This Fourth of July, it’s hard to feel optimistic about the US. But I have hope | Margaret Sullivan
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I have $2.5 million and fear that I’ll never be able to retire. Am I being irrational?
A reader needs to visualize his retirement buckets to be sure that he has enough.34 minutes ago -
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I’m in my 60s with $85,000 in credit-card debt. Should I use the equity in my home or my investments to pay it off?
“Currently, the debt gets rolled over to another 0% interest card right before the regular interest rate is about to kick in.”1 hour ago -
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A realtor said she’d take out an ad to help me rent my New York City apartment. Am I now morally obligated to use her?
“Other agents know our apartment is available for rent and now want to show it.”2 hours ago - New York -
Business - CNBC
Maryland has the best 529 college savings plan—and you don't have to live there to use it
There may be additional benefits to opening a 529 savings plan sponsored by your home state, but you don't have to.2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Hugh Grant says fourth Bridget Jones film will be ‘funny but very sad’
Actor reprises character of Daniel Cleaver but says he won’t play role of ‘60-year-old wandering around looking at young girls’. It is a universally acknowledged truth that Bridget Jones films are ...2 hours ago -
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As Israel Attacks, Many Lebanese Feel Dragged Into War
In a crisis-racked country where sectarian tensions simmer, many worry that the conflict between Israel and the Shiite militia Hezbollah will end in more destruction for all.3 hours ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
In the US, rats could soon have better birth control access than women | Arwa Mahdawi
New York is pushing birth control to curb its rodent problem – at a time when women’s reproductive rights in other US states are under attack. Oh, the irony. Eric Adams, we recently learned, seems ...3 hours ago -
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‘I feel like I’m missing something’: I’m 68, divorced with two children. I’ve $750,000 and rent my home. Do I need a trust?
“I continue to reinvest the dividends and interest so my investments continue to grow.”6 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. stocks’ remarkable 2024 run is likely to continue during the fourth quarter, history shows
U.S. stocks have had a remarkable run during the first nine months of 2024 — and if the past is any guide, it will likely continue over the next three months.6 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘This money is not bringing me a lot of happiness’: My husband and I have $7 million, but our kids are trouble. Should we cut them off?
“His son and his wife are not good to us. We rarely see them and they never offer to help us with anything.”6 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
As Israel Attacks, Many Lebanese Feel Dragged Into War
In a crisis-racked country where sectarian tensions simmer, many worry that the conflict between Israel and the Shiite militia Hezbollah will end in more destruction for all.7 hours ago - Israel -
Science - The New York Times
Rwanda’s Doctors and Nurses Hit Hard by Deadly Marburg Virus
The health ministry has reported that 80 percent of the infected are health care professionals.7 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
'I feel like I already won': How Aces' Plum has persevered through tough season
Las Vegas trails 2-0 in the WNBA semifinals. But whatever the outcome of this season, the Aces guard said she is glad she has battled through it.14 hours ago -
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Anthony Rizzo won't be on Yankees 2024 ALDS roster; hopes to be back for ALCS
Anthony Rizzo confirmed with the media that he will not be on the Yankees' ALDS roster due to his fractured fingers.16 hours ago - MLB -
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Biden: 'I don't know' if Netanyahu is trying to sway US election
Some Democrats accuse Israel's PM of holding off on agreeing a Gaza ceasefire deal for political reasons.16 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Business - Inc.
What I Learned About Bananas is Bananas
The port strike might be over for now, but there was never a need for the banana panic that came out of it. America’s favorite fruit was weeks away from disappearing from grocery store shelves.19 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Mets' Kodai Senga to start NLDS Game 1 against Phillies in his first MLB appearance since July
The 31-year-old right-hander has battled calf and tricep issues this season20 hours ago - MLB -
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Trump pushed false claims about FEMA disaster funds used on migrants
False claims that federal emergency disaster money was given to migrants in the U.S. illegally have spread quickly in recent days, boosted by former President Donald Trump and some of his most ...22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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How worried should I be about rising oil prices?
As the conflict across the Middle East widens, rising oil prices are being closely watched.22 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
What Game Theory Tells Us About the Threat of an Israel-Iran War
Each side must predict how the other will react to avoid mutual destruction.Yesterday - Israel -
World - The Guardian
‘I still cringe thinking about it’: readers’ fworst work message gaffes
BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg sent Boris Johnson her briefing notes this week – she’s not the only one to mess up. The BBC cancelled a prime-time interview with Boris Johnson after the presenter Laura ...Yesterday -
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Tristan Wirfs gives honest take on Buccaneers collapse in fourth quarter: 'They gave it to us'
Wirfs said the Buccaneers didn't finish the jobYesterday -
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Elon Musk says he will attend Trump rally in Pennsylvania at site of July assassination attempt
Elon Musk said late Thursday that he will attend Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday in the former president’s return to the town where he survived an assassination attempt in ...Yesterday - Elon Musk -
Tech - Wired
Making an RSV Vaccine Was Hard. Getting People to Take It Is Even Harder
New vaccines could help stem the spread of respiratory syncytial virus, but there are already huge inequities in access and uptake.Yesterday -
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Asheville's vibrant arts scene powered its economy — now much of it lies in ruins
“My entire portfolio is in the river somewhere,” one artist said after floodwaters from Hurricane Helene destroyed over a dozen local studios in the city's River Arts District.Yesterday -
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Life after care: 'I fear owning too much stuff in case I have to move'
The number of young care leavers facing homelessness is a "failure of society", says one charity.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Paul Simon ‘optimistic’ about returning to live shows despite hearing loss
Speaking to the Guardian, the 82-year-old singer-songwriter says he hopes to play full gigs again following retirement from touring. ‘I never said I was going to retire ...’: Paul Simon ...Yesterday -
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Business - Financial Times
Reeves raises hopes of investment surge as she attacks Tory plans
UK chancellor vows to avoid Jeremy Hunt’s ‘mistakes’ and stokes optimism that spending could surpass manifestoYesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Biden hopeful hurricane cleanup could end 'rabid partisanship'
President Biden on Thursday said he’s hopeful that cleanup from Hurricane Helene could end the "rabid" partisanship in the United States, after he visited Republican-controlled states Georgia and ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Sports - ESPN
Randle on trade to Wolves: 'I feel wanted here'
Julius Randle said he was shocked when he learned he was traded to the Timberwolves but that he is happy to be somewhere he feels wanted.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Chubb: Knee feels good, unsure of return date
Browns RB Nick Chubb, who practiced Wednesday for the first time since surgeries to repair his left knee, says he's feeling good but isn't sure when he'll play.Yesterday -
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Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?
The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know.Yesterday - Covid -
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Sydney Sweeney doesn't think she'll 'ever feel comfortable' financially: 'I saw my parents lose everything'
The 27-year-old star told Glamour that her family's past financial struggles have influenced how she thinks about her wealth.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Boris Johnson insists he would have won July election in new book
Former PM’s memoir Unleashed argues he was victim of ‘witch-hunt’ and lockdown parties broke no rules. Boris Johnson has insisted he would have won another election if he had not been forced from ...2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Map: Less than 1% of residences covered by flood insurance in hard-hit North Carolina
The counties hardest hit by Hurricane Helene were also those with the lowest levels of flood insurance protection.2 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Feel-good parkruns have raced past their humble beginnings and now draw millions for fitness and fun
It's a weekly running race now held around the world2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Baker Mayfield went from a miss to a hit, and the entire league is taking note
Would Mayfield have become a star in Cleveland? "Sometimes," an NFC executive told Yahoo Sports, "players need a fresh start or a couple of fresh starts."2 days ago