Keeping Up With America

Mom Fatally Shot Walking Her Child to the Bus Stop in Louisville: Police in Kentucky are searching for a suspect who shot a woman dead at a school bus stop.

20-year-old American pilot is stuck in Antarctica for weeks in legal drama over airport landing: A 20-year-old American pilot who is traveling across the globe to raise money for childhood cancer research has been stuck in Antarctica for more than a month after he was accused of illegally landing there.

Judge strikes down key parts of Florida law that led to removal of books from school libraries: A federal judge has struck down key parts of a Florida law that helped parents get books they found objectionable removed from public school libraries and classrooms. It is a victory for publishers and authors who had sued after their books were removed.

Woman pleads guilty to assault for spitting on top D.C. prosecutor during interview: A woman who spit on the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital during a videotaped interview pleaded guilty on Thursday to assault charges.

D.C. police chief expands cooperation with immigration enforcement: Washington, D.C., police officers will now be able to assist federal immigration authorities by sharing information about people who are not in police custody and by transporting federal immigration agents and detained individuals, according to a new order signed by Metropolitan Police Department chief Pamela Smith and published Thursday.

Around the World

10-year-old becomes youngest female chess player to defeat grandmaster: A 10-year-old chess prodigy has made history as the youngest female player ever to defeat a grandmaster, which is the highest distinction any chess player can earn.

Pilot breaks altitude record for solar-powered plane, crossing paths with commercial airliner, his team says: Swiss pilot Raphael Domjan beat the altitude record for a solar-powered electric plane in a flight that took him soaring to 9,521 meters, or 31,237 feet, his team announced Wednesday.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

​Ulta and Target will end deal for in-store beauty shops next year

Bitcoin touches record, ether almost makes new high before rolling over

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage drops to lowest level since October

Richer, Wiser, Happier

3 reverse mortgage red flags borrowers should watch for this August: For retirees who are struggling to make ends meet or are concerned about running out of money, a reverse mortgage can seem like a lifeline. This type of borrowing tool allows seniors to tap into their home equity without the burden of monthly payments, making it an affordable option to consider for those on a limited budget. And, the prospect of turning equity into accessible cash can be especially tempting in today's economy, where unexpected expenses, higher-than-ideal inflation and market volatility can quickly disrupt retirement plans.

4 Traits of Americans With a Perfect 850 Credit Score | Joel O'Leary, Fool. If you've ever wondered who's rocking a perfect 850 FICO® Score, here's your answer: not many people. In fact, just 1.54% of Americans are in that elite club, according to Motley Fool Money research. As someone who spends way too much time buried in credit score data, I can tell you -- it's not luck. People with an 850 have very intentional habits that protect and grow their credit over time. Here are four traits that the rest of us can learn from.

Can you add multiple annuities to your retirement portfolio? 3 things to know: Retirement planning has always been challenging, and it has only gotten more complex in today's unusual economic landscape. Between the ongoing issues with stock market volatility and sticky inflation, and the questions about Social Security's long-term viability, many soon-to-be retirees are now looking for ways to create predictable income streams in their golden years. And, given these issues, it's no wonder that annuities, which are financial products designed to provide guaranteed income, have become a more common option worth considering.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty shows big-play ability in joint practice with the 49ers | José Ramírez has 3 hits to help Guardians rally past Marlins, move closer to AL wild-card spot

Julia Fox Joins ‘Elsbeth’ as Season 3 Guest Star (EXCLUSIVE) | ‘The Man in My Basement’ Trailer: Corey Hawkins Stars as a Cash-Strapped Man With Willem Dafoe as His Unsettling Tenant in TIFF-Bound Thriller

Jeff Bezos Mourns Loss of Mother Jacklyn at 78 | Jason Momoa reveals he almost died in a surfing accident: 'My arms and my legs gave up'

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