NASA to launch Artemis II crew on flight around the moon this week. Here’s everything to know about the mission.

After weeks of delays, NASA is finally poised for launch of a historic flight this week to send a crew of four astronauts on a trailblazing nine-day trip around the moon and back. The Artemis II mission — with commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, astronaut Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — is … Read more

Here’s what needs to happen before oil starts flowing through the Strait of Hormuz again

As the U.S.-Iran war nears the one-month mark, the fragile global oil market has emerged as a key leverage point for Iran — and some shipping and insurance experts don’t expect the situation to return to normal until the war winds down significantly. Since the start of the conflict, Iran has threatened to hit ships … Read more

Are you judgment-proof? Here’s what it means for credit card debt.

What being judgment-proof does and what it doesn’t do can have a major impact on your debt repayment approach. Hanizam/Getty Images Credit card debt has become a serious issue nationwide, with borrower totals now exceeding $1.28 trillion and delinquency rates climbing as borrowers struggle to keep up with their high-rate balances. As that unpaid debt … Read more

If you brush and floss, do you really need mouthwash? We asked dentists and here’s what they said

Brushing your teeth with fluoride toothpaste and flossing daily are oral care essentials, however, mouthwash isn’t exactly a necessary part of your routine. Think of it as a way to enhance your oral care routine, says Dr. Chris Salierno, the chief dental officer at Tend, a dental studio company with several locations in major cities … Read more

HELOC rates are closing in on the 6% range. Here’s what a $20,000 HELOC costs monthly now.

The average HELOC interest rate tumbled yet again this week, opening new opportunities up for homeowners. Andrii Yalanskyi/Getty Images Just above the 6% range.  That’s where the average home equity line of credit (HELOC) interest rate declined this week, the latest in a series of declines that have now brought rates here to their lowest … Read more

Investing in a quality grinder is the trick to great tasting coffee at home — here’s what you should shop for

One thing that many coffee drinkers don’t realize is that a quality brew comes down to more than just the beans. Though your beans can certainly be the difference between a swoon-worthy sip and something you’d rather spit out, the equipment you use to prep that cup of joe can also impact how it turns … Read more

Census shows population growth slowing in U.S. metro areas. Here’s where the steepest declines are.

The rate of population growth in U.S. metro areas diminished nationwide in 2025, with those along the U.S.-Mexico border seeing the steepest dropoffs, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The agency primarily attributed the losses to declining immigration as well as hurricanes that prompted people to leave parts of the Gulf Coast. The estimates showed … Read more

Here’s what’s in the potential Senate proposal to end the DHS shutdown

Here’s what’s in the potential Senate proposal to end the DHS shutdown – CBS News Watch CBS News Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said they are working towards reaching a deal to end the partial government shutdown. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more details. Source link

Those tiny white bumps aren’t pimples, they’re milia — here’s how to get rid of them

If you’ve noticed small white bumps showing up under your eyes, on your cheeks or other areas of your face, you may be dealing with milia. The bumps are caused by buildup of keratin (a protein found in hair, skin and nails) or dead skin cells under the skin. If you develop milia, don’t worry: … Read more

HELOC rates are near 7%. Here’s how much it costs to borrow $80,000 worth of home equity now.

HELOC borrowing costs have continued to decline in recent weeks. sakchai vongsasiripat/Getty Images While there’s been plenty of news about interest rates lately, especially after the Federal Reserve elected to keep them paused again earlier this month, there has been one affordable silver lining for borrowers – their home equity.  Home equity borrowing rates have … Read more