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CNN —January 1 not only ushered in 2025 but a slew of new laws.In 2024, states tackled issues ranging from abortion rights to gender-affirming care for minors, advancing legislation to take effect the following year. Starting Wednesday, Americans in nearly two dozen states will also see a hike in minimum wage while seniors covered by Medicare may have lower out-of-pocket prescription drug costs.

From minimum wage increases to Medicare drug costs cap, these new laws are now in effect

Plus, advice on how to ride out any potential price hikes.Sharp tariff proposals could cause prices of apparel, toys, furniture, household appliances, footwear and travel goods to spike “significantly” next year, according to the National Retail Federation.Last week, President-elect Donald Trump announced that he’ll impose a 25% tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods — starting on the first day of his presidency. Steep across-the-board tariffs on imports

What Items Should You Buy Before Trump's Tariffs Kick In?

‘Been doing this since I was a kid.’ An avid Vicks VapoRub user just found out she’s been applying the ointment improperly. And the consequences of her misuse have the potential to be severe. TikToker Lilli (@kirbysrightfoot) says she’s been putting Vicks VapoRub around her nose “every day in the morning and at night before bed.” She appears shocked in her clip, writing, “Me after finding out you aren’t supposed to put vapor rub in your nose or under your nose because it can kill you??”

‘Dang that’s how I used it’: Woman says you’ve probably been using Vicks VapoRub wrong

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Elle King (@elleking)Elle King is addressing her controversial 2024 moment with a new song called “Banned From the Grand Ole Opry.”The country singer performed for fans in a social media video late last week.

Country singer performs ‘Banned From The Grand Ole Opry’ after ruining Dolly Parton tribute

New Yorkers were up in arms Monday one day after an illegal Guatemalan immigrant allegedly burned a sleeping straphanger to death aboard a Brooklyn subway train — while bystanders did nothing.Horrifying video footage of the incident shows at least three gawkers — one of them seen filming the shocking fatal blaze on his phone — and an NYPD cop standing outside the subway car as flames engulfed the unidentified victim after the Sunday morning attack.

Critics say bystanders stood by while illegal migrant allegedly burned woman to death on NYC subway: ‘Daniel Penny effect’

Bass, bass, and more bass… but is there more to life than the low stuff?Tom's Guide VerdictThe pursuit of bass is the pastime of the so-called bass head. A person that wants their music to have all the low-end possible, the rest of the frequency range be damned.

I just tested this new Bluetooth speaker that breaks the laws of physics for amazing bass

‘Cries in astigmatism’scanrail/ShutterstockImagine trying to drive while someone shines a flashlight in your face. That’s the effect blinding LED headlights have on someone with an astigmatism.TikToker Tahoma (@realtahoma), who has an astigmatism, calls out the ubiquitous headlights in a video posted to her account Sunday.

‘Can we please ban those?’: Driver with astigmatism shows what the new LED headlights look like to her. How is this legal?

Irwin MitchellA woman's baby died after she was past her due date because "a lack of hospital capacity" meant she could not be induced for 60 hours, lawyers say.Induced labour had been planned for Chelsea Wootton when she reached week 41 of her pregnancy, Irwin Mitchell said an inquest into the death of Ava-Lea heard, but she "wasn't warned" of dangers of going past that stage.

Baby died 'after mother not induced for 60 hours'

Diddy claims an investigator shared his private jailhouse notes with prosecutors, giving them a strategic edge ahead of his 2025 trial.Diddy is ending 2024 with explosive allegations that the Feds have blatantly violated his constitutional rights in an attempt to get the upper hand as his trial for sex trafficking and RICO charges loom.

Busted: Diddy Claims Investigator In West Virginia Feeding Jail Communication To Feds

Following reports of North Korean troops deployed to Russia, human rights groups in South Korea have called for the government to provide a path to South Korea for captured North Korean soldiers who wish to defect, citing universal human rights principles.The recent confirmation of a North Korean soldier’s capture by Ukrainian forces last week has reignited discussions about the possibility of defection to South Korea for these individuals.

‘North Korean Soldiers Choose Suicide Over Surrender’: Can They Escape to South Korea?

‘I’ve had people do that then ask for a box for it.’When a customer is unsatisfied with their meal or beverage or a worker makes a mistake, restaurants sometimes “comp” (i.e., complimentary) the item, waiving it off their ticket.

‘She just couldn’t finish it’: Server calls out customers who are ‘comfortable’ asking for this special accommodation at restaurants

A Michigan man allegedly stabbed the president of the company where he works in a possible “copycat” attack of the execution-style killing of UnitedHealth boss Brian Thompson, police said.Erik Denslow, who runs the Muskegon-based Anderson Express Inc. manufacturing company, was stabbed during a staff meeting in the firm’s office on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Fruitport Township Police Department.

Employee allegedly stabs company boss in middle of meeting in possible ‘copycat’ crime in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO killing

Athos Salomé has released some startling predictions which begin in two days‘Living Nostradamus’ has revealed his 2025 predictions and it’s terrible news for us.Here we go again! We have another 2025 prediction list and it’s just as bad as all of the rest.

'Living Nostradamus' reveals terrifying predictions for 2025 and it's bad news for humanity

'I believe she doesn't have that much time left'Dear Quentin,I am finding myself in quite a doozy as I have power of attorney for a 90-year-old aunt with no lineal descendants - meaning she has no children - and a deceased husband. Eventually, I will become the executrix over the portion of her estate that will require probate.

I'm the executor of my 90-year-old aunt's estate. A neighbor threatened me and wants to buy her house. What should I do?

‘Ughh waiting for a plane right now.’A former Emirates flight attendant put out a public service announcement this holiday season, when traveling is at an all-time high, about why you should always opt for pants as your travel attire.“This is your warning that you need to wear pants on a plane,” TikTok user Drake Pooley (@drakepooley) starts in his TikTok.

‘The timing of this is something’: Former Emirates flight attendant shares the real reason to wear pants on an airplane

A woman who was trolled after many mistook her bride for a 10-year-old boy has shared a pregnancy update.They initially met on Tinder.In November, the pair announced they were expecting triplets.As Lauren already had two children, it meant she couldn’t get IVF treatment in the UK.

Woman whose bride was mistaken for a 10-year-old boy is having triplets

John Morgan said the president-elect had tapped into one key thing.A big-money donor to the Democratic Party gave a surprising summary of Donald Trump.The president-elect is a “fucking genius,” John Morgan told Politico for an article published Sunday that explored the potential toxicity of the Democratic brand.

Megadonor To Democrats Has Surprise 2-Word Description Of Donald Trump

Kevin Ward's tearful mother revealed she had been on a call to him just moments before he was allegedly killed by his dad, , at a property in High Ridge, Missouri.A ‘hero’ son’s last words have been revealed before he was allegedly ‘shot and killed by his dad’ on Christmas Eve while protecting his pregnant fiancee.

‘Hero’ son’s last words before he was ‘shot and killed by his dad’ on Christmas Eve protecting pregnant fiancée

‘It still lists HBO Max and Redbox.’One man believes Walmart tries to dump old product on holiday shoppers.In a viral video with nearly 600,000 views, user Satyendra N “Doni” Banerjee (@sn_doni_b) showed an example he believes is proof.

‘It gets even better’: Walmart customer finds $15 Roku streaming box. Then he takes a closer look

A teacher who became fed up with students using their mobile phones to find answers and cheat on university exams came up with a devious way to catch them out - and failed the pupils who fell for itStudents who assumed their teacher 'on the older side' wouldn't be familiar with the latest cheating methods were caught red handed when he devised a brilliant method to catch them out.

Teacher creates ingenious exam question to find cheaters and catches 14 students

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Kamel Hawkins, 23, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly pushing the strangerVideo shows suspect perp walk in New Year's Eve subway shovingNYPD received a 911 call for assault in progress at a Manhattan subway station informing them that a 45-year-old male was struck by a southbound train.

NYC man charged with attempted murder after allegedly shoving commuter in path of subway

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday that he’s planning to attend the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter.Asked about it as he walked into a New Year’s Eve party at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida, Trump responded, “I’ll be there.” Pressed on whether he’d spoken to members of Carter’s family, Trump said he’d rather not say.

Trump says he is planning to attend Jimmy Carter’s funeral

Forty years ago Wednesday, New Yorkers became the first car occupants in the U.S. to face penalties for not buckling up, so large numbers started fastening their seat belts. Through some starts and stops along the way, the rest of the nation followed suit.Seat belt use in New York state rose from 16% to 57% in the first four months the law was enforced after it was implemented Dec. 1, 1984, with a one-month grace period that postponed fines of up to $50 until the new year.

40 years after NY law, seat belts 'part of the culture.' How many lives have been saved?

The St. Louis Blues handedly won the 2025 Discover NHL Winter Classic, beating the Chicago Blackhawks by a score of 6-2. A sold out crowd at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois watched with disappointment as the visiting Blues routed their hometown team.Leading the way for the Blues was newcomer defenseman Cam Fowler.

Cam Fowler Leads Blues' Winter Classic Victory

There's been a dramatic increase in gastrointestinal illnesses aboard cruise ships in recent weeks—and norovirus is to blame for most of them, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday.The Washington Post first reported on the CDC's data, which found that in December alone, 781 cruise ship passengers and 109 crew members had fallen sick.

Cruise Ship Norovirus Outbreaks Make Hundreds of People Sick

'All those who we stood shoulder-to-shoulder with to fight for their needs and to fight for their rights suddenly don’t recognize us,' official saysJoin Fox News for access to this contentPlus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.

Global rise in antisemitism leaves Jewish community isolated, rabbi says world at 'a tipping point'

The 1963 Corvette Stingray with its split rear window has become a sensation in many circles, appearing in numerous films, TV shows, and video games – not to mention auctions. This January, 8 such coupes from the Split Window Colorama II Collection will cross Mecum's auction block – including a particularly stunning example that's packing a modern-day punch under its classic skin.

This Oddity Is One Of The Rarest Corvettes On The Planet

Cigarette smoking dramatically shortens your life. Discover the life-extending benefits of quitting today.Smoking cigarettes is more than just a personal habit; it is a serious health risk that profoundly impacts life expectancy. As research shows, each cigarette smoked can diminish life expectancy by an average of 20 minutes. The cumulative effects of smoking can lead to shortened lives and countless health problems. This statistic alone highlights how crucial it is to consider quitting smoking for anyone

Quit Smoking Today: Gain 20 More Minutes of Life with Every Cigarette Stopped

South America is a continent of breathtaking diversity, where ancient civilizations meet dynamic, modern cities. From the Amazon Rainforest and the Atacama Desert to the towering Andes Mountains and Patagonia's rugged beauty, its vastness and cultural vibrancy are unmatched. Brazil, the continent's largest nation, encapsulates this essence, offering visitors natural wonders, rich culture, and unforgettable experiences.

South America's Largest Country Is A Tourist Haven Famed For Beaches, Rainforest, And City Life

When it comes to furniture, the term "adjustable" is most often associated with desks for home offices, dining tables with hidden leaves, chairs, and shelving units, but why aren't most things made to be adjustable? The beauty of DIY is that they can be! YouTuber The Awesome Orange had the brilliant idea to build a bookcase with shelves that can be moved up or down to fit larger or smaller decor items. The floor-to-ceiling bookcase is made entirely out of 2x10 boards, with wood screws and a bit of glue keeping

The Stunning Adjustable Shelf Bookcase That Even A Beginner Can DIY

2025 could bring economic changes with the potential to hit millions of people’s wallets in different ways.A series of stock market gains have fueled retirement investments at the same time that catastrophic storm damage is causing steep repair costs and making thousands of homes virtually uninsurable.