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Sun Feb 23 2025

Could $5,000 DOGE stimulus checks really happen? What to know.

President Trump has floated the idea of giving taxpayers a $5,000 refund check as a dividend from savings created by DOGE. Here's what to know.

Pope Francis "is more unwell than yesterday", the Vatican said in a statement on Saturday.

"Anora" won three major awards at the 40th Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday, including best picture, best director and best acting performance.

This weekend will start a warming trend for much of the nation, after a particularly brutal stretch of below-average temperatures.

The case could lead to an influx of "reverse discrimination" claims as the nation turns away from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

A big tax break that could save you money on an electric vehicle faces an uncertain and confusing future in the Trump administration.

More middle-class Americans are cash poor. They need short-term loans for emergencies, but the high fees can worsen their finances, a report says.

In an X post and email shared Saturday afternoon, Elon Musk told federal employees to list what they had accomplished the prior week or resign.

Advocates say park workers are being pulled from important roles to help manage traffic and maintain basic infrastructure.

Stars stepped out Saturday to celebrate Black excellence at the NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium. See who brought their best looks.

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