Keeping Up With America
Trump picks billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead NASA: Isaacman has flown to space twice on commercial SpaceX missions but has not worked in the federal government.
Mitt Romney warns of those who “tear at our unity” in Senate farewell speech: Sen. Mitt Romney, a Utah Republican who is nearing the end of his Senate term, warned in his farewell address on Wednesday of those who “tear at our unity,” urging America to uphold the nation’s values as he capped more than two decades in public service.
Invisible and unaccounted for: Why some migrant deaths on the border aren’t recorded: A study examined discrepancies between the numbers of migrant deaths reported by county and federal agencies, neither of which reflect remains that haven’t been recovered.
Who was Brian Thompson, slain CEO of UnitedHealthcare?: For 20 years Brian Thompson, the healthcare executive killed in a Manhattan shooting on Wednesday, climbed to the top of UnitedHealthcare.
Zepbound sheds more weight than Wegovy in trial, Eli Lilly says: People who took Zepbound, Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug, shed more pounds than those on Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy in a head-to-head clinical trial, Lilly said in a news release Wednesday.
Around the World
Up to 100 ‘suspicious incidents’ in Europe can be attributed to Russia, Czech minister says: A senior European diplomat said that up to 100 “suspicious incidents” in Europe this year could be attributed to Russia, as western officials grapple with how to respond to suspected Russian sabotage attempts.
U.S. accuses China of illegal, “dangerous maneuvers” as Philippine vessels blasted with water cannons: Chinese coast guard vessels backed by navy ships fired powerful water cannons and blocked and sideswiped a Philippine patrol vessel on Wednesday in renewed aggression at a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, Philippine officials said.
Lets Talk Business and Tech
Spotify adds AI to Wrapped – letting you make your own podcast
5 Growth Hacks to Increase Your Revenue by 90% in 12 to 24 Months
ChatGPT is refusing to say five things – and OpenAI won’t explain why
Richer, Wiser, Happier
3 credit card debt relief strategies to consider for 2025: As Americans grapple with unprecedented credit card debt levels heading into 2025, finding effective relief strategies has become more crucial than ever. Recent Federal Reserve data shows credit card balances surpassed $1.17 trillion in the third quarter of 2024, up from $1.14 trillion the prior quarter, with the average household now carrying nearly $8,000 in credit card debt. This financial burden has been exacerbated by card interest rates climbing to historic highs, with the average credit card APR now exceeding 23%.
The Stock Market Is Around All-Time Highs: Is It Time to Sell?: The stock market performed exceptionally well in both 2023 and 2024 and is close to an all-time high. In fact, both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 benchmark indices reached fresh all-time highs on the day this article was written. Because of this, it may seem like the stock market is expensive, and that it isn’t a great time to invest.
Are mortgage points tax deductible? Sometimes — here are the rules: Mortgage points have become a hot topic in recent years as mortgage rates steadily rise. Able to reduce your interest rate and, thereby, your monthly payment, they’ve been a popular choice for cash-strapped consumers buying on a budget. In fact, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, over 60% of home buyers used mortgage points in September 2023, nearly double the share seen just two years prior.
Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans
Safety Micah Hyde re-signs with Bills, starts on practice squad | Poker pro Cory Zeidman pleads guilty to bettor fraud scheme
Keke Palmer and SZA’s Comedy ‘One of Them Days’ Moves Up Release to MLK Weekend | ‘Wednesday’ Season 2 Wraps Production and Debuts New Look at Jenna Ortega’s Signature Frown
Sean Penn blasts Oscars for ‘cowardice,’ limiting expression in film festival comments | Nicole Kidman Says ‘Babygirl’ Viewers Called the Movie ‘The Most Disturbing Film They’ve Ever Seen’
Life Hacks to Hack Your Life
7 Holiday Plants That Are Toxic to Pets
Warren Buffett Is Sitting on $278 Billion in Cash—Should You Be Worried?
The Fastest Way to Debloat After a Big Meal, According to Dietitians
How to Use Fabric Gift Wrap (and Why You Should)
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