miles from anywhere. Should I force her to sell?
“I have a physical disability, and have never driven. There is no public transportation near the house.”MarketWatch - Business -
My mother-in-law will leave her house to her five grandchildren rather than her two sons. But her elder son won’t move out of her home. Is this a bad sign?
“There is concern that he will not sell her home but will decide to live in it himself.”MarketWatch - Business -
Why Didn’t My Sister Include Me in Her ‘Family’ Birthday Party?
A reader’s feelings are hurt after offering to fly to celebrate her sister’s 70th birthday only to be told not to bother, as “all her family” would be there.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
My Mother Was the Keeper of Our Memories. Then She Got Dementia.
I always resented her fretting over me. But when she stopped worrying, I realized how much it meant to me.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How Do I Get My Unemployed Brother Out of Our Father’s House?
Four years after being laid off, a man in his 50s is still relying on his father, who just moved into an assisted living facility, for support and housing. Should his sister say something?The New York Times - Lifestyle -
‘We are blessed’: My mother, 72, gets $11,000 a month, not including income from retirement savings. Should she get long-term care insurance?
“She worked for 25-plus years as a county nurse and, as such, she has a healthcare plan and a great pension, both for life.”MarketWatch - Business -
‘I’m 60 and looking to retire’: My brother was released from jail and wants to buy back our parents’ foreclosed home. Should I help him?
“I don’t want to make promises I can’t financially live up to. I own my own house and struggle to keep that in order.”MarketWatch - Business -
‘Breonna’s Law’ wouldn’t do enough to stop future tragedies
There may not be that much difference between a no-knock entry and an entry where police do knock and announce.The Hill - Politics -
My In-Laws Gave Gifts to Two Grandchildren, but Not to a Third. Help!
Two years after one of her children received a generous birthday gift, a reader wonders whether to intervene on behalf of her overlooked child.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
How do I know if my smart meter is broken?
Almost four million smart meters in Great Britain were not working at the end of 2023.BBC News - Top stories -
Living with my mum has been a blessing – but young adults should not be forced back into the family home | Jason Okundaye
Although there are significant financial and emotional benefits to returning to the nest, it should be a choice. The 2021 census already confirmed it: more adult children than ever are still living with their parents. But the Financial Times has ...The Guardian - World -
My sister is in her 80s, and she recently remarried, but her less-wealthy husband insists on filing a joint tax return. Should she be concerned?
“I believe that my sister’s assets exceed those of her husband. They live in her new husband’s home in California, which has a mortgage.”MarketWatch - Business -
How Nicole Shanahan rose through tech and law to RFK Jr.'s ticket
Nicole Shanahan is the VP pick for independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Learn more about the lawyer, philanthropist and entrepreneur.NBC News - Politics -
My Boyfriend Won’t Stop Meditating!
WIRED’s advice columnist on fake Buddhists, photo-happy mothers, and unsolicited TikToks.Wired - Tech -
How do I renew my UK passport and what is the 10-year rule?
UK travellers have been turned away at airports because their passports are not valid for EU travel.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Families call for law change after attacks review
A review following the Nottingham attacks suggests the government should reconsider homicide laws.BBC News - Top stories -
My 80-year-old mother lives an avant-garde life | Rhik Samadder
She is truly an inspiration to us all. Lately when I visit my mother, she’s always out. “At rehearsal!” she’ll text. “Come back after 5pm. Or another day.” She’s fallen in with a community choir, and is off the rails. Often they take her to the ...The Guardian - World -
I’m Inc.’s Emotional Intelligence Columnist. Here’s How I Manage My Emotions, Reduce Anxiety, and Build Stronger Relationships
I've studied and taught emotional intelligence for years. Here's what I learned in the process.Inc. - Business -
My wife and I owe $450,000 on a $1.2 million house with a 3.5% mortgage rate. Our payments will soon increase. Should we pay it off or invest in stocks?
“We are in our late 60s, in good health and we have a second home worth $900,000 that is fully paid for.”MarketWatch - Business -
‘I was devastated by her infidelity’: I’m still on the deed of my ex-wife’s house, but our divorce decree says she gets the property. Am I sitting on a golden goose?
“I harbor no ill-will towards her and I’m not looking to extort her, I just think we’re long overdue for a clean break.”MarketWatch - Business -
What can I do if I can't pay my energy bill?
If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?BBC News - Top stories -
How EU deforestation laws are reordering the world of coffee
New European Union rules aimed at protecting dwindling forests are reordering how the world gets its coffeeABC News - World - European Union -
Sean "Diddy" Combs' LA, Miami homes raided by law enforcement
Law enforcement agents on Monday raided the Los Angeles and Miami homes of rapper and producer Sean "Diddy" Combs. The raids may be related to an ongoing sex trafficking investigation, U.S. officials said. Carter Evans reports.CBS News - Top stories -
A new start after 60: I was terribly sad after losing my mother – then I started spreading good news
Christine Igot lives with her family in a small seaside community. After retiring from her career as a French teacher, she uses her voice to make booming, informative and upbeat declarations. In May 2022, Christine Igot donned a feathered hat, ...The Guardian - World -
Motherhood has changed my wife’s body – and I’m no longer attracted to her
I love her very much, and think she is beautiful, but I sometimes struggle to get an erection when we’re making love. What can I do? I worry for our marriage. Sign up for Well Actually, a free weekly newsletter about health and wellnessI’m 39 and ...The Guardian - World -
‘I’m spending a fortune on home maintenance. I realize my second husband is essentially living in my house for free’: What is a fair way to split costs?
‘When I married my husband, he sold his house, which was valued at about $100,000 more than mine, but he had no equity in it.’MarketWatch - Business -
Tennessee Passes Law Protecting Musicians and Artists From AI Threats
Country music's home state leads the nation with first law on AI infringements with the Ensuring Likeness, Voice, and Image Security Act or "ELVIS Act."Inc. - Business -
RFK Jr.’s sister worries he’s taking votes from Biden: 'There’s so much at stake'
The sister of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is worried that her brother will act as an election disrupter and take votes away from President Biden as he mounts an independent bid against him. When asked by CNN’s Erin Burnett about why she believes voting ...The Hill - Politics -
My boyfriend’s behaviour is making me second-guess everything. What should I do? | Leading questions
An accurate gut feeling can be hard to distinguish from overreaction, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But there’s probably a good reason you feel this way regardless. My boyfriend and I have been together for five years now, and for ...The Guardian - World -
How to Navigate Data Privacy Laws While Elevating Consumer Connections
Stricter state and global privacy laws impose greater challenges for businesses but also a unique opportunity.Inc. - Business -
Sean "Diddy" Combs' LA, Miami homes raided by law enforcement, officials say
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.CBS News - Entertainment -
‘He demonizes me’: My delightful father, 95, has substantial assets. I’m afraid my right-wing brother will steal his money. What can I do?
“My brother is named executor, and he also has the sign-in passwords to all our father’s investment accounts.”MarketWatch - Business -
My husband and I signed a postnuptial. Will I be able to keep two houses that I bought during our marriage — now we’re headed for divorce?
“My husband and I have been married for 22 years.”MarketWatch - Business -
What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
Millions are heading abroad over the bank holiday weekend, but what if their journeys are disrupted?BBC News - Top stories -
I’m 60 with $6,100-a-month in Social Security disability and a pension. I want my money to work for 20 years — what do you recommend?
“I live in a small town home. I refinanced my $185,000 mortgage a few years ago at 3.1% interest.”MarketWatch - Business -
How do you save the pint from climate change?
Researchers are identifying genes in the hop plant to produce varieties that will be more resilient to climate change.BBC News - Top stories - Climate -
Why We Struggle to Authentically Engage People Different From Us, and What to Do About It
Developing the emotional intelligence to effectively connect with anyone you encounter is an essential skill.Inc. - Business -
Inside the Sean 'Diddy' Combs' raids: Emptied safes, dismantled electronics, gun-toting feds
Legal experts said investigators would likely seek authorization to "search for videos or photographs on any devices connected to the target ... anywhere where digital images can be found in connection to sexual conduct that would have been ...Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
My son has learned a lot from YouTube, but he loves the screaming, blaring videos best | Séamas O'Reilly
It’s not clear why they are so addictive for small children, but luckily there is a way to limit their consumption. My son likes YouTube. A lot. Most of the videos he watches are inoffensive, some are excellent. We’ve sat together riveted watching ...The Guardian - World -
This is how we do it: ‘At 80, I’ve discovered a sexual energy I didn’t know I had’
Until they met, both Hugh and Amelia doubted they’d ever have sex again – but since they got together there is no stopping themHow do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously. The sexual attraction is instantaneous: when we embrace ...The Guardian - World