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Financial Times - World
Global inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you -
BBC News - Top stories
High mortgage rates pricing out buyers, says Nationwide
The building society's comments come as it says house prices rose by 0.2% in June.Mortgage -
The Hill - Politics
We shouldn’t have to accept gerrymandering in 2024 — here’s how we fight it
Alexander v. South Carolina NAACP is just the most recent in a string of decisions disenfranchising minority voters. -
MarketWatch - Business
Fed’s interest-rate policy is working, just taking longer than everyone would want, Daly says
Critics say the opposite: the longer policy takes, the more it looks like it isn’t working -
Inc. - Business
The Fed's Case to Cut Interest Rates Is on the Line Today
Economists forecast a key inflation gauge to cool to a three-year low. -
MarketWatch - Business
‘He thinks I’m too materialistic’: My husband and I are in our 40s. He takes zero interest in our finances. He doesn’t even know the name of our mortgage company. What can I do?
“I am really worried that if I’m not around, he will not be able to manage the basics of everyday life for himself and our children.” -
MarketWatch - Business
‘Our children have varying degrees of success’: My husband and I are in our 80s and have $300,000 to leave our 3 kids. Do we give more to our underemployed son?
“At 56, he has few prospects for his future.” -
CBS News - Top stories
4 strategic home equity moves to make for July
Thinking about a home equity loan this July? Here are four strategic moves to make when you do. -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
'We have faith in our federal partners': Graceland fraud case takes another turn
The Tennessee Attorney General's Office will turn over its investigation into Graceland's fraud case to federal law enforcement. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.K. Mortgage Borrowers Still Feeling Effects of High Rates
A modest drop in U.K. mortgage approvals, from around 61,000 in April to nearly 60,000 in May, shows the complexity of the market despite inflation appearing to stabilize, Aaron Milburn, U.K. managing director at Pepper Advantage, says.Mortgage -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Slowing U.S. Inflation Fuels Expectations of Interest Rate Cuts
With the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge meeting market expectations, the possibility of interest rate cuts remains alive. -
CBS News - Top stories
Why the expected interest rate cut could be good for gold
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates soon. Here's why some experts say that may be good for gold's price. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Weekend with no sweeps, can we please see Paul Skenes at the plate and some Home Run Derby news
Jordan Shusterman and Jake Mintz go through all the series from the weekend, they discuss how Paul Skenes might be able to help with the Pirates’ offensive struggles, plus they give player of the week honors to Spencer Bivens and talk the new ... -
Financial Times - Business
The AI we could have had
In the late 1960s, a secret US lab was dedicated to mapping the edges of computing -
BBC News - Top stories
'We have to accept this is England's identity'
Former captain Alan Shearer on England's dramatic Euro 2024 win over Slovakia and how boss Gareth Southgate will not change his ways. -
CNBC - Business
We're changing our rating and price target on a beauty stock tied to China
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.China -
The Guardian - World
‘It is routine to check whether you are related to a romantic partner before you have sex’: This is how we do it in Iceland
When Sigrún checked out her family tree online, it wasn’t to find out if she and Einar were related – it was how closely related. We have more satisfying sex now – partly because we are super-efficient about dividing childcare duties. I’ve started ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Mortgage rates just dropped to a 2-month low. Here's why you may want to buy now.
Mortgage rates are down. And, that means now may be a good time to buy a home according to experts.Mortgage -
Wired - Tech
We Put 7 Food Steamers to the Test With Veggies and Dumplings (2024)
From electric appliances to clay pots, we’ve put some of the most popular types of steamers to the test. -
CNBC - Business
IMF says Fed should hold interest rates where they are until 'at least' end of year
IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva said Thursday that the Federal Reserve should hold off on rate cuts until 'at least' the second half of the year.Federal Reserve -
ABC News - World
The Czech central bank again cuts a key interest rate as inflation stays low and economy recovers
The Czech Republic’s central bank has cut its key interest rate for the fifth straight time as inflation remains low and the economy shows signs of recovery -
CNBC - Business
Fed and European Central Bank could cut interest rates in September, Morgan Stanley strategist says
The U.S. Federal Reserve and European Central Bank could move to cut rates in September, a Morgan Stanley strategist said Friday.Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
Central banks should set a ‘high bar’ for interest rate cuts, BIS warns
Umbrella body for central banks highlights risk of flare-up in services prices and wage growth -
CBS News - Top stories
How ratings for first presidential debate of 2024 compare with past
Last night's presidential debate between Biden and Trump marked a drop in TV viewership from 2020 and 2016. -
BBC News - Top stories
UFOs: From psychology to air traffic, are we closer than ever to an answer?
Why modern technology puts us in a stronger position than ever to work out what's going on in the skies above us. -
The Guardian - World
‘England are worth €1.5bn, we are worth 10 times less,’ insists Slovakia coach
Francesco Calzona will not change attacking approach England could be ‘unbeatable’ if they click, he warnsSlovakia’s coach, Francesco Calzona, has set out the contest between his side and England as one between “a squad worth €1.5bn and one worth ... -
The Guardian - World
A rat: ‘We can no longer live as rats: we know too much’ | Helen Sullivan
Most rats, like most people, try to distinguish themselves. “You must go to the rats,” the Great Owl tells Mrs Frisby in the Rats of Nimh.. Mrs Frisby, a mouse, needs help: her son is sick and she has to move out of her house at the edge of a ... -
MarketWatch - Business
‘In a worst-case scenario, we fear a stock-market bust’: We are ‘healthy boomers’ in our 60s with a net worth of $4.2 million. Is it time to diversify?
“We have no debt and live comfortably on $150,000 per year.” -
MarketWatch - Business
‘We live on a fixed income’: My husband and I are retired. We’re invited to our niece’s destination wedding. Are we obliged to buy a gift?
“We haven’t been to a wedding in decades.” -
CNBC - Business
Gen X says they'll need more than $1.5 million to retire comfortably—but most have less than 5% of that saved
When it comes to retirement, Gen Xers are a long way off from their savings goals. But it's not too late to get on track. Here's how to get started. -
The Guardian - World
Republicans hail Trump immunity ruling as Democrats warn ‘we will not have a democracy’
Chuck Schumer says ruling will undermine supreme court’s credibility and calls it ‘a sad day for our democracy’. While Republicans applauded the supreme court’s decision to grant Donald Trump immunity for official acts undertaken as president, ...Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Rate the Presidential Debate
Times Opinion wants to hear your takeaways. We may publish your thoughts in a future article. -
Wired - Tech
We Tried EveryPlate and Here's How It Compares to Other Meal Kits
EveryPlate is an affordable meal kit. What’s the catch? -
The Guardian - World
‘I was attacked by a bloody rabbit’: how we made Xena: Warrior Princess
‘The studio was hesitant about suggesting Xena and Gabrielle were in a romantic relationship. But as time went on, they decided to look the other way and just let us get on with it’. I was in a meeting with an executive from Renaissance Pictures ... -
The Guardian - World
‘Surely we are smarter than mowing down 1,000-year-old trees to make T-shirts’ – the complex rise of viscose
You would be forgiven for thinking that your wood pulp top is sustainable. But you might be surprised to hear just how many forests are being felled to make it. You might think that wearing a top made from wood pulp would give instant ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Dangerous rip currents can surprise even experienced swimmers. Here's how to stay safe
Summer is off to a dangerous start because of powerful rip currents along the Atlantic and Gulf coast beaches. Here are some tips to avoid rip currents and what to do if you're caught in one. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Lumber prices have fallen during the current building season, a sign that residential construction and home-improvement markets are buckling under high borrowing costs.
Lumber prices have fallen during the current building season, a sign that residential construction and home-improvement markets are buckling under high borrowing costs. -
ESPN - Sports
Here we glow! Man United reveal new home kit for 2024-25 season
Manchester United have released their new 2024-25 home kit, which they hope will shine bright under the Old Trafford lights next season.Premier League -
CBS News - Top stories
3 reasons to access your home equity this July
Looking for an inexpensive credit option? Here's why you should turn to your home equity this July.
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MarketWatch - Business
Alibaba is buying back more and more stock as prices extend selloff
Alibaba disclosed Tuesday that it continued to increase stock repurchases as prices struggled to gain traction. -
MarketWatch - Business
Moderna gets U.S. government funding for bird-flu vaccine development
Moderna Inc.’s efforts to develop a bird-flu vaccine are getting a $176 million boost from the U.S. government, the company said Tuesday. -
MarketWatch - Business
I want to buy an apartment in Manhattan, but it’s on the 6th floor — with no elevator. Is it worth it?
“If I want to rent or sell in the future, am I going to have a tough time?” -
MarketWatch - Business
The real cause of post-pandemic inflation was demand, not supply, argues new research
A new research paper argues that the driver of a surge in post-pandemic inflation on both sides of the Atlantic was driven by demand, not supply. -
MarketWatch - Business
‘My stepmother makes me feel unwelcome’: I bought a house for my father in 2008, but now he wants me to sign over a 50% share for his third wife
“He has been married to his third wife for three years; she has asked him where she will live when he passes.”