The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, a move that could mean higher borrowing costs for everyday Americans already feeling the squeeze of persistent inflation. The vote was unanimous. It marks the first rate hike in more than 3 years and returns rates t...
government
“Traitors” star Maura Higgins was at the top of Wednesday’s “Dancing with the Stars” leaderboard, but she’s not the one others fear.
safety
A children's toy sold at Target stores nationwide and online is being recalled due to a potential choking hazard. The Melissa & Doug "Lights and Sound Fire Truck" is a compact fire engine toy with spinning wheels and busy-board activities that activate lights and sounds. The toy ...
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Rising gas prices and high finance charges are driving the cost of owning a new car to more than $12,000 a year. A new report from AAA says that breaks down to more than $1,000 a month. The report says that gas-powered medium sedans cost $10,582 per year to own. Electric vehicles...
safety
A recall has been issued for heated blankets and heating pads sold on Amazon that could overheat, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the recall was issued due to faulty internal wire heating elements...
schools
Baylor quarterback DJ Lagway will reportedly miss his second straight game with an ankle injury.
parks
A childhood favorite is getting a major upgrade as Capri Sun is supersizing its signature juice pouch. The company is testing its Big Pouch version that holds three times more juice than the original. The original holds six ounces and contains 60 calories. Capri Sun says fans hav...
government
Votebeat reports a contested statistical model by Walter Mebane raised doubts about the 2024 election, sparking debate and allegations of fraud.
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Caribou reports that longer auto loan terms can lower monthly payments but often increase the total borrowing cost.
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I’m already annoyed with the whole revenge tour thing at Notre Dame. And more annoyed with the attention paid to it.
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Human remains found in the Grand Canyon this week were those of the last remaining person missing after the deadly flash flooding in late August, the victims wife said Thursday. The discovery of Timothy Allen Smith brought the death toll to three from flooding that devastated the...
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GoodRx reports that weight loss can weaken bones, increasing fracture risk.
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Ogee reports that skin health is influenced by sleep and stress, emphasizing the need for consistent habits to improve recovery and appearance.
