Is The U.S. Officially In A Recession? Economists Say No
Rising inflation, high prices at the grocery store, and increasing interest rates are factors hurting almost every American. Is the U.S. officially in a recession?
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Burn Pit Bill Loses Support From Senate GOP — Here’s Who Voted No on It
Pat Toomey, Chuck Schumer, and Joni Ernst were a few senators who voted "no" on the burn pit bill. Here's why the bill lost support. Many veterans are shocked.
National Wing Day: These Restaurants Are Giving Away Free Wings
It's National Wing Day and restaurants around the U.S. have special deals on chicken wings today. You can visit the following restaurants to celebrate.
Pennsylvania Senate Candidate John Fetterman Is Highly Educated
Pennsylvania Senate candidate John Fetterman is highly educated, with not only a BA, but also an MBA and Masters in Public Policy.
Yikes, Hershey Predicts a Halloween Candy Shortage — Here's Why
Start stocking up on candy now because there may not be enough come Halloween time. Hershey says supply chain issues are making it difficult to keep up with demand.
Ron DeSantis Declares War on ESG — Ideological Investing, Explained
ESG (environmental, social, and governance) is a form of ideological investing. We'll explain ideological investing in more detail.
Congressional Baseball Game Draws a Big Crowd, Benefits Charities
The congressional baseball game takes place on July 28, where Republicans will go against the Democrats. Which charities benefit from the game?
SEC Files Charges Against Banks for Not Following Identity Theft Red Flags Rule
Identity theft is costly to both businesses and consumers. The SEC has the Red Flags Rule in order to help reduce the risk of identity theft.
Will the Climate Bill Really Help Inflation Like Manchin Says?
In a major reversal of opinion, Senator Joe Manchin has announced that he’s in favor of the climate and tax plan, citing its benefits for inflation.
Klondike Is Discontinuing the Choco Taco — Fans Aren't Pleased
Klondike confirmed via its website that the company is doing away with the Choco Taco after having it on the market for nearly 40 years. But why?
Has Media Pundit Ann Coulter Been Blackballed? Fans Notice Her Absence
Fans think Ann Coulter has been blackballed. She hasn't been present on TV since she started opposing Donald Trump. Keep reading to find out why.
If You Take the Lottery Annuity and Die, Here's What Happens
No one won the Mega Millions drawing on July 26, so now the jackpot is over $1 billion. If you take the lottery annuity and die, what happens to the rest of the money?
Microchip Legislation Forges Ahead, Final Vote Coming Soon
U.S. lawmakers are making progress on legislation that could rectify the ongoing semiconductor shortage. Here's what the microchip legislation includes and what to expect.
China Bank Run in 2022: Are Chinese Banks Failing?
Recently, there were reports that China sent tanks to scare bank depositors. Is there a bank run in China in 2022? Are Chinese banks failing?
Walmart’s Inflation Warning Could Impact Fed Meeting Outcome
Economic data has been soft and Walmart has warned of inflation hurting sales. Will Walmart’s warning impact the outcome of the Fed's meeting?
Details on Jared Kushner’s Memoir and the Medical Battle He Overcame
Jared Kushner is releasing a memoir on August 23, 2022, that details some of debates that occurred in the Oval Office and his bout with thyroid cancer.
CNN Commentator Alyssa Farah Will Replace Meghan McCain on 'The View'
Alyssa Farah served as Press Secretary to the Department of Defense. Who is Farah's husband? She also recently landed a permanent position on 'The View.'
Lufthansa Cancels Over 1,000 Flights Amid Ground Staff Strike
Lufthansa canceled over 1,000 flights that are scheduled for July 27, impacting over 100,000 passengers. Why is Lufthansa canceling its flights?
Biden’s LGBTQI+ Executive Order — Historic Move, Explained
On June 15, 2022, President Joe Biden signed an executive order that advances equality for LGBTQI+ individuals. Here's what the executive order addresses.
Florida Faces a Teacher Shortage, Over 9,000 Unfilled Positions
Florida is said to be facing a teacher shortage of over 9,000 school personnel positions this fall. It isn't the only state struggling to fill classroom positions.
Janet Yellen Downplays Recession Risk, Calls It a 'Transition'
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen downplayed recession risks and said that the economy is in a "transition." Is she right or wrong?
Car Insurance Rates Are Rising — These Factors Are Driving Them Higher
Car insurance companies are raising their rates in 2022, primarily to combat inflation. Here's a look at some other factors that will cause your car insurance to go up.
Is Microsoft Secretly Planning to Buy Netflix? — Here's Why One Analyst Thinks So
Netflix partnered with Microsoft in hopes of boosting its advertising tactics. But some seem to think Microsoft actually plans to buy Netflix.
Boeing Workers Reject Deal, Will Go on Strike Starting August 1
About 2,500 Boeing defense workers have decided to go on strike as they rejected the company’s offer. What are Boeing striking workers’ demands?
Why Is Pope Francis in a Wheelchair? Pontiff Visits Canada This Week
When Pope Francis landed in Canada July 24 on his “trip of penance," he left the plane in a wheelchair. Why is Pope Francis in a wheelchair?
Why Is Nancy Pelosi Going to Taiwan? Tensions Continue to Mount
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is planning an August visit to Taiwan, despite warnings from military officials that it would provoke China.
Details on Nicole Shanahan’s Prenup and Alleged Affair With Elon Musk
Nicole Shanahan reportedly claimed she signed a prenuptial agreement with Sergey Brin while “under duress.” She's seeking $1 billion from the divorce.
Who Owns 23andMe? Company Accused of Selling Users' Data
U.S. Representative Jason Crow has cautioned people against sharing their health data with 23andMe. Who owns 23andMe and does the company sells users' data?
Fact Check: Did Biden Change Recession Definition Ahead of Q2 GDP?
A White House blog post has courted controversy over its definition of "recession." Is Joe Biden trying to redefine recession ahead of the U.S. second-quarter GDP release?
Hyundai Subsidiary SMART Alabama LLC Caught Using Child Labor
An Alabama-based subsidiary of Hyundai has been caught using child labor. Here are the details — and whether Hyundai is at fault.
U.S. Army Struggles With a Military Recruitment Shortage
Uncle Sam needs new recruits now more than ever. The Army is projecting a military recruitment shortage over the next two years. Here's what we know.
195 House Representatives Voted Against the Contraception Bill
As lawmakers seek to codify the right to contraception into federal law, hundreds of House Representatives voted against the bill.
A Case of Polio Emerged in New York — Are Vaccines Readily Available?
Polio vaccines still exist and are included in the CDC’s standard child immunization schedule. With a case recently emerging in New York, health officials urge the unvaccinated to get vaccinated.
Customers Are Infuriated Over Ticketmaster's Dynamic Pricing System
Ticketmaster sometimes uses a dynamic pricing system which prices tickets based on the level of interest and demand. This can cause ticket prices to rise significantly.
Get to Know All 10 of Donald Trump's Grandchildren — Trump Family Tree
Former President Donald Trump has 10 grandchildren in total. Though he has five kids, only three (Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Ivanka Trump) have given him grandchildren.
A Recession Seems Imminent — If It Happens, How Long Might It Last?
Talks about a recession have been increasing and people are trying to prepare. If there were a recession, how long would it last? Here is what history tells us.
Amid Economic and Agricultural Turmoil, Italy's Prime Minister Resigned
Italy prime minister Mario Draghi resigned Thursday, even though many citizens and political leaders want him to stay. What is happening in Italy?
The U.S. Dollar Is Strong — And Getting Stronger
The U.S. dollar and euro reached parity recently. Here’s why the U.S. dollar is so strong and what it means for the global markets.
Fact Check: Did President Biden Ever Have Brain Surgery?
Did Biden have brain surgery? The President has a long and complicated health history and it seems that brain surgery was part of it. Here's a fact check.
Airbnb Co-Founder Joe Gebbia Is Stepping Down — Here’s Why
Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia is stepping down from his full-time role. Here’s the scoop.
Florida News Anchor Angela Jacobs Has Passed Away — What Happened?
Angela Jacobs was a news reporter for Orlando-based media outlet, WFTV. She passed away on July 20, 2022, after battling breast cancer.
Georgia's Heartbeat Bill Goes Into Effect Immediately With Very Few Exceptions
'Roe v. Wade' being overturned paved the way for Georgia to implement its 2019 Heartbeat Bill. Does the state make any exceptions regarding abortions?
Fact Check: Did President Biden Say He Has Cancer?
During a speech on climate change, Biden said he had cancer. Is the President terminally ill? Or was this just a moment of him fumbling his words?
Fed Decision July 2022: Will It Be a 100 Basis Point Hike?
The Federal Reserve meeting will be held next week on July 26–27. What decision will the Fed make and could it be a 100 basis point rate hike?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Is Sending Out $450 Relief Checks Per Child
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has decided to send $450 relief checks per child to certain families. Who qualifies for the stimulus checks?
Crypto Layoffs Continue as CEOs Focus on Crypto Winter Concerns
The crypto world is experiencing layoffs. Amid concerns about a "crypto winter," Coinbase fired 18 percent of its staff and in a second lay off round, Gemini axed staff.
Lis Smith Isn’t Married, But Did Date a Married Man in the Past
Political strategist Lis Smith isn't a married women, although she did date a married man in 2013. Here's the scoop on her dating history.
Few Republican Senators Likely to Support Same-Sex Marriage
Legislators are attempting to codify same-sex marriage and protect it from potential overturn. Which senators support same-sex marriage?
Key Democrats and "Squad" Members Arrested During Abortion Protest
A group of Democrat leaders known as "The Squad" were arrested during a peaceful protest regarding abortion rights. What happens to them now?
Twitter Is Suing Elon Musk, Court Proceedings Could Begin in October
Elon Musk decided to finally back out of the deal to buy Twitter. Will Twitter sue Musk for breaching the agreement? Here's what we know so far.