Keeping Up With America

Help on Hold: Dallas police take hours to respond after kids on a sidewalk were hit by a car: There are more questions about the Dallas Police Department’s slow response time after two 10-year-old boys waited hours for police officers after they were hit by a car while riding their bicycles on a sidewalk.

Radar screens that serve troubled Newark Liberty International Airport briefly go dark: Radar screens serving Newark Liberty International Airport went black early Friday morning, raising more air traffic safety concerns at the busy New Jersey hub, federal authorities said.

Sean Combs’ lawyer says rapper admits to ‘domestic violence’ in relationship: Sean “Diddy” Combs committed “domestic violence” in his relationship with one of the accusers expected to testify at his sex trafficking trial, the hip-hop mogul’s lead attorney told a federal judge Friday

Newark mayor arrested at ICE detention facility in New Jersey for alleged trespassing: Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, a gubernatorial candidate in New Jersey, was arrested Friday at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility on trespassing charges.

U.S. spy agencies told to gather intelligence on Greenland: U.S. officials have ordered spy agencies to ramp up efforts to gather intelligence on Greenland, according to two sources with knowledge of the matter, in a sign President Donald Trump apparently remains focused on acquiring the island.

Around the World

Trump and Vance would rather stay out of it as India and Pakistan spiral toward war: President Donald Trump has said the U.S. will not get involved, though Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held regular calls with his counterparts in India and Pakistan.

Brother says Pope Leo XIV always “had that calling”: Growing up, Louis Prevost knew there was something special about his brother, Pope Leo XIV.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Bitcoin holds above $100,000 while ether rockets to its best week since 2021

Lyft closes 28% higher after issuing buyback and posting bookings growth

Pandora to Puma: Retailers warn tariffs will push up prices

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Can I collect Social Security and an annuity?: While saving is a crucial part of any retirement plan, the focus shouldn’t be solely on saving enough money to live on after you stop working, especially right now. The emphasis should also be placed on creating a plan that can weather whatever the economy throws your way. After all, today’s high living costs, market volatility and rising healthcare expenses make it crucial to lock in reliable monthly retirement income that won’t disappear when stocks dip or inflation ticks up.

41 States That Don’t Tax Social Security Benefits | Selena Maranjian, Fool. Last month, April, was National Social Security Month. I hope you enjoyed it and attended many Social Security parties. If not, perhaps you at least took a moment to appreciate the security it provides to tens of millions of Americans. For example, it provides 31% of the income for those older than 65. (This year is the program’s 90th anniversary, too.) You may be wondering just how much income Social Security provides, though, and whether that income will be taxed. Read on for some answers.

3 gold investments to consider at today’s price: Gold investing has been in the news frequently in recent years. Whether it was due to a surge in investing popularity, a continuously record-breaking price increase or the hedge against inflation it could provide against decades-high inflation, chances are good that you’ve heard and read about gold investing (and its pros and cons) recently.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Anthony Edwards brushes off injury scare, lifts Wolves in Game 2 | Beniers, Daccord lead Team USA in hockey worlds opener

‘Ted’ Animated Sequel Series Set at Peacock With Mark Wahlberg, Amanda Seyfried, Jessica Barth Returning | ‘Godzilla X Kong’ Sequel Gets ‘Supernova’ Title as It Begins Production for 2027 Release

Bad Bunny pays tribute to Puerto Rico with his Met Gala look after announcing world tour | A$AP Rocky drops a hint about name of third baby with Rihanna

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