Latest in Not even wealth is saving Americans from dying at rates seen among some of the poorest Europeans
Sort by
2,918 items
-
Not even wealth is saving Americans from dying at rates seen among some of the poorest Europeans
Fifty years ago, life expectancy in the U.S. and wealthy European countries was relatively similar.NBC News - 1d -
American Wealth Is at a Record High. Sentiment Is Low, and Falling.
A surge in U.S. wealth has been driven by stock and home values. But the gains are concentrated at the top, leaving others in a sour economic mood.The New York Times - 3d -
What are today's savings interest rates?
You can open a high-yield savings account today and start earning more on the money you save.CBS News - 1h -
Argentina’s poverty rate falls as Milei tames inflation
Libertarian president’s policies start to bear fruit although the poorest still struggleFinancial Times - 3d -
Republicans seen more favorably, more united than Democrats: Poll
Americans hold more favorable views of Republicans than Democrats, even as favorability remains grim across the board, according to the latest Economist/YouGov poll. In the survey, released ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump administration cutting some funds to Planned Parenthood
The Trump administration will withhold some federal funding from Planned Parenthood beginning Tuesday, potentially making it harder for Americans to access birth control, cancer screenings, and ...The Hill - 3d -
4/1: CBS Evening News
Man deported to El Salvador in error is "not a gang member," lawyer says; Harvesting spaghetti, nylon TV among April Fools pranks from historyCBS News - 2d -
They Fought to Save Lives in Myanmar. The Earthquake Claimed Theirs.
Five friends defied the junta to care for people injured in the military coup. One returned from the battlefield to find his four friends among the dead in the March 28 earthquake.The New York Times - 10h -
'I could live 30 years - but plan to die': Has assisted dying in Canada gone too far?
BBC News reports on assisted dying in Canada, where some say it's now easier to choose to die than get support to liveBBC News - 12h -
Dodgers stay undefeated, Braves stay winless: 6 takeaways from their series in L.A.
The Braves will need to make history to reach the postseason, and we haven't even seen the Dodgers at full strength yet.Yahoo Sports - 17h -
O’Leary: ‘I haven’t seen any recessionary trends yet’
Investor Kevin O’Leary said he hasn’t seen any “recessionary trends” from President Trump’s tariff plan yet. O’Leary made an appearance on Fox News and was asked by Trey Gowdy about recent polling ...The Hill - 3d -
Blood test for ovarian cancer misses some Black, Native American patients: Study
A new study finds that a common blood test for ovarian cancer may miss some Black and Native American patients, delaying their treatmentABC News - Mar. 20 -
UK floats plan for joint European fund to ‘stockpile’ weapons
‘Supranational’ vehicle would purchase for participating states at more favourable borrowing ratesFinancial Times - 2d -
Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction
American authors Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women’s Prize for FictionABC News - 2d -
Mortgage rates sink on tariffs, but housing costs are still near a record high
Mortgage rates fell sharply Thursday, following the Trump administration's tariff announcement, but a huge share of Americans still can't afford to buy a home.CNBC - 1h -
Who actually runs Columbia University? | Arjun Appadurai and Sheldon Pollock
Trustees aren’t academics – and they’re often political wolves in sheep’s clothing. We need reform to save the American university as we know it. Late on Friday evening, the trustees of Columbia ...The Guardian - 3d -
Why Morgan Wallen's abrupt 'SNL' exit is drawing strong reactions from fans
Morgan Wallen’s second stint as musical guest on “Saturday Night Live” is stirring some controversy among viewers.NBC News - 4d -
5 surprises from Trump's sweeping new tariffs
The unveiling of President Trump’s new tariffs included some big surprises as economists and trading partners sifted through which countries were hit the highest rates and who was spared. Questions ...The Hill - 18h -
‘I begged them, my daughter was dying’: how Taliban male escort rules are killing mothers and babies
The need for women to be accompanied by a man in public is blocking access to healthcare and contributing to soaring mortality rates, say experts. It was the middle of the night when Zarin Gul ...The Guardian - 1d -
US added 228K jobs in March, jobless rate stays flat
The U.S. economy added 228,000 jobs in March and the unemployment rate stayed roughly even at 4.2 percent, according to data released Friday by the Labor Department. The monthly federal jobs report ...The Hill - 1h -
2025 Mizzou basketball transfer portal central
To join the MizzouToday community click here for our sign up page and get either a month-to-month subscription or save some cash with a year-long sign up. Even after doing the unimaginable, ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: Nickeil Alexander-Walker saves the day
Alexander-Walker and Mitchell Robinson were among Tuesday's low-rostered standouts.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Goods imported from China now face a 54% tariff rate — and possibly higher
Goods imported from China will now face a combined total tariff rate of 54%, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday.NBC News - 1d -
Congo commutes death sentences of 3 Americans convicted in failed coup
Malanga's 21-year-old son Marcel was among the Americans convicted for participating in the coup plot that left six deadCBS News - 2d -
Women’s chess takes centre stage with World and European titles up for grabs
Ju Wenjun and Tan Zhongyi are playing in Shanghai for the world crown, while 136 players, six of them from England, compete in Rhodes for the European championship. Women’s chess takes centre stage ...The Guardian - 7h -
60% of Americans carry a credit card balance — as interest rates top 20%, Fed report finds
More than half of Americans are carrying credit card balances, despite sky-high APRs.CNBC - 1d -
Le Pen's right-wing European allies condemn court verdict as threat to democracy
European rightwingers have voiced support for the French far-right politician after she was banned from running for public office.BBC News - 3d -
Watch: Speeches and press conferences from Kellie Harper's introduction
To join the MizzouToday community click here for our sign up page and get either a month-to-month subscription or save some cash with a year-long sign up. Here is all the video's I got at Kellie ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Joao Felix Had Little Support at Milan from the Start
Milan brought in Joao Felix in January, even though very few among their decision-makers were on board with the decision. He was proposed to consultant Zlatan Ibrahimovic by Jorge Mendes. Sergio ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Guy Burgess's briefcase among MI5 artefacts on display
A battered leather briefcase left behind by Guy Burgess when he fled to Moscow in 1951 is among 20 objects from MI5's archives to go on display for the first time from Saturday.BBC News - 2d -
3/27: CBS Evening News
Americans' pessimism about the economy is growing, poll finds; After record losing season for White Sox, hope is on the horizonCBS News - 2d -
Layoffs and Unemployment Grow Among College Graduates
The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers over the past few years. How worried should they be?The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
To Save Democracy, the U.S. Should Take a Page From Poland’s Playbook
Poland pulled back from an authoritarian slide. What can the U.S. learn from its nonpartisan approach?The New York Times - 1d -
Why tariffs could push car prices even higher
Tariffs will likely push car prices past the record highs seen in recent years.CNBC - 6d -
Mourinho's quest for title in Turkey among tight races across European soccer leagues
José Mourinho’s quest to be a champion again. Look outside the top five leagues in Europe and the season run-in promises the kind of title race drama the English Premier League lacks as Liverpool ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Trump's massive 46% Vietnam tariffs could hit Nike, American Eagle and Wayfair
Retailers and brands have turned to Vietnam to manufacture goods from sneakers to couches while moving some or all production out of China.NBC News - 1d