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IRS announces new federal income tax brackets for 2027
The IRS announced new federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2027, raising income thresholds and increasing standard deductions for all filing statuses.
These states are offering extra ACA premium subsidies in 2027
At least 11 states are providing additional premium subsidies for Affordable Care Act enrollees in 2027, following the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies in 2025 that significantly increased insurance costs.
‘I didn’t dance until I was 45’: how Jorge Drexler went from repressed doctor to rump-shaking Oscar-winner
Jorge Drexler, a Uruguayan musician who began his career as a doctor, won an Oscar in 2005 for his song featured in The Motorcycle Diaries and continues releasing acclaimed music with his latest album nominated for multiple Latin Grammys.
‘We did 10 takes of it!’ Kerr Smith on Dawson’s Creek and filming US TV’s first gay kiss
Kerr Smith reflects on playing Jack McPhee, the character at the center of Dawson’s Creek’s groundbreaking gay storyline, in his new memoir covering his 25-year career following the show.
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Goldman CEO Solomon says AI financing remains strong despite market jitters
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon stated that financing demand for AI infrastructure remains robust despite recent market volatility and investor concerns about returns on massive capital investments.
Monday briefing: Can we change the system that protects men like Russell Brand?
Russell Brand was sentenced following his conviction on rape and sexual assault charges. The trial highlighted systemic barriers in prosecuting sexual abuse cases and the protective systems surrounding powerful perpetrators.
Congress is back after GOP’s midterm defeat. And, Trump appoints new chief of staff
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff following Republicans’ midterm defeat, while Congress faces a funding deadline and an Nvidia executive faces scrutiny over alleged Chinese intelligence ties.
More than 50,000 displaced by deadly Ethiopia border clashes
More than 50,000 people have been displaced by fighting between Ethiopian regional administrations in the Moyale border area, with thousands fleeing to Kenya facing severe humanitarian challenges.
Israel’s Shin Bet finds no evidence of foreign election meddling: Report
Israel’s Shin Bet has found no evidence of foreign election interference despite claims from security and political leaders, according to reporting based on senior law enforcement officials.
‘I know what it’s like to fight’- France’s most popular sportsman says he’s running for president
French judo legend Teddy Riner, a five-time Olympic gold medallist, announced his candidacy for next year’s presidential election, positioning himself as a unifying centrist figure.
France accelerates minimum wage hike in bid to quell protest
France’s government accelerated a planned minimum wage increase to December 2026, raising it by 1.6 percent as it attempts to address widespread protests over living costs and social unrest.
Meta rolls out automated age checks for teens globally
Meta is rolling out artificial intelligence technology globally this month to automatically detect teenagers who falsely register as adults, placing them in restricted accounts with enhanced protections.
Witnesses recount struggle to save people buried in ‘horrifying’ Gaza landslide
A landslide triggered by heavy rain and high winds in Gaza killed five people, including two children and their mother, with witnesses describing desperate rescue efforts to recover those buried under sand and rubble.
Al Jazeera.net co-founder and cartoonist Shujaat Ali dies aged 54
Shujaat Ali, a pioneering digital cartoonist and co-founder of Al Jazeera’s online division, died at age 54 following a heart attack while returning home from work.
Two security breaches near White House prompt brief lockdown
Two people were detained after separate security breaches near the White House on Monday morning, prompting a brief lockdown of the executive residence and surrounding roads.
US agencies unite to combat rogue drone threats nationwide
US federal agencies have launched a coordinated effort to evaluate and deploy counter-drone technologies to address growing aviation and national security threats nationwide.