LeVar Burton spent decades teaching kids to love books; his own memoir, out today, is about the father who wasn’t there

Social Security tax by state in 2026: Which 8 states tax retirement benefits, where can retirees keep more of their benefits, and how much could you owe the IRS?

Social Security benefits are not tax-free for every retiree in 2026. Just over half of beneficiaries are expected to pay federal income tax on their benefits, according to the Congressional Budget Office. Eight states also tax Social Security payments, although income-based exemptions offer relief. Federal tax thresholds, retirement withdrawals and state rules will determine how much retirees actually keep.

Before Regent's Park, David Walliams owned Noel Gallagher's legendary Oasis party house and joked about renaming it 'Superduper Heights'

The property was purchased by Williams from actress Davinia Taylor, who herself had bought it off Noel Gallagher in 1999. Comedian David Walliams sold Supernova Heights for £5.35million in 2018. According to reports, when bought it, the mansion was turned from a four-bed house to a three-bed. Some floors and ceilings were reportedly knocked out.

Pannun case: US serves summons to NSA Ajit Doval, former RAW chief Samant Goel

The US State Department has served summons to NSA Ajit Doval and former RAW chief Samant Goel through diplomatic channels in a civil lawsuit filed by Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The case relates to an alleged assassination plot against Pannun. India has termed the lawsuit "frivolous, fabricated and malicious" and questioned the route used to serve the judicial documents.

Chipmakers warn AI demand is creating bottlenecks in automotive supply chain

Nexperia says it is heavily oversubscribed as chipmakers redirect capacity towards higher-margin AI data-centre products, creating shortages of mature semiconductors used in vehicles and industrial equipment. Industry executives warn that the AI investment boom is worsening bottlenecks across automotive and industrial supply chains.

November Horoscope: Two retrogrades end, and life could get lighter for these 4 zodiac signs

Four zodiac signs could find the rest of November easier than its opening days. The Scorpio New Moon and the end of two retrogrades set the backdrop for a shift in how they handle work and relationships. For some, the biggest relief may come from letting go of an obligation they never wanted in the first place.

'Let me clear misconceptions…': Rep. Davidson dismantles claims about GOP retirement legislation

US Fed's Logan calls for two more rate hikes, possibly rapidly

Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan said the central bank needs at least two more quarter-point rate increases to curb persistent inflation and prevent price pressures from becoming entrenched. She suggested policymakers could accelerate the pace of tightening this winter, beginning with the Fed’s December 8-9 meeting.

‘Jensen, what the F**k?’: Huang memes go viral after NVIDIA CEO caught 'pants down' with Chinese spy

'You helped fraudsters in $9B scam': Senators grill Minnesota AG Keith Ellison at explosive hearing

How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth could face a House impeachment vote over alleged abuse of power, including the decision to go to war with Iran without congressional approval. The explainer looks at the impeachment process, the hurdles to Senate conviction, the political timeline and historical precedents involving Cabinet secretaries and US presidents.

After fridge hacks, home appliances could be next, warns EU cyber chief

Supermarkets in at least 12 European countries were hit by cyberattacks in October and November, with France the worst affected.