Keeping Up With America

Florida man sues Walt Disney World over "permanent catastrophic injuries" from water park ride: A Florida man is suing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, alleging he sustained "permanent catastrophic injuries" after riding a water park slide in Walt Disney World Resort in 2021.

Justice Dept. Capitol Siege Section head Greg Rosen resigns, says Trump Jan. 6 pardons sent "terrible message": The federal prosecutor who helped lead the largest federal criminal case in American history has resigned his position in the Justice Department.

Budget bill would add trillions to U.S. debt and increase inequality, Nobel laureate economists say: Six Nobel laureate economists said a massive budget bill passed by House lawmakers last month and backed by President Trump would weaken key safety-net programs while greatly lifting the federal debt.

LAPD seeks group of men in another attack on a transgender woman: The Los Angeles Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find a group of men who they say attacked a transgender woman over the weekend and are believed to be the same people who attacked her in April.

Tulsa's new Black mayor proposes $100M trust to 'repair' impact of 1921 Race Massacre: Tulsa's new mayor on Sunday proposed a $100 million private trust as part of a reparations plan to give descendants of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre scholarships and housing help in a city-backed bid to make amends for one of the worst racial attacks in U.S. history.

Around the World

Magnus Carlsen, No. 1 ranked chess player, slams fist onto table after losing to world champ Gukesh Dommaraju: Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen, the world's No. 1-ranked player, suffered a major defeat on Sunday to current world champion Gukesh Dommaraju.

South Koreans vote for new president after Yoon Suk Yeol's ouster over martial law: South Koreans are voting for a new president in a snap election triggered by the ouster of Yoon Suk Yeol, a conservative who is facing rebellion charges over his short-lived imposition of martial law late last year.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Byron Allen puts broadcast TV stations up for sale

Robinhood’s $200 million Bitstamp deal takes it beyond retail trading

Private equity firm Roark Capital invests in fast-growing restaurant chain Dave’s Hot Chicken

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Why you should open a $10,000 long-term CD this June: In recent years, the decision to open a certificate of deposit (CD) account was relatively clear. Savers would deposit a specific amount of money into the account and, thanks to the elevated interest rate climate at the time, they'd earn a substantial amount of interest. At one point, some banks were offering CD interest rates as high as 6% or 7%, making it one of the simplest and safest ways to grow your money. So, depositing $5,000, $10,000, or even more into one of these accounts was an easy decision.

Healthcare Before Medicare: Bridging the Coverage Gap | Kailey Hagen, CFP®, Fool. You probably plan to rely upon Medicare for health insurance in retirement, but you can't actually sign up for the program until you're 65. If you retire before then, you'll need to find another way to cover your healthcare costs in the meantime.

Home equity borrowing advice that owners should know now, according to lenders: Finding affordable ways to borrow money has become increasingly challenging. Popular avenues such as credit cards and personal loans carry steep interest rates right now, straining household budgets in today's high-rate environment. However, home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) stand out as cost-effective alternatives for consolidating debt, funding renovations or covering major expenses. Since they use your home as collateral, they can give access to funds at lower interest rates.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Lions' four-time Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow says he's retiring | Pacers' Jarace Walker out at least 2 games to start NBA Finals

Alexis Bledel Withdraws From Emmy Race for ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Due to New Guest Actor Rules (EXCLUSIVE) | Sydney Sweeney’s ‘Split Fiction’ Movie Lands at Amazon

Miley Cyrus opens up about repairing relationship with dad Billy Ray | Over $92K raised for 'The Wire' actor as his son recovers after tornado struck home

Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

7 Easy Ways To Put Old Magazines To Good Use

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6 of the Best Foods for Protein and Fiber, According to Nutritionists

7 Quick and Easy Ways to Soothe Your Nerves (That Aren’t Just Deep Breathing)