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Summary: Tariff Rebate Checks Delayed Until After the Holidays Americans “won’t get a $2,000 rebate check from the federal government before Christmas.” President Donald Trump “said Friday that the proposed checks will not be distributed before the end of the year.” He made the comments “aboard Air Force One on his way to Mar-a-Lago… It’s…

Summary: Covid Policies Left ‘$2,000-a-Month Dreams’ Out of Reach for Millions, CEO Says “We’ve probably made housing unaffordable for a whole generation of Americans,” warned Sean Dobson, the CEO of Amherst Group, in a conversation with ResiClub’s Lance Lambert. Speaking at the ResiDay conference, Dobson reflected on what the country is supposed to do “for…

AT&T customers affected by the 2024 data breaches have until Dec. 18 to file a claim worth up to $7,500. Learn who qualifies, how to submit your claim, and what compensation is available under the AT&T settlement. Claims Reach Up to $7,500 for Those Affected AT&T customers impacted by the company’s 2024 data breaches have…

Summary: Mounting Anxiety Over Living Costs Americans have been voicing their frustration to Trump, as “the cost of living has been on the minds of Americans” following Democratic victories in states like New Jersey, New York, and Virginia, wins “fueled by voters angry over rising prices.” Despite this, Donald Trump sharply dismissed concerns. He “insisted…

Discover the ultimate prefab tiny house for adults — a fully equipped, expandable home with a bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom. Built with durable steel and insulated panels, it’s ideal for off-grid living or modern minimalist lifestyles. Check it out now! If you’ve ever dreamed of having a compact home with everything you need — bedroom,…

A major Massachusetts study links covid-19 infection during pregnancy to higher risks of autism and developmental delays in children, emphasizing the importance of vaccination for expectant mothers A new study published in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology analyzed more than 18,100 births in Massachusetts and found that children born to mothers infected with covid-19 during…

The latest Fed Beige Book shows stable employment but growing signs of economic strain. Layoffs are increasing, consumer spending is softening, and middle-income households are feeling the pressure amid tariffs and reduced immigration.Economic activity was little changed and employment largely stable in recent weeks, the Federal Reserve said on Wednesday. However, there were “emerging signs…

The S&P 500’s powerful 2025 rally mirrors only four periods in the past 100 years — the 1920s, 1930s, 1950s, and 1990s. Discover what history says about today’s AI-driven bull market and whether it’s a bubble or a breakthrough. The stock market has spent most of 2025 defying both gravity and logic. Despite “persistent geopolitical…

Warren Buffett’s cautious market stance highlights his top dividend safety stocks — Chevron, Coca-Cola, Domino’s Pizza, and Kroger. As fears of a 2025 market correction rise, these conservative Berkshire Hathaway holdings offer stability, strong yields, and long-term value for investors seeking safe havens. The 10-year Treasury note, once trading at a 4.75% yield in January,…

Gold surges, Bitcoin climbs, and stocks break records — even as jobs vanish and the U.S. government shuts down. Explore why Wall Street’s rally makes sense to some and none to others, revealing the deep divide between Main Street and the market. Gold is soaring, Bitcoin is back, and the dollar is sliding — even…