Keeping Up With America

White House Rebukes Israel Over Doha Strike: Officials called the hit “not helpful” to ceasefire talks—telegraphing strain just as negotiators inch back to the table. 

Chief Justice Pauses Ukraine Aid Ruling: A temporary freeze keeps U.S. military support flowing while a legal challenge twists through the courts. 

Democrats Tap Members for GOP-Led Jan. 6 Committee: Minority picks signal they’ll participate—while warning of scope creep. 

Supreme Court Will Weigh Trump Tariffs: A blockbuster case could redraw the line on presidential trade powers—and consumer prices. 

CDC Flags “Kissing Bug” Disease as Endemic: Chagas is quietly spreading; doctors are urged to test more often—even when symptoms look vague. 

U.S. Markets Notch Fresh Records: S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq all close at highs as traders eye a rate cut countdown.

Around the World

Israel’s Doha Strike Targets Hamas Leadership: Blowback is immediate—from Arab capitals to Washington—while hostage families brace for fallout

Nepal’s PM Resigns; Parliament Erupts Amid Deadly Protests: A constitutional crisis deepens as anger spills into the streets. 

Russia’s Strike Kills Dozens in Eastern Ukraine: One of the day’s deadliest barrages underscores why talks keep stalling. 

Trump Urges EU to Hit China & India With 100% Tariffs: An extraordinary ask—aimed at squeezing Putin by pressuring Moscow’s biggest buyers. 

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Klarna Prices Above Range, at $40: $15B Valuation: A once-stalled IPO returns—oversubscribed and signaling an IPO window reopening. 

Bloomberg: Klarna, Backers Raise ~$1.37B: Demand runs hot; BNPL’s bellwether readies for a closely watched debut. 

All the Big Reveals From Apple’s Event: iPhone 17 lineup, ultra-slim iPhone Air, and more—here’s the full rundown.

iPhone 17 Live Blog Recap: The “Awe Dropping” parade: new phones, new watch, new AirPods—what actually matters. 

Ex-WhatsApp Security Boss Sues Meta Over Privacy Risks: A fresh legal headache lands as regulators circle and users worry. 

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Richer, Wiser, Happier

Today’s Best High-Yield Savings Rates: Park your cash smartly—rates remain compelling ahead of a possible Fed cut; check minimums and transfer hold times before you chase a teaser. 

CD Rates Today (Short vs. Long Ladders): If you think cuts are close, tilt shorter; want set-and-forget income, ladder 6–24 months and auto-roll only the rungs that still beat HYSA after tax. 

Markets at Records—What That Doesn’t Mean: Highs don’t forecast; revisit your risk budget, rebalance winners, and set a “panic plan” before volatility returns. 

Alzheimer’s Breakthrough? £100 Blood Test Trial Begins: If validated, earlier detection changes family planning, caregiving costs—and insurance conversations—fast. 

Why Stocks Feel Like They Live in an Alternate Reality: Use the rally to trim concentration risk, not to expand it; cash flow beats vibes in the next downcycle. 

Sports & Showbiz Shenanigans

MLB: Yankees 7, Red Sox 3 — Bronx Bats Break Late: Rivalry night turns on a big swing and a bullpen lock-down.

MLB: Dodgers 5, Giants 2 — Chavez Ravine Stays Loud: LA flexes depth in a playoff-vibes win.

First Reactions: DiCaprio & PTA’s “One Battle After Another”: Spielberg raves; early buzz screams “best of the year.” 

Only Murders in the Building Is Back (Season 5): The month’s streaming slate crowns a cozy, clever king. 

People: The Viral “9/9 Portal”—Why Fans Are Manifesting: Inside a pop-culture micro-moment taking over feeds. 

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Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

Raw Oysters 101: The Real Vibrio Risk—and How to Eat Safely: Quick checklist for buying, storing and when to skip them. 

Apple Watch 11’s New Blood-Pressure Alerts: What They Actually Do: Calibrate for 30 days; learn what an alert means—and what it doesn’t. 

iPhone 17 Buyer’s Brief: What to Upgrade For (and What to Ignore): Camera, battery, thinness—separate sizzle from substance before you pre-order.

How to Watch Today’s UAP Hearing—Free, Anywhere: A legit stream guide (plus geo-workarounds). 

AirPods Pro 3 First Hands-On: The Quiet You Can’t Hear: Early ANC impressions and who should wait for reviews. 

Miss Manners: Gracefully Handling “Where Are You From?”: Scripts that defuse awkwardness without surrendering your story. 

Parenting Dilemma: When a Child Mentions Abuse—Act Fast, Safely: The right escalation steps and why documentation matters. 

Chagas (“Kissing Bug”) Basics: Symptoms, Testing, Prevention: Quiet disease, big stakes—especially in southern states. 

Stream Smarter This Month: What’s actually worth a login (and what to cancel). 

Markets at Highs? Here’s a 3-Move Safety Net: Rebalance, raise a small cash buffer, and set stop-loss rules you’ll actually follow.