We’re spending more on ‘bucket list’ experiences — but are they worth the money?
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How much money the U.S. spends on war
American military spending reached $916 billion in 2023, which accounts for more than a third of the world's total military expenditure.CNBC - Business -
Does Staging Your House Really Help It Sell for More Money?
Demand for home stagers is rising—and so are prices.The Wall Street Journal - World -
A Trump Conviction Depends on Proving More Than a Hush-Money Coverup
The prosecution’s case hangs on an alleged second crime that hasn’t yet been spelled out for the jury.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
We’re in a ‘My Wife Did It’ Moment
Justice Alito and Senator Menendez have one thing in common.The New York Times - Top stories -
Trump trial turns rowdy as defense mounts its case in hush money trial
Former President Trump's hush money trial briefly devolved into a rowdy scene on Monday after the judge admonished a witness brought to the stand by Trump's defense team. The witness, lawyer Robert Costello, elicited a tense exchange with Judge ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
New spending fight emerges
Business & Economy The Big Story McConnell and Democrats on collision course over spending Senate Republicans are on a collision course with Democrats over government funding, as the latter insists nondefense spending programs receive equal ...The Hill - Politics -
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The watch of his dreams. A cabin in the mountains. Here are the big purchases readers regret the most.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ange: City game my worst experience as manager
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou said he suffered cold sweats before Tuesday's 2-0 defeat by Manchester City for fear of having his integrity questioned.ESPN - Sports -
Why we’re relaunching our guide to post-Brexit Britain
Upgrading state will take more than money; plus, businesses bewail new hostile environment for overseas graduatesFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
70 years after Brown, we’re fighting the same battles over again
This is a good time to remind ourselves how much Brown changed this country, and how much we don’t want to backslide.The Hill - Politics -
Are free dating apps worth your time?
Thinking of trying out online dating? Here's a breakdown on whether or not dating apps are worth your time.CBS News - Top stories -
Everyone Gets a Trophy, and No Trophy Is Worth Anything
If Bob Dylan deserves a Nobel Prize in Literature, the award doesn’t deserve the respect of anyone.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Is a $10,000 deposit into a high-yield savings account worth it?
A $10,000 deposit into a high-yield savings account could make sense for savers now. Here's why.CBS News - Top stories -
Intel’s Thunderbolt Share unlocks ultra-fast PC-to-PC experiences
Intel is unlocking ultra-fast PC-to-PC experiences in a secure way using Thunderbolt Share.VentureBeat - Tech -
‘A life-changing experience’: Ed Dwight becomes oldest person to reach space
With another liftoff for Blue Origin, Ed Dwight has become the oldest person to reach space. He has been waiting for this day for decades. NBC News’ Marissa Parra has more on what Dwight shared about the life-changing experience.NBC News - Top stories -
Ninety games in 11 months: is the Caitlin Clark Experience sustainable?
Indiana’s rookie star has been thrown into the WNBA cauldron 38 days after her final college game. How much is too much?. The Caitlin Clark Experience did not disappoint when it came through Brooklyn on Saturday afternoon. After a rocky start to ...The Guardian - World -
A pivotal USMNT summer begins with a roster full of European experience
The USMNT's first roster of the summer is not quite its 2024 Copa América roster — but it's close.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
How bitter college experience ignited Podziemski's NBA rise
Brandon Podziemski's bitter college experience ignited the Warriors guard's meteoric rise in the NBA.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
We're Spending Billions on This Work-From-Home Indulgence
Without the boss nearby, who can resist placing that Amazon order?The Wall Street Journal - World -
Downtown Restaurant Spending Drops in Weekday Lunch Crunch
Data frompayment companySquare showrestaurants in business districtsare losing middaybusiness to inflation and hybrid work policies, but many customers nowspendmore on weekends and at happy hour.Inc. - Business -
Ronaldo tops highest-paid athlete list - Forbes
Cristiano Ronaldo tops the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes for the fourth time in his career, with Jon Rahm moving up to second.BBC News - Top stories -
Ronaldo's $260m tops Forbes highest-paid list
Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes for the fourth time in his career, and Spanish golfer Jon Rahm moved up to second after his sensational switch to Saudi-backed LIV Golf.ESPN - Sports -
Sunaks' wealth rises to £651m in latest rich list
Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty are richer than King Charles, according to The Sunday Times.BBC News - Top stories -
New ranking lists the best cities to live in the U.S.
Cities that score well on U.S. News' annual ranking of best cities get high marks for economic criteria like value and job market.CBS News - Top stories -
10 NFL games we’re looking forward to in 2024, offseason Hard Knocks | Zero Blitz
Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab talk about the games they’re most looking forward to for the 2024 NFL season, as well as the Giants’ new uniforms, the offseason version of Hard Knocks and the Jerry Jones-Cowboys docuseries.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
With Ukraine Funded, New Fight Emerges in Congress Over Pentagon Spending
Mitch McConnell and other top Republicans want more federal money for the military. But Democrats say domestic programs must get an equivalent boost.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
McConnell, Collins on collision course with Democrats over spending parity
Senate Republicans are on a collision course with Democrats who are insisting that nondefense spending programs receive equal treatment with defense programs. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) says he won’t accept Democrats’ demand to ...The Hill - Politics -
Is Hunt right that Labour’s spending plans would leave a £38bn black hole?
Labour criticises a dossier released by the Conservatives that adds up how much their spending commitments would cost.BBC News - Top stories -
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Congress sets stage for ‘side deal’ spending fight with White House
Congress is setting the stage for another partisan government-funding fight, as conservatives look to chip away at a previous “side deal” struck between Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) and the White House aimed at boosting nondefense dollars. ...The Hill - Politics -
2 Liberal Groups to Spend $5 Million on State Supreme Court Races
The National Democratic Redistricting Committee and Planned Parenthood Votes are joining together to help their preferred candidates for 2024 as state-level party battles gain steam.The New York Times - Top stories -
Are consumers pulling back on spending? It depends on which CEO you ask
Companies like PepsiCo have warned about a weak low-income consumer, while Delta Air Lines and Chipotle have benefited from their high-income customer bases.CNBC - Business -
Are consumers pulling back on spending? It depends which CEO you ask
With higher prices and elevated interest rates stubbornly sticking around, Chipotle burrito bowls and European vacations are still on the table for many consumers.NBC News - Top stories -
Pro-Israel groups ramp up spending against Republicans
Pro-Israel groups have often engaged in Democratic primaries, but are now increasingly targeting Republicans who have opposed aid to Israel in its war with Hamas.NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
James Harrison joins list of Steelers legends to accuse Patriots of cheating
Harrison is the latest former Steeler who feels his team was cheated by New EnglandCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleABC News - Entertainment -
An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleABC News - Top stories -
An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleABC News - World