Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

Common food preservatives linked to cancer and type 2 diabetes

Common preservatives used to keep food safe and extend shelf life may be linked to a higher risk of several cancers and type 2 diabetes, according to two new studies in France. “These findings are very important for preservatives that are not only widely used in the French and European markets, but also in the … Read more

Mohammad Sinwar – Hamas military chief who said hitting Israel is ‘easier than drinking water’

Mohammad Sinwar – Hamas military chief who said hitting Israel is ‘easier than drinking water’

By Nidal al-Mughrabi Jan 7 (Reuters) – Mohammad Sinwar, the elusive Hamas military chief in Gaza, has been Israel’s most wanted man for months after his brother’s death in 2024. On December 29, Hamas announced that he had died at the age of 49, about seven months after Israel said it had killed him in … Read more

What is the monthly payment on a $700,000 mortgage?

What is the monthly payment on a 0,000 mortgage?

A mortgage loan of $700,000 may sound high. But if you’re in hot real estate markets like California, Hawaii, or Washington, DC, it may be closer to the norm — especially if you’re looking to buy a larger home. So the question is: do the monthly payments on a $700,000 mortgage fit your budget? Read … Read more

Yes, you should watch the video of the Minneapolis ice shoot

Yes, you should watch the video of the Minneapolis ice shoot

Sign up for Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism and advice available, delivered to your inbox daily. What happened Wednesday morning in Minneapolis? If you believe Department of Homeland Security Public Affairs Officer Tricia McLaughlin, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers found themselves in mortal danger when “violent protesters” disrupted their “targeted operations.” As … Read more

Trump is trying to mobilize the House GOP, but is faltering as the party’s majority narrows

Trump is trying to mobilize the House GOP, but is faltering as the party’s majority narrows

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump insisted Tuesday that Republicans have “so many good nuggets” to campaign on this year as he tries to maintain his slim edge in the House. But the president’s nearly 90-minute address to House Republicans had little in the way of a new policy agenda or a new cohesive message … Read more

“Design a car for a deaf person”

“Design a car for a deaf person”

It’s no secret that landing a new job is tough, with candidates constantly complaining about the endless hoops recruiters make them jump through to prove they’re the perfect fit, from endless rounds of interviews to tests and 90-minute presentations. But for young people in particular, the challenge is even steeper. Around a fifth of Generation … Read more

A long period of stability

A long period of stability

Mortgage rates have sustained a long period of stability. According to Zillow, the average 30-year fixed rate is 6.01%down three basis points. Meanwhile, the 15-year fixed home loan rate rose four basis points to 5.45%. These small movements in both directions have been the norm for many weeks. Here are the current mortgage rates, according … Read more

Warren Buffett says this is the best investment to build long-term wealth

Warren Buffett says this is the best investment to build long-term wealth

Paul Morigi/Getty Images Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue by linking to the content below. With an estimated net worth of around $147.5 billion, legendary investor Warren Buffett has built an extraordinary financial empire – making him the ninth richest man in the world (1). Now 95, Buffett has finally stepped … Read more