‘Our children have varying degrees of success’: My husband and I are in our 80s and have $300,000 to leave our 3 kids. Do we give more to our underemployed son
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World - The Guardian
Israel orders more Lebanese residents to flee homes, including from city of Nabatieh – Middle East crisis live
Israel warns that citizens moving southward are likely to be placed in danger. Lebanon’s ambassador to the UK, appearing on BBC radio, has said that Israel is “pushing the region towards abyss”. . ...12 minutes ago - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
UK to hand Chagos Islands to Mauritius after more than 50 years of rule
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands in the Indian Ocean.15 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Why do so many LGBTQ+ people still have to snatch moments of affection when we know others aren’t looking? | Sophie Wilkinson
When less than half of us feel safe holding our partner’s hand in public, true equality is still out of reach. You can’t move for representations of LGBTQ+ people now, apparently. There are many of ...30 minutes ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Pound slides as Bank of England chief says it could be ‘more aggressive’ in cutting rates
The pound fell sharply Thursday after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said the central bank could be more aggressive in cutting borrowing costs if inflation remained benign.54 minutes ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Interest rates cuts could be more aggressive, Bank of England governor says
Governor Andrew Bailey hints that borrowing costs could come down faster if inflation stays in line.1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Why I stopped making election forecasts
The shocks of recent times have shown the rational voter is a myth1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
Chris Woakes: ‘Yes, I need to get better away from home. But my home record is bloody good’
New leader of England’s Test attack is ready for the challenge of Pakistan after show of faith from Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes. “It was after the Oval Test and Baz came over and said: ‘You’re ...1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
How we met: ‘We were at the circus, talking nonsense in the queue for the toilets. I really liked her’
Lara and Claire, both 57, got chatting on a night out in 2014. They’ve been close friends ever since. As a single mum, Lara was always busy. “I was living in Bristol and working as a child ...1 hour ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘Their house was purchased with my family money’: My late father left a life estate to his second wife. She’s only 10 years older than me. How can I undo this?
“Apparently the probate laws in Florida are different, perhaps superseding the will.”1 hour ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Estate planning has become more urgent for rich people as the election nears. That’s why tax laws need fixing, critics say.
Wealthy families’ focus on the estate tax is fodder for critics of the U.S. tax system and a preview of the fierce debate coming when the Trump tax cuts sunset.1 hour ago -
Politics - The Hill
Debate performance gives Vance 2028 White House boost
Sen. JD Vance’s (R-Ohio) debate performance is giving him a shot in the arm to become a leading 2028 presidential contender no matter what happens in November between former President Trump and ...1 hour ago -
World - The New York Times
After Successes, Israel’s Military Is in a ‘Long Game’ With No Clear Outcome
A year after perhaps the worst military and intelligence debacle in the country’s history, its armed forces have regained the momentum. Some ask: to what end?1 hour ago - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
Young people most likely to have poor mental health
One in nine people in Scotland reported having a mental health condition - more than double the figure for a decade ago.1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Sterling slides after Bailey says BoE could be ‘a bit more aggressive’ on rates
Bank of England governor opens door to a faster pace of rate cuts if inflationary pressures continue to ease1 hour ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Deadly Israeli airstrikes on Beirut leave at least six dead, Lebanese officials say
Israel bombed targets in Beirut in the early hours of Thursday including the Bachoura neighborhood, which is in the heart of the city and just walking distance of the Lebanese prime minister’s ...2 hours ago - Israel -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I’m an empty nester now?’ Brooke Shields heartbroken in her $6 million Hamptons home with kids off to college
“Mother of the Bride” star Brooke Shields is devastated in her stunning Hamptons home now that her younger daughter is off to college.2 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Trump and Harris Want to Revive Manufacturing, but How Much Could They Actually Do?
The policy focus on the industry has changed from job quantity to job quality. And while federal incentives matter, local factors are more important.2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Health - The New York Times
Trump Promised to Release His Medical Records. He Still Won’t Do It.
If elected again, he would become the oldest president by the end of his term. Yet he is refusing to disclose even basic health information.2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
‘I fell asleep driving around London’: TV workers on fear, danger and fatalities in an industry in crisis
Accidents on set and road collisions suffered by exhausted crew are on the rise. But the demand for great shows continues. Are broadcasters pushing staff too far?. As a young female TV crew member ...2 hours ago -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
SoftBank's Son Says Artificial General Intelligence to Be Achieved in a Few Years
SoftBank Group Chief Executive Masayoshi Son said he believed artificial general intelligence, in which computers have human-level cognitive abilities, would be achieved in two to three years.2 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'I'm giving out all my secrets' - Liverpool Honesty Cards
Liverpool stars Teagan Micah, Taylor Hinds, Fuka Nagano and Mia Enderby share the unfiltered truth with BBC Sport's Ryhanna Parara as they take on the Honesty Cards.5 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'My wife had cancer but was misdiagnosed on the phone'
Laura Barlow "could have lived for longer" had she been seen face-to-face, her husband believes.5 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
We need a plan to revive Canary Wharf
Tenants are deserting the area and moving back to the City of London — it must transform to survive7 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
‘I haven’t come back’: Freed from Hamas, former hostages cope with life after Oct. 7
During its attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, members of Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped around 250 hostages. Among them were Aviva Siegel, Moran Stela Yanai, Ilana Gritzewsky and ...10 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
‘Modern Love Podcast’: Were We the ‘Fat Couple’?
When Courtenay was alone with her boyfriend, her body shame disappeared. But when they left the house, it felt different.19 hours ago -