The New York Times

U.K. Allows U.S. to Use Bases to Hit Iranian Forces Menacing Strait Traffic

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed not to be dragged into the war with Iran, but his government described its new position as essentially defensive. By Michael D. Shear Reporting from London ...
NBC Chicago

Illinois mom hits jackpot on lotto ticket using kid's birthdays as numbers

Have any lucky numbers? This may be your sign to play them next time you buy a lotto ticket. One Illinois mother did just that -- playing a March 13 Lucky Day Lotto game using her children's birthday ...
Crash

Nicolo Bulega’s closest WorldSBK rival “not sure” of Portimao potential

Axel Bassani enters the second round of the 2026 WorldSBK season second in the standings behind Nicolo Bulega, but also unsure of his “potential” at Portimao. Bassani’s Bimota team was one that stayed ...
Variety

BTS’ ‘Arirang’ Nearly Doubles Harry Styles’ Opening-Day Spotify Numbers to Claim Year’s Top Streaming Bow So Far

'Arirang' is also in rarefied air as having the 12th best opening day for any album on the platform ever. “Arirang” broke only one all-time record with that opening figure: the best first day on ...
Wall Street Journal

Ketamine’s Growing Popularity and Risks

This is an edition of the WSJ Weekend Reads newsletter, a weekly look at our most colorful, thought-provoking and original feature stories on the business of life. If you’re not subscribed, sign up ...
Investopedia

Pros and Cons of Using Your 401(k) to Pay Off Your Mortgage

Melissa Horton is a financial literacy professional. She has 10+ years of experience in the financial services and planning industry. Thomas J Catalano is a CFP and Registered Investment Adviser with ...
Investopedia

The Retirement Stat That Could Soon Matter More Than 401(k) Plans

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...
CNBC

8 reasons why people take out personal loans, and what to consider if you do

Few Americans have the cash they need on hand to pay for big-ticket items upfront. That's why it's not unusual for people to take out mortgages, car loans and student loans, so they can pay for these ...
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HEAP application delay leaves NY households at risk. Here's what utilities are doing

The annual application window typically opens in early November but will be “delayed indefinitely until the Trump Administration and Washington Republicans act to end the government shutdown and fund ...
Forbes

How To Create A Strong Password

As a staff writer for Forbes Advisor, SMB, Kristy helps small business owners find the tools they need to keep their businesses running. She uses the experience of managing her own writing and editing ...
Hosted on MSN

SAHRC takes legal action against Gayton McKenzie for use of the 'k-word

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is set to urgently approach the Equality Court to initiate legal proceedings against Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie. This ...