Keeping Up With America | | Kentucky faces devastating flooding with 8 dead and more than a thousand rescued: Severe flooding has wreaked havoc across Kentucky, leading to more than 1,000 rescues as emergency teams race to help those trapped by rising waters. At least eight fatalities have been confirmed, with officials warning the death toll will likely rise as search-and-rescue efforts continue.
Transportation Department workers with 'exceptional' reviews told they're fired for 'performance' issues: Letters went out to dozens of probationary employees in at least one section of the Department of Transportation that said part of the reason they were being fired was for poor performance, according to a copy of the letter obtained by NBC News.
Scientists racing to discover the depth of ocean damage sparked by the L.A. wildfires: On a recent Sunday, Tracy Quinn drove down the Pacific Coast Highway to assess damage wrought upon the coastline by the Palisades Fire.
FDA updates recall for over 2 million MadeGood granola bars: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has made an update to its MadeGood granola bar recall. The popular granola bars, sold on Amazon and in stores like Target, Whole Foods, Wegmans, CVS, among others, were voluntarily recalled in December due to possible metal contamination.
Trump attends the Daytona 500 and says the spirit of NASCAR will 'fuel America's Golden Age': Donald Trump is attending Sunday's Daytona 500, a race that he said is a unifying event with a spirit that will "fuel America's Golden Age." In a presidential message released as he flew to Daytona Beach, Florida, Trump said the opening event of the NASCAR series brings together people from all walks of life in a "shared passion for speed, adrenaline and the thrill of the race."
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| Should probationary federal employees be fired based on performance reviews or just status? | | | | Around the World | Gold mine collapse in Mali kills 42, injures several others: A gold mine collapsed in eastern Mali, killing dozens of people and injuring many more, according to Malian television and officials in the Kéniéba district where the accident occurred. It is the second major accident this year in the French-speaking West African country, which is one of Africa's top three gold producers. | Rwanda-backed rebels take second major city in Congo, making unprecedented gains: Rwanda-backed rebels reached the center of east Congo's second largest city, Bukavu, on Sunday morning and took control of the South Kivu province administrative office after little resistance from government forces, many of whom fled the rebels' advance. |
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| | | | Richer, Wiser, Happier | Here's How to Get Out of Credit Card Debt: Credit card debt can feel overwhelming, especially when high interest rates keep making the balance grow. The good news is you can take control of your debt and pay it off faster with the right strategies. Here are some of the best ways to get out of credit card debt and take back your financial freedom. |
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| 3 Good Reasons Not to Keep Money in a Savings Account | James McClenathen, Fool. A high-yield savings account is the best place for your emergency fund and any other money you might need within a few years. You always want some cash set aside that you can tap whenever you need it. However, a savings account is not the best place to put money you're saving for big, long-term goals. Keeping all your money in savings could cost you thousands of dollars in interest and taxes. Here are three reasons why you might want to put your money elsewhere. |
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| Spousal Social Security Benefits: 3 Things All Retired Couples Should Know: Close to 70 million Americans will receive a Social Security check in 2025, with benefits making up nearly one-third of older adults' retirement income, according to the Social Security Administration. Spousal benefits can boost your checks substantially, with the average payment landing at around $931 per month, as of January 2025. If you're married or divorced, there are a few things you need to know about this type of Social Security heading into retirement. |
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