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Ye’s Tampa comeback rises above the crowd—literally, on a giant globe
music17 days ago

Ye’s Tampa comeback rises above the crowd—literally, on a giant globe

Kanye West, performing as Ye, headlined a two-hour comeback show in Tampa atop a giant globe at Raymond James Stadium, blasting through about 34 songs and a set that spanned much of his catalog with a chunk dedicated to his latest work. Fans turned out in force despite protests and renewed scrutiny over antisemitism, while the performance largely kept the focus on the music, backed by dazzling visuals, roaring crowds and merch-driven fanfare that underscored a loyal fanbase and a high-energy return.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#antisemitism#concert-review#kanye-west
July's Federal Student-Loan Overhaul: RAP Debuts, Caps Tighten, PSLF Rules Shift
politics22 days ago

July's Federal Student-Loan Overhaul: RAP Debuts, Caps Tighten, PSLF Rules Shift

Starting July 1, the federal student-loan system undergoes a sweeping overhaul: a new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) will consolidate income-driven options with payments roughly 1%–10% of income and forgiveness after 30 years; the Biden-era SAVE plan ends, with about 7 million borrowers transitioning to new plans and many seeing higher monthly payments; legacy plans like PAYE and ICR will be phased out by 2028; new borrowing caps tighten Parent PLUS and Grad loans, Grad PLUS for new borrowers ends, and PSLF criteria are updated; there’s also a 1% auto-pay interest-rate reduction through 2028. Borrowers will receive 90-day notices and must act to choose a plan or risk automatic placement into a standard plan with fewer benefits.

via Yahoo|
#federal-student-loans#politics#pslf
Auto-Pay Interest Cut Extends to 2028 as New Loan Plans Debut
education26 days ago

Auto-Pay Interest Cut Extends to 2028 as New Loan Plans Debut

The Education Department announced a 1% auto-pay interest reduction on federal Direct Loans starting July 1 and lasting through June 30, 2028, for borrowers who enroll by Sept 30, 2026 or are already enrolled. Two new repayment options, RAP and Tiered Standard, will launch July 1, 2026 to simplify payments: RAP uses income-based calculations with an on-time payment match to prevent interest accrual and maintain progress toward forgiveness, and the Tiered Standard plan offers fixed terms of 10–25 years. Auto pay remains the easiest way to access these benefits, with default borrowers required to consolidate and select a plan before enrolling. Details and enrollment steps are provided by the Department.

via U.S. Department of Education (.gov)|
#auto-pay#education#interest-rate-reduction
Smart tax moves can shrink payments under the new RAP plan
finance1 month ago

Smart tax moves can shrink payments under the new RAP plan

The new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) starts July 1 and bases monthly student-loan payments on 1%–10% of adjusted gross income with a $10 minimum. Because RAP uses AGI rather than protected expenses, borrowers can lower their payments by reducing AGI with pretax contributions to 401(k) or traditional IRA, HSAs/FSAs, self-employed deductions, and other above-the-line deductions like student loan interest, plus per-dependent savings of $50. A borrower with a $59,999 AGI could pay about $50/month less than someone at $60,000. However, RAP can lead to higher total costs over the life of the loan (forgiveness after 30 years vs 20–25 years on other plans). RAP will be the only IDR option for new loans after July 1; existing loans can still access IBR, ICR, PAYE until mid-2028. If RAP offers the lowest monthly payment, borrowers should compare it to other plans and consider timing, since switching later may affect forgiveness credits and overall cost.

via CNBC|
#agi#finance#income-driven-repayment
7 Million SAVE Borrowers Face Higher Payments Under New Repayment Rules
education1 month ago

7 Million SAVE Borrowers Face Higher Payments Under New Repayment Rules

Starting July 1, the Education Department will warn borrowers on the SAVE income-driven plan to switch to a different repayment option. If they don’t act within 90 days, they’ll be automatically placed in either the standard or the new tiered standard plan, both generally more expensive than current income-driven options. The tiered standard plan would require paying off the principal over a set term with a $50 minimum monthly payment, while the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) would base payments on adjusted gross income and is also costlier than existing options. Lawmakers are urging automatic enrollment in the cheapest available plan, while the changes coincide with broader provisions from a recent spending bill that affect borrowing limits for advanced degrees and parental loans.

via Business Insider|
#education#education-policy#rap
Education Department Unveils Key Guidance Ahead of July Student-Loan Overhaul
money1 month ago

Education Department Unveils Key Guidance Ahead of July Student-Loan Overhaul

The Education Department issued updated guidance ahead of July 1, 2026 changes to federal student loans, clarifying how the new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) interacts with existing IDR plans and PSLF. RAP is a new income-driven option; RAP payments generally won’t count toward forgiveness under IBR/ICR/PAYE when switching plans (with a specific exception), but RAP will count toward PSLF. Existing PSLF‑qualifying plans remain eligible, while new borrowers after July 1 will face only RAP or the Tiered Standard plan. For borrowers with pre‑2026 loans, auto-recertification continues until the post‑July 1 loan enters repayment, at which point all loans must be repaid under RAP or Tiered Standard. Additional changes include new borrowing limits with an interim exception for current students. Those taking new federal loans after July 1 will be treated as “new borrowers” and lose access to legacy repayment options.

via Forbes|
#education-department#idr#money
July 1 Launch for Trump's Student-Loan Overhaul Brings New Plans and Caps
education1 month ago

July 1 Launch for Trump's Student-Loan Overhaul Brings New Plans and Caps

On July 1, the sweeping student-loan overhaul is set to take effect, introducing two new repayment plans—Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) and a tiered standard plan—while phasing out the SAVE plan. RAP ties monthly payments to income (1%–10% of AGI) with 30-year forgiveness, and the tiered plan bases terms on loan principal with a $50 minimum monthly payment; borrowers who took out loans after July 1 will only have RAP or the tiered option. The SAVE plan is ending, forcing about 7 million borrowers to transition within 90 days or be auto-placed on a standard or tiered plan. New lifetime borrowing caps are set at $100,000 for graduate students and $200,000 for professionals (11 programs max), with a $65,000 cap per child for Parent PLUS. Critics warn higher monthly bills for some and potential shifts to riskier private loans, and lawsuits over the policy continue.

via Business Insider|
#borrowing-caps#education#rap
Fallon Joins Nicola Coughlan on SNL U.K. for Chaotic Studio Tour and Explicit Rap
entertainment2 months ago

Fallon Joins Nicola Coughlan on SNL U.K. for Chaotic Studio Tour and Explicit Rap

Jimmy Fallon guest-hosted with Nicola Coughlan on SNL U.K., joining a chaotic studio tour of the set and an on-screen rap about Coughlan's new film The Magic Faraway Tree, featuring explicit lyrics and Fallon appearing as an on-set caterer; the skit followed Coughlan’s monologue that teased her Bridgerton persona as the show returned from a mid-season hiatus.

via Variety|
#entertainment#jimmy-fallon#nicola-coughlan
Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa dies at 25 in suicide
entertainment4 months ago

Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa dies at 25 in suicide

Florida rapper Lil Poppa (Janarious Wheeler) died by suicide at 25; officials say the cause was a gunshot wound to the head. The Jacksonville artist, signed to Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group, released tracks such as Love & War, Mind Over Matter, and HAPPY TEARS, with his latest album Almost Normal Again and a new track Out of Town Bae issued days before his death. Friends and collaborators note his work ethic and impact, as the community processes the loss; crisis resources are provided for anyone in need.

via NBC News|
#collective-music-group#entertainment#jacksonville
entertainment6 months ago

Timothée Chalamet Sparks Rumors with Rap Collaboration and Kylie Jenner Nod

Actor Timothée Chalamet has officially collaborated with Liverpool rapper EsDeeKid on the '4 Raws Remix,' fueling rumors that EsDeeKid is Chalamet's alter ego, especially as the rapper's face remains hidden in the video. Chalamet, a known rap fan, references his upcoming film and personal life in the track, while neither confirming nor denying the speculation about his secret rap persona.

via Variety|
#collaboration#entertainment#esdeekid