Inflation is down — but the middle class is still feeling financial pressure. Here's why

Trump Won on Inflation. Where Does It Go From Here?

Ironically, if Trump does nothing, he could get credit for lower inflation.

Business - Inc. - November 8

Inflation's up again. Here's what it could mean for mortgage interest rates.

Inflation ticked back up to 2.6% in October. Here's what that rise could mean for mortgage rates.

The mainstream media still doesn’t get Trump — or Middle America

A lot of Americans would rather get their information from people like Joe Rogan because they prefer open partisanship to partisanship masquerading as honest journalism.

Politics - The Hill - November 14

'It's simple, really' - why Latinos flocked to Trump's working-class coalition

As well as winning over Hispanic voters, Trump improved his position in some surprising corners.

A new push to wind down the Middle East wars faces familiar challenges

The United States and other mediators are ramping up efforts to halt the wars in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip

World - ABC News - October 30

Middle East latest: Israeli defense minister officially steps down

Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant has officially stepped down in a ceremony that replaced him with Israel Katz, the former foreign minister, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired ...

World - ABC News - November 8

Yum Brands’ earnings fall short of estimates as Pizza Hut parent says consumers are still pressured

Only Taco Bell managed same-store sales gains.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Israel allows additional aid into Gaza under U.S. pressure but it still falls short

Last week, the United Nations warned again that Gaza faces famine while Israel faces a U.S. deadline to increase aid or face restrictions on American military support. Israel has been increasing ...

New report highlights why so many teens feel burned out

A new report from Common Sense Media reveals more than a quarter of American teens feel burnout due to grind culture, with 81% experiencing pressure in at least one area of their lives. Dr. Sue ...

Why inflation helped tip the election toward Trump, according to experts

Inflation has helped fuel a global backlash toward incumbents, experts say.

Why you should open a CD now that inflation is rising again

With inflation on the rise again, savers may have a small window of opportunity to lock in a high CD rate again.

The irony of inflation politics (or why Trump should be nice to Fed Chair Powell)

Only in the crazy, confused world of Washington politics could the Democrats be pointing their fingers of blame at anyone but the federal policymaker who bears much responsibility for their loss: ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Mark Zuckerberg Once Outlined His 4 Rules for Life to a Class of Middle Schoolers. It’s Great Advice for Adults Too

Looking for simple but powerful life advice? A 20-year Meta veteran just shared Mark Zuckerberg’s lessons for eighth graders.

Business - Inc. - November 11

How Trump won middle-class voters — and what his return means for their finances

Trump directly spoke to many Americans’ economic grievances — but it wasn’t just that. After 2020, some voters on the left associated the Democratic Party with a new agenda that no longer ...

Business - MarketWatch - 17 hours ago

Why gold still shines in modern portfolios

Gold is a strategic tool utilized for multiple purposes. Here's why it's still valuable in modern portfolios.

Why Are People Still Buying Ripped Jeans?

A reader wonders if ripped jeans will ever go out of style. Our fashion critic offers insight into the future of distressed denim.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 4

Why Are Cities Still Spending Big on Convention Centers?

Cities are spending more than ever to land the biggest events, but companies have long pulled back on spending for annual conferences and attendance has dwindled.

Business - The New York Times - November 11

Why is Kamala Harris still asking for campaign donations?

A week after losing the election, Kamala Harris's team are still appealing for funds.

Tesco row shows Sundays are still sacred on Hebridean islands

The first Sunday opening of a Tesco has sparked a row and put a part of island culture under the spotlight.

UK Athletics turns down Grand Slam Track involvement over financial concerns

UKA chief executive says cost would be too high Focus is on bid to host World Championships UK Athletics has rejected the chance to be involved in Michael Johnson’s $30m (£23.5m) new Grand Slam ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

Breaking down why Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines, the nation's largest discount airline, has filed for bankruptcy protection. The company has had at least two failed merger attempts in recent years as it struggled to rebound from ...

Here's what a new Trump administration could mean for your money, financial advisors say

It's best to take a wait-and-see approach before making any sudden moves in response to election results, financial advisors say.

Business - CNBC - November 11

Want financial advice from Will Ferrell? Here’s what he told NBA player Austin Reaves.

The 26-year-old — who signed a four-year, $54 million contract with the iconic Los Angeles team last year — talks about life in the NBA.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Japan's October headline inflation rate falls, but economists still see BOJ rate hike on the table

Core inflation came in at 2.3%, down from September's 2.4% but higher than the 2.2% that was expected.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Why Trump’s Space for Deal-Making in the Middle East Has Shrunk

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s agenda in the region is not yet clear, but the geopolitical landscape has changed significantly since he was last in office.

World - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Why Biden's Ukraine ATACMS green light might mean peace talks pressure for Putin

It is perhaps on the diplomatic front that ATACMS will make the largest impact.

Here's why Harris, Trump are campaigning in Texas

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are both taping viral podcasts while in Texas, a solidly red state where each candidate will discuss issues that resonate with their ...

Here's why Argentina's public universities are paralyzed by protests

After 11 months in office, Argentina’s right-wing President Javier Milei has fulfilled his flagship pledge to eliminate the country’s monumental deficits by shrinking the public payroll, slashing ...

World - ABC News - October 31

Georgia secretary of state: Election is secure, and here's why

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) reassured the state’s voters that the upcoming election is secure and that voters' ballots will be counted. Raffensperger said that no matter ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Here’s why the FBI seized Polymarket founder’s phone

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seized the phone of Polymarket founder and CEO Shayne Coplan Wednesday, setting off a wave of complaint from crypto boosters who say the raid was politically ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

Why Home Depot made an $18.25 billion bet on the pro business

The retailer's acquisition is boosting the business as home improvement demand remains slow.

Business - CNBC - November 15

10-year Treasury yield jumps on week as Powell says Fed not in a hurry to keep cutting rates

The 10-year Treasury yield inched higher on Friday as investors digested Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's latest comments and await further economic data.

Business - CNBC - November 15

Older voters prioritized personal economic issues, helped Republicans win on Election Day, new AARP poll finds

More than half of voters ages 50 and up prioritized inflation, the economy and jobs, and Social Security when determining their vote, according to the AARP.

Business - CNBC - November 15

SpaceX president says 'there is plenty of room for competition,' as Starlink nears 5 million customers

SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell urged on rivals in comments Friday, describing competition as healthy for Elon Musk's space company.

Business - CNBC - November 15

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Trump Won on Inflation. Where Does It Go From Here?

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The mainstream media still doesn’t get Trump — or Middle America

'It's simple, really' - why Latinos flocked to Trump's working-class coalition

A new push to wind down the Middle East wars faces familiar challenges

Middle East latest: Israeli defense minister officially steps down

Yum Brands’ earnings fall short of estimates as Pizza Hut parent says consumers are still pressured

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