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Why Trump really could push the U.S. to default on its debt
If Trump is elected president in November, he will face the U.S. government’s growing debt burden. He might try to resolve the issue by defaulting.MarketWatch - Business - Donald Trump -
WEF president: 'We haven't seen this kind of debt since the Napoleonic Wars'
Borge Brende, president of the World Economic Forum, gave a stark outlook for the global economy.CNBC - Business -
This Whole King Trump Thing Is Getting Awfully Literal
The former president’s claim that he has absolute immunity for criminal acts taken in office as president is an insult to reason.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
'No Judgment' and 'All Things Are Too Small': Attitude and Argument
The essays of Lauren Oyler and Becca Rothfeld call to mind a former age, when the work of the literary critic ranged widely.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Stocks Fall After GDP, Inflation Data
Stocks and government bonds fell sharply after fresh data showed the U.S. economy slowed in the first quarter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Fall
U.S. natural gas futures lost ground but settled off the day’s lows.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Monday Briefing: Plans for Gaza’s Future
Plus, European countries crack down on China’s influence.The New York Times - World -
Robert Kraft Withdraws Support From Columbia Over Protests
The New England Patriots owner said this week that he was “no longer comfortable supporting” Columbia University, his alma mater, which has been disrupted by protests.The New York Times - Business -
Justice Jackson suggests Trump claims risk turning Oval Office into 'seat of criminality'
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson seemed to reject arguments from former President Trump’s attorneys Thursday that the justices must distinguish between personal and official acts to determine whether a president could be prosecuted, ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Troubling S&P 500 chart suggests that stock investors have a rough road ahead
Oversold rally earlier this week doesn’t erase the U.S. market’s negative picture.MarketWatch - Business -
Five affordable hearing-aid brands we love
Save money on a new hearing aid with the top budget-friendly hearing aids of 2024.CBS News - Top stories -
Five-star G Fland following Calipari to Arkansas
Boogie Fland, the No. 2-ranked point guard in the 2024 class and No. 15 overall in the ESPN 100, decommitted from Kentucky earlier this month.ESPN - Sports -
Two charged in connection with deaths of five people in Channel
Pair from Sudan and South Sudan charged with immigration offences in UK. Two people have been charged with immigration offences in connection with the investigation into the deaths of five people, including a child, who were trying to cross the ...The Guardian - World -
The five best TVs for watching the NBA Playoffs
If you're looking to upgrade your TV to watch the NBA Playoffs, here are five of our top recommendations for watching live sports and other action.CBS News - Top stories - NBA -
Five for Fighting: A Lone Voice Sings for Israel
John Ondrasik won’t let his industry forget those slaughtered at the Nova music festival on Oct. 7.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
BBC returns to beach where five migrants died - and many more will attempt crossing
Andrew Harding saw migrants board an overcrowded boat in Wimereux, northern France, on Tuesday.BBC News - Top stories -
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Sink on Storage Concerns
U.S. natural gas futures posted their sharpest one-day decline since mid-January, with May hitting a new contract low amid prospects of an increase in already hefty excess storage.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Lose Ground on Storage Surplus
U.S. natural gas futures added to the previous day’s losses as a weekly inventory report showed a larger-than-expected build in natural gas storage.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Connecticut AI Bill Faces Uncertain Future
The wide-ranging proposed legislation seeks to rein in bias in AI model and protect people from deepfakes, but critics worry it could curb small business growth.Inc. - Business -
Copper Futures Hit Two-Year High
Copper futures reached a fresh high, gaining from sanctions on Russian metals, tight market fundamentals and increasing structural demand.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Suns are on the brink of elimination — and the future in Phoenix looks even bleaker
Down 3-0 in the first round, Phoenix is all but guaranteed an early exit in the big three's first season together. Where do the Suns go from here?Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Why the Fed keeping rates higher for longer may not be such a bad thing
With the economy humming along and the stock market, despite some recent twists and turns, hanging in there pretty well, it’s a tough case to sell that higher interest rates are having a substantially negative impact on the economy.NBC News - Top stories - Federal Reserve -
Biden’s New Power Plant Rules: 5 Things to Know
The administration issued a major climate regulation aimed at virtually eliminating carbon emissions from coal, the dirtiest of the fossil fuels and a driver of global warming.The New York Times - World - Joe Biden -
Biden’s New Power Plant Rules: 5 Things to Know
The Biden administration released a major climate regulation aimed at virtually eliminating carbon emissions from coal, the dirtiest of the fossil fuels and a driver of global warming.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
3 things to do if interest rate cuts are delayed, according to experts
Delayed rate cuts translate to continued favorable yields on deposit accounts and Treasury bills.CBS News - Top stories -
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Thursday
Wall Street is looking lower, especially the Nasdaq on Meta Platforms' earnings-driven 15% slide and higher inflation data.CNBC - Business -
15 Things You Need To Know Before Playing Stellar Blade
Stellar Blade is all about exhilarating sci-fi action starring a tough heroine, Eve, who's tasked with helping reclaim Earth. With humanity on the verge of total collapse, and countless monsters known as Naytiba, it's up to you to aid Eve on her ...GameSpot - Tech -
Premier League: 10 things to look out for in this weekend’s football
Liverpool await a dead-ball salvo, Luton have to keep their chins up and things could get spicy at City Ground. David Moyes will surely have taken note of Liverpool’s struggle to defend set pieces against Everton. Jürgen Klopp, who must be ...The Guardian - World -
Biden’s New Power Plant Rules: 5 Things to Know
The administration issued a major climate regulation aimed at virtually eliminating carbon emissions from coal, the dirtiest of the fossil fuels and a driver of global warming.The New York Times - Science - Joe Biden -
With Biden's rewrite of Title IX, women's equality is a thing of the past
It is not easy to roll back women’s rights, due process for all, and the color-blind application of justice at the same time. But Biden’s Title IX has managed.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
Wall Street holds onto gains as rising bond yields take a breather Friday.CNBC - Business -
Stellar Blade - 13 Things I Wish I Knew
tellar Blade can be tricky, but these 13 tips should give you the edge you need to take on some of the games' toughest enemies.GameSpot - Tech -
Sand Land: 8 Thing To Know Before You Play
A Sand Land beginner’s guide might seem superflouous for Bandai Namco’s light and breezy action-RPG, but while the challenge level might be moderate, there’s still a lot to manage at any given time. Everything from upgrade parts, floods of items ...GameSpot - Tech -
Match Group CEO on romance scams: "Things happen in life"
The CEO of the nation's largest online dating company responded to questions stemming from a yearlong CBS News investigation into the growing threat of romance scammers.CBS News - Top stories -
Your $1 bill could be worth thousands — if it has these 3 things
Before spending those $1 bills in your wallet, you might want to check if they're worth more than just a dollar.The Hill - Politics -
Anne Heche's 'insolvent' estate cannot settle debts, actor's son claims in legal docs
Homer Laffoon, Anne Heche's son and the executor of her estate, said in legal documents that his mother's estate is 'not in a condition to be closed.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Anne Heche’s son says her estate cannot pay its debt of over $6 million
Anne Heche’s son said her estate is unable to pay its debts following her 2022 death after the fiery crash of her car into a Los Angeles home.NBC News - Top stories -
As Meta’s stock slides, investors are flocking to its bonds and other Magnificent Seven debt
As Meta Platform Inc.’s stock suffers a bruising 13% rout on Thursday, investors are flocking to its bonds, which are seeing the most net buying of any of the so-called Magnificent Seven companies.MarketWatch - Business -
Here's how much credit card debt the average American has (and how to pay it off)
The average American is currently facing a hefty amount of credit card debt — but there are several ways to tackle it.CBS News - Top stories -
Anne Heche's 'insolvent' estate cannot settle debts, actor's son claims in legal docs
Homer Laffoon, Anne Heche's son and the executor of her estate, said in legal documents that his mother's estate is 'not in a condition to be closed.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment