New tax regulations could make 2025 taxes more challenging. Should you handle it yourself or get a professional?
January 24, 2026, 5:02 a.m. ET It’s that time of year again—deciding whether to tackle your taxes on your own or enlist a professional. The IRS is set to start accepting returns for the 2025 tax year on January 26, amid significant tax law changes since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. This […]
Jamie Dimon is discovering the consequences of a CEO challenging Trump.
Banking Drama in Trump’s Second Term New York — In the latest chapter of Wall Street’s relationship with politics, top bankers have generally kept a low profile regarding President Donald Trump. The prevailing strategy has been to stay neutral: nod along, avoid stepping on toes, and evade becoming a target. However, that changed not long […]
49ers planning to part ways with Brandon Aiyuk after challenging time, GM states
Brandon Aiyuk’s Future with the 49ers Uncertain John Lynch, the president of football operations and general manager for the San Francisco 49ers, has made it clear that wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s tenure with the team may be coming to an end. In a statement during the team’s end-of-season press conference, Lynch remarked, “I think it’s […]
Mamdani advocates for another tax increase, challenging fellow Democrat Hochul’s budget plan
Mayor Pushes for Tax Increases Despite State Budget Proposal Mayor Zoran Mamdani expressed skepticism over Governor Kathy Hochul’s state budget plan, which aims to avoid raising income taxes. He announced his intention to advocate for these increases nonetheless. This move is part of Mamdani’s strategy to align himself with Hochul and her more liberal supporters, […]
Nets’ weak defense proves too challenging to handle in defeat to Suns
Nets Struggle Despite Win Over Suns In a matchup before a crowd of 17,344 at Barclays Center, the Nets managed to secure a 126-117 victory against the Suns, but their defensive issues were glaring once again. Even with key players like Egor Demin, Cam Thomas, and Dayron Sharpe sidelined, Brooklyn’s offense remained fairly consistent. Still, […]
Fernando Mendoza’s early time in Indiana was challenging before his career took off.
MIAMI — The Journey of Fernando Mendoza Fernando Mendoza’s path to becoming a Heisman Trophy winner and potentially the top draft pick has seen its fair share of challenges. He didn’t exactly step into Indiana last spring as the top-tier quarterback everyone expected. “Honestly, the spring wasn’t great at times,” said Hoosiers quarterbacks coach Chandler […]
Leading the Knicks to an NBA title with smaller Jalen Brunson is a challenging task, according to analysts.
Can the Knicks Win with Brunson as Their Best Player? There’s an ongoing debate surrounding the New York Knicks and whether they can clinch a championship with Jalen Brunson, a smaller guard, leading the team. It’s a tricky situation. “It’s challenging,” said Tim Legler, a former NBA player and ESPN analyst. “Even if we look […]
Tom Brady shares that his divorce from Gisele Bündchen made his last season challenging
Tom Brady Reflects on Personal Struggles Impacting Final NFL Season NFL icon Tom Brady recently shared that his off-field challenges played a significant role in his performance during his last season in the league. During this final season, Brady was navigating a divorce from Gisele Bündchen, a situation he described as not only complex but […]
Eagles criticized for ‘disgusting’ final play decision as a challenging offseason looms
The Eagles’ Play-Calling Woes The Eagles haven’t exactly been known for their creativity this season. In a perplexing decision, offensive coordinator Kevin Pattullo opted to send all four receivers on go routes during a critical fourth-and-11 play, located at the 49ers’ 21-yard line. This was particularly frustrating for fans, especially since the Eagles were down […]
Gail Slater Challenging Ticketmaster’s Dominance
Justice Department Investigates Ticketmaster’s Alleged Monopoly Many Americans have long felt that purchasing concert tickets is akin to being taken advantage of. Recently, the Justice Department has indicated that it has substantial evidence to support these concerns. Just before the holiday season, the Justice Department informed a federal judge that a “mountain of evidence” suggests […]