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The average Social Security payment in every U.S. state

The amount you receive from Social Security when you retire depends on your age, work and earnings history. Here's how much beneficiaries receive in each state.

CNBC - 1d

Map shows U.S. travel advisories by country

Questions have surfaced around the safety of traveling to the Dominican Republic and other Caribbean tourist destinations, including Turks and Caicos Islands.

CBS News - 1d

Several civilians reportedly killed in Syrian clashes, U.S. and Russia call for U.N. meeting

U.S. and Russian diplomats have called for the United Nations Security Council to meet Monday amid escalating violence in Syria. Clashes between Syrian forces and loyalists of ousted President ...

CBS News - Mar. 10

U.S. and Ukraine discuss ending war as Kyiv launches its largest drone attack on Russia

As U.S. and Ukrainian officials begin peace talks in Saudi Arabia, Kyiv carried out its largest drone attack on Russia since the war began. Russian officials claim they shot down hundreds of ...

CBS News - Mar. 11

1 crew member missing after Portuguese-flagged ship slams U.S. tanker in North Sea

A Portugese-flagged cargo ship slammed into a U.S. tanker that is still burning in the North Sea. Britain's coast guard says 36 crew members were rescued and brought to shore after the crash, but ...

CBS News - Mar. 11

Wednesday Briefing

U.S. aid to Ukraine is back on.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

How the IRS can crack down on ghost tax return preparers

Indeed, thousands of tax return preparers systematically subvert the tax return filing process, rob the Treasury of revenue and undermine taxpayers’ faith in the system.

The Hill - Mar. 8

Law firm sues Trump administration after executive order targeting its attorneys

Perkins Coie has filed suit against the Trump administration over an executive order that targeted the firm for its work representing Clinton's 2016 campaign.

ABC News - Mar. 11

ICE Returns All Migrants From Guantánamo to Stateside Facilities

A court filing described strip searches and the use of restraint chairs on some of the 290 migrants the Trump administration has cycled through the base.

The New York Times - 6d

Trump sued by 20 states to halt the 'dismantling' of Education Department

Democratic state attorneys general filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump over his administration's termination of Education Department staffers.

CNBC - 6d

'Not a positive sign': Top Tesla officials sell shares in recent weeks

As Tesla stock has fallen in recent weeks, members of the board and an executive at Elon Musk's company have sold off millions of dollars in stock, according to filings.

ABC News - 1d

'Many' alleged gang members deported by Trump didn't have criminal records in US: ICE

Many of the noncitizens deported pursuant to the Alien Enemies Act did not have criminal records, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement official said in a sworn filing.

ABC News - 1d

Trump releases thousands of pages on John F Kennedy assassination

Experts doubt new trove of information will change underlying facts in case of 35th president’s death. The Trump administration on Tuesday released thousands of pages of files concerning the ...

The Guardian - 19h

Marcus Jordan Admits to Substance Abuse Problems and Requests Treatment Following DUI Arrest

The son of NBA legend Michael Jordan says he “needs help” overcoming substance abuse in a new court filing obtained by PEOPLE

Yahoo Sports - 55m

Jonathan Powell: the veteran negotiator being lauded over US-Ukraine detente

Insiders say UK national security adviser avoids limelight, but it found the ‘calm operator’ this week. In the topsy-turvy world in which Keir Starmer and his aides operate, the US putting the ...

The Guardian - 5d

The US Army Is Using ‘CamoGPT’ to Purge DEI From Training Materials

Developed to boost productivity and operational readiness, the AI is now being used to “review” diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility policies to align them with President Trump’s orders.

Wired - Mar. 6

France’s Ex-Intelligence Chief Convicted in Influence Peddling Trial Involving LVMH

Bernard Squarcini was found guilty of organizing a bizarre illegal surveillance operation on a gadfly journalist at the request of the luxury company, among other offenses.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

3 Bulgarians Found Guilty of Spying for Russia in UK and Europe

The group of Bulgarians, who were living in the U.K., were convicted by a London jury of conducting surveillance operations across Europe on behalf of the Russian state.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

A Resilient Team Culture Starts With Leadership

A truly thriving business isn’t just about hitting targets or streamlining operations. It’s also about cultivating a resilient, values-driven culture.

Inc. - Mar. 9

Ramadan in the West Bank: Displacement and Despair

An Israeli military operation has uprooted tens of thousands of Palestinians who can’t break their fast in their own homes and don’t know when, or if, they will ever return.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

This cinema stock is a ‘safe bet in a volatile market’ — and it’s not AMC or Cinemark

High-end movie-theater operator IMAX Corp. is well-positioned to shine in a tough macroeconomic environment, according to analyst firm Benchmark.

MarketWatch - Mar. 11

iRobot’s Future in Doubt as Board Explores Options, Including a Potential Sale

A year after Amazon abandoned its plan to purchase iRobot for $1.4 billion, the Roomba-maker warns it may not be able to continue to operate.

Inc. - Mar. 12

The ‘secret’ agents of super-prime property

In the rarefied world of the most expensive homes, where discretion is everything and sales can be a magnet to opportunists, a clutch of under-the-radar agents is oh-so-quietly operating

Financial Times - 5d

Inside PGA Tour's Video Review Room: Resolving rules issues at The Players Championship

When rules issues pop up at The Players Championship, the PGA Tour's Video Review Room springs into action. Here's how it operates.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Major search continues after deadly migrant boat sinking off Cyprus coast

A major rescue operation is continuing off Cyprus’ southern coast following a migrant boat sinking a day earlier that left at least seven dead

ABC News - 1d

3 people arrested after Georgia daycare allegedly gave kids Benadryl for nap time

A daycare center at a Georgia church allegedly gave Benadryl to toddlers to make them sleepy for nap time, leading to three arrests and an order to cease operations.

NBC News - 1d

Ron DeSantis' team is urging Florida lobbyists not to back Rep. Byron Donalds for governor

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ political operation is making calls to state lobbyists, urging them not to support Rep. Byron Donalds for governor.

NBC News - 19h

EU lays out how Apple must open its tech up to competitors under bloc's digital rules

The European Union on Wednesday outlined that steps that Apple must take to open up its iPhone and iPad operating systems to work better with competing technologies

ABC News - 6h

U.S. payroll growth totals 151,000 in February, less than expected

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase 170,000 in February, according to the Dow Jones consensus forecast.

CNBC - Mar. 7

Son of ruthless cartel leader gets life in U.S. prison for trafficking drugs

Rubén Oseguera, known as "El Menchito", is the son of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, the fugitive cartel boss of the Jalisco New Generation cartel.

CBS News - Mar. 7

Russian Strikes Kill 20 in Ukraine After U.S. Cuts Support for Kyiv

The bombardment came after Washington’s decision to suspend intelligence sharing and hit a region critical for Ukrainian logistics and support.

The New York Times - Mar. 8

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejects talks with the U.S.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said talks between the two countries would be aimed at imposing restrictions on Iranian missile range and its influence in the region.

CBS News - Mar. 8

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford moving ahead with tariffs on the U.S.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford will start tariffs directed at the United States on Monday, unless President Trump's threat of a trade war with Canada comes to an end.

CBS News - Mar. 8

Fentanyl exposure among U.S. children spiked over the past decade: Study

The majority of fentanyl exposure cases among teens was characterized as intentional misuse or abuse, according to the study published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse.

CBS News - Mar. 8

RFK Jr. could further deter childhood vaccinations as rates fall in the U.S.

Some health policy experts say Kennedy's early moves as HHS Secretary are concerning and suggest that he could undermine immunizations in less direct ways.

CNBC - Mar. 9

U.S. orders non-emergency personnel to leave South Sudan amid violence

The travel advisory level for South Sudan remains at Level 4, which means Americans should not travel to the African country.

CBS News - Mar. 9

Plan to Return Russian Diplomats to U.S. Poses Espionage Risk

The Trump administration is negotiating the return of more Russian diplomats to the United States. Some are likely to be spies.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

Africa Received Billions in U.S. Aid. Here’s What It Will Lose.

The United States spent decades responding to conflicts and disease in Africa. The continent is now expected to be the hardest hit by the Trump administration’s aid cuts.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

United headline 4-team EPL summer series in U.S.

The Premier League will again stage a four-team Summer Series across three cities in the United States from July 26 to Aug. 3, featuring AFC Bournemouth, Everton, Manchester United and West Ham.

ESPN - Mar. 10

Zelensky to Meet With Saudi Crown Prince Before U.S.-Ukraine Talks

The Ukrainian president is trying to secure a favorable deal to end his country’s war with Russia. Saudi Arabia has emerged as a host to talks that the Trump administration is pursuing with Moscow ...

The New York Times - Mar. 10

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