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The U.S. housing market just flashed a major warning sign. Here’s what the latest numbers reveal

Homes under contract plunged 10.5% in October, the biggest annual decline in nearly three years, as elevated mortgage rates pushed buyers to the...

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NASA wanted to know if humans could handle life on Mars. Four volunteers just put it to the test

A 378-day simulation tested how people manage isolation, scarce resources, and delayed communication, all challenges future Mars astronauts could...

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Just before Halloween, a new report reveals a frightening trend in America’s housing market

The number of ‘zombie’ homes is rising in 29 states, even as the national rate falls. Here’s where the problem is getting worse.

30.10.2026 10

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A budget airline just revealed a startling change in the cost of flying

Frontier Airlines’s latest earnings show a 71% increase in average ticket revenue per passenger, underscoring the changing economics of discount air...

28.10.2026 6

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UPS just revealed a $92.6 billion surprise, and it’s bad news for one of its biggest customers

The delivery giant raised its annual revenue outlook as it continues moving away from lower-profit Amazon shipments in favor of more lucrative...

27.10.2026 7

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Microsoft wants thousands of employees to leave, and it’s willing to pay them to do it

Workers in several major divisions have just weeks to decide whether to accept voluntary buyouts as the company moves to reduce costs.

26.10.2026 10

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A personalized cancer vaccine could be available as soon as 2027. Here’s what we know

Moderna and Merck are preparing to seek regulatory approval after their experimental melanoma vaccine delivered promising results in a late-stage...

23.10.2026 9

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United Airlines is opening the largest airport lounge in the Americas. Here’s what’s inside

The airline’s massive new 54,000-square-foot lounge features seating for 800 travelers, two full-service bars, and an outdoor terrace overlooking...

21.10.2026 8

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JetBlue is testing something travelers have debated for years: Flights without children

The airline is partnering with Virgin Voyages on dedicated adults-only flights, potentially opening the door to more kid-free travel options in the...

21.10.2026 10

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A photo of your face could reveal how likely you are to survive cancer, new study finds

Researchers have developed an AI tool that can estimate cancer patients’ survival prospects using a single photograph. The technology could change...

20.10.2026 10

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One menu item brought 156,000 new customers to Noodles & Company. Now it’s making a big change

A limited-time ramen promotion attracted more than 156,000 new guests, prompting the struggling restaurant chain to rethink its permanent menu.

16.10.2026 10

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Americans are warming to a healthcare idea that once seemed politically impossible

A new national survey reveals an unexpected divide over Medicare for All, but Americans appear to agree on one thing: Healthcare is getting too...

15.10.2026 10

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Are you behind financially at 50? New numbers reveal how much Americans actually have

The gap between average and median net worth is enormous, and understanding the difference could change how you measure your financial progress.

14.10.2026 10

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The starter home is disappearing across America. These cities still have them

While starter homes have become increasingly scarce across much of the country, several Midwest markets still offer a surprising amount of affordable...

08.10.2026 10

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Amazon cuts hundreds of jobs during one of its biggest shopping events of the year

The layoffs coincided with Prime Big Deal Days, affecting workers in the company’s retail business across three countries.

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Kittens just overtook puppies in American homes. Here’s who’s driving the cat boom

Dog ownership has fallen 5% since 2019, while cat ownership has remained relatively stable. Housing and money help explain the shift.

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More than 1 in 3 Americans making over $300,000 say they are living paycheck to paycheck

A new Goldman Sachs survey finds even some of the country’s highest earners are struggling to save and delaying major financial goals.

01.10.2026 20

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AI could create a ‘paradise of machines,’ Pope Leo warns in urgent message to the world

Leo used his historic visit to France to intensify his warnings about artificial intelligence and the risks of allowing technology to reshape human...

25.09.2026 20

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Think $1 million makes you rich? Here’s what it takes to join America’s top 10%

Soaring stocks are creating new fortunes, but inflation and extraordinary gains among the ultra-rich are rapidly moving the goalposts for affluence.

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Trump’s new ‘AI Force’ comes at a pivotal moment for artificial intelligence

The president says he’ll appoint an ‘AI czar’ and keep America’s AI industry moving quickly, but his announcement left key details unanswered.

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Microsoft exec warned AI could create a ‘doom loop’ for the internet

Newly revealed internal documents show concerns that AI could reduce traffic to the news publishers whose content helps power the technology.

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The moon may have enough power for massive cities. There’s just one problem

Researchers say lunar settlements could generate enormous amounts of solar electricity, but another essential resource could become dangerously...

15.09.2026 10

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There’s one week this fall when homebuyers could save $14,000. It’s almost here

Realtor.com identified the seven-day stretch expected to offer buyers the best combination of prices, inventory, and competition in 2026.

14.09.2026 10

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Netflix hit with major lawsuit over alleged secret tracking of families and children

Florida accuses the streaming giant of misleading subscribers about privacy while collecting detailed information about devices, locations, and...

11.09.2026 10

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The luxury housing market is flashing a surprising signal after 29 months of falling prices

Prices are down across every high-end tier, yet luxury homes are actually selling faster than they were a year ago.

10.09.2026 10

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Home prices are falling in 36 of the 50 biggest U.S. metros. These 10 are dropping fastest

Austin, Tampa, and Memphis lead the list as sellers across much of the country are forced to reset their expectations.

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Scientists found a surprising potential use for the psychedelic in magic mushrooms

Psilocybin shows serious promise for protecting cancer patients from years of chronic nerve pain associated with chemotherapy.

04.09.2026 20

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Your 401(k) may be at a record high. Think twice before making this money move

More workers are borrowing from their 401(k)s or taking hardship withdrawals, moves that can come at a significant long-term cost.

03.09.2026 20

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Buying a used Toyota may not be the bargain you think it is anymore

A $15,000-$20,000 budget can buy a much newer, lower-mileage used car from another brand, challenging the conventional wisdom that Toyota is always...

01.09.2026 20

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Brand-new homes can cost less than older ones in these booming housing markets

Buyers looking for new construction may find some of their best deals in fast-growing Southern metros where builders have dramatically expanded...

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More CAKE: Cheesecake Factory stock is surprisingly beating these Magnificent 7 tech giants—including Nvidia

The sit-down restaurant chain’s stock price has soared 122% this year. Here’s why.

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Ground beef prices are soaring. Trump’s fix has U.S. ranchers worried

A 90-day tariff break could bring cheaper imported beef to U.S. shoppers, while cattle producers warn it could undermine America’s struggling beef...

21.08.2026 20

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Bought a home between 2022 and 2025? You could be most vulnerable to this housing market shift

Home equity is weakening across the U.S., but experts say buyers who purchased near the market peak with small down payments face an especially big...

20.08.2026 20

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Disney just sued the Trump administration over an ‘unprecedented’ move against ABC

The company says the FCC targeted eight ABC stations with early license reviews that violate the network’s First Amendment rights.

18.08.2026 20

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One of the housing market’s biggest advantages is starting to disappear

Cash buyers are pulling back as inventory improves and price growth stalls, giving financed buyers an opening they haven’t had in years.

18.08.2026 20

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First-time homebuyers could soon get a new way to find $35,000 for a down payment

Lawmakers are proposing a change that would let buyers use money sitting in 529 college savings accounts for their first home.

14.08.2026 20

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Trump’s $400 million ballroom fight reveals what’s really being built beneath the White House

The administration says the project includes underground security infrastructure, arguing that the ballroom is an integral part of protecting the...

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Trump’s $100,000-a-month Truth Social perk just triggered a lawsuit

A new service gives paying customers early access to the president’s posts, including potentially market-moving policy announcements. Now, critics...

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ICE is planning a $20 million purchase of a weapon almost impossible to spot

The agency wants thousands of patrol gloves equipped with an electrical mode capable of delivering painful shocks through direct contact with the...

12.08.2026 20

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The fight over Trump’s White House ballroom just took a dramatic turn

A federal appeals court halted construction while the administration prepares its next legal move.

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Lawmakers want this new betting trend shut down before it’s too late

Historians, ethics experts, and lawmakers say prediction markets could increase the risk of arson by putting money on the line.

06.08.2026 20

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Why Capital One says it really closed more than 300 of Trump’s accounts

A new court filing says months of anti-money-laundering analysis—not political pressure—led to the closure of hundreds of the Trump...

04.08.2026 20

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Waiting to buy a home? The market just sent its biggest signal yet

Price cuts are rising, home prices have declined for nine straight months and buyers are still making deals as the market cools.

03.08.2026 20

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Amazon has $600 million in tariff refunds—and some of it is headed to customers

The retail giant says it will automatically return some tariff-related charges to eligible shoppers after collecting hundreds of millions in refunds.

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That robot vacuum cleaning your house? It may soon be banned.

New FCC rules could stop future imports of several of America’s most popular autonomous vacuum brands.

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Scientists say they found a way to stop cavities—without drilling

A major U.S. study found that a simple liquid brushed onto teeth stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth, potentially sparing children...

29.07.2026 20

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Why 25 states are fighting Trump over $740 million in emergency funding

The lawsuit challenges new conditions that require states to use a federal citizenship verification system for voters and conduct post-election audits...

24.07.2026 20

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Layoffs just hit a 57-year low. So why does the job market feel so tough?

New unemployment claims haven’t been this low since 1969, but a slowdown in hiring is creating an unusual divide in the U.S. labor market.

23.07.2026 20

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Chick-fil-A says hackers accessed rewards accounts. Here’s what may have been exposed

Names, email addresses, birthdays, phone numbers, and the last 4 digits of payment cards may have been accessed in the breach, according to the...

22.07.2026 20

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The U.S. starter home market is finally changing—but only if you live in these states

Prices have fallen since 2022 across much of the South and West, but the Northeast has seen starter home costs surge another 12.6%.

20.07.2026 20

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