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As homeownership gets harder, more buyers are getting down payment help. What parents should know
Forty percent of homeowners received down payment help in 2026, up from 35% three years earlier, with family members providing most of the financial support, particularly for younger buyers.
Five key tax talking points before next week’s budget
Chancellor John Healey prepares his first budget as the government weighs potential tax changes despite Labour’s election pledge not to increase income tax, national insurance, or VAT.
Women take to social media to break the taboo of UTIs
Women are using social media to challenge stigma surrounding chronic urinary tract infections, sharing personal stories of the debilitating condition that experts estimate could affect up to 1.7 million women in the UK.
A GOP congressman voted to cut Medicaid. It covers 62% of his district. Can he win?
A Republican congressman who voted to cut Medicaid faces reelection in a district where roughly 60% of constituents rely on the program, highlighting healthcare as a key campaign issue.
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Marvell gives Google option to buy $12.2 billion stake in custom AI chip deal
Marvell Technology will develop custom AI chips for Google and granted the search giant an option to purchase a $12.2 billion stake, marking the latest major investment by Big Tech in chip suppliers.
Jah Wobble on covering the Beatles, London buses and why punk went wrong: ‘Being kind is seen as square’
Jah Wobble, the 68-year-old bassist and Public Image Ltd co-founder, is releasing a Beatles covers album this month while continuing his practice of recording music on London buses.
‘We never apologised for our rage or revenge-seeking’: riot grrrl legends Heavens to Betsy reunite
Riot grrrl pioneers Heavens to Betsy reunite after 32 years, announcing a US tour and releasing a rare early demo collection titled Baby’s Gone.
‘I love provocative stories’: producer Christine Vachon on fighting for her ‘offensive’ movies
Producer Christine Vachon discusses her decades-long track record championing provocative independent films through her production company Killer Films, from controversial early works to recent projects like ‘Pretty Babies.’
Larry David says former friend Alan Dershowitz ‘made a deal with the devil’ as Trump’s lawyer
Larry David criticized former friend Alan Dershowitz, saying he “made a deal with the devil” when he became Donald Trump’s lawyer, addressing their public falling-out on Martha’s Vineyard.
Amy Lee of Evanescence: ‘I could happily do an entire album of nothing but Portishead covers’
Amy Lee discusses her vocal influences, including Portishead’s Beth Gibbons, and explores the themes behind her latest album Sanctuary, which balances healing with commentary on global issues.
‘I need to think like a CEO’: Weezer on the shifting sands of success, ugly feelings and the joy of spreadsheets
Weezer releases its 20th album, with frontman Rivers Cuomo adopting a strategic, data-driven approach to songwriting after analyzing declining listener engagement across previous releases.
BBC DJ Trevor Nelson reveals brain tumour surgery ‘went well’
BBC DJ Trevor Nelson announced he underwent surgery for a brain tumor diagnosed earlier this year, stating the procedure went well and he is recovering at home.
CBS Plans Special Morning, Primetime Coverage of 9/11 Anniversary
CBS will provide extensive morning and primetime coverage on September 11, marking the 25th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks with live reporting from Ground Zero, the Pentagon, and Shanksville.
Film and TV Spending Dropped In New Mexico. But There’s a Silver Lining
New Mexico’s film and TV production spending declined sharply following industry strikes, dropping from $874 million in 2022 to $327 million recently, though activity is rebounding with smaller-budget projects.
Why ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Broke One of ‘Game of Thrones’ Biggest Musical Rules
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms departures from Game of Thrones musical conventions by disrupting the franchise’s iconic theme song in its opening scene and blending Western and medieval soundscapes throughout the series.
How an Indie Studio Convinced ‘Naruto’ Creator, TV Tokyo to Let Them Make Franchise’s First Official Digital Cards App (EXCLUSIVE)
An indie studio has launched “Naruto Ninja Cards,” the franchise’s first official digital card-collecting app, following a five-year effort to secure rights from TV Tokyo and series creator Masashi Kishimoto.