Retirement Weekly: I’m 55 and Need Cash. Can I Tap into My Ira without Penalty?
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‘I don’t want to end up with stalkers’: Should I let my heirs know that I’m writing a will and what they can expect to inherit?
“Should I even let them know that there is a will in which they are mentioned?”MarketWatch - Business -
I’ve $5.2 million in the stock market and I’m in my 40s. How much can I afford to spend so I can enjoy the rest of my life?
“I didn’t intend to retire under 50, but it sort of worked out.”MarketWatch - Business -
‘I was mentally and emotionally drained’: During my divorce, I made a hasty decision to take early retirement. Can I undo this?
“I was married to my ex-husband for 13 years. He left me for another woman. I was forced to sell our home.”MarketWatch - Business -
The stress of cheating on my wife is making me ill – but I can no longer suppress who I am
I love her and my children, but have fallen for another man. What can I do? I’m now suffering from gastrointestinal problems and using alcohol to get to sleep. I’m a 41-year-old man and I have been married to my wife for 10 years. I have always ...The Guardian - World -
My daughter has special needs. Does the IRS have the authority to take money from a trust that I set up in her name?
“I am not in any trouble and nor do I currently owe any money to the IRS. However, I’ve had several expensive run-ins with the IRS.”MarketWatch - Business -
I’m a Columbia Professor. The Protests on My Campus Are Not Justice.
I do not believe that the Columbia demonstrators are driven by antisemitism, but their actions have gone way too far.The New York Times - Top stories -
'I should be able to perform without being groped'
As MPs meet to discuss misogyny in music, Karla Chubb from Irish band Sprints says the issue is rife.BBC News - Top stories -
As an immigrant I’m undervalued, and my wife has no sympathy | Ask Philippa
You’re in a difficult situation. I know it won’t be easy, but don’t be too proud to seek help. The question I am a recent immigrant from Iran and I am almost at the end of my tether. I was a professional in my country. I was educated, experienced ...The Guardian - World -
Should I Be Loyal to My Father or My Dying Uncle?
A reader is torn between attending a final dinner with his uncle, who has terminal cancer, and supporting his father, who wasn’t invited because of an old grudge.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Should I Be Loyal to My Father or My Dying Uncle?
A reader is torn between attending a final dinner with his uncle, who has terminal cancer, and supporting his father, who wasn’t invited because of an old grudge.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
I tried Factor meal delivery for a week — here’s why I’m hooked
I tried Factor’s pre-made meal delivery service for a week to help make meal planning at home easier and stress-free. Here’s what I thought about the service’s ready-to-eat meals.NBC News - Top stories -
Jamie Dimon: 'I want to help my country'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on Tuesday was noncommittal when asked about serving in government after he leaves the company, instead maintaining he wants to "help" his country, according to multiple media reports. Dimon, in an interview Tuesday ...The Hill - Politics -
Was It Racist to Take Family Photos at a Wedding Without Me and My Wife?
A reader’s wife sees bigotry in their exclusion from group photos at a nephew’s wedding, but her husband is reluctant to write off his relatives for good.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Antony: I was provoked by Coventry players – I cupped my ears to defend my club
Manchester United’s under-fire winger Antony has defended his “heat of the moment” reaction at Wembley as Erik ten Hag claimed his £85 million signing was responding to “provocation” from Coventry players.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Chvrches’ Lauren Mayberry: ‘I was fixated with death… I needed to live in reality’
The frontwoman of the Scottish synth-pop trio had a dream music career, but it came with years of online misogyny and artistic frustration. As she prepares to release her debut solo album, she discusses going her own way. A graphic novel company ...The Guardian - World -
‘I’m guilt-ridden’: Our waitress’s behavior was so egregious that I wrote ‘NO TIP!’ on the check. Was I wrong?
“When is the service so bad that you can actually, in good conscience, refuse to tip?”MarketWatch - Business -
Can my landlord put up my rent, keep my deposit or evict me?
UK renters have seen increases of 10% and two million are behind or struggling to pay.BBC News - Top stories -
‘I’d rather wear a potato sack’: I’m a bridesmaid at three weddings. The brides chose ugly dresses — and I’m obliged to pay. Should I say no?
“I’m getting increasingly anxious about these mounting expenses, and I don’t know how I can possibly afford them.”MarketWatch - Business -
My twin babies didn’t survive their premature birth – and I’m left to wonder why | Sara Mussa
Women of colour like me are more likely to experience pregnancy complications. That’s a devastating indictment. One, two, three, four, five, breathe, breathe. One, two, three, four, five, breathe, breathe.. Lying on the cold tiles of my bathroom ...The Guardian - World -
Sunday with Shirley Manson: ‘I impersonate my mother by making a chicken dinner’
The Garbage singer talks about church in childhood, her need to enjoy life and her favourite arty amusement park. Sundays growing up? We’d go to Saint Bernard’s in Edinburgh, which had beautiful blue velvet carpets and wooden pews. Upstairs there ...The Guardian - World -
Should I Dress to Hide My Scars or Show Them Off?
Scars can be covered up or airbrushed away, our critic writes. But what is lost when we erase our experiences from our bodies?The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Kennedy on relatives endorsing Biden: 'I love my family, either way'
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said Sunday that he isn’t bothered by the fact that nearly his entire family has backed President Biden over him for the November election. “Some of them don’t like the fact that I’m ...The Hill - Politics -
‘I’m not humble. I expect miracles’: why violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja wants to blow you out of your seat
She plays barefoot in jeans with a thrilling unpredictability that makes every show electric. Ahead of a performance that promises to transform the concert stage into a living room, we meet the whirlwind violinist. ‘Something should happen in a ...The Guardian - World -
My insomnia hell: sleeplessness is a curse – but I think I finally have the answer
Pills, meditation, yoga, sleep restriction ... I have tried absolutely everything to get some proper rest. Is the solution actually surprisingly simple?. I am standing in my bedroom in my boxers and a T-shirt, while a man I have just met fiddles ...The Guardian - World -
‘I didn’t sleep much’: Bernardo Silva admits missed penalty played on mind
Silva scored Manchester City’s winner in FA Cup against ChelseaOn miss in shootout against Real Madrid: ‘Yeah, it was tough’Bernardo Silva scored Manchester City’s FA Cup semi-final winner against Chelsea following sleepless nights caused by his ...The Guardian - World -
How Can I Dress to Look More Grown-Up?
A reader is tired of being mistaken for someone in her early 20s. Our fashion critic offers tips for dressing with sophistication.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The best budget robot vacuums under $250 can clean up without cleaning you out
These robot vacuums from Lefant, Shark and more will keep your floors clean. But they won't break the bank.CBS News - Top stories -
'I want to erase my own footprint': The women looking after an island paradise
Antiguan girls are being trained as coastal stewards to empower them while protecting the environment.BBC News - Top stories -
‘We were all set to enjoy our retirement’: My son invested in startups and we bailed him out with $100,000. What now?
“When we agreed to help, it was with the understanding that this debt would be paid back with his share of inheritance.”MarketWatch - Business -
You can buy a home in France or Italy for 'the price of a new truck'—but take these 3 steps before retiring abroad
Tommy Sikes started searching French and Italian properties for fun. Now the CFP helps guide clients toward their dream European retirements.CNBC - Business -
Test yourself: See if you’re one of the few who can answer these 2 basic retirement questions
Financial literacy can make a big difference in how well prepared we are for retirement.MarketWatch - Business -
Paul Skenes is waiting for Pirates' call while dominating Triple-A: 'Trying to do whatever I need to do here'
The top pitching prospect in baseball is shutting down Triple-A hitters...three or so innings at a timeCBS Sports - Sports -
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My wife and I bought a vacation home with a 6.6% mortgage rate. Should we sell our rental property to pay it off?
“The way I look at it, paying the mortgage off now would give us a guaranteed 6.6% return, which is higher than our return on the condo.”MarketWatch - Business -
Fresh inquest ordered into death of IRA man McCann
Joe McCann, an Official IRA man, was fatally shot near his Belfast home in 1972.BBC News - Top stories -
Fifpro exclusive interview and Chelsea stifle Barça – Women’s Football Weekly
Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzanne Wrack for an interview with Fifpro representatives, Sarah Gregorious and Alex Culvin, plus Dutch international, Merel van Dongen, to discuss how footballers are being affected by the packed schedule. Also, ...The Guardian - World -
DA alleges Trump led scheme to bury 'porn star payoff'
Opening statements are set to begin this morning. Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker is expected to testify for the prosecution.NBC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Former British spy in IRA who allegedly admitted murder will not be prosecuted
Exclusive: Ex-double agent allegedly admitted to murder during training presentations to members of the security services. Victims’ families have reacted with anger after it emerged that a former British double agent in the IRA who allegedly ...The Guardian - World -
Advisers on Trillions in IRAs Must Now Put Your Interest First
New rules will govern advice on moving nest eggs into individual retirement accounts.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Hunt for a Retirement Keepsake
On a family trip to Switzerland, Joseph Barreto fell in love with an Omega Constellation.The New York Times - Lifestyle