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New AmEx Centurion Lounge Rules to Take Flight 02/04/2026 07:00pm • Starting this July, American Express is tweaking its policy regarding Centurion Lounge entry in an effort to maintain an exclusive -- and perhaps, less crowded -- feel for guests. The new policy primarily involves who counts as a guest, as well as how early you're allowed to enter when you have a la Will 6% Mortgage Rates Become the New Normal 02/04/2026 07:00pm • The pandemic-era days of 3% mortgage rates are behind us, but today's rates have lowered to just above 6%. With rates trending downward, homebuyers may wonder whether now is the time to buy or to wait for further declines. Understand how rates have changed -- and what they mean for affordability and Choosing a Major in College: What to Know 02/04/2026 07:00pm • The college major you choose can shape your career path, paycheck and day-to-day work, so it's important to balance what you enjoy with realistic career goals and the job market. "Find a major that aligns with what you are exceptionally good at," says Dr. Shaan Patel, CEO and founder of Prep Expert, CIA ends publication of its popular World Factbook reference tool 02/04/2026 06:57pm • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� Close the cover on the CIA World Factbook: The spy agency announced Wednesday that after more than 60 years, it is shuttering the popular reference manual. The announcement posted to the CIA���s website offered no reason for the decision to end the Factbook, but it follows a vow Judge appears skeptical of Trump���s latest bid to nix his hush money conviction 02/04/2026 06:55pm • NEW YORK (AP) ��� A federal judge appeared poised to again reject President Donald Trump���s bid to erase his hush money conviction, slamming his lawyers Wednesday for legal maneuvers he said amounted to taking ���two bites at the apple.��� Directed by an appeals court to take a fresh look at the ma PHOTOS: 2026 celebrity deaths 02/04/2026 06:53pm • See a photo gallery of notable celebrities and public figures who died in 2026. Brooks Koepka and Scottie Scheffler ready to embrace the chaos at the wild Phoenix Open 02/04/2026 06:52pm • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) ��� Brooks Koepka felt comfortable in his return to the PGA Tour at Torrey Pines last week, despite his putter not always cooperating. The five-time major champion's second start should be even cozier, even as up to 200,000 fans cram onto TPC Scottsdale's Stadium Course. Succe As Washington Post downsizes, media experts react with concern about future of news coverage 02/04/2026 06:42pm • In the wake of The Washington Post's announcement Wednesday that it would lay off more than 300 reporters and editors, some media watchers and academics are sounding off about the move. "It's obviously a loss on a human level for the fantastic and talented journalists," said Rebecca Sinderbrand, Renters use 'rent now, pay later' services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns 02/04/2026 06:36pm • NEW YORK (AP) ��� Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill ��� for a price. So-called ���rent now, pay later��� services have emerged over the past few years as The Washington Post's sports section was a gold standard, all the way to the end 02/04/2026 06:32pm • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� The Washington Post sports section died Wednesday. Whether you blame natural causes or more avoidable factors, the loss for the D.C. area is immense. The ramifications were felt almost immediately. Shortly after the newspaper eliminated its sports section while laying off a th Stewart Information Services: Q4 Earnings Snapshot 02/04/2026 06:26pm • HOUSTON (AP) ��� HOUSTON (AP) ��� Stewart Information Services Corp. (STC) on Wednesday reported net income of $36.3 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the Houston-based company said it had net income of $1.25. Earnings, adjusted for amortization costs and non-recurring costs, came Georgia Republican Barry Loudermilk won't seek reelection to US House 02/04/2026 06:24pm • ATLANTA (AP) ��� Georgia Republican U.S. House member Barry Loudermilk, who has been active in efforts to discredit Democratic-led investigations into the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, announced Wednesday that he won't seek reelection this year. Loudermilk has served in Congress since 2015. He is part Trey Mancini gets minor league deal with Angels in latest comeback attempt 02/04/2026 06:20pm • ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) ��� Former Baltimore slugger and cancer survivor Trey Mancini is taking another shot at a major league comeback after agreeing to a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Angels that includes an invitation to big league spring training. The Angels on Wednesday listed the Man City beats Newcastle 3-1 to advance to English League Cup final 02/04/2026 06:16pm • MANCHESTER, England (AP) ��� It's Manchester City vs. Arsenal in the English League Cup final. The current top two in the Premier League will go head-to-head at Wembley Stadium next month after City beat Newcastle 3-1 on Wednesday to complete a 5-1 win on aggregate in the semifinals. Both City and New offensive coordinator Chip Kelly sees Northwestern as an up-and-coming program 02/04/2026 06:14pm • EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) ��� Chip Kelly led the Oregon football program to some of its greatest success, was a head coach in the NFL and was part of a staff that guided Ohio State to a national championship. He has a history of overseeing explosive offenses at the college and pro levels. And he'll try to