Pony Up

The tock's ticking for Trump to pay his legal fine. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( March 19, 2024 Good morning. Donald Trump’s facing more money problems related to his civil fraud case — here’s more on [what happens if he can’t pay](. Across the pond, we’ve got [a look at the latest Kate Middleton sighting](. Then, we’ll turn our focus to trends with [an expert’s tips for recovering after being laid off]( and [why the child-free lifestyle has taken off on social media](. Let’s dive in.   In the News [Donald Trump's face in front of shredded bills]( Getty Images Pony Up As the deadline fast approaches, former President Trump’s legal team says coming up with the $454 million bond while he appeals his New York fraud case is a "practical impossibility." His lawyers said they’ve reached out to 30 companies through four brokers, but none of them will take his real estate as collateral — they’ll “only accept cash or cash equivalents.” Trump now has until March 25 to pay his fine for his misleading business practices — unless the appeals court agrees to either stop the judgment or allow him to post a smaller bond. Here’s [what one legal expert says will happen]( if the appellate court doesn’t rule in his favor and he isn’t able to pay the bill. [READ MORE]( PASS THIS STORY ALONG: mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20this%20story%20from%20Wake-Up%20Call%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fkatiecouric.com%2Fnews%2Fpolitics-and-policy%2Ftrump-464-million-dollar-bond-civil-fraud-case%2F   More Stories [A woman carrying food walks past burning tyres]( A woman carries a package of food as chaos reigns in Haiti. (Getty images) World news: Haiti has descended into chaos as gangs attack what's left of the state, including the airport, police stations, and government buildings. Police are approving vigilante reprisals, and citizens can't see an end to the spiraling violence. Meanwhile, with northern Gaza on the brink of famine, the Biden administration is set to meet with Israeli officials soon to discuss alternatives to a planned IDF offensive in the southern city of Rafah. SCOTUS: Most of the justices seemed unconvinced yesterday by claims that the Biden administration overstepped by telling social media platforms to remove problematic content. They seemed sympathetic to the NRA's argument that a New York official violated the First Amendment by pushing companies to break ties with the organization — and they upheld the ban on Cowboys for Trump founder Couy Griffin holding public office. Going public: Bruce Willis’ daughter Tallulah says her autism diagnosis has "changed my life." The 30-year-old was diagnosed last summer. Meanwhile, Oprah Winfrey got personal in a primetime special on weight stigma and weight loss. She said she hopes "we can start releasing the stigma and the shame and the judgment – to stop shaming other people for being overweight or how they choose to lose or not lose weight."   Photo of the Day [Iceland volcano erupting] ALMANNAVARNADEILD / HANDOUT A volcano erupted in Iceland on Saturday night, forcing an evacuation of the surrounding area, which includes the famed Blue Lagoon. The eruption, which occurred near the town of Grindavik — about 30 miles southwest of Reykjavík — was the fourth in three months and the most powerful so far. Want more environmental updates? [Sign up for the Ripple Effect newsletter,]( where we'll keep you informed on what's happening to the planet.   Must-Reads [Kate Middleton and Prince William smiling]( Out and About For the first time since her surgery, Kate Middleton was spotted on a shopping trip with Prince William. We've got the details of their outing. [Read More »]( [Illustration of a white and a black woman holding a clock with a uterus in the center of the face ]( The Doctor Is In Is it safe to start HRT after 60? I asked my OBGYN, Dr. B, to weigh in on this question, and how else to ease menopause symptoms. [Read More »]( [Illustration of small businessman being pinched between index and thumb of a giant hand]( Bounce Back Layoffs are becoming all too common in the current job market. An expert gives advice for how to recover if it happens to you. [Read More »](   Extra Credit To the letter: More couples are embracing the label "DINK" — a moniker for partners with two incomes and no children. We examined the rise of this trend, and [how it actually dates back further than you think](. True trailblazers: We're continuing our Women's History Month coverage by honoring the female scientists and mathematicians who move the world forward with their passion for innovation — and examining [how we can bring more women into STEM fields](. Speak up: Do you often find yourself biting your tongue, afraid to say what you really think? An expert sounds off on the harm silence can do — and [how to find your voice so you can better show up]( at home and work.   Cream of the Crop Recovering from the dryness of winter? [Clarins' new Multi-Active line]( contains ingredients formulated to smooth and strengthen the skin barrier. It's just one of our favorite [editor-tested moisturizers for mature skin](. [Clarins Multiactive day and night cream]( [SEE MORE](   [Good Taste by Katie Couric Media]( Thank you for reading Wake-Up Call and being part of our community. 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