Brazil’s Supreme Court ordered Jair Bolsonaro’s arrest after he tampered with his ankle monitor using a soldering iron. The 70-year-old ex-president, sentenced to 27 years for leading a coup attempt, was under house arrest in Brasília. Authorities cited a planned rally by his son and proximity to the U.S. Embassy as factors increasing flight risk. Bolsonaro admitted to burning the device “out of curiosity,” but judges saw intent to flee amid growing political tension.

Despite the hype, most Black Friday “deals” aren’t real discounts, warns consumer experts. A six-month price check across 25 major retailers found that many advertised markdowns are fake, using inflated “anchor prices” to create the illusion of savings. In fact, 12 of those retailers offered false discounts almost every week, violating FTC rules on fictitious pricing. Experts advise focusing on actual item cost, using price trackers like CamelCamelCamel, and ignoring urgent “one-day-only” claims designed to trigger impulse buys.

Donald Trump’s recurring hand bruise has resurfaced, sparking fresh health concerns. Photos showed a large mark on his right hand, similar to earlier incidents this year. A doctor suggested it could result from IV therapy or age-related skin thinning, while the White House insists it’s from frequent handshakes. Trump’s recent health report confirmed a precancerous skin condition but declared him fit for office, leaving the bruise mystery unresolved.

Despite cooling inflation, America’s middle class is buckling under soaring costs for essentials. Housing now eats up 35-50% of income, while grocery prices remain 18% higher than in 2022. Health insurance premiums are climbing, and childcare averages $15,000 a year, forcing families to cut food portions and delay savings. With wages stagnant and prices up 24% since the pandemic, what was once comfort now feels like survival.