Tariff dividend: Trump says when he thinks checks could be issued

President Trump doubled down on the idea of a tariff dividend check for Americans. Here’s the latest of what he’s saying.

Legendary Kessler twins, beloved German entertainers, die at 89

Alice and Ellen Kessler, German twin entertainers who gained fame in the 1950s performing with stars like Fred Astaire and Frank Sinatra, have died at 89.

Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA

Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.

Florida father sent back to prison under law that no longer exists

Robert Woodall fired what he calls warning shots into the ground during a fight more than 20 years ago. The bullet ricocheted and injured another man’s ankle. 

The 100 deadliest highways in the US - see the list

A new study analyzing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that highways on the West Coast are among the deadliest in the U.S.

USPS plans to raise shipping rates in 2026 — here’s what to know

The U.S. Postal Service plans to raise shipping rates starting Jan. 18, 2026, pending approval from the Postal Regulatory Commission.

Supreme Court turns down pregame prayer case

After a nine-year legal battle, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up an appeal by a Tampa Christian school that contended its speech rights were violated when it was prevented from offering a prayer over a stadium loudspeaker before a 2015 state championship football game.

Talk to Santa app lets kids speak directly with Santa in real time

Kids around the world are making their Christmas wish list, and now they can talk to Santa and let him know if they have been naughty or nice.

Trump reverses course, calls on House Republicans to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump has reversed his stance on releasing files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, now urging House Republicans to back efforts to make the documents public.