Thousands of Iran-backed fighters offer to join Hezbollah in its fight against Israel

Mortgage applications surged to a six-month high after a brief dip in rates, with purchase activity up 9.2% and refinance activity rising 35.3%. The drop in rates was attributed to uncertainties surrounding the U.S. economy and the median home price in the U.S. hitting $398,400, prompting many buyers to take advantage of the lower rates across various types of home loans. Full Article

In a recent Mad Money episode, Jim Cramer discussed the market decline as "man-made" and emphasized the impact of leadership decisions rather than economic factors. He expressed concerns about the administration's tariffs agenda and the potential impact on the global economy. Cramer highlighted the challenges that would need to be overcome for the current strategy to succeed, including avoiding inflation spikes and negotiating new trade deals quickly. Among the 15 stocks mentioned in the episode,...

A convicted killer, Kathan Guzman, was mistakenly freed from a Georgia jail where he was serving a life sentence for felony murder, malice murder, aggravated assault, and necrophilia in the death of his girlfriend. The release was due to a paperwork error, prompting a hunt by the U.S. Marshals Service to recapture him. The district attorney and the victim's family expressed disappointment and concern over the accidental release, emphasizing the danger posed by Guzman's escape....

Alabama teen Lulu Gribbin, who survived a shark attack in 2024, supports a proposed alert system in the state to prevent future attacks. The bill, introduced by Rep. David Faulkner, would notify the public of unprovoked shark attacks, similar to the Amber Alert system. Gribbin's harrowing experience has inspired the legislation, which aims to keep beachgoers safe along the Alabama coast. Full Article

The mother of New Orleans Pelican Zion Williamson's child, Ahkeema Love, was arrested in a home invasion case involving a romantic rival, charged with home invasion, aggravated battery, and stalking. Love allegedly shared a romantic partner with the victim, sending threatening messages before assaulting her with keys, resulting in injuries. Love, who shares a child with Williamson, was released on bond with an order of protection issued, while Williamson has not commented on the incident....

Amie Tollesfrud, a 36-year-old LA millionaire, defends her decision to remain childfree, citing benefits to her mental health and the ability to nap when she wants. She made it clear to her husband early on that she was not interested in having children, and they continue to revisit the decision every few years, with Amie remaining resolute. Despite facing criticism online for her choice, Amie prioritizes building her own legacy and believes in living a...