Keeping Up With America
Trump invites House Republicans to Mar-a-Lago ahead of inauguration: President-elect Donald Trump has invited multiple groups of House Republicans to join him at Mar-a-Lago next weekend, three sources involved in the planning told NBC News. Trump’s team worked with Speaker Mike Johnson’s leadership team to finalize which members would be invited, the sources said.
New Orleans attacker recorded visits to city weeks earlier, wore Meta smart glasses during attack: The attacker wore the glasses to record video as he rode a bicycle through the French Quarter during a trip before the Bourbon Street attack, the FBI said. The glasses weren’t recording during the actual incident.
Amit Yoran, chair and CEO of cybersecurity firm Tenable, dies unexpectedly after cancer battle: Amit Yoran, who ushered cybersecurity company Tenable into the public market as chief executive, died on Friday. He was 54. Yoran’s passing was confirmed by Tenable in a Saturday press release. While the company said his death was unexpected, Yoran went on medical leave early last month as he battled cancer.
Amazon Prime Video picks up Melania Trump documentary set for release this year: Amazon Prime Video has licensed an upcoming documentary about incoming first lady Melania Trump that is set to be released later this year, an Amazon MGM Studios spokesperson confirmed to NBC News.
3 arrested in connection with good Samaritan’s killing in Arizona: Three people were arrested this week in connection with the death of a good Samaritan in Arizona last month, officials said. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department identified two of the three people arrested Monday as Jack Upchurch, 40, and Elmer Smith, 19. The third person is 16 years old. NBC News does not typically identify minors accused of crimes.
Around the World
Ukraine launches new offensive in Russia’s Kursk region: The assault, which Moscow’s Defense Ministry confirmed Sunday, appeared to be an effort to seize new territory after months under pressure ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Austrian chancellor quits as bid to form coalition without far right falls apart: The surprise collapse of talks to cobble together a centrist coalition that could be a bulwark against the far-right Freedom Party leaves President Alexander Van der Bellen with few options.
Lets Talk Business and Tech
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Richer, Wiser, Happier
How to maximize your 401(k) plan in 2025 with higher limits, bigger catch-up contributions: If you’re eager to save more for retirement, you could be overlooking ways to maximize your 401(k) plan, including key changes for 2025. Some 40% of Americans are behind on retirement planning and savings, according to a CNBC poll conducted by SurveyMonkey, which polled 6,657 U.S. adults in August. But before making 401(k) plan changes, experts say you should always review your financial situation, including your income, immediate spending needs and goals.
Thinking About Buying a Rental Property in 2025? Consider Doing This Instead. | Matt DiLallo, Fool. Many people dream of owning a portfolio of rental properties that can produce enough passive income to cover their living expenses. That could enable them to retire early or spend less time working, giving them more freedom.
Social Security Not Enough to Make Ends Meet in 2025? 4 Other Retirement Income Sources to Consider: We’re just days away from the first Social Security checks of 2025. The average retiree will get $49 more compared to last month, bringing the average benefit to $1,976 per monthly check. Some people may see even larger increases, and the wealthiest beneficiaries will take home a whopping $5,108 per month.
Bo Nix, Broncos clinch first playoff berth since 2015 | Thunder extend winning streak to 15 with dominant victory over Celtics as showdown with Cavaliers looms
Skip Bayless and Fox Sports Sued by Hairdresser for Sexual Harassment | ‘The Brutalist’ Actor Joe Alwyn Says His Role Was Inspired By Donald Trump: ‘He’s Unanswerable, Unfortunately’
Elton John jokes about health issues at Golden Globes: ‘Not as bad as it seems’ | Nikki Glaser slams Diddy in crude Golden Globes opening monologue joke
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