My wife and I moved to the U.S. 8 years ago. We have $45,000. Do we buy a house in California — or save our money for when we retire
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Financial Times - World
What we should learn from Jimmy Carter
Lessons from the best ex-president as he approaches his centenary26 minutes ago -
ESPN - Sports
'We have a scar as a team': Liberty determined to dethrone Aces
The WNBA Finals loss in 2023 hangs in the air. But the Liberty have reason to believe this could be the year they win the franchise's first title.1 hour ago -
ESPN - Sports
The biggest storylines, matchup keys and stat nuggets for NFL Week 4 -- plus picks: Our 15-game guide
Here's everything you need to know for Week 4 NFL games. Which teams will win? Who are the X factors, and which storylines matter most?1 hour ago - NFL -
BBC News - Top stories
'Rape me, not my daughter' - women tell BBC of sexual violence in Sudan's civil war
The BBC hears horrific accounts of rape from women trapped in the conflict between the army and the RSF.2 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
It’s not just the money, it’s the sense of entitlement. That’s the cause of sleaze in UK politics | Martin Bell
Look at the Commons: the language, the grandeur, the deference. I was elected on an ‘anti-sleaze’ ticket, and even I found the culture seductive. Martin Bell is a former independent MP for ...2 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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MarketWatch - Business
‘I am beyond hurt’: If my husband and his son die, his house will go to his daughter-in-law. Is this nuts?
‘His son, who is a high earner, will need to wait for his inheritance until after I pass away’3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
PayPal’s stock is having its best year since 2020, and this is a big reason why
When PayPal CEO Alex Chriss took over a year ago, investors questioned whether the company had a future. Now he says product innovations have helped change the conversation.3 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
The Internet Archive’s Fight to Save Itself
The web’s collective memory is stored in the servers of the Internet Archive. Legal battles threaten to wipe it all away.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘We have no health insurance’: My wife died, leaving behind a lot of medical debt. Am I responsible?
“Can they take our house?”3 hours ago -
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The Guardian - World
Experience: My dog is the ‘ugliest in the world’
Wild Thang had a huge audience because he’d been going to the competition for five years. People were screaming and going wild. He was kind of the underdog. I have been a heritage breeder and ...4 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
My wife and I moved to the U.S. 8 years ago. We have $45,000. Do we buy a house — or save our money for when we retire?
“We are all naturalized citizens. We have a small savings of over $45,000 deposited in a high-yield savings account.”5 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Mexico's populist president held court each morning for 6 years. Now he's retiring from public life
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s daily morning media briefings have provided him with direct line to his political base throughout his nearly six years in office7 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Marlins push Twins to brink of elimination with 8-6 win in 13 innings
Otto Lopez doubled home the go-ahead run in the 13th inning as the Miami Marlins beat the reeling Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Thursday night7 hours ago - MLB -
CNBC - Business
China's industrial profits plunge by 17.8% in August from a year ago
China's industrial profits plunged by the most in more than a year, National Bureau of Statistics data showed Friday.8 hours ago - China -
The Hill - Politics
California will officially apologize for state's role in slavery and discrimination
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed several bills to address the state's history of racial discrimination, including a formal apology for its "role in the perpetuation of slavery." "The ...10 hours ago - California -
The New York Times - Top stories
What to Expect From Helene as It Moves North
After landfall, the storm will move quickly into Georgia and the Carolinas, where it promises to bring even more rain.11 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Officials' grim request for those riding out Helene in Florida: Mark your bodies so we can ID you
A Floridal sheriff has a grim warning for residents who have chosen to ignore evacuation orders and wait out Hurricane Helene: Mark yourself with your information so officials can identify you later.12 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Muriel’s Wedding at 30: why we still love this classic Australian film and its ‘terrible’ heroine
As fun as the movie is, with its kitsch aesthetic and garish costumes, it offers potent mix of comedy and serious drama. PJ Hogan’s classic Australian film Muriel’s Wedding is 30 and it plays as ...12 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
We're upping our price target on Costco after another steady quarter fortifies our thesis
The retailer's fourth-quarter results were mixed, but we have more conviction in Costco's appeal to shoppers.12 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Andy Litinsky and Wes Moss Have Unloaded Their Trump Media Stock
Two former “Apprentice” contestants who helped found Truth Social have sold their nearly 6 percent stake in Trump Media & Technology Group.12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Sports
Blackmon drives in 3 runs in one of the last games of his career as Rockies beat Cardinals 10-8
Charlie Blackmon had three RBIs and three runs in one of the final games of his professional career, Michael Toglia had three hits and two RBIs, and the Colorado Rockies avoided a sweep with a ...13 hours ago - MLB -
The New York Times - Top stories
California Will Formally Apologize for Being Complicit in Slavery
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several bills intended to atone for the state’s role in the oppression of Black Americans, but California legislators so far have sidelined proposals on cash reparations.13 hours ago - California -
ABC News - Sports
Canadian Olympic swimming champion Maggie Mac Neil announces retirement
Canadian Olympic swimming champion Maggie Mac Neil is retiring15 hours ago - Olympics -
CBS News - Top stories
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.16 hours ago - California -
Inc. - Business
New California Law to Require Influencer Parents to Set Aside Money for Their Kids
Influencers in California who include their children in posts will now have to put money away for them.16 hours ago - California -
MarketWatch - Business
Yield on 2-year Treasury logs biggest jump in five weeks after strong U.S. GDP report
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield ended at its highest level since early September as investors awaited Friday’s inflation data.17 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Senate GOP campaign arm makes ad buy in Nebraska Senate race
Senate Republicans’ campaign arm is getting involved in one of Nebraska's Senate races with an ad boosting Sen. Deb Fischer (R), the incumbent who is polling only a bit ahead of her independent ...17 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Brandon Graham says 2024 'ain't no farewell tour': Is Eagles legend rethinking plans to retire?
Graham still has time to think over what he wants to do18 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Lawmakers scramble to reach last-minute deal to save farm bill
House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn "G.T." Thompson (R-Pa.) is meeting with congressional leaders on agricultural policy Thursday to try to secure a last-minute deal on passing the farm bill. ...18 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Parents will have to set aside some earnings for child influencers under new California laws
Parents and guardians who profit from social media posts featuring their children will soon be required to set aside some earnings for the starlets18 hours ago - California -
CNBC - Business
Here's why Wells Fargo is our top performer Thursday — plus, 3 things we want from Costco's earnings
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘We always felt safer here’: Tel Aviv unmoved by Hezbollah missile attack
Beachgoers say they are unafraid but in this one-time ‘capital of hostages’, Lebanon is now main talking point. Air raid sirens blared in Tel Aviv on Wednesday morning as, for the first time, ...20 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
The allegations span decades - our timeline tracks them
Here are some of the key moments and sex abuse claims amid Fayed’s almost 40-year reign at the top of his business empire.21 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
I asked my partner to name me as his beneficiary. He says he will but has not. What can I do? | Leading questions
It is possible he does not want to make this change, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . Is there another way to give you peace of mind?. Read more Leading questions My partner, ...22 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
U.S. House Speaker Demands That Ukraine Fire Ambassador
The public call from Speaker Mike Johnson deals a blow to Kyiv’s efforts to avoid the partisan acrimony of the U.S. presidential campaign.23 hours ago - Ukraine -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Work, fight, or play ball: when Babe Ruth paused his career and headed to the mill
During the first world war, Americans across society were expected to contribute. And that included baseball’s biggest starsYesterday -