By PHILIP MARCELO, Associated Press CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. (AP) — Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, faces sentencing in federal court on Friday. The New York Republican, who served in Congress for barely a year before being ousted in 2023 by his House colleagues, pleaded guilty last summer to federal wire fraud and … [Read more...] about Ex-US Rep. George Santos faces sentencing for fraud after duping donors and voters
Asked on Reddit: How should I trim my monthly budget?
By Kimberly Palmer, NerdWallet The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Over on Reddit, a user recently asked for budgeting advice. After itemizing their current … [Read more...] about Asked on Reddit: How should I trim my monthly budget?
So you saw ‘Conclave’ the movie. Here’s what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves
By HOLLY MEYER, Associated Press Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honored tradition. But for the impending conclave following the death of Pope Francis, the ranks of armchair Vatican experts have swelled thanks to Hollywood. “Conclave” the film, a moody 2024 political thriller, introduced many laypeople to the ancient selection process with its … [Read more...] about So you saw ‘Conclave’ the movie. Here’s what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves
China says there are no negotiations with the US over tariffs
By HUIZHONG WU, Associated Press BANGKOK (AP) — China on Thursday denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs, saying that any suggestion of progress in this matter was as groundless as “trying to catch the wind.” China’s comments come after Trump said Tuesday that the final tariff rate on China’s exports … [Read more...] about China says there are no negotiations with the US over tariffs
European benchmarks slide while Asia finishes mixed as uncertainty persists over Trump’s plans
By YURI KAGEYAMA, Associated Press Business Writer TOKYO (AP) — Global shares traded mixed Thursday, as worries crept back following a Wall Street rally that came after President Donald Trump appeared to back off his criticism of the Federal Reserve and his tough talk in his trade war. France’s CAC 40 slipped 0.9% in early trading to 7,412.26, while the German DAX shed early … [Read more...] about European benchmarks slide while Asia finishes mixed as uncertainty persists over Trump’s plans