Blue Origin explosion threatens to delay NASA’s moon program

The destruction of Blue Origin’s unmanned New Glenn rocket in a catastrophic launchpad explosionalong with apparently severe damage to the company’s only launch pad, sent shock waves through the U.S. space community Friday. The company could now be facing flight delays stretching months — if not longer — and could cause serious delays in NASA’s …

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Judge blocks closure of Kennedy Center and says board can’t add Trump’s name

Washington — A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center from temporarily closing its doors during proposed renovations, and ruled that the institution’s board acted unlawfully when it added President Trump’s name to the building. In a 94-page opinion on Friday, U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled in favor of Democratic Rep. Joyce Beatty of Ohio, …

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No tax charges filed in Southern Poverty Law Center probe, after IRS lawyers determined informant program legally structured, sources say

Federal agents previously investigated the Southern Poverty Law Center’s paid informant program for possible tax crimes, but the probe failed to yield any charges after Internal Revenue Service lawyers determined it was legally structured, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News. Agents from IRS Criminal Investigation in 2019 and 2020 homed in on shell …

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5 ways to cut your HVAC energy bill without sacrificing comfort

It makes sense to be strategic about how you manage HVAC energy expenses in today’s economy. Tetra Images/Getty Images Utility costs have remained stubbornly high over the last few years, and as inflation climbsso do the costs tied to heating and cooling a home. What that means is that heating and cooling expenses are now …

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Here’s how much interest a $10,000 long-term CD can earn now

Savers can safely and effectively grow their $10,000 by opening a long-term CD account now. black tongloom/Getty Images If you’re looking to earn an elevated return on your money, a certificate of deposit (CD) account could be one of the best options to choose. And if you’re looking to avoid market uncertainty with a guaranteed …

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine bracing for “big attacks” by Russia in next 24 hours

Washington — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told CBS News Friday that Ukraine is bracing for “big attacks” by Russia as soon as Friday or Saturday night. In an exclusive interview with “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Zelenskyy said Ukraine has received intelligence indicating that the assault from Russia will involve drones, as well as …

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