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Ask Amy: It’s not fair that my rent doesn’t buy me any extras

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

Dear Amy: I’m in my early 20s and living at home. I’m paying my parents rent, but the money I pay doesn’t include anything else – just the room.This doesn’t seem fair to me, and I’d really appreciate hearing what you think of this.– Renter at HomeDear Renter: You’ve just described … rent. When you rent, you pay the owner of the dwelling for the roof over your head. That’s all.When you’re a child, your parents provide all of the extras. When you’re an adult, having someone else do the cooking, cleaning and laundry is what happens at a hotel.Once you accept this reality, you should do some research to see if you are able to afford rent and living expenses elsewhere. You may find that – even without the extras – you are benefiting from the lower cost of living at home.Many young people use this transition period at home as a way to aggressively save money toward the higher cost of living elsewhere.Dear Amy: About two years ago, I messaged “Bradley” on social media. (We̵...

Harriette Cole: I just learned how she betrayed me. What do I even say?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

DEAR HARRIETTE: I learned that a friend of mine started a business that is eerily similar to my own.We haven’t spoken in over a year, but I thought that was mainly due to COVID-19 and just being busy with life. Now I see that she is launching a business that is a direct competitor to mine, and I am upset.I don’t know that there’s anything legal that I can do about it, but I feel betrayed.She and I spent hours at a time for years talking about my business, as I thought she was my friend. Now I see many of my ideas in action through her promotional materials.I want to address this with her, but I am not even sure what to say. What do you recommend?— Violation of TrustRelated ArticlesAdvice | Harriette Cole: I’m stunned that my husband didn’t protect me from her Advice | Harriette Cole: It’s embarrassing when people have to pass my co-worker’s desk Advice | Harriette Cole: I’m a 50-year-old...

Bank of Nova Scotia: Fiscal Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

TORONTO (AP) — TORONTO (AP) — Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) on Wednesday reported fiscal second-quarter net income of $1.57 billion.The bank, based in Toronto, said it had earnings of $1.24 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were $1.25 per share.The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.32 per share.The bank posted revenue of $12.78 billion in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $5.85 billion, which also missed Street forecasts.Bank of Nova Scotia shares have climbed slightly since the beginning of the year. The stock has declined 23% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BNS at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BNSSource

Express: Fiscal Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Express Inc. (EXPR) on Wednesday reported a loss of $73.4 million in its fiscal first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Columbus, Ohio-based company said it had a loss of 99 cents.The clothing and accessories chain posted revenue of $383.3 million in the period.For the current quarter ending in July, Express said it expects revenue in the range of $400 million to $450 million.The company expects a full-year loss of $1.70 to $1.50 per share, with revenue ranging from $1.9 billion to $2 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on EXPR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/EXPRSource

‘Everybody loves a campaign’: Raskin weighs Senate run

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., left, testifies during a House Judiciary subcommittee on Capitol Hill, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)Among the potential and announced candidates running for Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin’s open seat in 2024, U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin stands apart.In the last few years, Raskin has become one of the most visible members in the House of Representatives — taking key rolls in the second impeachment of former President Donald Trump, the January 6th Committee, and now, the House Oversight Committee.This is not to say this race is in the bag for Raskin to win. In the weeks since Cardin announced he wouldn’t seek reelection, a handful of serious candidates have thrown their hats into the ring including Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando and Maryland Rep. David Trone, among others.Raskin’s political career started in the Maryland State Senate in 2006 after teaching const...

South Korea cancels satellite launch plan citing technical problem

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea canceled its planned launch Wednesday of its first commercial-grade satellite due to a technical issue, days after rival North Korea reaffirmed its push to place its first military spy satellite into orbit.The cancellation was announced about two hours before South Korea’s homegrown Nuri space launch vehicle carrying eight satellites — including the main, commercial-grade one — was scheduled to lift off from a southern launch facility.Oh Tae-seok, the first vice-minister of science, told a televised news conference a communication anomaly between the launch control computer and the launch pad control computer was found during the launch preparation process. He said South Korea will consider rescheduling the launch as soon as Thursday, if authorities fix the technical problem early.South Korea’s satellite launch plan has been closely watched by outsiders. Last week, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reviewed a finished spy satellite and...

Tifón Mawar asecha a los residentes de la costa de Guam, que amenaza con marejadas ciclónicas mortales y vientos dañinos

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

(CNN) — Las bandas exteriores del tifón Mawar azotaban a Guam este miércoles antes de tocar tierra a última hora de la tarde o al anochecer y podría devastar el territorio estadounidense con vientos letales, marejadas ciclónicas traicioneras y fuertes lluvias.La oficina del Servicio Nacional del Clima en Guam emitió una advertencia de vientos extremos para la parte norte de Guam, incluidas las ciudades de Dededo, Yigo y Tamuning hasta las 6:45 p.m., hora local (4:45 a. m. hora del este) por vientos huracanados extremadamente peligrosos. “Trata estos vientos extremos inminentes como si se acercara un tornado y muévete inmediatamente a una habitación interior o refugio AHORA MISMO”, advirtió la oficina del NWS en Guam.Según el aviso intermedio del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (NWS) en Guam, la tormenta se encuentra ahora a unos 50 km al norte-noreste de Guam, moviéndose al oeste-noroeste a 11 km/h. El ojo continúa tambaleándose frente a la costa noreste de Guam. A...

Crash on SR-826 causes lane closures, traffic delays near I-75 exit

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

A crash on the northbound lanes of State Road 826 has caused major delays on the expressway.On Wednesday morning, emergency crews arrived at the scene, near the exit onto Interstate 75, where it appeared that three cars collided with one another.Live video footage showed the aftermath of the crash where a truck with a service body was on top of the express lane poles and slammed into a semi-dumpster truck. Another car behind the dumpster vehicle appeared to have spun out as the car’s final position faced oncoming traffic.Delays are expected as cleanup crews and emergency units clear the scene.Two left lanes and the express lane have been blocked as a result of the incident. Traffic appears to be getting by slowly, with two right lanes remaining open, but delays stretch toward Okeechobee Road.Drivers are advised to make extra time for their morning commute.

Netflix begins password sharing crackdown in the US

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

(CNN) — Netflix is officially beginning its crackdown on users who share passwords in the United States.The streaming video company on Tuesday said it is now sending out emails to all US subscribers who share passwords with people outside their household, as part of a long planned move to limit password sharing.“Your Netflix account is for you and the people you live with — your household,” the email reads, along with options on how to share the account.To share an account with someone outside a household, a user can transfer a profile to a new membership that they pay for or else add an extra member to their account for an additional $7.99 monthly fee.Netflix previously turned a blind eye to password sharing because it was fueling growth. However, last year it said that it was going to crack down on password sharing because it hurts its bottom line. It has previously estimated that more than 100 million households worldwide share an account.The company started to clamp down on pass...

Unsettled Pattern Continues

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:15:41 GMT

The unsettled pattern continues for South Florida through the end of the week due to a low over Central Florida and a stalled out front across Northern Florida. Therefore, scattered showers and storms are possible late this morning and will become more numerous this afternoon and evening. A few strong to severe storms are possible, with damaging wind gusts and hail being the primary threats. Heavy rainfall in some areas could also lead street flooding, in spots. Heading into the long weekend, changes will take place and models are showing it is likely going to be nicer. As low pressure pulls away off the Florida East coast and front slides South through the region, drier air builds in. This will would make for a Summer-like weekend with a passing shower on the breeze early followed by afternoon isolated inland storms. Have a wonderful day South Florida and make it a safe one! Vivian GonzalezMeteorologist, AMS Certified WSVN Channel 7