NEW YORK (AP) — A year after the Trump administration took control of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the consumer watchdog has largely pulled back from enforcement and regulatory work, changes that consumer advocates and Democrats now estimate have cost Americans at least $19 billion in financial relief. In a report provided to The Associated … Read more
Former FBI Deputy Director Chris Swecker commented on the ongoing investigation into his disappearance Savannah Guthriehis 84 year old mother, Nancy Guthrie. He highlighted key aspects of the case, including the handling of ransom demands and the absence of life-verified evidence. Chris Swecker’s remarks come as the family shared public appeals for her safe return. … Read more
We may receive a commission for purchases made through links. There are over 20 Apple products launching in 2026. With the second-generation AirTag now available, it looks like the company will continue to focus on budget-friendly devices in the first half of the year as it addresses its ability to grow in emerging markets. In … Read more
Megan Moore, the mother of Caleb Moore, 14, of El Dorado, who killed himself after being sexually extorted, testified on February 5, 2026 before the House Judiciary Committee in favor of a bill that would increase the penalties for the crime and provide educational materials. (Grace Hills photo for Kansas Reflector) The Suicide and Crisis … Read more
Benjamin Netanyahu will visit Washington this week amid fears in Israel that Donald Trump will strike a weak deal with Iran. Mr Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, was due to travel to the US in mid-February for the first meeting of Mr Trump’s Peace Council. But the meeting was advanced following the initial round of … Read more
HONG KONG (AP) — Monday’s sentencing of Hong Kong democracy advocate and former media mogul Jimmy Lai has sparked protests from governments and rights groups. Chinese and Hong Kong authorities have defended it, saying it reflects the spirit of the rule of law. Lai, 78, was sentenced to 20 years in prison after being found … Read more
The most recent President Donald Trump has attacked reporters who raise questions about the Epstein files, demanding that the country “move on to something else,” but that is highly unlikely. Many of the documents have not been made public, and those now public have been heavily redacted. The Justice Department will allow members of Congress … Read more
A common mistake when saving for retirement is to focus all your mental energy on one number: your nest egg. But while a large 401(k) and IRA balance is essential, it’s not a complete plan. Without an emergency cash reserve, unexpected expenses can derail your retirement strategy, forcing you to sell assets during market downturns … Read more
I am a parent of two young children. Like many families, they live with a quiet fear that has become a part of everyday life. We are raising our children in a digital world that did not exist when we were young. Screens promise connection, learning and fun. What they often offer in return is … Read more
Scientists say they’ve found a big predictor of how long you’ll live. The data suggest that genetics may be the biggest influence on lifespan. Experts point out that a healthy lifestyle still matters. Lifestyle factors play an important role in living a long and healthy life, but scientists say new research may have found an … Read more