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Tariff refund process could be ready by the spring, customs official says

As of March 4, over 330,000 importers have made a total of over 53 million entries and paid about $166 billion in tariffs that now have to be refunded.

By Mae Anderson and The Associated PressMarch 9, 2026

Here’s why childcare is getting more unaffordable, forcing families to make ‘heartbreaking choices’

“When these costs rise without a simultaneous increase in public funding to fill the gap, programs are faced with difficult decisions.”

By Jason MaMarch 8, 2026

San Francisco cheers its native Chinese Olympian Eileen Gu, who headlines parade for the Year of the Fire Horse

Parade organizer William Gee said the year brings new life and energy. “She definitely represents Chinese heritage and definitely is an icon.”

By Jaimie Ding and The Associated PressMarch 8, 2026

This AI founder who quit her 9-to-5 law job has a warning for anyone dreaming of doing the same: ‘I’m working harder now than I ever did’

Logan Brown, founder of AI-powered legal firm Soxton, says her work-life balance and pay are even worse as a founder, but she’s still “having the time of my life.”

By Emma BurleighMarch 8, 2026

More in Politics

Left to right: Dave Ramsey and Donald Trump

Dave Ramsey slams Trump Accounts, the new investment accounts for babies—he’s advising parents to take the $1,000 and put their own money elsewhere

Personal finance guru Dave Ramsey says Trump Accounts are “not as revolutionary” as people believe. Instead, traditional investment paths like Roth IRAs and 529 plans are the best way to build a nest egg for kids.

By Emma BurleighMarch 9, 2026

People really hate AI but not as much as Iran—or Democrats

The technology has a lower favorability than even President Donald Trump or ICE.

By Jake AngeloMarch 9, 2026

Investors priced in a 6-week Iraq War, but it lasted 8 years and cost $3 trillion. They’re doing it again

Oil is over $100 per barrel, Iran has a new supreme leader, and the White House has no exit strategy. What does history say?

By Nick LichtenbergMarch 9, 2026

Saudi Arabia tells Iran it will be ‘the biggest loser’ as drone strikes spray Arab states

Israel’s Army chief told the Israeli public to prepare for this war to take “a long time.”

By The Associated PressMarch 9, 2026