Trump win has some liberal judges reversing their retirement plans
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Social Security announces major change for three groups. See if you’re on the list
Full retirement age set to be updated from 66 to 67 years to 68 to 70 years in 2025
2 min read - USYahoo News
Snow squall, winter storm warnings in place for parts of Mid-Atlantic and Northeast
Snow squall warnings, high winds and more bitter cold is in the forecast.
2 min read - USYahoo News
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect caught on camera with 'distinctive' backpack after Brian Thompson killing; law enforcement share details about the shooter
New York Police Department officials said the shooting was not “a random act of violence,” but that the identity of the suspect — who remains at large — and the motive for the shooting are still unknown.
- USThe Daily Beast
Slain UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Wife Says Brian Thompson Had Been Receiving Threats Over Insurance Woes
The wife of the slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has revealed that her husband received “some threats” before his shocking Manhattan murder on Wednesday morning. Those threats were regarding a supposed “lack of coverage,” Paulette Thompson told NBC News. That appears to be a reference to disgruntled UnitedHealthcare users who were possibly denied access to claims. “There had been some threats,” she said. “Basically, I don’t know, a lack of coverage? I don’t know details. I just know tha
3 min read - USYahoo News
Who was Brian Thompson? UnitedHealthcare CEO fatally shot in New York City
The 50-year-old chief executive of the Minnesota-based company was in midtown Manhattan for an investor conference.
3 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Trump has shadow picks for Pentagon chief if Pete Hegseth drops out. The former Fox News host says he won't back down.
Hegseth is fighting to be the next defense secretary, but it's an uphill battle. And potential backups are already waiting in the wings.
7 min read - BusinessINSIDER
Disneyland brings back SoCal ticket tier to lure locals
Disneyland's discounted rate for Southern California locals has been reinstated even as the park deals with criticism of its crowds and wait times.
3 min read - EntertainmentThe Daily Beast
Bill Murray Names the Only ‘SNL’ Host Who Blew Him Away
Bill Murray shared which Saturday Night Live host gave such an incredible performance that he didn’t feel worthy to share the stage with him by the end of the show. “There’s only one that stands above all others,” Murray said on the newest episode of New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce. “It was Ray Charles.” Murray was a cast member from 1977 to 1980. Charles hosted the show in November 1977. Murray said Charles had such a great hosting run on the show that he “completely buries every other
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
I drove a $78,000 Mercedes-Benz CLE450 Coupe. It's a high-tech, modern car with the heart of a classic GT.
I drove a Mercedes-Benz CLE450 Coupe and was impressed by its mild hybrid inline-six engine, luxurious cabin, great tech, and stylish looks.
6 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I ordered cupcakes from Wegmans, Publix, and Walmart, and the cheapest ones were mostly a hit
I ordered a dozen cupcakes from Walmart, Publix, and Wegmans to see which grocery store had the best ones in terms of value, taste, and appearance.
5 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Jaguar's rebranding rollout was either a 'brilliant' way to get attention — or a 'dangerous strategy.' Ad vets weigh in.
Jaguar's rebrand, culminating in a concept car this week, got rave reviews from some ad industry vets. But its true success will take time to measure.
6 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Moderators Delete Reddit Thread as Doctors Torch Dead UnitedHealthcare CEO
Doctors in one of the Internet’s top medical communities have turned on the murdered UnitedHealthcare (UHC) CEO Brian Thompson in such brutal fashion that Reddit moderators deleted a thread on the killing. The moderators of r/medicine closed the thread, posted Wednesday after news broke that Thompson was shot dead outside the New York Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan, after it racked up over 500 replies. The commenters overwhelmingly criticized—and satirized—the insurer’s alleged denial of cove
4 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Cops Close in on Grinning Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Murder as They Search Hostel
Police appeared to be closing on the identity of the assassin who gunned down the UnitedHealthcare CEO in midtown Manhattan Thursday as they released a photo of the grinning assassin and searched a hostel where he was believed to have stayed. The photos, shared by the NYPD on X, show the “person of interest,” who is wearing the same outfit as in earlier photos of the shooter, with his face mask down. The hostel police searched was at 103rd and Amsterdam Avenue, which is where HI NYC Hostel is lo
2 min read - USINSIDER
Police release images of suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing
The police said UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot by a hooded gunman as he walked toward Manhattan's New York Hilton Midtown hotel.
7 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I became a mom at 16, and my daughter at 18. I've been raising kids for almost 45 years.
A boomer grandma, who is raising her grandkids, has been bringing up children since she got pregnant at 16. She said times changed but she enjoyed it.
3 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Crypto-linked stocks jump as bitcoin tops key $100,000 threshold for the first time ever
Bitcoin's rally to six figures has been driven by Trump's election win. The latest jump on came after Trump picked a pro-crypto SEC chief.
2 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Title of Book About Insurance Companies Matches Bullet Casings at Crime Scene
The title of a book about shady insurance company practice is a near-match to words etched onto bullets found at the scene of the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. New evidence emerged Wednesday night in the search for the assassin, including a cellphone, water bottle, and even apparent messages on bullet casings left at the scene. ABC News reported that the words “deny,” “defend” and “depose” were written on the casings found at the scene, citing law enforcement sources.
2 min read - CelebrityThe Daily Beast
Prince Harry Clarifies That He and Meghan Markle Are Not Getting Divorced
Prince Harry has taken the unlikely step of reassuring a business conference that he and his wife Meghan Markle are not getting divorced. He made the comments at the prestigious New York Times DealBook Conference in New York City on Wednesday as part of a wider discussion in which he criticized the press. DealBook founder and host Andrew Ross Sorkin asked Harry during an onstage interview, referring to the media: “They’re fascinated Meghan is in California right now, and you’re here. There are a
2 min read - USINSIDER
Police found cryptic notes on the shell casings from UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing
Police found the words "deny," "defend," and "depose" on shell casings from the scene.
2 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Republicans Are Already Fighting in Sign of Chaos to Come
Donald Trump’s biggest obstacle may be his own party.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Teen hospitalized, dogs killed after Inland Empire house fire
A house fire overnight in the Inland Empire left a teenager hospitalized. The fire, reported just before 2 a.m. in Jurupa Valley, destroyed a one-story house near the area of Canal Street and Pacific Avenue. At least one person was trapped inside the home when fire crews arrived, according to stringer service OnScene.TV. That person, […]
1 min read - USFox News
'The pendulum is swinging': Experts weigh in on historic SCOTUS transgender case amid oral arguments
Experts discuss the impact the U.S. v. Skrmetti case could have on transgender medical procedures for children across the country.
4 min read - StyleBusiness Insider
5 pant trends that are in for 2025 and 4 that are out, according to stylists
Stylists say that in the New Year, we'll be swapping out distressed denim and corduroys for pinstriped pants, high waisted cargos, and pleats.
4 min read - BusinessFox News
8 phishing email scams to watch out for this holiday season
Be on alert this holiday season for phishing emails. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shares several examples of fake phishing emails he's received in his inbox.
11 min read - PoliticsFox News
NY Times warns Hunter Biden pardon could give Trump ammo for Jan. 6 pardons, will 'tarnish' Biden's record
The New York Times editorial board grilled President Biden for pardoning his son, saying it normalizes future abuses of the U.S. justice system.
3 min read - USSalon
Assassin wrote "deny" and "depose" on bullets used in killing of United Healthcare CEO, police say
Brian Thompson, 50, was killed in a “preplanned targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel, according to police
1 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Stock market today: Indexes trade mixed after hitting records as traders eye upcoming jobs report
Indexes were mixed after all three major averages closed at records on Wednesday. Bitcoin traded around $103,000.
3 min read - USThe Daily Beast
Boozy Hegseth Quizzed by Fox News HR Over Xmas Party ‘Disturbance’
Pete Hegseth was involved in a “disturbance” at a Fox & Friends Christmas party after his mistress’ husband turned up uninvited to the gathering, according to a bombshell new report. After the incident, the human resources department at Fox News was called in and discussed it with Hegseth, an unnamed source told The New York Times. The latest disclosure came as Hegseth was battling to save his nomination as Donald Trump’s secretary of defense amid speculation over allegations involving infidelit
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Sean Penn defends Donald Trump biopic in scathing rant against Oscars
Sean Penn bashed the Academy Awards for being "afraid" of embracing "The Apprentice," a biopic about President-elect Donald Trump starring Sebastian Stan.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
'Secure our border': Massive police org calls on Trump, Rand Paul to swiftly confirm Noem to DHS
The Fraternal Order of Police sent letters to both President-elect Trump and Sen. Rand Paul calling for a swift confirmation of South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem to lead DHS.
4 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
Why more billionaires are moving overseas since the pandemic
"The shock of the pandemic put a premium on first-class healthcare," UBS wrote in its annual Billionaire Ambitions Report.
2 min read - OpinionSalon
Yes, Joe should pardon them all — Trump included
Let's hit the reset button on American democracy. Is it moral? I don't know, but it gives us a chance to start over
9 min read - WorldFox News
Amnesty International slammed over report charging Israel with genocide: 'Double standards'
Critics condemned a report released on Thursday by Amnesty International that accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, during its war against Iran-backed terror groups.
5 min read - EntertainmentBusiness Insider
A 'risk-averse' lawyer quit his job to write for TV. Now, he's adapted his own novel into a Hulu show.
Charles Yu adapted his novel "Interior Chinatown" as a Hulu series. A decade ago, he left his law career to pursue TV writing full time.
7 min read - WorldSalon
"A chilling effect": Research finds governments across the globe are cracking down on free speech
A new report finds that Palestinians and their allies across the globe were the top targets of state repression
6 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I've been to over 50 countries. Here are my 4 favorite destinations to escape the winter cold.
After visiting over 50 countries, I've learned the best places to visit to escape the cold — like Cape Town, South Africa, and Bonito, Brazil.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Daily Beast
Ex-Tulsi Gabbard Aides Say She Was a Devout Consumer of Kremlin Propaganda Network
Tulsi Gabbard, whom Donald Trump plans to nominate as his director of national intelligence, was a faithful consumer of Kremlin-controlled propaganda network RT, three of her former aides told ABC News. The former Hawaii congresswoman’s foreign policy views, which critics say have increasingly grown soft on Vladimir Putin’s Russia, have led some Democratic lawmakers to question her commitment to the United States. Rep. Jason Crow said there are “deep questions about where her loyalties lie,” and
3 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
NATO is planning a fleet of sea drones to protect critical underwater infrastructure
A NATO commander said the sea drones would work like police CCTV cameras on streetlights to monitor threats around critical underwater infrastructure.
3 min read - USFox News
Authorities stress 'no known threat to public safety' following unusual drones near Trump Bedminster club
Authorities continue to stress that there is no threat to the public following the unusual drone activity observed near President-elect Trump's Bedminster golf club.
4 min read - WorldFox News
South Korean president to face impeachment vote this weekend over martial law order, lawmakers say
South Korean opposition lawmakers will hold a vote to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol after the president declared martial law on Tuesday, citing "anti-state" activities by his opponents.
3 min read - PoliticsFox News
Pro-Trump impeachment Republican Sen Bill Cassidy targeted for ouster by Freedom Caucus founding member
Louisiana State Treasurer John mounts his bid to unseat incumbent U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Rescue crews search for missing diver off the shore of Long Beach
The search for a missing person was underway at the Port of Long Beach early Thursday morning, according to authorities. KTLA’s Omar Lewis was on the scene Thursday, where rescue divers and crews were searching the water near the port. Calls for a rescue came overnight, when a group of three divers left a private […]
1 min read - PoliticsFox News
Jeff Bezos tells elite audience he's 'very optimistic' about Trump's anti-regulatory agenda
Donald Trump was at top of mind on Wednesday when media executives, finance bigwigs and tech entrepreneurs gathered at the annual New York Times DealBook Summit.
4 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
I skip family gatherings to solo travel. The perks are so good that I won't be home for the holidays anytime soon.
Since 2017, I've been skipping family holiday gatherings to travel solo. I've found that I score some of the best deals when flying on major holidays.
3 min read - EntertainmentThe Daily Beast
The 11 Best Movies to Watch in Theaters This Holiday Season
Nothing says the holidays like BDSM sex, Dracula, and a twink singing Bob Dylan songs. So we’re in for a great time at cinemas this year, with buzzy titles like Nicole Kidman’s Babygirl, the eerie Nosferatu, and Timothée Chalamet’s crooning in A Complete Unknown leading the list of must-see movies.
3 min read - EntertainmentThe Daily Beast
This Violent ‘Black Doves’ Shootout Is Somehow the Year’s Most Romantic Scene
(Warning: Spoilers ahead.) A breakup can feel like a bloodbath, but in the case of gun-for-hire Sam (Ben Whishaw) in the new Netflix spy series Black Doves, the end of his relationship with artist beau Michael (Omari Douglas) is littered with actual bodies. What a way to find out your boyfriend doesn’t work in insurance!
6 min read - CelebrityFox News
Ted Danson refuses to stop working at 76, cashes in on retirement comedy
Ted Danson is set to receive the Carol Burnett Award at the upcoming Golden Globes, but has no plans to retire as he stars in a new series, "A Man on the Inside."
6 min read - EntertainmentThe Daily Beast
This ‘Queer’ Sex Scene With Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey Is Unforgettable
Gay sex! Now that I’ve got your attention, let’s talk about Luca Guadagnino’s Queer. The director wasn’t satisfied with one erotically charged film this year—the sweat-drenched tennis drama Challengers. He’s back with a film that’s every bit as horny, if not more so, with Queer, starring Daniel Craig. And Queer has one of the most astonishing sex scenes of the entire year. It’s been a pretty solid year for sex scenes in movies—despite reports that there’s less sex than ever on our screens. Yet t
5 min read - EntertainmentThe Daily Beast
Inside ‘The End’: The Movie Musical About the End of the World
The Act of Killing, Joshua Oppenheimer’s 2012 documentary about the 1965-1966 genocide in Indonesia, is one of this millennium’s true masterpieces, and its 2014 companion piece The Look of Silence is equally phenomenal. Thus, expectations have been sky-high for the director’s follow-up, which turns out to be not only a work of fiction, but an all-out musical. The End, which hits theaters Dec. 6, is everything admirers could have hoped for and more: a complex, deft, and deeply affecting story abo
13 min read - BusinessYahoo Personal Finance
Mortgage and refinance rates today, December 5, 2024: Lowest rates since October
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. The 30-year and 15-year fixed rates have each dropped by over 10 basis points. Lock in your rate today.
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