House votes to overturn President Biden's student debt forgiveness and end the payment pause—what borrowers need to know
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What to do if you are in debt and need help
What help and options are available to people struggling with debt repayments?BBC News - Top stories -
Here's why Biden administration believes new student loan forgiveness plan will survive legal challenges
After the Supreme Court blocked President Joe Biden's first plan to forgive student debt, his administration set out to create a more viable relief package.CNBC - Business - Joe Biden -
What to know about the FTC ban on noncompete agreements
The Federal Trade Commission voted 3-2 Tuesday to ban most noncompete agreements, a watershed moment for the U.S. workforce that faces an uncertain future. These common agreements currently bar employees from leaving to work for competitors or ...The Hill - Politics -
The FTC Just Voted to Ban Noncompetes for Everyone. Here's Everything You Need to Know
If you can't stop your best employee from working for your competitor, what do you do?Inc. - Business -
What Is 5G Home Internet? Here’s Everything You Need to Know (2024)
Carriers are starting to offer home internet packages that rely on 5G cellular data service. We’ll help you decide if it’s right for you.Wired - Tech -
Bitcoin's latest 'halving' has arrived. Here's what you need to know
The “miners” who chisel bitcoins out of complex mathematics are taking a 50% pay cut — effectively reducing new production of the world’s largest cryptocurrency, againABC News - Tech -
A Biden protest vote and set up for battleground House matches: What to watch for in Pa. primaries
The Pennsylvania primary will test the political implications of the Israel-Hamas war and set up key races in the battle for control of the Senate and House.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
A Biden protest vote and set up for battleground House matches: What to watch for in Pa. primaries
The Pennsylvania primary will test the political implications of the Israel-Hamas war and set up key races in the battle for control of the Senate and House.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Here’s who really benefits from Biden’s $153 billion in student-debt cancellation
New data sheds light on how the Biden administration’s debt-relief efforts have affected borrowers.MarketWatch - Business - Joe Biden -
Biden: Trump 'bragged' about overturning Roe v. Wade
President Biden traveled to Florida for a campaign event and slammed former President Trump for bragging about the repeal of Roe v. Wade. Biden told those in attendance that Trump was responsible for restrictive state abortion laws and urged them ...NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Israel, Gaza and divestment: why are Columbia students protesting?
The university is to hold virtual classes after protests on campus culminated in the arrest of more than 100 students. Over 100 students at Columbia were arrested last week after refusing to leave a pro-Palestinian protest encampment set up on the ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
‘I don’t want to end up with stalkers’: Should I let my heirs know that I’m writing a will and what they can expect to inherit?
“Should I even let them know that there is a will in which they are mentioned?”MarketWatch - Business -
Everything You Need to Know About Smartphone Backups
It doesn’t take a lot of work to keep copies of your phone’s photos, videos and other files stashed securely in case of an emergency.The New York Times - Tech -
Ecuador Voters Back Daniel Noboa’s New Security Measures
Voters in Ecuador gave their new president, Daniel Noboa, who deployed the military to fight gangs in January, even more powers.The New York Times - World -
Ecuador Voters Back Daniel Noboa’s New Security Measures
Voters in Ecuador gave their new president, Daniel Noboa, who deployed the military to fight gangs in January, even more powers.The New York Times - Top stories -
The House Votes for a 'Strong America'
Large bipartisan majorities vote for more U.S. weapons and aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Met Gala 2024: A Guide to the Theme, Hosts and How to Watch
What’s the dress code, who’s hosting, who’s going and how to watch.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Pro-China Maldives president’s party sweeps parliamentary vote
Landslide victory brings into focus rivalry between New Delhi and Beijing in the regionFinancial Times - World -
Why American students need to get back to China
American students need to get back to China. U.S. policymakers can help them by increasing opportunities and funding to do so. Whether or not policymakers see eye-to-eye on China policy, all should be able to agree that America cannot deal with ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Columbia University president testifies in House antisemitism probe
Columbia University President Nemat "Minouche" Shafik is testifying before Congress over the university's response to antisemitism. Follow here for live updates.CNN - Top stories -
China’s Export Dominance: What to Know
From cars to solar panels to furniture, China is using lavish bank lending and enormous investments in robotics to cement its global leadership in manufacturing.The New York Times - Business - China -
The White House knows that the global south has a point
Rich countries espouse active industrial policy at home while continuing to impose outdated policies abroadFinancial Times - Business -
What is biodiversity and why is it important? Here's what to know.
This Earth Day, learn about the millions of species of plants and animals and the vital role they all play in the planet's future.CBS News - Top stories -
Student Protest Movement Could Cause a Tumultuous End to School Year
Columbia University offered students a virtual option for classes. Protesters were arrested at Yale and New York University. And new protest encampments popped up on several campuses.The New York Times - Top stories -
NASA leaders discuss global challenges, solutions with Mexico president, lawmakers and students
In a frequently tense relationship often defined by a shared border, the United States sent two officials with a different perspective to Mexico this week for a bit of space diplomacyABC News - World -
Trump orchestrated a criminal conspiracy to influence the 2016 election, then sought to cover up a hush-money payment to a porn star by lying in his New York business records over and over again, a prosecutor alleged as the former president's first trial began.
Trump orchestrated a criminal conspiracy to influence the 2016 election, then sought to cover up a hush-money payment to a porn star by lying in his New York business records over and over again, a prosecutor alleged as the former president’s ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
New York's House Republicans call on Columbia president to resign amid protests
All 10 House Republicans from New York on Monday called on Columbia University President Minouche Shafik to resign amid fiery pro-Palestinian protests on campus that have led to mounting criticism of the university's leadership from all sides. Led ...The Hill - Politics - Republican Party -
Dubai’s Extraordinary Flooding: Here’s What to Know
Images of a saturated desert metropolis startled the world, prompting talk of cloud seeding, climate change and designing cities for intensified weather.The New York Times - Science -
What We Know About the Protests at Columbia University
Demonstrations outside the school gates have added to the upheaval, with protesters who appear unconnected to the university targeting Jewish students.The New York Times - Top stories -
What to Know About Victoria Beckham’s 50th Birthday
Posh Spice had a party involving tequila, Tom Cruise, Salma Hayek — and a rare performance by all five Spice Girls.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Esther Perel on What the Other Woman Knows
The relationship expert reads one of the most controversial Modern Love essays ever published.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
What to know about the pivotal UN plastics negotiations
As both plastics pollution and concerns over its impacts on the environment and the human body grow, world governments, environmental groups and the plastics industry are meeting in Ottawa, Canada, over the next two weeks in an effort to reach an ...The Hill - Politics -
What to know as Trump’s criminal trial continues
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman discusses the first day of the Trump trial and what to expect as testimony continues.CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Here's what to know about the Pennsylvania primaries
Voters in the Keystone State will head to the polls Tuesday to cast their votes in several important primaries, including in the presidential race, the race for Sen. Bob Casey’s (D-Pa.) seat and several closely watched House races. Although ...The Hill - Politics -
Pennsylvania primary election underway: What to know
Tuesday is primary day in the swing state of Pennsylvania. Zak Hudak and Jon Delano take a closer look at what's on the ballot in the Keystone State.CBS News - Top stories -
Dubai’s Extraordinary Flooding: Here’s What to Know
Images of a saturated desert metropolis startled the world, prompting talk of cloud seeding, climate change and designing cities for intensified weather.The New York Times - Science -
Senate leader Chuck Schumer hails bipartisanship and thanks Mike Johnson as foreign aid bill heads for passage – live
Senate invokes cloture in important procedural step that clears the way for final vote late on its passage later on Tuesday. US Senate close to passing $95bn aid package after key procedural voteTrump lauds House speaker as ‘good person’ after ...The Guardian - World -
The Majority of Used Clothes End Up in Landfills. What If It Didn't Have to Be That Way?
These companies are on a mission to make textile recycling a reality--and save the planet.Inc. - Business -
Most voters don't know Biden's climate change policies, poll says
Relatively few Americans say they know a lot about President Biden's initiatives to combat climate change, according to a CBS News poll. Carolyn Kissane, a New York University global affairs associate dean and professor, joins CBS News with more ...CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
What did jurors in Trump's criminal trial say they think of the former president?
As Donald Trump sat in the courtroom in his criminal trial last week, the New Yorkers who would make up the jury offered frank reviews of his character and presidency.ABC News - Top stories - Donald Trump