The U.S. Treasury is officially implementing President Trump's car loan interest tax break, a provision of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" aimed at lowering costs for American car buyers. The policy allows eligible taxpayers to deduct up to $10,000 per year in interest on auto loans for new, U.S.-assembled vehicles purchased between 2025 and 2028—whether they itemize or take the standard deduction.

The Breakdown:

• Who qualifies: Buyers of new U.S.-assembled vehicles
• Deduction cap: Up to $10,000 annually in loan interest
• Policy goal: Boost auto sales while easing household financing costs

The Angle: This tax break ties consumer relief directly to domestic manufacturing. For car buyers, it could meaningfully lower ownership costs—while nudging demand toward U.S.-built vehicles.

NRA Sues Its Own Charity in Internal Power Struggle

The NRA has filed a lawsuit against the NRA Foundation, accusing its charitable arm of misusing trademarks and fundraising efforts amid a growing internal schism. The foundation disputes the claims.

Study Finds Former GLP-1 Users Often Regain Weight

New research shows many people who stop taking GLP-1 weight-loss drugs regain much of the weight they lost within about 18 months. Experts say the findings raise questions about long-term treatment strategies.

U.S. Removes Limits on Daily Alcohol Consumption Guidance

The U.S. government has dropped its previous recommendation limiting alcohol intake to one or two drinks per day. Public health advocates argue the updated guidance downplays the risks associated with drinking.

Jennette McCurdy opened up on the Call Her Daddy podcast about dating a man in his 30s when she was just 18, calling the experience "red flags all around." She shared that the relationship inspired her upcoming novel Half His Age, which explores similar themes.

Meanwhile, bestselling Christian author Philip Yancey admitted to an eight-year extramarital affair in a public statement published in Christianity Today. Yancey apologized to his wife, readers, and God, acknowledging the personal and spiritual consequences of his actions.

Plateaus happen to everyone. When progress stalls, it usually means your body has adapted to your routine. The solution isn't to try harder—it's to try differently. Changing one training variable can restart progress immediately.

Increase training volume, adjust frequency, change exercise selection, or implement new rep schemes like rest-pause or drop sets. Improve sleep, increase protein, and reduce stress. Sometimes the most effective plateau-breaker is a deload week. Give your body a new stimulus and progress returns.

Pattern recognition is what separates average performers from exceptional thinkers. It allows you to spot trends early, avoid repeated mistakes, and make faster decisions with less information. Pattern recognition improves with exposure and reflection.

Study case studies, read widely across disciplines, and review your own experiences for recurring themes. Ask: "What does this remind me of?" Build mental models to categorize problems. Over time, your ability to connect dots becomes a strategic advantage.

A bill calendar keeps finances predictable and eliminates late fees forever. One glance tells you what's due and when.

Pro Tip: Align bills with payday to reduce stress.

Estonian food is hearty Northern European fare designed for cold winters. Start with black bread (leib)—dense rye served at every meal, often with herb butter. Restaurant Rataskaevu 16 in Old Town serves modern Estonian classics like elk tartare and Baltic herring. For traditional, try Olde Hansa, a medieval-themed restaurant where servers dress in period costume and candlelit tables serve bear, boar, and mead.

Don't miss verivorst (blood sausage), mulgikapsad (pork and sauerkraut stew), and kohuke (sweet curd snacks locals devour). Tallinn's Balti Jaama Turg market offers fresh smoked fish, elk salami, and pickled everything. The craft beer scene explodes at Põhjala Brewery. For fine dining, Restaurant Ö earned a Michelin Green Star for Nordic-Baltic tasting menus using foraged ingredients. Estonians love their vodka and Vana Tallinn, a sweet rum-based liqueur. The food reflects the land: simple, robust, and unapologetically Baltic.

Tomorrow: Where to rest your head...