Keeping Up With America

Family wants to know why student was fatally shot by an Alabama police officer: An independent autopsy determined that no exit wound or bullet was found in the body of an 18-year-old Black college freshman who was fatally shot by a police officer in Alabama, his family's attorney said Tuesday.

'Human skin' teddy bear at California bus stop leads to arrest: Sheriff's deputies arrested an alleged prankster on Monday and accused him of planting a creepy teddy bear that looked like it was made of bloody human tissue, officials said.

Bondi ousts top ethics official at the Justice Department: Attorney General Pam Bondi last week ousted the senior ethics attorney at the Justice Department who advised her and other senior officials on employee ethics, the latest firing that has come amid an ongoing purge of department employees.

Trump administration releases 2,000 California National Guard members from duty in Los Angeles: The Trump administration is releasing thousands of California National Guard members from a federal mission in Los Angeles, the Pentagon said Tuesday, over a month after President Trump deployed the troops — over Gov. Gavin Newsom's objections — to respond to protests in the nation's second-largest city.

Trump tells Texas Republicans to redraw the state congressional map to help keep House majority: President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is pushing Texas Republicans to redraw the state’s congressional maps to create more House seats favorable to his party, part of a broader effort to help the GOP retain control of the chamber in next year’s midterm elections.

Around the World

Tesla debuts in India, but its cars likely cost too much for most Indians: Tesla Inc. opened its first showroom in India on Tuesday, marking the electric vehicle maker’s long-anticipated debut in the world’s third-biggest automotive market.

FBI releases new images of Iran intel officers allegedly involved in Robert Levinson abduction: Federal authorities on Tuesday released new images of three Iranian intelligence officers allegedly involved in the abduction of retired FBI special agent Robert Levinson.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

​Bitcoin falls below $117,000 after Trump crypto bills are blocked before vote

Amazon turns to rival SpaceX to launch next batch of Kuiper internet satellites

Apple backs Trump rare earth minerals push, invests $500M in US mine

Richer, Wiser, Happier

What is the best age to buy an annuity at?: Retirement planning often feels like trying to hit a moving target. Just when you think you've figured out how much you need to save, inflation shifts the goalposts, market volatility throws you off balance and suddenly you're wondering if your Social Security benefits will be enough to cover any of your expenses during retirement. These types of issues are part of why more people are turning to annuities to lock down a reliable retirement income stream, one that guarantees you won't outlive your money.

Do You Really Need $5 Million to Retire in 2025? | Jake FitzGerald, Fool. If you've seen headlines lately, you might think you need a whopping $5 million to retire comfortably in 2025. It's a number that grabs attention and sparks a lot of anxiety. But do you really need $5 million to retire? For most people, the answer is no. Sure, having $5 million can make retirement easier, especially if you want a high-spending lifestyle, to retire early, or leave a legacy for your kids. But in 2025, with higher yields on cash, flexible work opportunities, and smarter spending, you can retire well with far less.

How do I get out of debt while on Social Security?: For retirees relying on Social Security, any amount of debt can feel like a heavy weight that can't be managed over the long term. These retirement benefits are designed to cover basic living expenses, after all, not high-rate credit card bills or lingering personal loan payments. So, it's hardly a surprise that many older Americans who rely on Social Security also find themselves trapped in a cycle of debt they can't get out of.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Chiefs, Trey Smith agree to four-year contract | Panthers to raise Stanley Cup banner Oct. 7 to open NHL season

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Nick Cannon reveals he uses ChatGPT to not 'gaslight,' says he's 'definitely a narcissist' | 'Chrisley Knows Best' star Savannah Chrisley teases political future after parents' pardon

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