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Condo Buyers Face Tightened Mortgage Reviews Under New Rules
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are requiring closer scrutiny of building finances, reserves, and maintenance.
US Intervenes to Support Japanese Yen: Here’s What to Know
Bessent confirmed that the United States participated in ‘coordinated foreign exchange actions’ that ‘countered disorderly yen movements.’
Fauci Diary Shows Doubts on Effectiveness of COVID-19 Vaccines
Government officials persuaded the CDC director to back away from saying the shots did not prevent transmission or infection, according to the diary.
Education Secretary Urges University Leaders to Reform Their Institutions
Schools were asked to publish a plan for transparency in admissions, free speech, affordability, academic standards, and prioritizing American interests.
Amazon to Disburse $600 Million in Tariff Refunds to Customers
Amazon’s decision to refund tariffs to certain customers comes as the company was sued in May in a class action lawsuit.
Interest in a 4-Day School Week Is Growing in Many States
The number of schools with shorter weeks has nearly doubled since 2023, but experts say large-scale evidence of cost-savings or improved performance is lacking.
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Unchecked Chinese Overcapacity Could Trigger Global Tariffs and Restrictions: Analysts
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron raised alarm over the widening EU–China trade gap during a joint cabinet meeting.
Iran Denies US Talks, Says Negotiations With Oman Ongoing
Tehran said it is negotiating only with Oman despite Trump’s announcement that U.S.–Iran talks would begin on Monday.
Michigan Reports Water System Cyberattacks, Joining 7 Other States
FBI said cyberattackers are targeting internet-connected programmable logic controllers used by water and wastewater utilities.
Operation Blackout Takes Down 4 of the ‘Largest Scam Compounds on Earth’: FBI
Americans are estimated to have lost at least $10 billion to scams operating from Southeast Asia in 2024.
Trump Imposes 4-Year Tariff-Rate Quota on Quartz Surface Imports
The tariffs aim to help U.S. producers adjust after the International Trade Commission found they suffered serious injury.
US Embassy Issues Security Alert After Thousands of Illegal Immigrants Cross Into Spain
The mass influx of Moroccan migrants may lead to ‘unpredictable and dangerous situations,’ it said.
Trump ‘Not Sure’ About Providing Ukraine With Ability to Make Patriot Missiles
‘We have to be a little bit careful of who we license to,’ the U.S. president said.
State Department Moves to Tighten Rules Governing J-1 Exchange Visas
The new State Department proposal would expand grounds for ending exchange programs and tighten oversight of sponsors.
Feds Issue Warning About Hackers Targeting Water Systems
Major water systems were alerted of an increased risk to exposed technology after Minnesota’s water systems were attacked.
Appeals Court Says Trump Admin Cannot Detain Noncitizens Without Bond Hearings
The ruling adds to the split between circuit courts on the matter.
Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Cools Sharply in June
Personal income and spending slowed as months-long elevated prices weighed on consumers.
Iran Threatens US Allies With ‘Harsh Response’ as Regional Fighting Spreads
The warning followed heavy U.S. strikes on Iran and came amid fresh Iranian missile attacks against Jordan and Kuwait.