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UK borrowing costs rising - what does it mean for me?
Government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for several years - what does it mean for you?BBC News - 3h -
Amanda Gorman: California fires show an ‘uptick in what we have to face from the forces of nature’
Poet Amanda Gorman joins Kristen Welker for a Meet the Moment conversation and reacts to the deadly wildfires spreading across Los Angeles, where she was born and raised.NBC News - 4h -
How to Get Your Company Ready to Borrow in 2025
Here are some tips to make your loan applications go smoothly and quickly in the new year.Inc. - 6h -
As natural disasters intensify, affected student loan borrowers have options
Federal student loan borrowers impacted by the latest wildfires in California and other natural disasters have options if they're struggling.CNBC - 1d -
Disaster by the Numbers: The Crisis in Sudan
The United States just formally declared that genocide has taken place in the northeast African nation, but the calamity there dates back decades.The New York Times - 1d -
Pound falls to lowest in over a year after UK borrowing costs rise
Economists have warned the rise could mean further tax hikes or spending cuts by the government.BBC News - 1h -
'It can’t be bought': Greenlanders respond to Trump's options for their country
Nuuk residents said that Greenland could not be bought, after President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out the use of force to take control of the Arctic island.NBC News - 9h -
Corporate borrowers kick off 2025 with record-setting $83bn bond bonanza
Issuers pounce on surging investor demand for debt before Donald Trump returns to the White HouseFinancial Times - 14h -
In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making
Some Pacific Palisades residents said the community had long asked for more detailed fire preparation plans. When a fire raged through the community this week, gridlock ensued.The New York Times - 17h -
Map shows where air quality is being affected by Los Angeles wildfires
As thousands of acres burn across Southern California, wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in the region and beyond.CBS News - 18h -
Biden approves major disaster declaration for California wildfires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday ...CBS News - 20h -
As natural disasters intensify, affected student loan borrowers have options
Federal student loan borrowers affected by the wildfires ripping across Southern California have relief options if they’re worried about keeping up with their payments as they recover.NBC News - 21h -
3 cheap ways to borrow money without using a credit card now
With credit card interest rates high, it helps to explore these alternative, cheaper ways to borrow money right now.CBS News - 22h -
UK 10-year borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008
Treasury seeks to reassure markets as gilt sell-off threatens the government’s ability to meet its fiscal rulesFinancial Times - 1d -
What factors drive mortgage loan interest rates?
The Fed rate decisions aren't the only factor that plays a role in where mortgage rates head next.CBS News - 1d -
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Borrowing home equity in 2025? 3 things to consider first
Borrowing home equity in 2025 could be beneficial for owners, as long as they first account for these three items.CBS News - 1d -
As student loan bills become a normal part of life again, tax break will be available to many
There's one upside to your student loan payments: They might qualify you for a tax break.CNBC - 2d -
Faisal Islam: Soaring UK borrowing costs are a problem for Rachel Reeves
The Chancellor may face the prospect of breaking her own Budget rulesBBC News - 2d -
UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest level since 1998
Rising interest costs raise fears about chancellor’s ability to hit revised fiscal rulesFinancial Times - 2d -
Pentagon Labels More Chinese Companies as Military in Nature
Tencent was added to the Defense Department’s list of “Chinese military companies,” contributing to a selloff in U.S.-listed shares of the WeChat owner.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
How Congestion Pricing Will Affect Small Businesses
New York City’s controversial new toll could hurt small businesses by making deliveries more expensive—or help them by reducing traffic jams.Inc. - 2d -
Slot: United quality, not Madrid links affected TAA
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot disagreed with the idea that Trent Alexander-Arnold's lacklustre display in his team's 2-2 draw with Manchester United came as a result of speculation linking the ...ESPN - 3d -
Students Charged in ‘To Catch a Predator’ TikTok Scheme
Five students at Assumption University in Worcester, Mass., are accused of luring a man to campus, where he was chased by a group of about 25 people.The New York Times - 3d -
Nature: Bald Eagles in South Dakota
We leave you this Sunday with bald eagles flying high above the Missouri River in South Dakota. As of January 1st, the bald eagle is, finally, our official national bird. Videographer: Kevin ...CBS News - 4d -
Trump Sees the U.S. as a ‘Disaster.’ The Numbers Tell a Different Story.
President Biden is bequeathing his successor a nation that by many measures is in good shape, even if voters remain unconvinced.The New York Times - 4d -
Rangers have 'no other option' than to sort issues
Fresh off Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Capitals, the Rangers, who have lost 16 of their past 21 games, have "no other option" than to keep working, Mika Zibanejad says.ESPN - 4d -
My grandfather co-signed my cousin’s student loan. After my grandfather died, my cousin skipped town. Will the estate have to pay the debt?
“The loan is now in default, and I have no idea where this grandson is.”MarketWatch - 5d -
Utd trigger Maguire option: 'Starving for leaders'
Ruben Amorim has admitted his Manchester United squad is "starved of leaders" and suggested it's why Harry Maguire's contract has been extended.ESPN - 5d -
While Biden administration withdrew student loan forgiveness plans, there is still debt relief available
After the Biden administration withdrew its sweeping student loan forgiveness plans, borrowers should look into the existing debt cancellation programs.CNBC - 6d -
Student loan borrowers should take these steps before presidential administration changes
The country's roughly 40 million federal student loan borrowers should brace for change when President Joe Biden exits office toward the end of the month.CNBC - 6d -
Elon Musk, the Titan disaster and Sly Stone: the most anticipated documentaries of 2025
The next 12 months promises a host of provocative and revealing new documentary movies. As of early January, it is still too soon to know how the year will shape out for documentary film, with many ...The Guardian - 6d -
3 safety features home equity loans offer borrowers now
These three unique features make home equity loan borrowing especially secure right now.CBS News - 6d -
Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies
The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Life Lessons From the Masters of Disaster
The President-elect and the mayor of Chicago are great examples of how not to behave at critical moments. Entrepreneurs, take note.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
Removal of waste from site of 1984 Bhopal disaster dismissed as ‘farce’
Indian government accused of PR stunt after moving 337 tonnes of toxic waste that had been held in containers. Forty years after one of world’s deadliest industrial disasters struck the Indian city ...The Guardian - Jan. 2 -
NYCFC loans Sands to Bundesliga side St. Pauli
New York City FC loaned homegrown midfielder James Sands to the German Bundesliga side FC St. Pauli.ESPN - Jan. 2 -
Borrowers cheer Biden's record-setting student loan forgiveness, but left bitter with the system
President Biden will leave office with the legacy of approving the greatest amount of student debt relief of any president, changing the lives of millions of Americans. Many of these borrowers ...The Hill - Jan. 1 -
How tariffs could affect health care costs
{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story How tariffs could affect health care costs President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports could drastically affect the cost of prescription ...The Hill - Dec. 31
