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Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies after medical emergency at brand event

Disney influencer Dominique Brown died last week after reportedly experiencing a severe allergic reaction at a holiday brand event in Los Angeles.

NBC News - Dec. 10

Fannie and Freddie, the Big Mortgage Backers, Face Climate Risks

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which backstop most U.S. mortgages, know floods and fires are a growing problem. But little action has been taken.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

Here's what could happen with mortgage rates this December, according to experts

Could the mortgage rate climate change in the final month of 2024? Here's what some experts think.

CBS News - Dec. 9

How Russia-backed influencers meddled in Romania’s vote

Bucharest scrapped presidential election after ‘illegal’ social media campaign used tactics seen in Moldova poll

Financial Times - Dec. 9

Arsenal ratings: Lackluster Gunners drop points

Their set-piece prowess saved a point at Fulham, but Arsenal could only move one point closer to Liverpool.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies after medical emergency at event

Investigation launched after Black Girl Disney co-founder was given CPR at lunch hosted by BoxLunch in Los Angeles. A Disney-inspired social media influencer, Dominique Brown , 34, died after ...

The Guardian - Dec. 8

How fast will the ECB lower interest rates?

Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Influencers enlisted to help fight fly tipping as problem worsens

Litter pickers say the situation is depressing as the cost of removing dumped rubbish nears £2m.

BBC News - Dec. 8

Far-right influencer Nick Fuentes accused of pepper spraying woman

Far-right influencer Nick Fuentes is due in court later this month.

ABC News - Dec. 7

A ‘Clean Girl’ Influencer’s Lawsuit Asks: Can You Copyright a Vibe?

One influencer is suing another, accusing her of copying her minimalist aesthetic on social media. It turns out there is a lot of gray area in shades of beige.

The New York Times - Dec. 7

Will mortgage rates fall below 6% in 2025? Here’s what experts say.

The incoming Trump administration’s policies could affect mortgage rates in 2025, real-estate economists say.

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Fannie Mae CEO reveals what’s really behind rising mortgage rates

Homeowners shouldn’t count on lower rates; they should build strong credit so they can qualify for the most affordable loan.

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Influencers selling fake cures for polycystic ovary syndrome

Influencers posing as medical experts are exploiting the lack of easy solutions for PCOS by selling fake cures.

BBC News - Dec. 7

Romania Scraps Election After Russian Influence Allegations

The presidential election was canceled after the government accused Moscow of a TikTok campaign to propel a pro-Kremlin candidate to the fore.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6

How the SEC influenced the start of a crypto-backed super PAC

Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of cryptocurrency company Ripple, says the major crypto-industry funded super PAC in the 2024 election was inspired by what he calls the SEC's "war on crypto."

CBS News - Dec. 6

Israel seeks Elon Musk’s influence in resolving hostage situation in Gaza

SpaceX head has had Trump’s ear since election, and Israel hopes he can convince president-elect to pursue a deal. Israel has sought to enlist Elon Musk ’s help in reviving hostage negotiations ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Musk signals he won't use growing influence to go after competitors

Elon Musk indicated Friday that he will not use his growing influence in the Trump administration to hurt or seek revenge on his industry competitors. In a post on his social platform X, Musk ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Syrian Rebel Offensive Bolsters Turkey's Geopolitical Influence

NATO member Turkey has longstanding relations with the rebels who entered Hama and captured Aleppo days earlier.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6

Rocket Mortgage Sues U.S., Challenges DOJ Discrimination Suit

Rocket Mortgage sued the federal government as part of a challenge to the Justice Department’s recent discrimination lawsuit tying Rocket to the conduct of an appraiser it used.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

How a 63-year-old math teacher became a social media fashion influencer

After a photo went viral in 2016, Irvin Randle wanted to show off his style. The math teacher by day now has 1.1 million followers on Instagram and 1.7 million on TikTok.

CBS News - Dec. 5

4 mortgage interest rate scenarios that could occur in 2025

Many experts predict a gradual decline in mortgage rates next year, but other scenarios could play out.

CBS News - Dec. 5

Romania hit by major election influence campaign, amid Russian cyber-attacks

Romania's intelligence service reveals details of what it says is an attempt from abroad to meddle in the country's presidential election.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Sam Altman brushes off Musk's influence in Trump administration amid tension

Sam Altman, the CEO of tech company OpenAI, brushed off tech billionaire Elon Musk's influence in the upcoming Trump administration, according to a Wednesday report from The New York Times. Altman ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

OpenAI CEO 'not that worried' about Elon Musk's influence in Trump administration

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is locked in a legal dispute with rival Elon Musk

ABC News - Dec. 4

Lauren Mayberry steps out of the band Chvrches for a solo album that shows her influences

The birth of Lauren Mayberry as a solo artist should be marked by something like a wolf cry

ABC News - Dec. 4

Homebuyer demand for mortgages jumped 6%, as interest rates fell to lowest level in over a month

Potential homebuyers are responding to lower mortgage rates and a higher supply of homes for sale.

NBC News - Dec. 4

She Was a Russian Socialite and Influencer. Cops Say She’s a Crypto Laundering Kingpin

Western authorities say they’ve identified a network that found a new way to clean drug gangs’ dirty cash. WIRED gained exclusive access to the investigation.

Wired - Dec. 4

Interest rates forecast to be higher for longer due to Budget

Measures in the Budget will boost growth in the short-term, but interest rates will fall more slowly, it says.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Homebuyer demand for mortgages jumped 6%, as interest rates fell to the lowest level in over a month

Potential homebuyers are responding to lower mortgage rates and a higher supply of homes for sale.

CNBC - Dec. 4

What drives home equity loan interest rates?

Wonder what impacts home equity borrowing rates? Here are the factors borrowers should be aware of.

CBS News - Dec. 3

7 tips from a tax influencer as she approaches retirement at 70

Phyllis Jo Kubey is still on a continuing education journey as retirement looms

MarketWatch - Dec. 3

Consumer watchdog wants FTC to investigate Oz for influencer marketing violations

A consumer advocacy group wants the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to open an investigation into whether Dr. Mehmet Oz violated influencer marketing rules by promoting products from a wellness and ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

This factor can get your mortgage application denied — even if you're a high earner

The debt-to-income ratio was the most common reason buyers were denied a mortgage, according to a report. Here's how to improve it.

CNBC - Dec. 3

What's the mortgage interest rate forecast for December 2024?

If you're planning to buy or refinance a home this month, here's what mortgage rates could look like.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Meta says it has taken down about 20 covert influence operations in 2024

Firm names Russia as top source of such activity but says it is ‘striking’ how little AI was used to try to trick voters. . Meta has intervened to take down about 20 covert influence operations ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

TikTok influencer arrested after posting allegedly stolen Target haul is arrested again

A Florida TikTok influencer arrested after she posted video of what authorities alleged was a haul of stolen Target items was arrested again and accused of shoplifting from the same retailer in at ...

NBC News - Dec. 3

Rebel offensive boosts Turkey’s influence in Syria

Ankara, long a backer of opposition groups, sees chance to push back Kurdish militants and force Assad to negotiate

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Saudi Arabia's network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA

Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports have been detailed in research ahead of the kingdom being confirmed by FIFA next week as the 2034 World Cup host

ABC News - Dec. 2

A Second-Rate Crime Gets a Second-Rate Pardon

At least Joe didn’t make Hunter ambassador to a major international ally.

The New York Times - Dec. 2

Will credit card interest rates fall this December?

Credit card rates are sitting at a record high right now, but will they drop lower this month? Here's what to know.

CBS News - Dec. 2

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