Janet Yellen issues warning to Congress as US nears debt limit | US politics

In a letter sent to Congressional leaders Friday afternoon, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called the “extraordinary measures” aimed at preventing the debt ceiling from being hit as early as Jan. 14. , that is, it is necessary to initiate special accounting measures. . “Treasury expects to reach the statutory debt ceiling between January 14 and […]
‘Weight-inclusive’ doctors slammed for refusing to weigh patients for fear of upsetting them

A growing number of doctors across a wide range of specialties have done away with routine patient weigh-ins in an effort to avoid weight shaming, but others argue this obscures a critical health metric. Patients are typically weighed as a first step at a routine doctor visit. But the standard practice is increasingly falling out of […]
Vanguard strikes deal with FDIC over huge holdings in US banks – Financial Times

Stay informed with free updates Just sign up for US financial regulation myFT Digest — delivered straight to your inbox. Vanguard has bowed to regulatory pressure and agreed to new oversight of investments in some U.S. lenders, a decision that could have far-reaching implications for asset managers and banks. The deal, unveiled Friday by the […]
The Consummate Deal-Maker: Trump Tells Supreme Court He Wants To Resolve Tik-Tok Controversy

President-elect Donald Trump filed briefs with the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday, asking the justices to block legislation that would have required the social media platform TikTok to be sold or shut down by January 19. In April, President Joe Biden signed A law allowing Chinese-owned social media platforms to be banned unless they are […]
Bird flu is a growing threat to pets — here’s how to protect your furry friends

The death of a pet cat in Oregon and a pet food recall raise questions about the ongoing outbreak of bird flu and how people can protect their pets. Avian influenza has been prevalent among wild birds for many years. chicken, turkey and many other animals. It was first confirmed in dairy cows in the […]
Arizona man found dead near to smoldering vehicle

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Legendary Sportscaster Greg Gumbel Dead at 78

Legendary CBS Sportscaster and play-by-play analyst Greg Gumbel has passed away after a battle with cancer, according to a statement from his family released Friday by CBS Sports. Gumbel was 78 years old. Gumbel's instantly recognizable voice was synonymous with meaningful NFL football as he frequently called games that had an impact on the postseason. […]
GOP rep on backing Johnson as Speaker: 'I'm going to keep my options open’

Rep. Scott Perry (Pennsylvania), former chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, has joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) as the House prepares to formally elect a speaker on January 3. He is the latest Republican lawmaker to decline to express support. , added uncertainty to the prospects of Republican leaders retaining the gavel. “I think Mike […]
Keanu Reeves scammer swindles widow, 67, out of life savings in romance fraud: ‘I was lonely’

A senior citizen in San Diego is now living in his car after being scammed out of his life savings by a scammer pretending to be Keanu Reeves. Katherine Goodson, 67, went public with her harrowing story to raise awareness about the growing number of celebrity romance scams affecting older people. “I don't blame anyone […]
Big Lots in deal to keep hundreds of stores open

Big Lots announced Friday that it will sell its stores, distribution centers and intellectual property to retailers including Variety Wholesaler to Gordon Brothers in an effort to preserve the brand and save some distributors and jobs. – Announced that it has reached an agreement with Retail Partners. Privately owned Variety Wholesalers plans to acquire 200 […]