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Western training manuals update too slowly to properly prepare Ukrainian troops for a fast-changing battlefield, commander says
Western militaries training Ukrainian troops for war with Russia can’t rely on the usual cycle of periodically updated manuals because battlefield lessons are changing too quickly, a NATO commander told Business Insider. Norway is leading multinational training for Ukrainian troops at Camp…
We thought we’d be empty nesters at 50. Instead, 3 of our adult kids are living at home, and one’s moving back in soon.
The past 10 months have brought several milestones for our family. My wife, Barb, and I both turned 50. Our oldest daughter finished her graduate coursework and started fieldwork, and our youngest son graduated from high school this spring. For the first time, all four of our kids, ages 18 to 23…
Ranking 10 of the Best New Vehicles I’ve Driven in 2026
I’ve tested dozens of brand-new cars in 2026 for USA TODAY Cars to help consumers make informed leasing and purchasing decisions. There were some models I’d consider buying and some models I couldn’t wait to return. I test vehicles for a period of five to seven days and use them for a number of…
How to Use IRS Form 843: Refund Claims and Tax Abatements
Dealing with IRS penalties and incorrect tax assessments can be frustrating. This is especially true when you believe the charges are unfair or that they resulted from circumstances beyond your control. In these scenarios, Form 843 is the IRS mechanism for requesting relief from penalties, interest…
Successor Beneficiary of Inherited IRA: Rules, Options and Tax
A successor beneficiary is someone who inherits an individual retirement account (IRA) from a prior beneficiary rather than directly from the original owner. That second-generation inheritance can affect distribution deadlines, annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) and tax-planning…
Student-loan borrowers have 1 month to enroll in a temporary repayment benefit
The deadline for student-loan borrowers to receive a lower interest rate is fast approaching. Borrowers who enroll in autopay by the end of the day on September 30 will receive a temporary 1-percentage-point reduction on their student-loan interest payments, starting immediately. The benefit, which…
Every couple from the ‘Love Island USA’ universe who are still together
The runners-up of season eight, Harvey and Schmidt, are also still together, making their relationship Instagram official a few days after the finale. “I truly cherish the connection I have with Carl, and I’m so happy that he made my fairytale dream a reality. I cannot wait to see how our story…
Sprouts Farmers Market Set to Open 24 New Stores. See Where
Sprouts Farmers Market continues to grow, and a new store could soon be opening near you. The Arizona-based grocery chain opened its first location in Chandler, Arizona, in 2002 and currently operates more than 480 stores across 25 states, according to the company’s website. Sprouts focuses on…
Capital Gains on Primary Residence: Rules and Examples
Selling your home is one of the biggest financial transactions you’ll ever make. While many homeowners worry about a large tax bill, the reality is that rules like the Internal Revenue Code Section 121 can allow you to keep much, or even all, of your profit. Here’s how capital gains on a primary…
The mystery of a ‘little red book’ about insurance startup Corgi
When investor Alex Ren visited the office of AI insurance upstart Corgi early last year, he was given a copy of a little red book emblazoned with a portrait of the company’s namesake dog wearing a Mao-like red hat with a yellow star. It was called: “The Mission at Corgi.” Business Insider viewed…