Turkey PKK Deal May Benefit Erdogan at Home and Abroad

Can your Social Security benefits be garnished by a debt collector?

If you receive Social Security and owe debt collectors money, your benefits could be at risk. Here's why.

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USWNT's Emma Hayes deserves benefit of the doubt after first loss -- for now

The first defeat for Hayes since taking the USWNT job was a disappointing one, snapping their run of five straight SheBelieves Cup titles, but the experience will help as this team builds towards ...

ESPN - 1d

How portable benefits can drive US innovation and job growth

While the primary aim is to help freelancers and gig workers, portable benefits have surprising potential to bolster entrepreneurship and thus the U.S. economy.

The Hill - 9h

Iraq says oil exports from Kurdish region by way of Turkey set to resume

Iraq’s oil ministry has announced the resumption of oil exports from northern Iraq’s semi-autonomous northern Kurdish region

ABC News - 6d

'We are still at war': Syria's Kurds battle Turkey months after Assad's fall

As Syria's interim leader plans its future, Kurds in the north-east are battling Turkish-backed forces.

BBC News - 3d

Hormel’s stock boosted by revenue beat, though challenges lie ahead with turkeys and nuts

The company said it continues to “recover from the snack nuts supply disruption” that impacted Planters nuts.

MarketWatch - 1d

Putin says US-Russia contacts give ‘hope’ amid talks in Turkey on restoring ties – as it happened

Russian president claims to FSB security service that ‘some western elites will try to undermine our dialogue’. Speaking at a press conference in Vienna, the Austrian People’s Party’s leader ...

The Guardian - 1d

Microsoft shutting down Skype in May

Microsoft is officially retiring Skype, the platform once popular for making calls and messaging, and redirecting users to Teams, the tech giant announced Friday. The application will close down ...

The Hill - 12h

Microsoft announces Skype will close in May

The internet chat and phone service, which is owned by Microsoft, made the announcement on X.

BBC News - 10h

Should you use a home equity loan for spring home renovations?

These loans can be a smart option due to fixed rates and stable payments, but they aren't right for every borrower.

CBS News - 4d

Home Depot says high interest rates are hampering home-remodeling plans

“There’s just no denying the deferral that we’re still seeing,” said Billy Bastek, Home Depot’s executive vice president of merchandising.

MarketWatch - 3d

Israeli hostages return home in caskets

Hamas handed over four coffins Thursday, which the militant group said contained the bodies of four Israeli hostages -- Shiri Bibas and her two children, Ariel and Kfir, as well as Oded Lifshitz, ...

CBS News - Feb. 20

Is a $150,000 home equity loan worth it?

A $150,000 home equity loan will lower your available equity, but it can still be worth applying for. Here's why.

CBS News - 3d

Residents could be out of their homes 'for a year'

Godstone residents affected by the sinkholes attend a meeting to discuss what happens next.

BBC News - 3d

Trump’s Plan to Kill Social Security Benefit Tax Could Accelerate Its Insolvency

Social security is already in danger. President Trump’s plan to get rid of income taxes on the benefit won’t save it. In fact, it’ll probably do the opposite.

Inc. - Feb. 20

Mohammed bin Salman wants an alternative to Trump’s Gaza plan – but one that most benefits Saudi Arabia | Madawi al-Rasheed

The crown prince sees Hamas as a regional threat, and may propose a deal that risks sidelining Palestinians. Saudi Arabia has suddenly experienced a diplomatic awakening after lukewarm engagement ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

Trump says he will end the war in Ukraine – but how, and who will benefit? Our panel responds | Olga Chyzh and others

The US president is breaking every negotiating rule in the book, to the bewilderment of his allies. Europe is now at a crossroads Continue reading...

The Guardian - 6d

Skate for LA Strong rosters: Justin Bieber, Steve Carrell headline players in benefit for wildfire victims

Hollywood stars and NHL legends will be raising money for LA wildfire victims

CBS Sports - 6d

Adrian Wojnarowski, former NBA insider, selling old phones to benefit St. Bonaventure NIL collective

Fans can purchase many items Wojnarowski used throughout his journalism career

CBS Sports - 4d

Chen, Kerrigan added to figure skating event benefiting victims of DC plane crash

Nathan Chen, Nancy Kerrigan and Peggy Fleming are among the figure skaters added to the cast of a benefit event this weekend in Washington, D

ABC News - 4d

TJ Maxx parent company says it will benefit from chaotic market conditions after strong holiday

The company behind T.J. Maxx, Marshall's and HomeGoods has seen growth start to slow down, but it's one of the few retailers that could benefit from tariffs.

CNBC - 2d

Agency speeds up Social Security Fairness Act timeline, with lump sums, benefit increases for millions of people

The agency had previously said it could take "more than one year" to process benefit changes following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act.

CNBC - 2d

Women's Bracketology: USC, UConn benefit from Notre Dame loss, chaotic Thursday night

Some huge changes haven taken place since the top 16 reveal

CBS Sports - 9h

Block's 28% plunge in February leads fintech sell-off, while Stripe shows benefit of staying private

Fintech stocks plummeted in February, paced by Block's drop, but Stripe's valuation soared to a near-record high in the private market.

CNBC - 5h

Michigan extends May, ending Indiana speculation

Michigan men's basketball coach Dusty May has reached a new multiyear agreement with the school, effectively removing him from consideration for the vacancy at Indiana.

ESPN - 6d

How Kash Patel may change the FBI

This morning marks the first full day in office for new FBI director Kash Patel. The longtime vocal Trump ally arrived at his new office Friday. Sweeping changes are expected under his leadership.

CBS News - 6d

Archaeologists may have found pharaoh's second tomb

The potential find comes just days after the announcement of the discovery of King Thutmose II's tomb.

BBC News - 5d

The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.

The Trump administration’s deep cuts to clean-energy programs are raising concerns about U.S. commitments to the lender.

The New York Times - 3d

3 ways Trump may be clearing a path for whistleblowers

An unintended consequence emerging from Trump’s imperious leanings is an opening for whistleblowers to fill the breach.

The Hill - 1d

Cancer patients 'may starve' without vital drug

Creon, a pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, helps digestion but stocks are desperately low.

BBC News - 1d

England bowler Wood may need knee surgery

England fast bowler Mark Wood will see a specialist next week amid fears he could require surgery on a left knee issue sustained at the Champions Trophy.

BBC News - 15h

Measles booster may be an option for some vaccinated adults

People who were vaccinated as a child are considered less likely to become infected.

The Hill - 15h

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's L.A. home is ransacked

In an exclusive gated neighborhood in L.A., the home of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban was broken into. It's not yet clear what was taken.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19

An encroaching desert threatens to swallow Mauritania’s homes and history

An ancient trading post known for housing some of West Africa's most historically significant manuscripts could soon be covered by the Sahara Desert

ABC News - Feb. 21

Gazans Returning Home to Jabaliya Embrace Reopened Market

A single image of a farmer’s market sprouting back up in devastated northern Gaza tells the story of loss and, perhaps, eventual rebirth.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Families return home after sinkhole swallows road

Six families are being allowed to return home in Godstone after being evacuated on Tuesday morning.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Crumbling fortresses - why are teams struggling to win at home?

The proportion of home wins in the Premier League is at its lowest outside of the Covid era - but why?

BBC News - 4d

"The Dish": Lebanese home cooking shines in Brooklyn

Inspired by his mother's beloved recipes, Michael Farah brings authentic Lebanese flavors to New York with "Nabila's."

CBS News - 3d

How to grow your home equity in 2025

Thinking of borrowing from your home equity this year? Here are three effective ways to grow it first.

CBS News - 3d

Max Christie returns home to L.A. … as a visitor with the Mavericks

The former second-round draft pick of the Lakers was back at Crypto.com Arena working out before a game, which happened to be against his former team.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

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