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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a review of military standards, including physical fitness, body composition and grooming. It’s a review Hegseth promised during his confirmation hearing when questioned about his statements he’s made that military standards have eroded.  “That will be part of one of the first things we do at the Pentagon — … Read more

President Trump has made a number of inaccurate claims about Canada in the past week as he imposed new tariff hikes on the country and touted his plans for more. On Wednesday morning, Mr. Trump imposed a blanket 25% tariff on foreign steel and aluminum, significantly impacting Canada, the largest foreign supplier of these metals … Read more

Blood Worm Moon will be visible all over US, NASA expert says Blood Worm Moon will be visible all over US, NASA expert says 01:52 Those who glance up at the sky tonight will have an opportunity to catch the March 2025 “Blood Moon,” a phenomenon that colors the full moon in shades of red, … Read more

Savings accounts with fixed interest rates can protect your money against today’s market volatility. Getty Images A drop in inflation announced this week did little to smooth over the markets as stocks sank early Thursday. That comes amid extended stock market uncertainty that has caused investments to rise and fall, sometimes within the same day. Combined … Read more

Choosing the right type of CD could have a big impact on your potential earnings in today’s rate environment. Getty Images/iStockphoto In today’s uncertain interest rate environment, finding the right certificate of deposit (CD) account is more important than ever. With the Federal Reserve’s ongoing evaluations of economic conditions, rates could fluctuate in the coming … Read more

Before borrowing with a home equity loan, homeowners should first calculate their potential monthly repayments. Getty Images/iStockphoto A report released earlier this month showing home equity levels rising by 6% year-over-year may not have come as a surprise, but it was still welcome news for homeowners. Now at around $313,000, many homeowners may find their … Read more

There are a few simple moves seniors may want to make before this year’s tax filing deadline. M.VENTER-YAPR/Getty Images Tax season can be stressful for anyone, but it can feel especially daunting for seniors who are navigating the complexities of deductions, retirement income and potential tax liabilities. After decades of working with employer withholding and … Read more

There are certain types of debts that debt collectors are more likely to file a lawsuit over. Getty Images/iStockphoto Being served with a debt collection lawsuit may be one of the most stressful financial situations you can face when behind on payments. These legal actions don’t come out of nowhere, though. They’re typically the end … Read more

During a meeting on Wednesday with Ireland’s leader Michel Martin, President Trump made an offhand remark that was quickly picked up in the Middle East as a major change in his stance on the war-torn Gaza Strip and its roughly 2 million Palestinian inhabitants. “No one is expelling anyone from Gaza,” Mr. Trump told reporters. … Read more

Your credit card company could sue you over your unpaid balance, but they may not pursue that option in every case. Getty Images When you miss a few credit card payments in a row, the consequences tend to escalate gradually — typically starting with late fees before the collection calls, credit score damage and account … Read more