Live Updates: Trump Says He Should Have Role in Picking Iran’s Leader

Israel threatened more strikes in Lebanon as the Middle East crisis spilled beyond Iran. Italy pledged air defense weapons to help Gulf nations …
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"Surgery Partners (NASDAQ: SGRY) Keeps 'Buy' Rating Amid Probe"

Despite the ongoing investigation into potential investor claims, Jefferies Financial Group upholds a "Buy" rating for Surgery Partners, Inc. …

"MCW's Acquisition Fairness probed: Impact on Mister Car Wash"

Investigating the recent acquisition of Mister Car Wash, law firm Levi & Korsinsky questions the fairness of the merger price, potentially …

"Chatham Lodging Boosts Growth: Strategic Acquisitions and Dividend Hike"

Renowned Stifel Nicolaus analyst Simon Yarmak sets an encouraging $10 target for Chatham Lodging Trust stock (NYSE:CLDT), indicating a potential …

Live Updates: Trump Says He Should Have Role in Picking Iran’s Leader

Published on: March 5, 2026, 9:27 pm

Israel threatened more strikes in Lebanon as the Middle East crisis spilled beyond Iran. Italy pledged air defense weapons to help Gulf nations defend against attacks, and Iranian drones landed in Azerbaijan.

Iran’s Friends Include China and Russia. But Where are They Now?

Published on: March 5, 2026, 10:04 am

Iran maintains ties with a range of countries, including Turkey, India, Russia and China. Yet in this war, their support is mostly rhetoric.

South African President on Trump’s Oval Office ‘Ambush’ and ‘Racist’ Policies

Published on: March 5, 2026, 5:54 pm

In an interview with The New York Times, President Cyril Ramaphosa opened up about the role of middle powers, relations with Washington and apartheid.

James Luckey-Lange Recounts Being Detained, Starved and Beaten in Venezuela

Published on: March 5, 2026, 10:00 am

James Luckey-Lange, 28, wrote about kindness and shared humanity as he traveled. But he said he had been shackled, starved and beaten in Venezuela after being detained.

Israel Pushes Farther Into Lebanon, and Readies for More

Published on: March 5, 2026, 8:51 pm

Days into its offensive against Hezbollah, Israel is massing armored vehicles near the Lebanese border for a potentially much larger ground incursion.

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Best No Annual Fee Credit Cards of 2026
Here are Money’s picks for the best no annual fee credit cards of 2026.
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Best Student Credit Cards of 2026
Money's top picks for the best student credit cards of 2026.
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‘Dad Put a Freeze on Mom’s Credit.’ Now That He’s Passed Away, How Do We Lift It?
Credit freezes let you block identity thieves from accessing your credit report.
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Is a Reverse Mortgage the Right Fit to Fund Your Retirement?
You can use money from a reverse mortgage for everything from gas to home renovation projects.
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Average 401(k) Balances by Generation: How Do You Stack up Against Your Peers?
The average 401(k) grew 11% last year, but savings vary widely by age.
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5 Best Job Search Sites of 2026
After researching more than 40 job search sites, we selected five that job seekers should prioritize.
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From Tesla to Your 401(k): How to Invest in the Elon Musk Stock Without Wrecking Your Retirement
Here's how to reduce your risk and still get exposure to growth stocks.
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Student Loan Interest Rates for March 2026
Private student loan rates are holding steady, with several lenders offering a fixed rate starting below 3%.
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