Just days before submitting his resignation, U.S. special envoy Brett McGurk, who heads the global coalition to defeat the Islamic State, said in an exclusive interview that putting an end to ISIS will be a long-term, multiyear effort. “We’re on track now over the coming months to defeat what used […]
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To navigate holiday returns, watch the clock
Buyer’s remorse may be easy to remedy this holiday season — just remember to mark your calendar. Retailer return policies are more apt to fall on the “nice” list rather than “naughty,” according to a new report from advocacy site ConsumerWorld.org, which has studied store return policies around the holidays […]
The 2019 Acura RDX can compete with luxury crossovers that cost much more
The RDX starts at $37,300 before destination charges. All RDXs come with a panoramic sunroof, the True Touchpad infotainment system and a dynamic drive-mode selector. You’ll need to spend $2,000 to get all-wheel drive, but it’s worth it for the way it transforms the RDX’s handling. The $3,200, technology package […]
Here’s how criminals are using identity theft to scam businesses
Most people are familiar with identity theft, which happens when someone pretends to be someone else to make purchases, apply for credit or even get their tax refund. However, an increasing number of criminals are doing the same thing, but stealing business data. Business identity theft was up 46 percent […]
James Mattis to depart Pentagon by January 1; Trump to name acting Defense Secretary
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that Defense Secretary James Mattis will depart the Pentagon by January 1, a date earlier than anticipated after his stunning resignation, and will appoint Patrick Shanahan — the agency’s number 2 official — as acting Secretary. The president’s announcement, made via Twitter, comes days […]
How electric cars are slowly moving from niche to something ‘people want to buy’
For your next car, would you consider plugging it in instead of filling it up? “Electric vehicle sales are still under 2 percent of the new car sales every month, so it’s a very small number,” said Kelley Blue Book executive analyst Rebecca Lindland. But she said that’s beginning to […]
James Mattis’ departure is a crisis for US foreign policy with all the chaos in DC
Russian President Vladimir Putin offered Trump his praise. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis offered his resignation. America’s allies fear the worst. And the top foreign policy lawmaker in Congress cannot stop laughing. As a quarter of the federal government barrels headlong into a shutdown, the biggest story in Washington concerns America’s […]
LeBron James reveals the nighttime routine that helps him perform ‘at the highest level’
LeBron James is one of the best athletes on the planet, with three NBA championship rings and four MVP awards. What’s the key to the 16-season veteran’s success? At least eight hours of sleep, every night. On a recent episode of podcast “The Tim Ferriss Show,” James explained, “that’s the […]
A startling 38 percent of wealthy Republicans wouldn’t vote to re-elect Trump: CNBC survey
The 2020 race for the White House is just barely under way, but the latest CNBC Millionaire Survey shows some troubling signs for the incumbent President Donald Trump, including an energized base of wealthy Democrats and unsteady support from wealthy Republicans. Just 34 percent of America’s millionaires say they would […]
Wealthy GOP lose faith in Trump, as nearly 40% say they wouldn’t vote to re-elect him: CNBC survey
The 2020 race for the White House is just barely under way, but the latest CNBC Millionaire Survey shows some troubling signs for the incumbent President Donald Trump, including an energized base of wealthy Democrats and unsteady support from wealthy Republicans. Just 34 percent of America’s millionaires say they would […]