Keeping Up With America

Shocking NJ Love Triangle Turns Fatal: Investigators believe a New Jersey State Police sergeant killed his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend before taking his own life.

United flight with over 200 passengers declares 'mayday' with engine failure after takeoff from D.C. area: A United Airlines flight bound for Germany declared "mayday, mayday, mayday" with an engine failure last month, forcing the jet to hastily retreat to the Washington, D.C., area, tower recordings and the carrier said Monday.

Fighter jets scrambled, flares fired after planes violate Trump airspace over Bedminster, New Jersey: Fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a civilian plane Sunday after it entered restricted airspace over President Trump's property in Bedminster, New Jersey, the North American Aerospace Defense Command said, one of seven aircraft to violate the airspace over the weekend.

State Department may require some travelers to post $15,000 bond for business or tourism visas: The State Department is set to roll out a pilot program that may require foreign nationals from certain countries seeking business or tourism visas to post a bond of up to $15,000, according to a public notice set to be published Tuesday.

Judge rules that Rhode Island’s gun permit system does not violate Second Amendment: A federal judge says Rhode Island’s gun permit system, which requires residents to show “a need” to openly carry a firearm throughout the state, does not violate the Second Amendment.

Around the World

Denmark zoo asks people to donate their small pets as food for captive predators: A zoo in Denmark is asking for donations of small pets as food for its predators.

Haitian police arrest a former senator accused of working with gangs to attack a peaceful community: Police in Haiti have arrested a former senator charged with conspiring against the state and financing criminal organizations for allegedly supporting gang members.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

​US collects $29B in tariff revenues in July, setting new monthly record

Amazon lays off more than 100 employees in Wondery unit as part of audio business restructuring

Shares of American Eagle surge 20% after Trump calls Sydney Sweeney campaign ‘hottest ad out there’

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Is a fixed or variable annuity the better choice this August?: Annuities aren't exactly flashy, but these retirement tools have been quietly gaining popularity over the past year, and for good reason. With inflation ticking back up over the last couple of months and interest rates still elevated, and with stock market volatility becoming the norm rather than the exception, a large number of soon-to-be retirees are trying to find ways to better secure their retirement portfolios. Many are turning to annuities, in particular, as a safe way to lock in guaranteed retirement income.

Balance Transfer or Personal Loan: Which Crushes Debt Faster? | Ryan Wilcox, Fool. Americans carried a staggering $1.18 trillion in credit card debt in the first quarter of 2025, according to Motley Fool Money research. But if you're carrying some credit card debt, fear not -- there are plenty of ways to get rid of it. Two of the best ways to tackle debt are balance transfer credit cards and personal loans. Both can help you save a lot of money in interest, but they're designed for different financial situations. Here's how to choose the right tool for your debt payoff strategy.

The 60% reverse mortgage rule: What it is and how it impacts borrowers now: As with most Americans, older homeowners have been facing issues with rising living costs and mounting debt. As a result, tapping into home equity has become an increasingly popular financial strategy, as doing so allows homeowners to borrow the money they need at an affordable rate. And reverse mortgages — which allow borrowers age 62 and older to convert home equity into cash without monthly mortgage payments — offer a useful lifeline for seniors, in particular, but there are important rules that shape these types of loans.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

William Byron’s victory at Iowa provides needed boost to his team | Spurs, De'Aaron Fox reach 4-year, $229M max extension, agent says

‘American Ninja Warrior’ Renewed for Season 18 at NBC | ‘Greenland 2: Migration’ Lands January 2026 Release Date From Lionsgate (EXCLUSIVE)

Sydney Sweeney is heckled over her American Eagle scandal when hitting her Americana screening | Conor McGregor Launches Petition To Make Presidential Ballot In Ireland

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