Keeping Up With America

Secret Service shoots armed man in confrontation near White House: The Secret Service shot a man near the White House on Sunday shortly after midnight after an “armed confrontation” with law enforcement, according to the agency. The encounter happened near the intersection of 17th and F streets NW.

5 injured after small plane crashes into residential area in Pennsylvania: Five people on board a small plane that crashed into a residential area in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday survived and were taken to hospitals, authorities said.

Andrew Tate, social media influencer who faces trafficking charges, sits cageside for UFC 313: Former kickboxer and controversial internet personality Andrew Tate was cageside for UFC 313 inside T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night, one night after attending Dana White’s Power Slap 12 at Fontainebleau Las Vegas.

After Amy Gleason’s sudden rise to prominence, mystery surrounds the DOGE acting administrator: Amy Gleason, a former emergency room nurse-turned-health care technologist, was scared. It was 2010 and no doctor could figure out what was behind her daughter Morgan’s strange constellation of symptoms, including rashes and muscle weakness so severe that she could no longer walk upstairs.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says ‘there’s going to be no recession in America’: Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Sunday that Americans should “absolutely not” brace for a recession as President Donald Trump said the United States is in a “period of transition” as the administration plans to implement far-reaching reciprocal tariffs on goods from foreign countries.

Around the World

Mark Carney, ex-central banker, to become Canada’s next prime minister: Former central banker Mark Carney will become Canada’s next prime minister after the governing Liberal Party elected him its leader Sunday as the country deals with U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threat, and a federal election looms.

Flight cancellations at Germany’s Hamburg Airport affect more than 40,000 passengers after strike: Flight cancellations at Hamburg Airport after a surprise strike by workers affected more than 40,000 passengers on Sunday, a day before a planned wider protest across Germany amid new contract negotiations.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Dollar starts week softer as tariffs weigh, yen rises

Bitcoin falls over 5% as volatility continues after Trump’s bitcoin reserve plan

RFK Jr. could further deter childhood vaccinations as rates fall in the U.S.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Getting a Tax Refund? 3 Exciting Stocks to Buy With Your Refund Check.: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has already processed more than 29.6 million tax refunds this year, up 2.3% from last year. The average taxpayer is getting $3,453 apiece, a 7.5% increase from last year. If you’re one of those getting a refund this year, you might be wondering what to do with your windfall.

If I Could Tell All Retirees 1 Thing About Social Security, I’d Say to Do This Before You Claim Benefits. | Adam Levy, Fool. This simple step could make your Social Security claiming decision so much easier. Social Security is at the center of most seniors’ retirement plans. In the most recent edition of an annual Gallup poll, 60% of retirees said Social Security is a major source of income; another 28% said it plays at least a small role in their budget. And the trend shows that it’s become more and more important to seniors in recent years.

These Are the 3 Best Credit Cards for Retirees Who Love to Travel: Retirement is the perfect time to explore new destinations, enjoy longer vacations, and take advantage of flexible travel schedules. But if you’re not using the right credit card, you could be missing out on big travel perks and savings. The right travel credit card can help retirees earn free flights, get perks like airport lounge access, and avoid foreign transaction fees — all while making everyday spending more rewarding. Here are three of the best credit cards for retirees who love to travel.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Down to seven healthy players, Mavericks fall to Suns | Ovechkin scores 886th goal, nine shy of breaking NHL record

Jenna Ortega Says Working with Lady Gaga on ‘Wednesday’ Season 2 Has Been ‘The Best’: ‘Definitely One of the Most Talented Individuals I’ve Ever Worked With’ | ‘Mickey 17’ Leads Box Office With $19 Million But $118 Million Budget Spells Trouble

‘American Idol’ premiere: Carrie Underwood cries, a Backstreet Boy duets with his son | ‘SNL’ cold open: Mike Myers channels Dr. Evil while reprising Elon Musk role

Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

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