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How Trump's new tariffs will affect Americans: 5 things to know

President Trump kicked off a trade war Tuesday, levying major tariffs on the top three U.S. trading partners — Canada, Mexico and China. He imposed 25 percent import taxes on Canada and Mexico, and ...

The Hill - 22h

Taking out a HELOC this March? 3 things to know about the draw period

Before taking out a HELOC this March, be sure to first understand a few big things about the draw period.

CBS News - 6d

3 things to know before opening a long-term CD this March

Planning on opening a long-term CD in March? Find out what you need to know before locking in your rate.

CBS News - 6d

Three essential things to know about microplastics – and how to avoid them

Microplastics can’t be avoided completely, but even small steps in the right direction can help significantly. Sign up for our Detox Your Kitchen newsletter On a recent trip to New Orleans, ...

The Guardian - 4d

25 Things for Spring: College football teams, names, storylines you need to know entering the 2025 season

There's plenty to monitor this spring as college football undergoes a massive facelift

CBS Sports - 2d

Ten things you should know about Trump’s tariffs but were afraid to ask

No, Mr President, they are not going to make America rich, great or popular

Financial Times - 1h

Do you know these heart disease risk factors? Many Americans don't, survey finds.

Many Americans are unaware of the risk factors for heart disease, according to a recent survey from the Cleveland Clinic. Here's what to know.

CBS News - Feb. 24

We Can Achieve Great Things

Progressives, who believe in using government to do good things, have built a system that renders government incompetent.

The New York Times - 5d

The Death of Competition in American Elections

A vast majority of 2024 races for Congress and state legislatures were decided by low-turnout or meaningless primaries. The trend is making politics more polarized and eroding public trust.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

Trust Was Once an American Superpower

Undermining one of our country’s greatest and least-appreciated assets.

The New York Times - Feb. 25

A Day of American Infamy

A dreadful moment for Ukraine, for the free world, for the legacy of an America that once stood for the principles of the Atlantic Charter.

The New York Times - 4d

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

David Moyes faces a former club, Djed Spence’s difficult duel and Chris Wood could haunt his old employers. The winter arrival of Woyo Coulibaly from Parma underwhelmed Leicester fans as the ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

19 things Trump and his team did this week

In his fifth week in office, Trump called Zelensky a dictator, sought more federal civil service cuts and dropped in on Nascar.

BBC News - Feb. 22

30 things we love in the world of food, 2025

From a taste of Brazil in Manchester to the rise of the choc ice. *** Continue reading...

The Guardian - Feb. 23

When They Stop Selling Your Favorite Thing

Shoppers are going online to pay dearly for discontinued items, from the perfect lip pencil to Tab.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Moving fast and breaking things doesn't work in government

Breaking a social media company is not like dismantling the infrastructure, social programs or oversight mechanisms of one of the largest and most powerful countries in the world.

The Hill - Feb. 25

12 things we spotted in the Oscars class photo

Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Demi Moore and Timothée Chalamet were among the actors smiling for the camera.

BBC News - Feb. 26

Replacing Buttler as captain the sensible thing to do - Agnew

Replacing Jos Buttler as captain could rejuvenate him as a player and is the sensible thing for England to do after Champions Trophy exit, says Jonathan Agnew.

BBC News - 6d

Trump Is Breaking Things We Can’t Just Fix

The president’s about-face on Ukraine has taught our allies a lesson they won’t be unlearning anytime soon.

The New York Times - 3d

Portfolio trading — now also A Thing in European bonds

We love big bond trades and we cannot lie

Financial Times - 2d

Aztech Mountain: A Ski Brand With ‘If You Know, You Know’ Mountain Cred

Aztech Mountain is designed by Aspen locals for Aspen locals — and those who wish they were.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

What we know and don’t know about the asteroid hurtling toward Earth

Asteroid 2024 YR4, a 50- to 90-meter-wide Earth-approaching object, is likely not going to hit our planet in 2032.

The Hill - Feb. 23

What to know about vitamin A and the measles

The CDC put out a statement on the measles outbreak and suggested that vitamin A could be used for supportive care. Is vitamin A effective for measles?

NBC News - 4d

What to know ahead of the 2025 Oscars

The Oscars red carpet has been rolled out, the stars are ready and the stage is set for the 97th Academy Awards. Conan O'Brien will host the Oscars on Sunday from Los Angeles. Variety executive ...

CBS News - 4d

This Never Happened With an American President Before

Trump’s behavior in the Oval Office with Zelensky was an unparalleled break with American foreign policy.

The New York Times - 4d

Aaron Rodgers reveals two things he's looking for with his next team

New York parted ways with Rodgers last week

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

Ron Rivera on Cam Newton: Sometimes things are better left unsaid

Former Panthers quarterback Cam Newton created a stir by saying he entered a "locker room full of losers" when he arrived as the franchise's No. 1 overall pick in 2011.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

These are the 7 things we're watching in the stock market in the week ahead

Nvidia, Salesforce and Home Depot, plus the Fed's favorite inflation gauge, are among the biggest events for Wall Street.

CNBC - Feb. 23

Pakistan’s shiny new Balochistan airport is just missing one thing: passengers

Yahoo News - Feb. 25

Google Just Fixed the Worst Thing About Websites. It’s the Start of the End of an Era

The world’s most popular email service is getting a security upgrade.

Inc. - Feb. 25

HELOC hiccups: 7 things to watch for when you apply

Avoiding these common HELOC application mistakes can speed up the process and improve your approval odds.

CBS News - Feb. 25

Stranger Things Graphic Novels Are Discounted Ahead Of Season Five

After first airing in 2016, Stranger Things will finally end with the upcoming season five. Netflix is yet to give a firm release date for the finale, so if you’re looking to bide time ahead of its ...

GameSpot - Feb. 26

FA Cup fifth round: 10 things to look out for this weekend

VAR is back (to save us all), Plymouth are plotting another upset and Cardiff’s Anwar El Ghazi returns to Villa Park. The trip to Aston Villa looks tricky for Cardiff City, whose main focus is ...

The Guardian - 5d

The five things we learnt from Formula One testing

With the dust settling on Formula One’s pre-season test in Bahrain, it is time to take stock of where the teams are ahead of the start of the season in Australia on March 16.

Yahoo Sports - 5d