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The central bank “has gained greater confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward 2 percent,” policymakers stated.
White House Plans to Close Loophole Used by Temu and Shein
The days of cheap prices from Chinese e-commerce companies are likely coming to an end.
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Made in the shape of animals, beasts, and humans, the sculpted water vessels were used for ancient ceremonial hand-washing rituals.
Christopher Reeve: America’s Own Man of Steel
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Blinken Says US Not Involved in Hezbollah Pager Attacks, Urges Restraint Amid Cease-Fire Talks
The Sept. 17 attack in Lebanon involved a wave of exploding personal pagers used by Hezbollah, a U.S.-designated terrorist group.
The 2nd Trump Assassination Attempt: What’s Known So Far
What we know about the timeline of events, the suspect, the security, and the investigations.
Post-Pandemic Cultural Shift Drives School Absentee Crisis
Three states have enacted laws allowing counties to initiate legal action against parents who continually allow their children to skip school.
New Research Finds Cancer-Fighting DNA in Common Foods
Eating a balanced diet, rich in a variety of whole foods, may be a key to reducing the risk of cancer.
Suspicious Packages Sent to Election Officials Across United States
The FBI is investigating to determine how many suspicious packages were sent, the identity of the sender, and the reason.
FBI Director Confirms ‘Full Force’ Investigation Into Apparent 2nd Trump Assassination Attempt
The FBI cannot release many new details relating to the case, the FBI’s Christopher Wray says.
Police Confirm No Explosives Found Near Trump’s NY Rally, Person Detained
‘The individual with the bomb dog falsely reported explosives being found and that individual is currently being detained by police,’ police say.
Americans Can Now Renew Their Passports Online: Everything You Need to Know
There are restrictions on who can apply, according to the State Department’s website.
Second Wave of Explosions Hits Communications Devices Across Lebanon
A Hezbollah official says walkie-talkies used by the group exploded across Beirut, a day after pagers blew up.
The Complex Story of Folate and Age
Folate is critical for several essential metabolic and cellular processes—and how your body handles it may be as important as how much you get.
Mortgage Applications Rise Amid Fed Rate Cut Prediction
August data from the Mortgage Bankers Association showed applications for new home purchases increased by 4.4 percent from 2023.
Arizona Officials Find Nearly 100,000 Voters Didn’t Provide Proof of Citizenship
Driver’s licenses issued to replace original licenses obtained without proof of citizenship, were accepted as proof of citizenship in state and local elections.
Exploding Pagers Made in Hungary, Says Taiwanese Firm
Gold Apollo says it was not involved in design or manufacturing of the pagers, and that they were made by a Budapest-based company.
Finland Calls for End to Single Nation Veto on UN Security Council
The permanent members, who have the power of veto, are: the United States, Russia, China, the UK and France.
Hezbollah Exploding Pagers: What We Know So Far
Lebanon’s public health minister Dr. Firass Abiad says 12 people died and thousands more were injured after pagers exploded simultaneously.
Microplastics Found in Human Brain for the First Time
A new study from Brazil reveals that microplastics might enter the human brain through the nose, with unknown impact on brain function.
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A History of the American Nation
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‘General Hospital’ Actor Works as a Realtor Despite Emmy Awards
Successful Hollywood actors cope with the ebbs and flows of the entertainment industry with side jobs.
‘General Hospital’ Actor Works as a Realtor Despite Emmy Awards
Successful Hollywood actors cope with the ebbs and flows of the entertainment industry with side jobs.
A Beginner’s Guide to Muscle Building
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A Beginner’s Guide to Muscle Building
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Rural Free Delivery Changes American Society
Rural families overcame strong opposition to have their mail delivered to them.
Sancta Sanctorum: The Holiest Chapel in Rome
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Drive to your next vacation and enjoy being amidst nature.
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