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Infant mortality rises for third consecutive year in England

Risk of death for babies born in poorer areas is almost three times higher than in wealthier postcodes, figures show. Infant mortality has risen for the third year in a row in England, with the ...
World - The Guardian - November 14
Is a HELOC or home equity loan better with inflation rising?

With inflation rising again, homeowners considering using their home equity should review both options carefully.
Top stories - CBS News - November 14
Measles cases rise by 20 percent worldwide: WHO

Measles cases have skyrocketed in recent years after a COVID-19 pandemic-era drop in vaccination against the virus. Cases of the disease increased by 20 percent across the globe between 2022 and ...
Politics - The Hill - November 14
Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut

Lenders have been raising the cost of fixed-rate deals creating a headache for buyers and those remortgaging.
Top stories - BBC News - November 15
Are Women Really Abandoning Men? Inside the Rise of ‘Heteropessimism.’

The election made clear that America’s gender divide is stark. What’s a heterosexual woman to do?
Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 16
Samsung shares rise on ‘desperate’ buyback plan

First repurchases in seven years are aimed at boosting stock and may help avoid margin call for founding family
World - Financial Times - 6 days ago
High energy prices predicted to be 'the new normal'

The energy price cap is predicted to edge up by 1% from January, according to analysis by Cornwall Insight.
Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago
How many farms will be affected by Budget tax rises?

Estimates of the number of farms affected range from 100 to 70,000.
Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago

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