Keeping up with America

Inflation is sticking around. Here’s what that means for interest rate cuts — and your money: The war against inflation was never going to be easy, but the latest consumer price index data demonstrates just how tough a fight the Federal Reserve is facing.

Tornadoes hit Louisiana, Texas as severe weather causes damage in South: One of the tornadoes, an EF-2, was on the ground for about a mile in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and another caused damage to homes in Port Arthur, Texas.

South Carolina’s top officer not releasing details on 2012 hack that stole millions of tax returns: Twelve years after a hacker stole personal data from more than 3.6 million people in South Carolina by obtaining Social Security numbers and credit card information from tax returns, the state’s top police officer said Wednesday he thought he knew who did it but wasn’t ready to name anyone.

US and Japan announce new military agreements aimed at countering China: Tokyo and Washington have struck 70 pacts on defence cooperation during Japanese PM’s White House state visit.

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul – Promoter in talks to determine what is ‘possible’ for fight rules: A matter of ongoing speculation, the rules for the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight scheduled for July 20 remain undetermined, the promoter told USA TODAY Sports.

Around the World

Russians stage a rare protest after a dam bursts and homes flood near the Kazakh border: Russians in the city of Orsk gathered in a rare protest Monday, calling for compensation following the collapse of a dam and subsequent flooding in the Orenburg region near the border with Kazakhstan.

As China’s economy falters, so does middle class confidence: The slowdown has brought an unfamiliar feeling of uncertainty to a population accustomed to years of breakneck growth.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

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Richer, Wiser, Happier

New AI Tech Will Pick Stocks That Could Beat the Market: Should you use AI to pick stocks? Companies like Danelfin use AI-assisted platforms to analyze data and pick stocks and ETFs.

8 Personal Finance Rules To Live By | Melanie Lockert, Newsweek. Managing your money can help you live well now and set yourself up for success in the future. But the reality is that many Americans are living beyond their means. Following certain financial rules can help you find more balance and increase your financial wellness. Read on to learn the eight best personal finance rules, offering important benchmarks on how to manage your money.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Chatting About the Eclipse With Josh Dobbs, the NFL Quarterback Who Also Works With NASA | NBA Playoff Picture 2024: Updated Play-in Standings, Predictions After April 9

Banned Books to Film series continues with ‘The Kite Runner’ | Bridget Jones is back: Renee Zellweger to return in fourth film

Jonathan Nolan Initially Disagreed With Christopher Nolan Over ‘Dark Knight Rises’ Villain | DJ Mister Cee, who worked with Biggie and Big Daddy Kane, dies at 57

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Lee Priest Talks Favorite Back Workouts, Shares Tips On Training: “Train Hard, Train Smart”

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