Should you delay veterinary care because of cost?

While delaying care may seem like a practical way to manage vet costs, it could be a risky route to take. Annette Birkenfeld/Getty Images Veterinary care has become a significant line item in many household budgets. Between inflation, rising labor costs and advances in veterinary medicine that allow pets to receive more sophisticated treatments, the …

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World Cup opening ceremony kicks off in Mexico with Shakira

The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup got underway with the first of three opening ceremonies in Mexico on Thursday, with a tribute to the co-host nation’s Indigenous cultures and pop performances to help launch the biggest World Cup ever. The festivities got underway a little over an hour before the first kickoff in Mexico City’s …

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Trump nominating prosecutor Jay Clayton to be next director of national intelligence

Washington — President Trump on Thursday announced he’s nominating Jay Clayton, the current U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, to be the next director of national intelligence. The president urged the Senate to confirm Clayton “as soon as possible.” Mr. Trump’s pick for acting director of national intelligence, Bill Pultehas attracted strong …

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The World Cup will draw millions of fans, but economic payoff is modest

The 2026 World Cup, which kicks off today, will be held across three countries and 16 cities, making it the biggest sporting event ever and a commercial bonanza. The five-week soccer tournament is expected to engage around 6 billion people globally and draw 6.5 million fans to the games. A joint FIFA and World Trade …

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