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Taxpayer Revolt? Why More People Are Avoiding Filing Taxes This Year

It may be tempting to skip filing due to the overwhelmed IRS, but doing so could have financial and legal consequences.

As Trump Tariffs Loom, Here’s a Price Tracker for Cars, Groceries and More Supplies

CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.

The Federal Government Is Phasing Out Paper Checks. Here’s Who Will Be Affected

By the fall, all federal departments and agencies will phase out the use of paper checks and switch to electronic payments, according to the White House.

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What Does ‘Middle Class’ Mean in Canada, and Who Does It Leave Behind?

Liberal Leader Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre both promised middle-class tax cuts this week. But the former hallmarks of a middle-class lifestyle — like owning a home or taking annual vacations — are increasingly out of reach for younger adults.

China built hundreds of AI data centers to catch the AI boom. Now many stand unused.

At that time, traders in his circle bragged about securing shipments of high-performing Nvidia GPUs that were subject to US export restrictions. Many were smuggled through overseas channels to Shenzhen.

The weeklong TikTok fight over whether NYC influencers are ‘boring’

For more than a week, TikTok users have been debating whether all New York City influencers are the same. They are — and that’s kind of the point. For more than a week, TikTok users have been debating whether all New York City influencers are the same.

The Supreme Court appears determined to blow up its one good Voting Rights Act decision

Apparently, we can’t even trust these justices to follow their own very recent precedents. The Supreme Court sent a rather unfortunate message during Monday’s argument in a racial gerrymandering dispute called Louisiana v. Callais: Do not trust us.

How I Use a Disposable Credit Card Number to Avoid Fraud While Shopping Online

Security is important when it comes to online shopping, which is why I've started using virtual or disposable credit cards. They only take a minute to set up (depending on your bank account provider!) and can make a huge difference to your security and privacy when buying online.

When did modern humans reach each of the 7 continents?

Modern humans now permanently live on every continent except Antarctica, but it wasn't always this way. After our species, Homo sapiens, emerged in Africa at least 300,000 years ago, some eventually ventured out, trekking and voyaging across the world.

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Peter Thiel’s Deep Ties to Trump’s Top Ranks

The tech magnate has many links to the new Trump administration and the cost-slashing effort led by Elon Musk. His name? Peter Thiel.

Everyone in AI is talking about Manus. We put it to the test.

Since the general AI agent Manus was launched last week, it has spread online like wildfire. And not just in China, where it was developed by the Wuhan-based startup Butterfly Effect.

Millions are turning to an unregulated herbal extract to curb their opioid addiction. But do the risks outweigh the benefits?

Max Woods, a yacht captain from Florida, became addicted to prescription opioids in the early 2000s. He had been born with flat feet and, starting from the age of 15, had several botched surgeries to reconstruct them.

Will Trumpian Uncertainty Knock the Economy Into a Recession?

Economists have long recognized that when the future is foggier than usual, consumers and businesses may put off making big purchases.

Help! My Neighbor’s Dog Went Missing. I’m Deeply Troubled By Her Husband’s Reaction.

Dear Prudence is Slate’s advice column. Delia Cai is filling in as Prudie for Jenée Desmond-Harris while she’s on parental leave. Submit questions here.

Curated by our editorsStories to fuel your mind

Taxpayer Revolt? Why More People Are Avoiding Filing Taxes This Year

As Trump Tariffs Loom, Here’s a Price Tracker for Cars, Groceries and More Supplies

The Federal Government Is Phasing Out Paper Checks. Here’s Who Will Be Affected

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What Does ‘Middle Class’ Mean in Canada, and Who Does It Leave Behind?

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China built hundreds of AI data centers to catch the AI boom. Now many stand unused.

The weeklong TikTok fight over whether NYC influencers are ‘boring’

The Supreme Court appears determined to blow up its one good Voting Rights Act decision

How I Use a Disposable Credit Card Number to Avoid Fraud While Shopping Online

When did modern humans reach each of the 7 continents?

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Peter Thiel’s Deep Ties to Trump’s Top Ranks

Everyone in AI is talking about Manus. We put it to the test.

Millions are turning to an unregulated herbal extract to curb their opioid addiction. But do the risks outweigh the benefits?

Will Trumpian Uncertainty Knock the Economy Into a Recession?

Help! My Neighbor’s Dog Went Missing. I’m Deeply Troubled By Her Husband’s Reaction.

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