Keeping up with America

Man on terror watchlist was released by Border Patrol: With border security funding blocked in Congress, the case illustrates the challenges U.S. officials face in identifying migrants who may pose national security threats.

Gas prices are on the rise again. Here's where experts say they are going next: Budget-conscious motorists may want to fill up sooner rather than later, as prices at the pump are likely headed higher in the near term.

Average long-term US mortgage rate edges closer to 7%, rising to highest level since early March: The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose to its highest level in five weeks, a setback for prospective homebuyers during what’s traditionally the busiest time of the year for home sales.

Driver in fatal Texas crash was using Ford’s auto driving system, officials say: Investigators say data from electric Mustang Mach E shows ‘Blue Cruise’ was in use when SUV struck a stopped car in San Antonio.

8-year-old Kentucky boy died from fentanyl not from eating strawberries, coroner reveals: The cause of death for the 8-year-old Kentucky boy who mysteriously died after eating strawberries at a school fundraiser last month has been revealed.

Around the World

Stock market today - Asia stocks are mostly lower after Wall St rebound led by Big Tech: Asia stocks were mostly lower on Friday after gains for Big Tech shares helped U.S. stock indexes claw back much of their slide from the day before.

Israel threatens to strike Iran directly if it launches attack from its territory: Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, also reiterated a promise to retaliate against Israel over the attack on its consulate in Damascus, Syria.

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Richer, Wiser, Happier

Tips on improving your personal finances: Milestones, like homeownership in particular, feel unattainable for many younger Americans and even undesirable for some.

Retirement Savings: 7 Biggest Obstacles Gen Z Faces In Saving For the Future | Vance Cariaga, Yahoo Finance. Many financial experts give Gen Z credit for taking a more proactive approach to retirement savings than previous generations, or at least having greater awareness of its importance. The challenge is meeting retirement savings goals. In its latest Retirement Survey & Insights Report, Goldman Sachs polled different generations on the biggest obstacles they face saving for retirement. Here are the seven biggest obstacles cited by Gen Z.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Bucks vs. Thunder prediction: NBA odds, picks, bets for Friday | NFL community reacts after OJ Simpson, 76, dies following cancer battle

Kevin Costner admits 'Horizon' was 'biggest struggle' as he unveils first look at Western film | BBC Film celebrates four films in official selection at Cannes Film Festival 2024

Roberto Cavalli, Famous Italian Designer, Dies at 83 | Michael J. Fox says it was 'tougher' to achieve fame in the '80s

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