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Buying a Home? Without the CFPB, You Need to Be Your Own Watchdog.
The C.F.P.B. had kept a close eye on mortgage lenders. But with the bureau hobbled, consumers should take several steps, starting with shopping for the best mortgage rates.The New York Times - 2d -
I fled our $2.2M home due to domestic abuse. I’m on the loan, but we’re both on the title. My husband won’t sell. What now?
“He contributed a $1 million down payment. I mortgaged the rest in my name.”MarketWatch - 14h -
From Ben Affleck to Seth Rogen, Hollywood finds a 'spiritual home' at SXSW
The lineup of the 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival in Austin is full of returning talent. The Times spoke to organizers and filmmakers about why they keep coming back.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Red Wings Fall 5–2 in Washington, Feeling of Deja Vu Now Unavoidable
On Friday night in Washington, the Detroit Red Wings lost their fifth straight game, all of them in regulation, falling 5–2 to the Capitals.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
RFK Jr. could further deter childhood vaccinations as rates fall in the U.S.
Some health policy experts say Kennedy's early moves as HHS Secretary are concerning and suggest that he could undermine immunizations in less direct ways.CNBC - 2h -
China’s consumer prices fall for first time in over a year
Index declines 0.7% as deflationary pressures continue to weigh on world’s second-largest economyFinancial Times - 6h -
Late car payments hit highest level in decades
Americans are falling behind on their monthly car payments at the highest rate in more than 30 years.The Hill - 19h -
This solid market indicator says to buy stocks now and enjoy double-digit gains
Gold/platinum ratio has an impressive record. It’s turned bullish on U.S. equities.MarketWatch - 23h -
I keep fantasising about living in total solitude in a forest
Maybe your isolation vision reflects a need to escape from the weight of responsibility that life inevitably brings. The question I am a woman in my early 30s and about two years ago, I moved ...The Guardian - 8h -
Fired Federal Workers See Family Members Pile on After the DOGE Axe Falls
The abrupt loss of their livelihoods was tough enough. Now many laid-off government workers report their relatives and friends are celebrating their turmoil.Inc. - 1d -
'The Last of Us' cast rates how hard they work to avoid spilling Season 2 spoilers
The cast of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 discusses where we find their characters, the series' political themes and how keeping the plot of the highly anticipated series under wraps.Los Angeles Times - 3h -
‘It’s so exciting to be in on this’: why Chelsea owners bought into the Hundred
Jonathan Goldstein, who with Todd Boehly spent £40m to buy half of Trent Rockets, says English cricket has been ‘significantly underexploited’ until now. As a man who has negotiated with Roman ...The Guardian - 1d -
A Lebanese Woman Fights for Women’s Rights in the Middle East
Lina Abou-Habib is fighting inequality, working to change laws that make it difficult for women to keep custody of their children and block residency for children in a mother’s home country.The New York Times - 2d -
How Foreign Aid Cuts Are Setting the Stage for Disease Outbreaks
Organizations funded by the United States helped keep dangerous pathogens in check around the world. Now many safeguards are gone, and Americans may pay the price.The New York Times - 12h -
How Facebook Marketplace is keeping young people on the platform
Facebook Marketplace keeps users engaged with free listings, local pickups, and resale growth, helping Meta stay relevant despite declining teen activity.CNBC - 1d -
Wealth managers dump investment trust shares
But retail investors buy into the troubled sectorFinancial Times - 1d -
UCL dream is on: Forest beat City to make major statement
The defending English champions have now lost nine times in 28 Premier League games.ESPN - 21h -
Undocumented Workers, Fearing Deportation, Are Staying Home
Fearing roundups, many immigrants are staying home. Construction, agriculture, senior care and hospitality employers say labor shortages will worsen.The New York Times - 4h -
Tadej Pogacar picks himself up after crash to rule Strade Bianche again
Demi Vollering powers to victory in women’s race Pogacar denies Tom Pidcock after earlier tumble Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar won the men’s Strade Bianche on Saturday for the third time in his ...The Guardian - 22h -
Pentagon to Look at Buying More Commercial Software
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth directed the DoD to prioritize alter its software acquisition process.Inc. - 1d -
France and Germany clash over ‘buy EU’ weapons
Berlin says new €150bn funding for defence industry should be open to non-EU partners, but Paris disagreesFinancial Times - 1d -
As at-home LED skin treatment booms, we ask experts what they think
The at-home light therapy treatment is increasingly being seen as a must-have skincare accessory.BBC News - 1d -
Keir Starmer’s poll ratings leap after Trump withdraws support for Ukraine
Around 30% of voters say they prefer Labour for dealing with ‘allies against threats to the UK’ in boost to party leader. Keir Starmer’s approval ratings have shot up since Donald Trump returned to ...The Guardian - 18h -
Robots build full-scale 3D-printed homes in 24 hours
California company "Azure Printed Homes" wants its 3D printing technology to help speed up the wildfire recovery efforts in the Los Angeles area. Its robots can print full-scale homes in 24 hours. ...CBS News - 14h -
2025 NFL offseason previews: 32 teams' needs, free agents, draft picks, salary cap space and more
Now that the 2024 season is over and the Philadelphia Eagles have been crowned Super Bowl champs, it’s time to turn our attention to the building blocks of the 2025 season for the entire league.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NHL Trade Deadline 2025: The Five Biggest Losers
Now that the NHL’s trade deadline has come and gone, it’s as good a time as any to examine the deals that were made – and the ones that weren’t – and identify winners and losers at the deadline. We ...Yahoo Sports - 17h -
Why U.S. Conservatives Should Fall in Love With France
Turns out Charles de Gaulle was right.The New York Times - 1d -
Sources: Bengals keeping Gesicki on 3-year deal
The Bengals are re-signing tight end Mike Gesicki to a three-year deal worth $25.5 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - 18h -
Curtis Sittenfeld Goes Home Again
The best-selling bard of female anxiety rakes over some middle school memories while visiting the city where she grew up.The New York Times - 1d -
King's Commonwealth message of unity in 'uncertain times'
At a time of global tensions, King Charles emphasises the importance of countries working together.BBC News - 16h -
Fortnite Is Being Sued Over Its Item Shop Again
Fortnite has been the subject of lawsuits and other regulatory action a number of times over the years regarding its FOMO-driven item shop practices, and now we've got another one for the pile. A ...GameSpot - 1d -
What would change if daylight saving time became permanent?
For the next eight months, most of us will be observing daylight saving time. But what if this became our permanent time?The Hill - 1h -
Trump’s Tariffs by Whim Keep Allies and Markets Off Balance
Investors sent stock prices down on Thursday amid the uncertainty over what President Trump’s inconstancy means for the global economy.The New York Times - 1d -
5 Things to Know About the Rise and Fall of Mayor Eric Adams
Here are five takeaways from the Magazine’s profile of New York City’s mayor.The New York Times - 1d -
Panic politics: Law professors' umpteenth 'constitutional crisis' falls flat
"Constitutional crisis" is the new way for law professors to express political disagreement.The Hill - 23h -
Trump Wants to Kill Carried Interest. Wall Street Will Fight to Keep It.
President Trump has been trying to eliminate the tax loophole, which benefits Wall Street, but Congressional Republicans may stand in the way.The New York Times - 22h -
Pep after loss: City's UCL spot won't fall from sky
Pep Guardiola has warned his Manchester City players that they have to earn a place in the Champions League and that it won't "come from the sky."ESPN - 12h -
House unveils stopgap measure to keep government funded, avert shutdown
The continuing resolution bill will go to the House Rules Committee on Monday and a floor vote is expected Tuesday.CBS News - 12h -
An Intel deal now seems less likely. These clues may hold the key to its future.
Investors appear to be now be discounting recent M&A speculation that Intel will split in two.MarketWatch - 1d -
Daylight saving time is here. What to know about 'springing forward.'
After a long winter of short days, it’s finally time to spring forward.NBC News - 17h
