China has decided to keep a helpful tax rule going. This rule gives people money back on their taxes if they buy a new home within a year of selling their old one. The government has said this will be in place from January 1, 2026, until December 31, 2027. This tax break is a big deal for people wh
States are taking charge of employment laws, creating a mix of rules that can be confusing for businesses. From AI in hiring to menopause protections, here's what's changing. AI is a hot topic. Some states are making rules to stop AI from being biased in hiring. Illinois has a new law about this, a
In Michigan, a serious legal battle is unfolding. Four Black employees have taken their former boss, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and other top officials to court. They accuse the department of racial discrimination and creating a hostile work environment. This isn't just any lawsuit—it's a bi
Melissa Gilbert, famous for her role in "Little House on the Prairie, " has taken down her Instagram account. This move comes as her husband, Timothy Busfield, faces serious allegations. Busfield is accused of inappropriate behavior with two young boys when they were just seven years old. He was dir
Giovanne Schachere is making a big difference in California and Washington. He leads groups that help people who are homeless or just out of jail. These groups give them medical help, housing, and support to stay on track. Running things in two states isn't easy. Each state has different rules and
A husband-wife duo from Berkeley is blending art and science in a fresh way. Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg, both artists in their own right, have teamed up for a new project. Their work, "Ancient Wisdom for a Future Ecology: Trees, Time and Technology, " is set to hit San Francisco soon. This isn
Financial freedom is often seen as a distant goal, something to achieve after years of hard work and saving. But what if there's a better way? Lifestyle investing offers a different path. It's not about waiting until retirement to enjoy life. Instead, it's about creating income streams that support
Jack Smith, a former special counsel, is preparing to speak openly about his probes into Donald Trump. This comes after he was privately questioned by the House Judiciary Committee. The committee's leader, Jim Jordan, announced Smith's upcoming public appearance. Smith's investigations led to two c
JPMorgan Chase is ready to open its wallet wide to keep up with the competition. The bank's CEO, Jamie Dimon, made it clear that they won't hold back on spending to stay ahead of companies like Stripe, SoFi, and Charles Schwab. He said they are always watching what these competitors are doing and ho
Seattle's mayor, Katie Wilson, is under fire for a recent photo shared on her official X account. The image shows her with two people, one holding a sign that reads, "Nazis own flammable cars. " Critics say the word "Nazi" is always a bad idea, no matter the context. Some think Wilson should have b
