Keeping Up With America | | Harvard announces free tuition for families making under $200K annually: Harvard announced on Monday that undergraduate tuition will be free for students of families who make annual incomes of $200,000 or less in a move to make the prestigious institution "affordable to more students than ever."
Man accused of hiding stolen 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers dies ahead of court hearing: Federal charges against the man who allegedly hid a stolen pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" were dropped Monday after the suspect died. Jerry Hal Salitermann, 77, was charged with theft of a major artwork and witness tampering last May, connecting him to the 2005 theft of the iconic shoes worn by Garland in the 1939 film classic.
Deported family of U.S. citizen girl recovering from brain surgery alleges civil rights abuses in new complaint: A family that was deported to Mexico is requesting an investigation into abuses they say they faced in U.S. detention, according to a civil rights complaint first obtained by NBC News. The mixed-immigration status family, including four U.S. citizen children, one of whom is a 10-year-old girl recovering from brain surgery, are in an area of Mexico where, they say, they fear for their safety.
Video captures moment Connecticut man allegedly held captive by stepmom exits burning house: Police released the body camera footage and 911 call in connection with the case of a Connecticut man who told officers he started a fire in order to escape the small room he had been locked away in by his stepmother for more than two decades.
Semisonic blasts use of 'Closing Time' in White House deportation video: Semisonic said it did not authorize and does not condone the White House using their hit "Closing Time" in a video that appears to depict deportation, the band said in a statement Monday.
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| Do you support the White House using 'Closing Time' in a video on deportation despite the band's objection? | | | | | | | | Richer, Wiser, Happier | 3 smart pet insurance moves dog owners should make this spring: The spring can be an ideal season for pet owners, particularly those who own a dog. Warmer weather and sunnier days bring new opportunities for time spent outside, allowing dogs to gain exercise and socialization that they may have missed during the winter months. It can also be a smart time to secure pet insurance protections. More time spent outdoors, after all, can potentially lead to items like sprains or muscle injuries and certain dogs may also be prone to allergies, all of which without an insurance plan will need to be paid for out-of-pocket by dog owners. |
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| Crypto vs. Gold: As Recession Fears Loom, Which Is the Superior Hedge? | Dominic Basulto, Fool. All eyes are now on gold as the ultimate safe-haven asset. The price of gold just hit $3,000 per ounce, an all-time record. That comes amid a correction in the equity markets, a substantial decline in the crypto market, and widespread concerns about what's going to happen next with U.S. economic policy. But don't forget about Bitcoin (BTC 1.44%), which has often been referred to as "digital gold." A growing number of top investors now consider Bitcoin to be superior to physical gold as a store of value, a hedge against inflation, and a safe haven amid economic uncertainty. But is it? |
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| Do you have to pay taxes by April 15 if you file an extension?: Every year, as the tax deadline approaches, millions of Americans scramble to gather their financial documents, hoping to submit their returns on time. For some, the process is straightforward, but for others, it's a mad dash filled with last-minute calculations, missing forms and an overwhelming sense of stress as the deadline looms closer. If you find yourself in the latter group, you might consider filing for a tax extension, which will grant an automatic six-month extension for filing your return. |
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