Starmer's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma

Rules for repaying Social Security benefits are about to get stricter. Here's what to know

Social Security beneficiaries who receive more money than they are owed will now face a 100% default withholding rate from their monthly checks, the agency said.

CNBC - Mar. 10

How a hidden benefit of a Wells Fargo asset cap removal could save the bank billions

The bank paid $2.5 billion more in remediation efforts in 2023 than in 2018, which was a year before Charlie Scharf became CEO.

CNBC - Mar. 11

A Trump critic just won Greenland's election, but the White House may still benefit

A party that has criticized President Trump's threat to take over Greenland won an election there, but may have to govern with a pro-White House opponent.

NBC News - 6d

We're adding to our position in a hard-hit stock that benefits from lower mortgage rates

It's our third stock purchase on Thursday as Wall Street continues its rough stretch.

CNBC - 5d

These tax cuts and benefits could help caregivers in crisis — can they get through Congress?

The financial burden of caring for ailing loved ones could be eased through two bipartisan legislative proposals introduced this week.

MarketWatch - 4d

Warren: Democrats ‘showing up’ while Republicans are ‘hiding’

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Monday lauded her fellow Democrats for “showing up” while Republicans are “hiding” from the American people, referring to the GOP's avoidance of in-person town ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

Democrats set themselves up for year of primaries in 2026

Progressives are vowing to run primary challenges against Democrats who do not do enough to stand up to President Trump and the GOP, an effort that is intensifying after Senate Minority Leader ...

The Hill - 23h

D.C. Mayor calls out ‘$1.1 billion problem’ in House GOP stopgap plan

Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) on Monday sounded alarm over what she described as a "$1.1 billion problem" in a plan rolled out by House Republicans to keep the government funded beyond ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

This Spring, Layer Up in Style

Shape-defining cuts, saturated hues and a few wild stripes give the season’s fashion a youthful edge.

The New York Times - Feb. 27

The Power of Shutting Up

This sales strategy runs counter to the high pressure tactics of the stereotypical salesperson.

Inc. - 5d

Typing loudly, wearing AirPods: ‘taskmasking’ is how gen Z pretends to work at the office

As more companies mandate a return to the office, young workers learn to game the system to take back control. As employers crack down on hybrid work, insisting that the US corporate class head ...

The Guardian - Mar. 10

DOGE Is the Deep State

A shadowy group of unelected figures reshaping the federal government to their own benefit from the inside? Sounds familiar!

Wired - Mar. 6

Cuts to Medicare, Medicaid Would Be ‘Catastrophic for Women’s Health,’ Says Chelsea Clinton

Republicans want to slash $880 billion from the agency overseeing Medicaid. There’s no way to do so without touching benefits.

Inc. - Mar. 10

How to calculate your Social Security tax obligations

Wondering what you'll pay in taxes on your Social Security benefits? Here's how to do the math.

CBS News - Mar. 11

Women will get most of the $124 trillion 'great wealth transfer.' Here's why

Women stand to benefit disproportionately from the greatest generational wealth transfer in history, studies show.

CNBC - 6d

Would $50 oil really be good for the US?

Bosses warn potential consumer benefits would be offset by squeezed domestic shale industry

Financial Times - 6d

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims, signaling a still-healthy US labor market

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week, indicating a still-healthy U.S. labor market

ABC News - 5d

Bumble Bee Foods Is Accused of Tolerating Forced Labor in Supply Chain

In a lawsuit filed in California, the plaintiffs said that Bumble Bee Foods was aware of and benefited from abuse by suppliers. The company declined to comment.

The New York Times - 5d

Gold hits $3,000 for first time on global growth fears

Precious metal has benefited amid steep sell-off in Wall Street stocks and concern over trade wars

Financial Times - 4d

Palm Beach Society Goes On, With and Without Trump

At a pair of benefits on this exclusive island, many well-heeled guests were holding their tongues when it came to politics.

The New York Times - 4d

Winners and losers of Rams' first wave of moves in free agency

Who's benefitted most from the Rams' initial moves of free agency and whose stock has taken a hit?

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Want Cheap Power, Fast? Solar and Wind Firms Have a Suggestion.

Renewable energy companies are shifting strategy under President Trump, emphasizing the economic benefits of low-carbon electricity.

The New York Times - 1d

Some PIP recipients may lose out under welfare cuts

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall will set out reforms to the benefits system on Tuesday afternoon.

BBC News - 1d

What Social Security says to do if you're incorrectly listed as dead

An incorrect report of death "can be devastating" SSA says, as restoring benefits is a long and challenging process.

CBS News - 16h

Broncos get salary cap relief from Justin Strnad's qualifying contract

Thanks to one of the NFL's veteran salary benefit rules, the Broncos will get cap relief in the Justin Strnad deal.

Yahoo Sports - 1h

Texas A&M 'want to continue to attack downhill and get to the line' per senior Wade Taylor

"That's how we want to go about our offense, to go to the free throw line and get makes. We want to continue to attack downhill and get to the line."

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Texas Tech track and field's Shelby Frank all-American again at NCAA championships

Texas Tech track and field thrower Shelby Frank achieved first-team all-America status in the weight throw again at the NCAA indoor championships

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Nike Indoor Nationals: Ursuline, North Rockland relays take gold; Section 1 records fall

Ursuline and North Rockland won relay gold at Nike Indoor Nationals. Nanuet's Gabriella Vizcarrondo broke the girls Section 1 weight throw record.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

This date in Texas history: Aaliyah Moore shines in NCAA Tournament debut

On this date in Texas history, Aaliyah Moore made her NCAA Tournament debut and had a perfect evening from the free throw line.

Yahoo Sports - 10h

Dillon Gabriel performs at Oregon football Pro Day in front of Bo Nix, Justin Herbert

Oregon's Dillon Gabriel performed throwing drills with teammates at Oregon football's Pro Day Tuesday with Bo Nix and Justin Herbert in attendance.

Yahoo Sports - 9h

Bengals eye Trey Hendrickson extension after Chase, Higgins deals

No, the Bengals aren't done -- and never planned to be.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Stand Up for Science Rally Sees Mix of Science, Politics and Anxiety

Thousands of protesters gathered in Washington for Stand Up for Science, a rally in response to President Trump’s federal-funding and job cuts.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

Nvidia has teamed up with Utah to improve AI education and workforce training

Nvidia has teamed up with the state of Utah on an AI education initiative to improve workforce training and economic growth.

VentureBeat - Mar. 10

U.S. influencer picks up baby wombat in Australia, sparks outrage

An American influencer visiting Australia has sparked outcry for picking up a baby wombat in a now-deleted Instagram video.

CBS News - 5d

Women's sports firm Monarch Collective ups fund size to $250 million

Monarch investors Melinda French Gates’ Pivotal Ventures and Hello Sunshine CEO Sarah Harden recently upped their funding.

CNBC - 5d

Google levels up Android graphics with Vulkan API in time for GDC 2025

Google announced it is leveling up its multiplatform game offering in time for GDC with graphics improvements leading the way.

VentureBeat - 5d

Alter girls basketball finishes runner-up in state championship

The Alter High School girls basketball team finished runner-up in the OHSAA) Division IV Championship.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Broncos trade up for RB Ashton Jeanty in NFL mock draft

Fox Sports has the Broncos trading up for RB Ashton Jeanty in this NFL mock draft.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Goodyear Tire's transformation plan is underway — in the sky and on the ground

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is facing a rapidly changing business with new technologies and increased competition from low-cost countries such as China.

CNBC - Mar. 9

Goodyear Tire's transformation plan is underway — in the sky and on the ground

AKRON, Ohio — Does the Goodyear blimp sell tires?

NBC News - Mar. 10

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