Keeping Up With America

Educators worry about how to talk immigration with families facing mass deportations: The morning after Election Day last year, Melanie Claros, a civics teacher and ESL coordinator at a South Florida school where half the students are Latino, found herself having to do a job beyond her usual duties.

Newsom says California wildfires will be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history: California Gov. Gavin Newsom told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” Saturday that the Los Angeles-area wildfires will be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history and called for an independent investigation into the local water supply.

JD Vance says violent Jan. 6 rioters shouldn't receive pardons: Vice President-elect JD Vance said Sunday who he thinks should and shouldn’t receive presidential pardons for their actions during the riot at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Biden spoke with Netanyahu; Sullivan says hostage deal very close: U.S. President Joe Biden spoke on Sunday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the White House said, as U.S. officials race to reach a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal before Biden leaves office on Jan. 20.

GOP Sen. James Lankford: U.S. won't invade Greenland: Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., on Sunday dismissed President-elect Donald Trump’s threat to acquire Greenland by military force, saying, “The United States is not going to invade another country. That’s not who we are.”

Around the World

South Korea’s Yoon won’t attend first impeachment trial hearing, local media reports, citing lawyer: South Korea’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, will not attend the first hearing of the trial to determine whether he is removed from office or reinstated, due to concerns about his safety, Yonhap News reported on Sunday, citing his lawyer.

15 killed in an explosion and fire at a gas station in central Yemen: An explosion at a gas station triggered a massive fire in central Yemen, killing at least 15 people, health officials said Sunday.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

U.S. bank regulator gives BlackRock a February deadline on bank stakes, Bloomberg reports

Ahead of looming ban, TikTok creators ask fans to find them on Instagram or YouTube

What to expect from new crypto legislation on the crime prevention side of it

Richer, Wiser, Happier

More than a million student loan borrowers got debt forgiven in 2024. What to know at tax time: If your federal student loans were forgiven in 2024, you may be wondering if there are any tax implications. Many borrowers have benefited from education debt cancellation under the Biden administration. While in office so far, President Joe Biden has cleared nearly $180 billion in federal student loans for 4.9 million people. More than 1 million people had their debt cleared in 2024.

President-Elect Donald Trump Is Probably Already Done Paying His 2025 Social Security Taxes While You Pay All Year. Here's Why | Kailey Hagen, Fool. Say what you will about President-elect Donald Trump, but I think we can all agree he's richer than most of us could ever dream of becoming. His 2024 financial disclosures reported more than $160 million in income from his Miami golf course and another $56 million from Mar-a-Lago. Add in a few other golf courses, development projects, book royalties, and so on, and he made north of $700 million in 2023 from his business income alone.

Can I Get Out of Debt After I Get Divorced?: Divorce can be a challenging and emotional experience. Not only that, the financial implications can linger long after the paperwork is finalized. For many, tackling debt after a divorce is a top priority. Whether it’s dividing credit card balances, car loans or mortgage debt, knowing how to manage the debt you’re left with can help you regain financial stability. With careful planning and proactive steps, you can tackle post-divorce debt and build a secure financial future.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Eagles force opening-play turnover, Jahan Dotson scores TD | Aaron Gordon keys Nuggets win off bench in return

Meghan Markle Delays Netflix Show ‘With Love, Meghan’ Due to L.A. Wildfires | Sebastian Stan on Why Playing Donald Trump Was the ‘Hardest Thing’ He’s Ever Done and How ‘Thunderbolts*’ Is Like Marvel’s ‘The Breakfast Club’

Djimon Hounsou says he's 'struggling' to make a living as a Hollywood actor | James Woods says his home is 'still standing' after LA fires: 'A miracle'

Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

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