Lapsed insurance & a house fire: Lessons learned

The IRS will be issuing over $2 billion in stimulus payments to Americans who never received their 2021 economic impact payments. Payments of up to $1,400 will be sent to those who qualified but left the recovery rebate credit blank on their 2021 tax return. The IRS Commissioner stated that these payments will be automatic, with no need for taxpayers to file an amended return, and should be received by late January 2025. Full Article

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold led his team to a crucial 27-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, responding with a game-winning touchdown pass to Justin Jefferson after a late Seahawks score. Darnold finished with 246 passing yards and three touchdowns, while Jefferson had 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith had a strong performance with 314 passing yards and three touchdowns, but Seattle fell short as Minnesota improved to 13-2 on the...

After a fire destroyed the home of North Shore football coach Adam Harlor and his family, killing their pets, the community has rallied together to raise funds to support them during the holiday season. The Topsfield Fire Department responded quickly to the fire, ensuring that the family escaped unharmed. A GoFundMe fundraiser has already raised nearly $80,000, with Masco Youth Football also hosting a donation drive to help the Harlor family, who are known for...

Two defense tech giants, Palantir and Anduril, are in talks with tech firms like SpaceX and OpenAI to create a consortium to compete for Pentagon contracts, aiming to challenge established defense contractors like Lockheed Martin. The goal is to establish a new generation of defense contractors and provide the government with cutting-edge technology more efficiently. Initial partnerships may be announced in January, following an integration between Palantir’s AI Platform and Anduril's Lattice software. Full Article

Jordan Schultz discusses Michael Penix Jr.'s draft story and why the Atlanta Falcons see him as their future franchise quarterback. Penix recently started for the Falcons, leading them to a 34-7 victory over the New York Giants with 207 passing yards and two rushing touchdowns by Bijan Robinson. The win marks the Falcons' second consecutive victory, improving their season record to 8-7 as they aim to secure the NFC South title and make a playoff...

The grassroots organization Women’s Housing Equality and Enhancement League (WHEEL) held a gathering at sunset on the winter solstice to honor 283 individuals who passed away without shelter in King County last year. Attendees at the vigil repeated "we remember" after each name was read aloud, paying tribute to those who lost their lives. This event served as a poignant reminder of the ongoing issue of homelessness and the need for continued efforts to provide...