Yellen Issues Debt Limit Warning to Congress

Russia warns of severe environmental damage from Black Sea oil spill

Two tankers were hit by storm in Kerch strait on 15 December, causing one to sink and another to run aground. Russia has warned of severe environmental damage from a huge oil spill in the Black Sea ...

The Guardian - 9h

Treasury secretary warns Congress as US nears its debt limit

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Congress on Friday that the U.S. will hit its debt limit unless the government takes "extraordinary measures" to avoid default. The notification likely means ...

NBC News - 9h

Janet Yellen says Treasury will need to take 'extraordinary measures' to avoid default next month

The notification to Congress is the clearest sign yet that the fight to avoid default will likely take place in the early months of the new Trump administration.

NBC News - 22h

Musk pressure ‘nothing new’ for Congress, GOP senator says

Politico - 5d

Congress on edge over rampant "swatting" incidents

A new Congress is set to be sworn into office next week, ending a tumultuous campaign year. For those who hoped the end of the election would break the fever of politically violent threats and ...

CBS News - 22h

Yellen says extraordinary measures to avoid default will begin as soon as Jan. 14

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen suggested in a letter to Congress on Friday that the department doesn't think the U.S. will need to take "extraordinary measures" on Jan. 2 to avoid defaulting on ...

The Hill - 23h

Janet Yellen tells Congress that U.S. could hit debt limit in mid-January

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said her agency will need to start taking "extraordinary measures" or special accounting maneuvers intended to prevent the nation from hitting the debt ceiling by ...

CBS News - 1d

What happens if you don't pay credit card debt that's in collections?

There could be repercussions for not paying credit card debt that's gone into collections. Here's what they are.

CBS News - 1d

Yellow weather warning issued for Hogmanay

Forecasters warned a deluge of rain could bring "significant disruption" to the end of the year.

BBC News - 1d

Hogmanay plans at risk as severe weather warning issued for Scotland

Preparations for new year’s street parties under way as Met Office warns of ‘significant disruption’ due to heavy rain on 30 and 31 December. A severe weather warning is threatening to put a ...

The Guardian - 1d

Mass deportation won't solve illegal immigration issue

Mass deportation will not address the underlying causes of the illegal immigration crisis. A rational guest worker policy will.

The Hill - 1d

Candice Miller Contends With a Tangle of Debt After Her Husband’s Death

On Instagram, Candice Miller showed the world glittering parties and vacations. When her husband, Brandon Miller, died, he had $33.6 million in debt and just $8,000 in the bank.

The New York Times - 1d

Roy, Cruz named most active X posters in Congress: Report

Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) were named the most active posters on the social platform X this year among all lawmakers in Congress, according to a recent report. The Dec. 17 ...

The Hill - 1d

Russia warns against 'hypotheses' after Azerbaijan Airlines crash

The Russia-bound passenger plane went down in Kazakhstan with the loss of 38 lives.

BBC News - 2d

What qualifies as a financial hardship for credit card debt forgiveness?

Certain types of financial hardships can make it easier to have your debt forgiven. Here's what they are.

CBS News - 2d

Kremlin warns against speculation that Russia shot down Azerbaijan Airlines flight

The Kremlin on Thursday warned against speculating about what may have caused an Azerbaijan Airlines flight to crash, killing 38 of the 67 people on board, after an aviation expert said evidence ...

NBC News - 2d

Slot warns against underestimating PL rivals

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has said his team cannot afford to underestimate anyone despite their growing lead at the top of the Premier League table.

ESPN - 2d

Fishermen warn industry at risk of being 'crushed'

The Scottish Fishermen's Federation said EU deals and offshore wind expansion could put hundreds of jobs at risk.

BBC News - 2d

Famine Warning for Northern Gaza Draws U.S. Rebuke and Raises Questions

The dispute highlights the difficulties with data collection in Gaza that have hampered humanitarian efforts since the war began.

The New York Times - 3d

Experts warn of mental health risks after rise in magic mushroom use

Reports that psilocybin can help some mental health conditions has led to increase in recreational use, which carries risks. Magic mushrooms are rapidly growing in popularity, sparking a ...

The Guardian - 3d

Missing congresswoman's case shows Congress needs new rules on attendance

Congresswoman Kay Granger, who had been absent from her office for six months due to health issues, was not held accountable by her colleagues, highlighting the lack of mechanisms to hold members ...

The Hill - 3d

Hunt warns Reeves against ‘declinism’ on UK’s prospects

Former Tory chancellor says Britain is strong in key growth sectors and should stop talking itself down

Financial Times - 3d

NHL Insider Sends Harsh Warning To Matt Rempe

An NHL insider believes that Matt Rempe's NHL career will be in jeopardy if he doesn't lear from his mistakes.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

What rights do I have if my credit card debt is in collections?

By knowing these rights, you may be able to avoid some of the common pitfalls associated with debt collection.

CBS News - 4d

American Airlines resumes flights after technical issue

Flights were suspended for around an hour due to an issue that impacted the systems needed to release its planes.

BBC News - 4d

Trump’s FCC nominee sends Disney warning letter over ABC

President-elect Trump’s pick to chair the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) sent Disney CEO Bob Iger a letter warning that he would be "monitoring" ABC's negotiations with local stations to ...

The Hill - 4d