How to claim tax breaks on overtime, tips and more this filing season
Many Americans stand to collect larger tax refunds this year, whether they itemize or not. Certain filers can now write...
Trump is breaking the old global order; allies brace for economic risks
The open split that emerged this week between the United States and some of its closest allies highlights the seismic...
‘Free Solo’ climber Alex Honnold scales Taiwan’s tallest building
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Superstar American climber Alex Honnold scaled Taiwan’s tallest building without assistance or a safety net in an...
Myanmar’s military choreographs an election, with Beijing’s help
YANGON, Myanmar — The election that is expected to assure the continued grip of Myanmar’s military generals over the isolated...
Trump hosts ‘Melania’ screening as Minnesota shooting fallout roils nation
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump on Saturday night hosted a private screening of “Melania,” a new documentary...
Senate Democrats to block government funding after second fatal shooting in Minneapolis
Senate Democrats plan to block a sweeping government funding package after U.S. Border Patrol agents killed a man in Minneapolis...
Senate Democrats will block key funding package, citing aggressive ICE tactics
Senate Democrats will block a sweeping government funding package next week because of concerns over funding Immigration and Customs Enforcement,...
Live updates Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; Video raises questions about DHS account
MINNEAPOLIS — A U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis shortly after 9 a.m. Saturday, federal officials...
Senate Democrats will block key funding package, citing aggressive tactics
Senate Democrats will block a sweeping government funding package next week because of concerns over funding Immigration and Customs Enforcement,...
Experts have 3 tips for setting screen-time boundaries with your kids
Smartphones and screens have increasingly become a rite of passage for many preteens and teens. With the continued rise of...
State, federal officials offer starkly different accounts of Minneapolis shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — A U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis on Saturday, sharply escalating tensions in a...
I had carpal tunnel surgery. Here’s how it helped.
The pain in my hands jolted me awake at 3 a.m. Frustrated, I vigorously shook them until it felt like...
Pets are family. But can you claim them as dependents on your tax return?
I get deluged by questions at tax time, but the most common are about deductions. As in: “Can I deduct...
‘Heated Rivalry’ is a hit in Russia, where LGBTQ+ content is heavily censored
“Heated Rivalry,” a Canadian drama featuring a clandestine queer romance between two hockey players that has ignited online fandoms worldwide,...
‘Free Solo’ climber Alex Honnold begins scaling Taiwan’s tallest building
TAIPEI, Taiwan — American superstar climber Alex Honnold started his attempt to scale Taiwan’s tallest building on Sunday morning without...
