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A cruise vacation didn't go exactly as planned for Jason and Tammy Merritt when their luggage never showed up at their cabin on Carnival Magic. According to news reports, the incident resulted in a lifetime ban for another passenger and a complex legal situation.

My wife and I are struggling to agree on tithing. She’s been attending church regularly for years, and while I respect her faith, I don’t participate. Recently, she asked to start giving 10% of our joint income to her church, which is a significant amount for us financially. I told her I’m uncomfortable donating that much to an institution I’m not involved with, and it turned into a heated argument. She says tithing is non-negotiable for her faith, and my refusal feels like a rejection of her values.

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. Steve Bannon, former adviser to President Donald Trump, has cautioned the Trump administration against implementing cuts to Medicaid, emphasizing that a significant portion of the Make America Great Again (MAGA) base relies on this program. In a recent episode of his "War Room" podcast, Bannon stated, "Get into Medicaid. Medicaid, you got to be here because a lot of MAGAs on Medicaid. I’m telling you, if you don’t think so, you are dead wrong. Medicaid is going to be a complicated one. Just can't take a meat axe to it, although I would love to."

Tech billionaire and advisor to President Donald Trump, Elon Musk said that he “Will check with the President” on a $5,000 Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) dividend for every American taxpayer.

Jacksonville sheriff’s officers have made 146 arrests since a new homeless law took effect in Florida to prohibit sleeping in public spaces. The Sheriff’s Office reported the number during a meeting Wednesday with City Council members including Ron Salem, chair of the council’s Finance Committee. The agency said it has given out 631 warnings since the new law began.

I thought buying a home was the ultimate goal, the smart investment. But now? I feel completely stuck. I got approved for $400K, put down $100K, and still ended up with a nearly $3,000 monthly payment. At first, I told myself it was worth it—but the reality hit hard.

So, I’ve always had this rule about age gaps in relationships—nothing more than a 5-year difference. I just thought it’d be too hard to make it work if we’re too far apart in age, but then I met this guy. He’s 10 years older than me, and I’m 24. We’ve been spending time together, and honestly, he’s so mature and considerate. We get along really well and have so much in common, especially since we both work in publishing.

The Trump administration has indicated it may target the food stamp program, also known as SNAP, for deep budget cuts. It also may strengthen the work requirement for SNAP. Many SNAP recipients are already required to work, especially those who are able bodied and under the age of 54. “If you are age 16 to 54 and able to work, you will probably need to meet the general work requirements to get SNAP benefits,” according to the SNAP website. “The general work requirements include registering for work, participating in SNAP Employment and Training or workfare if assigned by your state SNAP agency, taking a suitable job if offered, and not voluntarily quitting a job or reducing your work hours below 30 a week without a good reason.”

Okay, let’s get real—expiration dates are more of a suggestion than a hard rule, and we’ve all been there: staring at an item in the fridge thinking, “Is it still good?”

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. Recently, Floyd Mayweather appeared on Fox Business News' Making Money, where he voiced strong support for President Trump.

Rant incoming—if you're considering buying a property with tenants in place, DON’T. I won’t go into every frustrating detail (check my post history if you’re curious), but trust me when I say it’s not worth it. You might think your situation is different, that the tenants seem nice, or that you’ll handle it smoothly. I thought the same. Big mistake.

Folks, check out this epic fail from my landlord: Rent shot up by $275 in January, and their “repairs” are straight-up crayon-level disasters. Instead of fixing the rotting wooden columns, they just hammered tons of nails into the base like they’re building a Pinterest project. Then, to cover up the white paint nightmare on our lawn, they rinsed paint buckets directly on the grass and… ​

A former Mansfield tax preparer who pleaded guilty to charges related to filing fraudulent tax returns was sentenced to nearly five years in federal prison, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Texas announced Monday.

I honestly wasn’t prepared for the massive charges after my ADHD evaluation. I tried seeing another provider, but as an adult, I kept getting pushed back due to long waitlists. So, I went to my regular doctor, got a referral, and saw a specialist after waiting four months. Now, I’m hit with a bill of $1,200, and I'm not sure what to do.

Your hospital chart is a treasure trove of secrets—and not the fun kind. After an ER visit or hospital stay, always request your full medical records, especially if you had imaging (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs). Here’s why:

Avoid condos, townhouses, or any property with an HOA—unless you enjoy micromanagement. Our HOA fined us 275 for leaving our trash 、can out overnight and 450 for planting a "non-approved" shrub. They dictated everything: grass height, mailbox color, even our Christmas lights’ timing.

Single dad here. I’ve always promised my kids I’d fund their education if they went straight into college, trade school, or a structured gap year (internship, work, etc.). My daughter (21) is killing it in nursing school, and my older son (23) chose a mechanic apprenticeship—both fully supported.

Yo, if you (or your kids) have federal student loans, stop scrolling and save your payment history ASAP. Why? Changes are coming—IDR plans/forgiveness could get axed, loans might shift to private servicers, and your records could vanish. You’ll need proof of what you’ve paid/owe.

Representatives from the Denver Zoo attended the Land Use, Transportation, and Infrastructure Committee of the Denver City Council on Tuesday. They made a pitch for eliminating lower admission fees in the winter after this season. The committee agreed to the change. The fee structure still must be approved by the full council.

When Tension Took Control… During a Pap Smear … 🤣. I went in for a routine pap smear, nervous as hell. The room was cold, the speculum felt like a foreign object, and my mind was racing with worst-case scenarios. Then, mid-exam, I felt this sudden urge to fart—nothing I could control. My face turned tomato red, the tech froze mid-procedure, and I heard her whisper to the nurse, “Did she eat beans for breakfast?”

While National Invasive Species Awareness Week ends on Feb. 28, Georgia wildlife officials continue struggling to raise awareness and stop the spread of invasive animal species year-round. Georgia’s “Most Unwanted Animals” list includes several water species plus one land animal found in virtually every county.

Starting a healthy relationship is all about knowing yourself and setting the right boundaries. If you're looking for a strong, balanced partnership, here’s some advice that can help you navigate through it:

The 101st Airborne Division sent an unspecified number of soldiers to the U.S. southern border in January, and a Thursday press release said about 300 more soldiers are being sent.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a young dog named Coco who is searching for her forever family. This adorable 3-month-old puppy may be small in size, weighing in at approximately 4.5 pounds, but she makes up for it with her endless energy and loving personality. Despite her tiny stature, even smaller than the resident cats in her foster home, Coco approaches life with curiosity and enthusiasm. "She has bounds of energy, loves playing with all types of toys, and then ultimately adores snuggling up on her foster mom's lap to get lots of pets," explains Sandy Paws Rescue.

Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND, an advocacy group for people experiencing homelessness, says donations are needed to place migrants living on the streets of Denver with children in hotel rooms.

Homeless people often are immersed in drugs and they aren’t getting the substance abuse treatment they need, an original investigation published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA, shows.

Just when you think dealing with student loans couldn’t get any worse, here we are. They’re talking about ending certain repayment and forgiveness plans, and there’s even talk of loans getting privatized. Sounds like a disaster waiting to happen. I already told my daughter to save every single payment record and track exactly what she owes, but I can’t shake the feeling that even that might not be enough. If records start disappearing or get "lost," what happens then? Are people just stuck owing money they already paid? It’s beyond frustrating that families have to stress about this on top of already ridiculous tuition costs. Has anyone actually had repayment records vanish before? Is this a real risk, or are they just trying to scare us?

I've always considered Anna my best friend. We've been through so much together over the years, from celebrating each other's achievements to getting through tough break - ups.

It's been eight years since the tragic death of the charismatic and talented actor Richard Hatch, who was best known for iconic roles on TV shows like The Streets of San Francisco and Battlestar: Galactica. He died on February 7, 2017, in Los Angeles, from pancreatic cancer. This is his story.

A Carnival Cruise Line passenger has detailed a list of problems she experienced with her balcony cabin on the Carnival Magic cruise ship. Interestinlgy, Brand Ambassador John Heald is also currently onboard the same ship for his "Oh FFS" cruise.