Both HELOCs and cash-out refinancing have unique benefits for homeowners, but only one is arguably safer right now. Source

A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region’s seventh eruption in a year. Source

Russia launched a barrage of missiles toward Ukraine as a response to Kyiv’s use of American-made and supplied long-range missiles known as ATACMS. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D’Agata has more on the worrying escalation. Source

You don’t necessarily need to pay top dollar for long-term care insurance. Here’s how to cut costs going into 2025. Source

Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really. Source

Connie Nielsen opens up about returning as Lucilla in “Gladiator II,” reuniting with director Ridley Scott and exploring her character’s emotional journey. Source

Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ’s stores. Source

President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week. Source

A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know. Source

Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really. Source