Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary

PHOENIX — As the head of the conservative Freedom Caucus in the U.S. House, Rep. Andy Biggs was one of the Republican Party’s most hard-line brawlers in Washington, championing President Donald Trump’s agenda while frustrating establishment leaders. U.S. Rep. David Schweikert says those uncompromising tactics are a losing recipe in Arizona, where Republicans have watched … Read more

How do creditors decide whether to accept a settlement offer?

Understanding how settlement decisions are made can help you submit stronger offers and set realistic expectations. Mohd Izzuan/Getty Images Carrying debt has become a lot more expensive over the last few years, and borrowers are really feeling that strain right now. Credit card rates are sitting near 22% on average, high inflation continues to strain … Read more

Do KN95 masks or N95 masks offer better protection?

Fewer people wear face masks than during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, but they’re still great personal protective equipment to keep at home. They can help prevent illness and protect the people around you, especially if you’re experiencing symptoms like sneezing and coughing. There are many face masks to choose from, but according to the … Read more

EasyJet accepts takeover offer from by private equity firm Apollo amid apparent bidding war with Castlerock

British budget airline EasyJet said Friday it reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake. The fresh offer signals a bidding battle could now emerge between the two U.S. investors for ownership of the carrier. Apollo’s … Read more

Shingles vaccine may also offer protection against dementia, studies increasingly show

The shingles vaccine may significantly help protect older adults against dementia, a growing body of evidence shows. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Exactly how is unclear. The nervous system, however, likely holds clues. Shingles, a condition triggered by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus … Read more

Trump sells Iran deal to voters as U.S., Tehran offer conflicting accounts of terms

President Trump stumped in Pennsylvania on Tuesday as disagreements over the initial deal with Iran appeared to multiply, adding to confusion over what’s been agreed to and what’s left to resolve. CBS News’ Weijia Jiang and Samantha Vinograd have the latest. Source link

US is interested in a Polish offer for a permanent US military base, Polish official says

WARSAW, Poland — A senior Polish defense official said Wednesday that the United States has expressed interest in potentially establishing a permanent U.S. military base in Poland. Cezary Tomczyk, Poland’s deputy defense minister, spoke to The Associated Press a day after the Polish government approved steps to allow such a U.S. permanent base in Poland, … Read more

As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ offer mixed opinions of the rocket company

SpaceX’s headquarters in Starbase, Texas, which sits at the state’s southern tip in the Rio Grande Valley, emerges almost unexpectedly after miles of long, dusty dirt roads. Before SpaceX arrived, the area was known primarily for its coastal wildlife, especially bird watching. Locals say there were a few dozen homes, mostly winter residences for retirees, … Read more

Will SpaceX’s IPO soar or sputter? Past IPOs offer clues.

Previous large initial public offerings suggest SpaceX investors could be in for a bumpy ride after Elon Musk’s rocket company goes public on Friday.  Companies staging major IPOs often see their share price surge over the first several days or weeks of trading, but then return to earth. Such stocks routinely fall below their offering price … Read more

Trump administration to offer ‘premium’ expedited visa interviews for $750

Boston federal judge blocks Trump fee for H-1B visas Fox News correspondent David Spunt reports on a federal judge in Boston blocking the Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it amounted to an unconstitutional tax without congressional approval, on ‘Special Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The State Department will begin … Read more