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A brass band plays during a press tour at the Oktoberfest, in Munich, Germany, Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. (Lennart Preiss/dpa via AP)

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Oktoberfest tightens security after a deadly knife attack in western Germany
By STEFANIE DAZIO AND PIETRO DE CRISTOFARO - Associated Press
Thu,09/19/24-5:05AM , 85 Reads
MUNICH (AP) — Security has tightened at Oktoberfest after a deadly knife attack last month in western Germany, and officials are warning revelers to expect longer lines to enter as metal detectors are deployed for the first time in the Bavarian beer festival’s 189-year history.
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A model wears a creation as part of the Prada Spring Summer 2025 collection, that was presented in Milan, Italy, Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)

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Prada's Eras Tour explores the past to offer infinite options during Milan Fashion Week
By COLLEEN BARRY - AP Fashion Writer
Thu,09/19/24-11:44AM , 85 Reads
MILAN (AP) — Milan designers on Thursday challenged the notion that a collection should dictate how one dresses, offering instead individual looks that can elevate, transform or simply complement a wardrobe.
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In this Friday, April 30, 2021, file photo, visitors exit The Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. The Walt Disney Company is whipping up new attractions to mark turning 100 years old. Celebrations at Disney’s original Disneyland and California Adventure theme parks in Anaheim, kick off on Jan. 27, 2023 with the return of the short-lived Magic Happens parade, a new nighttime show with fireworks, and a new Mickey-themed ride. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

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How to plan a Disneyland trip for the Disney100 celebration
By SALLY FRENCH OF NERDWALLET
Thu,12/29/22-1:50PM , 85 Reads
The Walt Disney Co. is set to turn 100 years old this year, and the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, is celebrating with new shows and a Mickey-themed attraction across its two theme parks: Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Both parks will also be decked out with new decor.
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Cash is fanned out from a wallet in North Andover, Mass., June 15, 2018. Parenting comes with many responsibilities, and one is raising financially independent kids. Generally, it’s best to leave the money in your retirement accounts safely tucked away. Withdrawing money early can trigger taxes and a 10% penalty, plus it can cut into what you otherwise would’ve had for retirement. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)

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Liz Weston: Safer ways to raid your retirement, if you have to
By LIZ WESTON OF NERDWALLET
Tue,06/20/23-12:40PM , 85 Reads
Raiding your retirement accounts can be expensive. Withdrawing money before age 59½ typically triggers income taxes, a 10% federal penalty and — worst of all — the loss of future tax-deferred compounded returns.
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