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Elbridge A. Colby, a foreign policy expert with establishment credentials, faced opposition from traditional Republican hard-liners but found support from President Trump's loyal allies when nominated for a Pentagon position. The confirmation battle reflects a larger debate over America's global influence and includes Colby's alignment with Trump's baseless election claims. Despite his earlier skepticism of nation-building efforts and support for withdrawing troops from the Middle East, Colby's association with Trump has caused tensions with his...

The 75/15/10 rule is a budgeting strategy that involves allocating 75% of your income to needs, 15% to long-term investing, and 10% to short-term savings. This method is easy to track and can be adjusted to fit different financial situations. While it provides a practical plan for managing money, it may not be feasible for those with variable incomes or high living costs. It is important to be flexible with changes and adjust the rule...

The German Parliament is considering loosening government borrowing limits to boost defense and infrastructure spending, aiming to counter America's shift away from Europe and revive the economy. Led by Friedrich Merz, the proposed changes to the "debt brake" in the Constitution would enable increased investment in key sectors like transportation and cybersecurity. The move is seen as crucial for Germany's competitiveness and security amid shifting global dynamics, with support from both center-right and center-left lawmakers....

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., criticized The Daily Beast for a "nasty" headline that took her exchange with President Donald Trump out of context, as reported by Axios. The Daily Beast's headline implied an inappropriate relationship between Luna and Trump, but Luna clarified that Trump's comment offering her a bed on his jet was made in a respectful manner when she was pregnant and feeling unwell. Luna accused the author of the upcoming book for...

In a frustrating overtime loss to the Sabres, the Bruins fell 3-2, with star winger David Pastrnak expressing frustration over officiating decisions that led to Buffalo's power-play goal. Despite feeling deserving of a power play themselves, the Bruins failed to capitalize on opportunities throughout the game, including squandering a 5-on-3 chance in the first period. The team now looks to improve their effort and performance as they prepare for an upcoming West Coast trip. Full...