Social Security will not be able to pay full benefits in 2035 if Congress doesn’t act. Medicare has a little more time

Americans’ Social Security benefits will be slashed in 2035 if lawmakers don’t act to address the pending shortfall, according to an annual report released Monday by the Social Security trustees. That’s one year later than previously forecast.

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Israeli War Cabinet Votes Unanimously to Continue War in Rafah, Reopen Talks

The Israeli war cabinet voted unanimously to continue the attack on Rafah -- while also sending diplomats to explore Hamas's latest response.

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Trump Really Would Not Like Rikers

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Miss USA Noelia Voigt resigns, cites her mental health while relinquishing crown

Voigt, 24, who took the Miss USA title in September, said in a Monday post on Instagram, she wishes to inspire others to "prioritize your mental health."

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Kevin Spacey Praises Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.: 'Formidable Fighter for Justice and a Loyal Friend'

Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. just received a glowing endorsement -- from Kevin Spacey.

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Elon Musk is tightening his grip on Tesla

Tom Zhu, a top Tesla exec who'd assumed more responsibilities from Elon Musk in recent years, has been reassigned to China, Electrek reports.

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Geoff Duncan, Georgia’s Republican Former Lt. Gov., Says He Will Vote for Biden

“I am voting for a decent person I disagree with on policy over a criminal defendant without a moral compass,” wrote Mr. Duncan, who was in office during the 2020 election.

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Jordan Schedules Hearing to Hold Garland in Contempt of Congress

Jim Jordan scheduled a hearing for May 16 to hold Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for refusing to provide audio recordings of Biden.

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Claim of bill banning certain 9/11 speech is baseless, uses fabricated news story

No such bills are listed on legislation tracking websites, nor are there credible reports of such legislation from legitimate news outlets.

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Speaker Johnson expected to meet with Marjorie Taylor Greene before ouster vote

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Why Democrats Are Suddenly Excited About Florida

The Biden campaign says Florida is a swing state again. But it's the Democrat in the Senate race that's got a better chance of an upset.

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Boeing's crewed Starliner set to launch: What to know

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Israel "examining" Hamas-accepted cease-fire proposal from Egypt and Qatar, official says

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Ukrainian Olympic Weightlifter Killed While Fighting in War Against Russia

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Netanyahu derails Kamala Harris’s best-laid plans in Michigan

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Report: Firearm-Related Crime Surging in Gun-Controlled Canada

Firearm-related crime is surging in heavily gun-controlled Canada, according to a report from Toronto Star contributor Shaquille Morgan.

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What is a swing state? Where red and blue make purple on the electoral map.

States that have a history of flipping red or blue depending on an election are considered battleground or swing states.

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NASA Boondoggle: Spacecraft to Carry Astronauts to Moon Suffered Heat Shield Failures in Test Flight

According to a report recently released by NASA's Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the Orion spacecraft, designed to transport astronauts to the moon in the coming years, faced several critical issues during its 2022 uncrewed test flight.

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U.S. Soldier Arrested in Russia Last Week: Reports

The White House said it was “aware” of the case, in which the soldier, a staff sergeant, reportedly traveled to Russia on his own after being stationed in Korea.

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Jeffrey Katzenberg Compares Trump to Hitler in Los Angeles Speech

With just six months until the presidential election, Democrats are aggressively pushing the Trump-is-Hitler narrative, with former Disney boss Jeffrey Katzenberg being the latest figure to resurrect the hoary analogy in an apparent effort to scare the left's deeply divided base into rallying around the unpopular Joe Biden.

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An American soldier was arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, US officials say

WASHINGTON (AP) — An American soldier has been arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, according to two U.S. officials.

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ROOKE: Don’t Be Fooled – RFK Is A California Democrat Through And Through

America has its first realistic third-party candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., but he is nothing more than a far-left Democrat parading as a moderate.

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Hamas says it approves of Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire proposal, but Israel has not signed off

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The New Yorker Wins Two 2024 Pulitzer Prizes

Sarah Stillman was honored for reporting on a draconian legal doctrine, and Medar de la Cruz was recognized for an illustrated piece about Rikers Island.

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A Colorado teen disappeared in a brutal Korean War battle. His remains have finally been identified.

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College student streaming deals: Check out discounts from Amazon, Hulu, Apple, and more

We rounded up the best discounts on streaming services available right now for college students. Deals include savings on Prime Video, Hulu, and more.

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‘Shrimp And Grits!’: Watch Kamala Harris’ Reaction To Reported Ceasefire Deal

Vice President Kamala Harris had an odd reaction to reporters asking her about ceasefire framework from Qatar and Egypt which Hamas claimed it agreed to Monday.

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NASA Chief Bill Nelson: Important for U.S. to Beat China Back to the Moon

NASA administrator Bill Nelson said recently that it is important for the United States to return to the moon before China stakes its claim.

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The best iPhone in 2024: Which model should you buy?

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82-Year-Old Bernie Sanders Is Running for Yet Another Senate Term

The Vermont progressive is already the longest-serving congressional independent in U.S. history.

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US brands like McDonald's and Starbucks are facing mounting backlash in the Middle East as tensions rise

McDonald's, Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut are among the fast-food brands still feeling Middle East boycotts' effects on their sales.

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Mainstream Media Play Defense for Anti-Israel Protesters Occupying Buildings, Causing Campus Chaos

‘Ok for the last damn time: THE OCCUPATION OF A BUILDING IS A PEACEFUL PROTEST,’ said Nathan J Robinson, editor-in-chief of Current Affairs magazine.

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Andreessen Horowitz investor says half of Google's white-collar staff probably do 'no real work'

Andreessen Horowitz's David Ulevitch called Google an "amazing example" of a company with "BS jobs."

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Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns, urges people to prioritize mental health

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US soldier was arrested in Russia last week, officials say

An American soldier was detained in Russia last week on suspicion of theft and is currently being held in pre-trial detention, according to two US officials.

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White House Refuses to Say or Speculate What Is in Hamas Ceasefire 'Deal'

The White house welcomed Hamas's sudden declaration hat it accepted a ceasefire -- though would not say what terms Hamas had accepted.

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Jim Cramer says Howard Schultz's open letter to Starbucks is unlike anything he's seen before

"I think he's coming from the point of view just sadness about where the franchise is," Jim Cramer said Monday.

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Former Republican lieutenant governor of Georgia says he’s voting for Biden

’This November, I am voting for a decent person I disagree with on policy over a criminal defendant without a moral compass,’ says Geoff Duncan

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Who will Donald Trump pick as running mate? Contenders gather in Florida

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White House 'currently reviewing' Hamas response to cease-fire proposal

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What's driving this multiday rally, plus Jim Cramer's quick takes on 4 stocks

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

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New poll reveals a major warning sign for Biden and Democrats in key down-ballot races

Ahead of November, young Black voters are indicating that their turnout could fall below 2020 levels.

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What is a backdoor Roth IRA and how does it help high earners save for retirement?

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Trump sees Virginia as 'in play' for Republicans in 2024 election, despite recent losses

The former president still hopes to win Virginia in November, despite losing the commonwealth in 2016 and 2020.

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I've shopped for just myself at Costco for years. Gas discounts, tech deals, and other perks make my Costco membership worth it for one person.

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Elizabeth Holmes sees more months trimmed from prison release date

The disgraced Theranos founder is on track to be released in August 2032, two years earlier than expected, after she was sentenced to more than 11 years for fraud.

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Campus protests cause some colleges to change commencement plans

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Miss USA Announces She Is Stepping Down Due To Mental Health

She was crowned Miss USA in September.

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The best phones to buy in 2024: Top smartphones compared

The best phones offer stellar performance, cameras, and battery life at affordable prices. Our top picks include the iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S24.

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Hamas accepts proposed cease-fire agreement, but Israel says it's a 'softened version'

The cease-fire proposal accepted by Hamas is different from the previous deal as Israel did not send a delegation to Cairo, where this was discussed.

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