Speaking under oath before members of Congress on Thursday, Jeffrey Epstein’s personal lawyer attempted to explain some of the now-dead financier’s large cash withdrawals.In his prepared remarks, Darren Indyke told…
The joint U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran — which began on Feb. 28 and resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei — have ignited a conflict that…
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com.“Tell me about yourself.” Be honest — did you feel a little anxious just reading that? You’re not alone. There’s a reason this question (though really more of a statement!)…
Russia is using fiber-optic cables to control some of its larger, fixed-wing strike drones, making them effectively immune to the electronic warfare interference that dominates the battlefield, a top Ukrainian drone expert confirmed. Loading audio narration… Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov, an…
One of the most thrilling videos I’ve seen in 2026 is the footage shot on a pair of Meta Ray-Ban glasses by a shirtless man who ran onto the field during the Super Bowl. You watch as he yelps with…
Key takeaways Home equity loan and HELOC closing costs and fees vary, depending on the lender, and can range from 1%-5% of the total loan amount. HELOCs have fewer closing costs than HELoans, but often carry ongoing fees for account maintenance, inactivity or rate lock-ins. Ways to reduce home equity…
The Iran war is making travel more expensive.Some airlines have announced that they will raise ticket prices due to geopolitical instability.In particular, jet fuel costs have risen due to the war. Oil prices have faced considerable volatility, with tankers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.Brent crude surged past $100 per…
Financial apps have never been smarter. They track your spending, predict your habits, and automatically flag unusual charges. They have also never been more complicated to set up, sync, and…
For the last two decades, investors favored “bits” businesses — software, apps, and online platforms. The logic was simple: software scales cheaply, distributes instantly, and can generate huge margins once…
When I went to meet the department chair as a freshly hired adjunct last April, the front-desk staff said, “A student is here to see you.” Loading audio narration… I froze and wondered whether I should correct him. I’ve always…
It’s late. You’re staring at your screen, exhausted from tracking down every last W-2 and 1099, and you’re finally ready to hit “File.” But before your tax software lets you finish your tax return, a warning flashes across the screen.…
Chief Justice John Roberts said AI will put pressure on everyone, from prospective law students to judges. Loading audio narration… The legal profession will change as a result, Roberts said. His advice is that future lawyers will need to be…
Sometimes, living in New York City means spending $2,200 a month for a one-bedroom apartment without an oven.I’ve lived in six different apartments since moving to NYC in 2019. All but my current place have had ovens, but I’m always…
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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Andrew Fletcher, 27, a Canadian banker-turned-chicken farmer based in the Philippines. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration… I came from working in a corporate office in…
Mothering is a continual history, one that is constantly being written as the work of affirming and sustaining life continues.I have been a mother for…
The way millions of Amazon packages move across the country could shift dramatically.Amazon said on Wednesday in a statement that a key partnership with the…
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Café L’Europe, one of the oldest buildings in St. Armands Circle, in Sarasota, Florida, has been flooded four times in the past 18 months. “That last one from Helene completely wiped out the restaurant. Every piece of equipment is ruined……
Lowe’s plans to provide millions in financial support to small businesses in North Carolina that were hit hard by Hurricane Helene, helping them recover during…
The Prince George’s County council in the state of Maryland recently voted 10-0 in favor of enacting a measure limiting how densely convenience stores can…
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Sarah Michelle Gellar, 48, says a small but practical detail at home has helped her avoid common couple conflicts. Loading audio narration… In a People interview published on Wednesday, the actor said that having “one bedroom, two bathrooms” has been…
Labubu’s toothy grin will soon be magnified for all to see on the big screens. Loading audio narration… Chinese toymaker Pop Mart, the company behind…
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Ariel Skelley / Getty Images Key takeaways Interest rates on federal student loans are set on July 1 each year for loans disbursed from July 1 to June 30 of the following year. Borrowers with existing federal student loans will…
Key takeaways Your credit card APR can go up if the prime rate changes, you paid your credit card bill late, your intro APR offer ended or your credit score dropped. If your APR increases, you can work on paying…
A senior leader at the quant division of $46 billion hedge fund Point72 Asset Management is leaving the firm, according to people familiar with the matter. Loading audio narration… Issam Bazzi, a senior quant who helped lead the buildout of…
Popular ticket-selling platform SeatGeek is facing backlash after a job posting offering up to $175,000, along with perks like $25,000 in “gender-affirming care” benefits, sparked outrage online and renewed criticism over the company’s pricing. The company is seeking an analytics…
If you think your healthcare costs are locked in once you hit 65, you’re living in a fantasy world. A recent report highlighted by MarketWatch warns that standard Part B premiums could nearly double over the next decade. Based on…
Key takeaways The ongoing impact of inflation in recent years has left many Americans tightening their wallets. One surprising solution for combating the negative impacts of high prices may be opening a new credit card that allows you to offset…
Ukraine is offering to use its untapped industrial capacity to support countries facing new threats. It says it could supply partners with 1,000 interceptor drones a day to counter Shahed attacks, potentially even more if it can secure additional investments…
Since opening its doors late last year, JPMorgan Chase has hosted its share of big names at its new 270 Park Avenue skyscraper, and Wednesday was no exception. Loading audio narration… The firm invited sports superstars, including NBA Hall of…
Ford is recalling more than 840,000 Ford Bronco and Edge vehicles, according to a notice posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall for the two Ford models is due to a fault in the cars’ accessory protocol…
Image by PM Images/Getty Images; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Mortgage rates moved up once again this week, with the 30-year fixed rate averaging 6.27%, up from 6.19% last week, according to Bankrate’s latest lender survey. Current mortgage rates Loan type…
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Fed Chair Jerome Powell isn’t saying his farewells yet. Loading audio narration… The Federal Reserve opted to hold rates steady at its second meeting of 2026, and the central bank…
The head of the US Postal Service is warning lawmakers that the agency would run out of cash within the next year unless Congress steps in. Loading audio narration… On…
A first‑class stamp could soon cost nearly $1, as the U.S. Postal Service warns it may run out of money by 2027 and looks to raise prices to stay afloat.…
US travelers are so sick of delays at major airports that they’re turning to an app that isn’t fully functional for insight on how long they’ll be stuck in line.…
Walking into a major technology company’s office, someone might expect to see rows of software developers and engineers hunched over their keyboards, going bleary-eyed from staring at line after line…
Costco is set to open its first standalone gas station by the end of June as the company continues to prioritize fuel. Mission Viejo, California, about 49 miles from Los Angeles, will be the home of the wholesaler’s first gas station location, according to…
