A new way to help some college students: Zero percent, no-fee loans
The Hechinger Report reports on a new zero percent, no-fee loan program in Hawaii helping low-income students pursue degrees, fostering a pay-it-forward model.
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How to pass a rental credit check successfully
TurboTenant reports tips for passing a rental credit check, emphasizing strong documentation and alternative options for those with bad credit.
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Here’s how much house $1M buys you across the US
Redfin Real Estate reports a record number of million-dollar homes across the U.S., with prices varying significantly by city and market conditions.
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Top reasons cars experience break downs and how to prevent them
Burbank Mobile Service reports that most car breakdowns are preventable with regular maintenance, addressing small issues promptly.
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Understanding high cholesterol: Symptoms, risks, and treatment options
SaveHealth reports that high cholesterol affects 1 in 3 Americans, often without symptoms until serious events occur. It is treatable via lifestyle changes and medications.
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14 interesting facts about self-driving cars
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. reports on 14 intriguing facts about self-driving cars, highlighting their history, benefits, challenges, and safety concerns.
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Judge dismisses Trump’s copyright lawsuit against Bob Woodward and audiobook publisher
By Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — President Trump’s lawsuit against journalist Bob Woodward and his publishing house Simon & Schuster was dismissed by a federal judge on Friday, the same day that Trump filed a new and unrelated suit against the Wall Street Journal. US District Judge Paul Gardephe of the Southern District of New
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US envoy says Syria and Israel agree to ceasefire as Druze minority and Bedouin clans clash in Syria
By GHAITH ALSAYED and ABBY SEWELL Associated Press MAZRAA, Syria (AP) — U.S. envoy to Syria Tom Barrack said early Saturday that Israel and Syria had agreed to a ceasefire following Israel’s intervention this week in fighting between Syrian government forces and rival armed groups. The announcement came as renewed clashes erupted between Druze groups
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Forced from Bhutan, deported by the US: these stateless Himalayan people are in a unique limbo
By Lex Harvey and Chiranjivi Ghimire, CNN Beldangi refugee camp, Nepal (CNN) — More than two dozen refugees from Bhutan have been left in a unique legal limbo after they were deported by the US back to the tiny Himalayan nation they once fled – only for it to reject them a second time. The
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Israel and Syria agree to ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkey says
By Mitchell McCluskey and Gul Tuysuz, CNN (CNN) — Syria and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire, US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack said on Friday. The deal was “embraced” by Turkey, Jordan and other neighboring countries, the ambassador, who also serves as the US special envoy to Syria, said in a post on X.
Continue Reading Trump files lawsuit against Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over reporting on Epstein ties
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump files lawsuit against Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over reporting on Epstein ties.
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DOJ moves to release grand jury testimony in Epstein case
CNN By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration’s chaotic handling of the so-called Jeffrey Epstein files continued Friday as the Justice Department asked a federal judge to make public years-old grand jury testimony made behind closed doors against the convicted sex offender. In its filing, the department justified releasing the heretofore secret evidence
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Lawyer says lawsuit is over between ex-NFL star Shannon Sharpe and woman who accused him of rape
LAS VEGAS (AP) — NFL Hall of Fame member Shannon Sharpe has resolved a lawsuit that accused him of sexually assaulting a woman during their relationship, her attorney said Friday. “All matters have now been addressed satisfactorily, and the matter is closed. The lawsuit will thus be dismissed with prejudice,” Tony Buzbee said on X,
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Salvation Amy provides back-to-school dates
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the school year quickly approaches, The Salvation Army is gearing up for its annual back-to-school events.
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Churches battle the “summer slump”
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Like many organizations, churches struggle with attendance during the summer months.
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National League Glance
All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Philadelphia 55 42 .567 — New York 55 43 .561 ½ Miami 45 51 .469 9½ Atlanta 43 53 .448 11½ Washington 38 59 .392 17 Central Division W L Pct GB Chicago 58 39 .598 — Milwaukee 57 40 .588 1 Cincinnati 51 47 .520
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Trump files libel lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday letters
By Michael Williams, Dan Berman and Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump is filing a libel lawsuit against the publisher of the Wall Street Journal and reporters who wrote a story about a collection of letters gifted to Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday in 2003, including a note bearing Trump’s name and
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All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Toronto 56 41 .577 — New York 53 44 .546 3 Boston 53 46 .535 4 Tampa Bay 51 47 .520 5½ Baltimore 43 53 .448 12½ Central Division W L Pct GB Detroit 59 39 .602 — Cleveland 47 49 .490 11 Minnesota 47 50
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Pro Football Hall of Famer and podcast star Shannon Sharpe settles sexual assault and battery lawsuit
By Kevin Dotson and David Close, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s Note: This report contains graphic descriptions of sexual acts. Former NFL star Shannon Sharpe has reached a settlement with the anonymous woman who filed a lawsuit against the famed tight end, accusing him of multiple instances of assault, sexual assault, battery and sexual battery, according
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Superb Scottie Scheffler posts career-lowest major round to surge into ominous Open lead
By Jack Bantock, CNN (CNN) — If Scottie Scheffler is still wrestling with just why he wants to win the Open Championship, he’s doing a remarkable job of hiding it. Three days after his extensive, existential rumination on the fleeting fulfilment of success, the world No. 1 ripped through the Royal Portrush course on Friday
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Iowa attorney general to end lawsuit against a sheriff over his immigration post
By HANNAH FINGERHUT Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa’s attorney general on Friday said she will withdraw her lawsuit accusing a sheriff of discouraging compliance with federal immigration law, ending a monthslong public dispute between the two Republicans days after the sheriff’s northeast Iowa constituents rallied in his defense. Attorney General Brenna Bird
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Trump sues Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over reporting on Epstein ties
By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, LARRY NEUMEISTER and JILL COLVIN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch Friday, a day after the newspaper published a story reporting on his ties to wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein. The move came shortly after
Continue Reading Justice Department asks court to unseal Jeffrey Epstein grand jury records
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department asked a federal court on Friday to unseal grand jury transcripts in Jeffrey Epstein’s case amid a firestorm over the Trump administration’s handling of records related to the wealthy financier.
Continue Reading DOJ moves to release grand jury testimony in Epstein case
By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration’s chaotic handling of the so-called Jeffrey Epstein files continued Friday as the Justice Department asked a federal judge to make public years-old grand jury testimony made behind closed doors against the convicted sex offender. In its filing, the department justified releasing the heretofore secret evidence as
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Did money or politics cause Colbert cancellation? Either way, the economics are tough for TV
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer CBS says its decision to end Stephen Colbert’s late-night comedy show is financial, not political. Yet even with the ample skepticism about that explanation, there’s no denying the economics were not working in Colbert’s favor. The network’s bombshell announcement late Thursday that the “Late Show” will end next May
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Did money or politics cause Colbert cancellation? Either way, the economics are tough for TV
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer CBS says its decision to end Stephen Colbert’s late-night comedy show is financial, not political. Yet even with the ample skepticism about that explanation, there’s no denying the economics were not working in Colbert’s favor. The network’s bombshell announcement late Thursday that the “Late Show” will end next May
Continue Reading Justice Department asks court to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts amid firestorm over disgraced financier’s case
NEW YORK (AP) — Justice Department asks court to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts amid firestorm over disgraced financier’s case.
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Lawyer argues Call of Duty maker can’t be held responsible for actions of Uvalde, Texas, shooter
By ANDREW DALTON Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — A lawyer for the maker of the video game Call of Duty argued Friday that a judge should dismiss a lawsuit brought by families of the victims of the Robb Elementary School attack in Uvalde, Texas, saying the contents of the war game are protected by
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Trump’s attacks on Powell threaten the Fed’s independence. Here’s why it matters
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has opened up a new front in his attack on the Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell: He says the alledged mismanagement of a building renovation project could be grounds for firing Powell. Such an unprecedented step could send the financial markets
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What to know ahead of Missouri’s tax-free weekend
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — As the days of summer are ticking away, parents are preparing for a long-awaited weekend to save some money on back-to-school necessities.
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