Новости за 19.04.2024

Looking to upgrade your backyard or patio without spending a fortune? I'm an interior designer and I've perused Wayfair's Big Outdoor Sale for awesome markdowns to help you get started. Through April 23 at 9am ET, the furniture brand is offering up to 70% off everything from patio sets and grills to fire pits and gazebos. I've chosen some of the best finds on the site including a 4-piece wicker patio set for just $318 (was $878), a solid wood Adirondack chair for $138 (that's 66% off), a Weber... Читать дальше...

Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian

Taylor Swift‘s newest album, a 31-track anthology titled The Tortured Poets Department, has shocked fans for numerous reasons, but Swifties just can’t seem to let go of the presumed meaning of the lyrics in the song “thanK you aIMee.”

In it, Swift sings about a “bronze spray-tanned statue” of a high school bully in her hometown whom she claimed her mother Andrea, a “saintly woman,” used to “[wish] were dead.” 

As the song continues, Swift describes... Читать дальше...

The knifeman launched his assault outside the school about 2pm on Thursday, targeting two girls aged 11 and 7 before fleeing

A French teenager died from a heart attack during a lock-in to protect students from a knifeman attacking children outside their school.

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A US teenager accused of planning a mass shooting at his former elementary school was arrested after sharing a story he wrote describing the attack, police say.

Saving and investing are both important concepts for building a sound financial foundation, but they’re not the same thing. While both can help you achieve a more comfortable financial future, consumers need to know the differences and when it’s best to save compared to when it’s best to invest.

As we age, our skin changes. It's a fact of life. Wrinkles and lines appear, sun spots set in, and many of us begin to struggle with issues like rosacea or a sallow complexion. We can't turn back the hands of time, but we can help them tick a little slower with the right products — like Laura Geller New York Baked Balance-n-Brighten Color-Correcting Powder Foundation. Fans say it evens out skin tone and smooths out creases and pores for a fresher, still-natural look. Right now, the popular powder is on rare sale in the travel size... Читать дальше...

Traders looking to trade at any hour of the day now have the ability to swap stocks 24 hours a day during the week. A handful of brokers offer all-day trading, also known as overnight trading, so if you’re hunting for a midnight stock snack, you’ll need an account there to feed your urge.

As someone who loves pretty things, I’ve always insisted on having aesthetically pleasing luggage. The inside of said luggage, however, has tended to be waaay less than pretty. That's because, until recently, I was a terrible packer with a habit of chaotically cramming my possessions into my bags, the result being a wrinkled, disordered, inpenetrable mess. Then I discovered the greatest weekend bag in existence: Calpak's Luka Duffel. Reminder: Every airline allows you one personal item along with the carry-on you stow up top... Читать дальше...

We're always on the hunt for sneakers that will keep our aches and pains at bay. We're talking foot pain, hip pain, and, of course, back pain. There's so much that goes into picking a perfect pair of sneakers, including how and when you plan to wear them. We can't help but take notice of a shoe brand that starts to go viral with shoppers old and young adding them to their carts. That's exactly what happened with Hoka sneakers not too long ago, and we simply needed to see for ourselves. 

If you're a fan of Lululemon or someone you love is, you may know that their bestsellers can be hard to come by. And they're almost never marked down. That's why we're always peeking into the We Made Too Much section, so when something great slides in there, we can let you know. Known for being incredibly durable and a wee bit pricey, Lululemon has become the athleisure standard all other activewear is measured up to. There are hundreds of styles, including their infamous Align High Rise leggings... Читать дальше...

Your retirement account is a reflection of your hard work over the years. And as you get closer to retirement age, you may think about tapping some of those funds to cover unexpected costs.

Rising interest rates favor savvy savers, and today's rates of return are some of the highest we've seen in decades — especially on certificates of deposit. Today's CDs offer a low-risk way to accelerate your savings with significantly higher interest than the national average, helping you to bulk out your piggy bank toward a short-term savings goal or to ride out a rainy day.

Average mortgage rates surged amid continued inflation concerns fanned by last week's discouraging economic data that could push anticipated rate cuts, rounding out the week at increases of more than 20 basis points week over week on 15- and 30-year terms as of Friday, April 19, 2024.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Israeli missiles have hit a site in Iran, ABC News reported late on Thursday, citing a U.S. official, while Iranian state media reported an explosion in the center of the country, days after Iran launched a retaliatory drone strike on Israel.

April 19 will mark the official beginning of Taylor Swift's new era with the release of her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” The LP is to be released at 12 a.m. ET and listening parties from New York City, Washington, D.C., and beyond are ready to hear what the singer-songwriter du jour has up her cardigan sleeve.

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An adult film star. Alleged secret payments. A turncoat lawyer. And a candidate for president of the United States.

Over 100 people were arrested and issued summonses for trespass — including Rep. Ilhan Omar’s daughter — after protesters set up an encampment at New York’s Columbia University in support of Gaza, police said.

How are Tesla's (TSLA) corporate directors responding to this month's massive delivery miss, a rash of layoffs, reports of an end to a lower-priced family sedan, and a sinking stock price? They are urging shareholders to make sure CEO Elon Musk gets a hefty pay package. 

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating how two jetliners were put on an apparent collision course as they were leaving Reagan National Airport Thursday morning, prompting air traffic controllers to frantically radio each plane to stop.

Key takeaways

• A lower credit score doesn’t necessarily mean a lender will deny you a home equity loan. It does mean the loan will be more expensive, as you won’t get the lowest interest rate.

• It’s possible to get a home equity loan with a fair credit score — as low as 620 — as long as other requirements around debt, equity and income are met.

• Strategies for getting a loan despite your bad credit include taking on a co-signer, applying to a place where you currently bank... Читать дальше...