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The city of Springfield, Ohio, has been shaken by false stories about migrants propagated by Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance. (Carolyn Kaster / Associated Press) Question: When did fact–checkingbecome an outrageous abuse of debate moderators’ power? Answer: When MAGA Republicans decided they didn’t like anyone pointing out that they’re lying. In a … Read more

UCLA students celebrate during a commencement ceremony inside the campus’ Pauley Pavilion on June 14. (Damian Dovarganes / Associated Press) The 12-month grace period for student loan borrowers ended Sept. 30. The “on-ramp” period helped borrowers who are struggling to make payments avoid the risk of defaulting and hurting their credit scores. “The end of … Read more

After a 62-year-old spent the bulk of their pension to pay down debt, they face an uncertain future with little in retirement savings. (Charles Krupa / Associated Press) Dear Liz: I’m way behind on retirement funds. I did get pension funds from my employer after 25 years of service but used a large portion to … Read more

Amanda returned to Singapore for the first time in decades (Picture: Supplied) It’s been decades since I walked through an actual jungle, but the heat and scent combined with the chatter of monkeys and song of tropical birds is like being gently lowered into a giant sound bath. This blast to the senses is exactly … Read more

In HBO’s “The Franchise,” Himesh Patel and Lolly Adefope star as assistant directors working on a second-tier superhero movie for a Marvel-like studio. (Colin Hutton/HBO) I am more than probably naive about these things, but in spite of documentary evidence to the contrary, not to mention a century of backstage dramas and comedies peopled with … Read more

Interim director Michel Pradier believes the FNC has the potential to become more than just a great Montreal film festival. “Part of my mandate is to see what’s being done at other festivals, and what structure we can give the FNC to ensure its growth,” says Michel Pradier, interim director of the Festival du nouveau … Read more

Eamonn Holmes is said to have ‘no regrets’ about voicing his issues with Phillip Schofield and ITV. (Picture: REX / CHANNEL 5) Eamonn Holmes is said to have ‘no regrets’ about voicing his issues with Phillip Schofield and ITV. The GB News presenter, 64, has made his feelings about Schofield and his former employer heard … Read more

Dames Judi Dench and Maggie Smith, who died recently, were close friends of many decades’ standing (Picture: Getty) Dame Judi Dench was reportedly reduced to tears when asked about the recent death of her close friend of many decades, Dame Maggie Smith. Dame Maggie died aged 89 on September after an illustrious career, which saw … Read more

Red Lobster’s new CEO Damola Adamolekun admitted that its $20 endless shrimp offering — which contributed to the restaurant filing for bankruptcy — stressed out employees and created “a lot of chaos.” Adamolekun, 35, was tapped to take over the floundering company in August after the Orlando-based chain suddenly shuttered 100 locations and filed for … Read more

Comedian Nate Bargatze returned to host “Saturday Night Live” for the second time. (NBC/Rosalind O’Connor/NBC) It’s been less than a year since comedian Nate Bargatze made his debut hosting “Saturday Night Live,” but the appearance was so well received that he’s back already, alongside a stacked lineup of Season 50 hosts that include Jean Smart, … Read more