U.S. Government to Automatically Enroll Eligible Young Men for Military Draft This Year
The federal government is set to start registering young people for the U.S. military draft later this year. This longstanding requirement, which compels men to self-register at 18, will transition to a new system that utilizes existing federal data for automatic registration. In December, the U.S. government will begin the automatic enrollment of eligible youngsters […]
Why Mackenzie Shirilla, the ‘hell on wheels’ killer, is not eligible for a new trial
Mackenzie Cirilla, known for her reckless driving and the deadly crash dubbed the ‘Hell on Wheels’ incident, has had her request for a new trial denied. The reason? Her lawyer didn’t respond quickly enough, resulting in her petition being filed a day late. A ruling from the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals reaffirmed a previous […]
Sophia Kirkby, an American, is looking for a Valentine’s date as the ‘most eligible single woman.’
She’s gotten a flurry of messages. Meet the self-styled “Most Eligible Bachelor” at the Winter Olympics, currently in the scenic yet chilly Italian mountains, on the hunt for both gold and perhaps a diamond ring. Sophia Kirkby, an American luger, has been documenting her Olympic experience in the Village as she balances practice and competition […]
Close to a million residents in Pennsylvania will be eligible for a new earned income tax credit in 2026.
New Tax Credit for Pennsylvania Families As tax season kicks into gear, officials and advocates are highlighting a new state tax credit expected to provide substantial financial relief for working families this year. Starting in 2026, nearly a million residents in Pennsylvania will qualify for the Working Pennsylvania Tax Credit. This initiative, recently enacted as […]
If you purchased a new car last year, you may be eligible for this tax benefit. Here are the details.
New Tax Break for Car Buyers Offers Loan Interest Deduction If you joined the ranks of new car owners in the past year, there’s a tax break that might help you out. This deduction allows you to claim the interest paid on car loans. This deduction was part of the Republican Party’s “Big and Beautiful […]
Are you a homeowner? Discover the tax deductions you could be eligible for this tax season.
As homeowners get ready to file their taxes this year, many are likely reflecting on what deductions they might qualify for and whether to choose itemizing or the standard deduction. Each person’s tax situation can vary widely. “Everyone’s situation is different,” says Kate Wood, a lending expert at NerdWallet. “For most homeowners, it’s tough to […]
New highest social security payments may provide some Americans with as much as $5,251 each month. Here’s who is eligible.
Many Americans on Social Security might be surprised by their paychecks this year. The recent cost-of-living adjustment has risen from 2.5% to 2.8% for 2025, enabling some beneficiaries to see their maximum monthly checks reach $5,251. This marks a significant jump from the current average Social Security check of $2,071. For those receiving the maximum […]
Dodgers finalize agreements with Anthony Banda and other players eligible for arbitration
The Dodgers have successfully avoided a salary arbitration hearing for the sixth consecutive year. With the arbitration deadline approaching, the team finalized agreements with their last four arbitration-eligible players for the upcoming season. Reliever Brusdar Graterol has settled on a $2.8 million deal. He missed all of 2025 after undergoing shoulder surgery last offseason, but […]
New cars manufactured in the USA are eligible for Trump tax benefit, according to the IRS.
January 1, 2026, 9:11 a.m. ET Taxpayers purchasing a new vehicle in 2025 might qualify for significant tax breaks next filing season, provided the vehicle is produced in the United States, according to the Internal Revenue Service. Those interested should check their vehicle information labels (VINs) to see if their 2025 purchases are eligible for […]
Trump’s tax law may allow millions of Americans to pay no federal income tax. Who is eligible and how to access it in 2026.
Trump’s Tax Changes and Their Impact on Americans President Donald Trump’s recent tax legislation aims to lessen the tax burden for a significant portion of the U.S. population. According to projections from the Tax Policy Center, around 40% of American households could face a federal income tax bill of $0 by 2025. Interestingly, this same […]