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No gift money? No problem. How to afford a house on your own
By Abby Badach Doyle, NerdWallet When you’re saving for your first home, it’s natural to wish for a helping hand. It might even feel like everyone else is getting a check from Mom and Dad. But if you don’t have a financial head start, where should you begin?
Trump’s tariffs aren’t strictly reciprocal. Here’s how he calculated them
By WILL WEISSERT WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump promised tariffs that would raise U.S. import taxes high enough to mirror what other assess as trade penalties on American goods. What he’s actually imposing is based on far more complicated math.
Mexico celebrates dodging latest US tariffs but feels the effects of global economic uncertainty
By MARÍA VERZA and FABIOLA SÁNCHEZ MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico celebrated Thursday having dodged the latest round of tariffs from the White House taking aim at dozens of U.S. trading partners around the world, but was also quickly reminded that in a global
Dow drops 1,300 as US stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump's tariffs ignite a COVID-like shock
NEW YORK (AP) — Financial markets around the world are reeling Thursday following President Donald Trump’s latest and most severe set of tariffs, and the U.S. stock market is taking the worst of it so far. The S&P 500 was down 4.2% in afternoon trading,
Trump's tariffs aren't strictly reciprocal. Here's how he calculated them
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump promised tariffs that would raise U.S. import taxes high enough to mirror what other assess as trade penalties on American goods. What he's actually imposing is based on far more complicated math. Here's a look at how
Ford offering employee pricing to all shoppers in wake of Trump tariffs
Automotive giant Ford announced that it will be offering employee pricing to all of their shoppers in the wake of President Trump’s new sweeping tariff package. Ford is kicking off its “From America, For America” campaign on Thursday. The effort, which Ford
Pence on Trump tariffs: 'Largest peacetime tax hike in U.S. history'
Former Vice President Mike Pence warned about the economic and political risks of the Trump administration’s sweeping reciprocal tariffs on other nations, calling them the “largest peacetime tax hike in U.S. history.” Pence, who served alongside President
Canada announces 25 percent tariff on non-USMCA compliant US auto imports
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Thursday his country will impose 25-percent tariffs on U.S. auto imports that do not comply with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on free trade. Carney said the tariffs are a direct response to President
Retiring Justice Ann Walsh Bradley elected chief justice, will hand reins to Jill Karofsky
Susan Crawford defeats Bill Schimel, watch her full victory speech Judge Susan Crawford spoke to supporters after defeating Trump-backed Brad Schimel for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley has been elected to serve
Teen accused of killing Lily Peters wants trial moved out of Chippewa County
An attorney for the teenager accused of raping and killing 10-year-old Lily Peters has filed a motion to move the upcoming trial outside Chippewa County. A motion hearing for Carson T. Peters-Berger, 17, has been scheduled for June 9 in Chippewa Falls, online
Birmingham refuse strike ‘must end’ says minister after visit to city
Birmingham City Council declared a major incident on Monday to deal with the weeks-long strike. ...
Nation’s Power Operators Warn Congress of a Coming Reliability Shortfall
Six major U.S. grid operators
'Dealer for the People' to hang up his costumes and sell Zumbrota Ford
ZUMBROTA, Minn. — Steve Johnson, "the dealer for the people" known for his colorful commercials, is retiring and selling his Zumbrota Ford dealership. “It’s bittersweet. It’s kind of like selling the family dairy farm,” he said, sitting
France’s Macron Says European Businesses Should Halt U.S. Investment—As Trump Tariffs Face Global Backlash
Beijing expressed anger and warned of countermeasures, while European leaders said the levies could have a major impact on the world’s economy. ...
Patriots Send Quarterback Joe Milton III To Cowboys In Reported Pick Swap
Three months removed from his New England Patriots debut, quarterback Joe Milton has moved on to the Dallas Cowboys via trade. ...
What’s Up With Rising Right Track Poll Responses?
In a new poll released this week, 42% said things in the country were generally going in the right direction. This response has doubled since October last year. ...
No, Walmart is not closing additional stores in 2025 just yet
Walmart closed several stores in 2024, but no closures have been announced for 2025 yet. ...
WHO faces $2.5 billion funding gap after US' withdrawal
Geneva, April 3 (IANS) The World Health Organization (WHO) is facing a budget gap of $1.9 billion for 2026 and 2027, along with a 600-million-dollar deficit through 2025, according to media reports. The 1.9-billion-dollar funding gap accounts for nearly 45 per
US tariffs on electronics: India emerges favourable among competitors
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) India has emerged favourably placed in the first round of reciprocal tariff announcements by the US, especially compared to key electronics export competitors like China, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia, following the extraordinary
SBI, Citi unveil $295 million social loan to empower local smallholder farmers in India
Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) State Bank of India (SBI) and Citi on Thursday announced a social loan facility of $295 million to support smallholder farmers in India. The financing is specifically directed towards smallholder farmers in India, to support them to
Sensex, Nifty open lower as Trump tariffs trigger global sell-off
Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Indian equity indices opened lower on Thursday following a sharp sell-off in global markets after the US President Donald Trump announcement of reciprocal tariffs. At around 9:20 am, Sensex was down 470 points or 0.61 per cent at 76,197,
HHS cuts lay off workers for US program that assists AL in heating and cooling costs
RFK Jr. to cut 10,000 jobs at US health department The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that it will cut about 10,000 full-time jobs and close half of its regional offices. Reuters On Monday, the Department of Health and Human Services
Trump’s De Minimis Order Could Raise Costs on Clothes and Goods From China
The loophole has allowed retailers to send goods from China directly to U.S. shoppers without paying tariffs. Closing it could raise consumer prices. ...
How is Walmart selling a Blackstone griddle for only $97?
If you haven’t tried grilling out on a griddle yet, you need to and Walmart has an incredible price on this Blackstone Adventure Ready Tabletop Griddle to help you get started. ...
USPS made mail delivery changes in April. Here's what Texans should know
Texans will soon feel the impact of changes coming to the United States Postal Service. The USPS is among a number of federal agencies facing the wrath of President Donald Trump, who is looking to turn the agency around after it reported a net loss of $9.5
Trump\u2019s tariffs aren\u2019t strictly reciprocal. Here\u2019s how he calculated them
The White House created a 10% tariff on nearly all countries and territories. President Donald Trump walks to the Oval Office
CEOs should give LinkedIn a rest
Jon Gray is chief operating officer at Blackstone, a private equity group with more than $1.1 trillion assets under management. Last week he was in Melbourne where he shared his thoughts on the Australian economy. He did this
Tesla sales stall in a rising EV market
Sales of new Tesla cars in the UK stalled in the bumper number plate change month of March. Tesla sales last month were flat in an otherwise rising market for electric cars, according to analysis of