Keeping Up With America

Man detained outside Jennifer Aniston's L.A. home after vehicle crashed into gate: A man was detained outside the home of “Friends” star Jennifer Aniston on Monday after a vehicle crashed into the front gate, two law enforcement sources told NBC News.

U.S. offers migrants free airline tickets and $1,000 stipend if they self-deport: The Trump administration announced Monday it will offer free airline tickets and a $1,000 incentive to some unauthorized immigrants if they sign up for self-deportation and return to their home countries voluntarily.

At least 3 dead, multiple people missing after boat of migrants overturns near San Diego: At least three people were killed when a boat overturned near San Diego on Monday as the Coast Guard, lifeguards and sheriff's deputies launched a search for more victims, authorities said.

19 states and D.C. sue Trump administration over mass HHS layoffs: Over a dozen states sued the Trump administration Monday for laying off thousands of Health and Human Services staffers, urging a court to reverse job cuts that they argue brought work at large swaths of the Robert F. Kennedy Jr.-led health agency to a "sudden halt."

Hegseth orders 20% reduction of four-star generals and admirals: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday ordered a minimum 20% reduction of four-star generals and admirals across the military, he said in a memo addressed to senior Pentagon leadership.

Around the World

U.K. police arrest 7 Iranians in what government calls biggest counterterrorism operations in years: British counterterrorism police officers arrested four Iranian men over an alleged plot to attack an unspecified target, and three others over an undefined national security threat, London's Metropolitan Police said Sunday. The government called the operations the biggest "counter-state threat and counterterrorism" in years.

Pope Francis' popemobile being turned into health clinic for Gaza children: Pope Francis' popemobile is being converted into a clinic to help children in the Gaza Strip, the Vatican announced Sunday, calling it the late pontiff's "final gift" to the war-torn territory.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Skechers to be acquired by 3G Capital in take-private deal, shares soar 24%

Trump set to raise millions from crypto and meme coin this month

Hollywood studio stocks briefly fall after Trump proposes foreign film tariff

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Gold bars and coins: Pros and cons investors should know this May: If you gauge the health of an investment by its price and the interest in it, then gold has to be at the top of the list in recent years. Not only did gold investing surge to an 11-year high in 2023, but the price of the precious metal shattered numerous records in 2024. And that price surge continued in the early months of 2025. Now priced at $3,324.57 per ounce, gold is up by 61% when compared to the price it started 2024 at. And there are strong indications that the price could continue to rise in the weeks and months to come.

$50K in the Bank? Here's When It's Too Much -- and What to Do Instead | Joel O'Leary, Fool. Just like Barry White says, "Too much of anything ain't good for you, baby." And yep — that even applies to hanging onto too much cash. If you've got over $50,000 sitting in the bank, it's time to rethink your financial game plan. Keeping some cash savings is smart — like three to six months worth of expenses in an emergency fund. But hoarding excess cash could actually be hurting you and costing you thousands of dollars every year.

What costs does Medicare not cover in 2025?: Reaching Medicare age is a big milestone, one that can feel like a payoff after years of working, paying taxes and worrying about covering the costs of health insurance. But while Medicare is a powerful tool for managing healthcare expenses, many retirees quickly discover it's not the all-inclusive safety net they expected. In fact, relying on Medicare alone can sometimes leave you exposed to major, unexpected costs.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Buddy Hield, Warriors find Game 7 spark after players-only talk | Sources: Michigan's Sherrone Moore expected to get 2-game ban

Just for Laughs Is Back: New Owners Unveil Post-Bankruptcy Strategy and Initiatives With Will Arnett, Rob McElhenney and Smosh (EXCLUSIVE) | Rina Sawayama to Reprise Role as Akira in Donnie Yen’s ‘John Wick’ Spinoff ‘Caine,’ Lionsgate Launching Sales in Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)

Colman Domingo reveals his top fashion inspiration at Met Gala preview | Prince Louis imitates older brother George at Victory Europe Day parade

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