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Dec 19 2025FINANCE

Why November's Inflation Numbers Might Be Misleading

November's inflation report showed a drop, but experts are questioning its accuracy. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell to 2. 7% from 3% in September. This seems good, but the data might not be reliable. The problem started with the government shutdown in October. This shutdown stopped data collec

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Inflation Takes a Breather: What It Means for Your Money

Prices went up, but not as much as experts thought they would in November. This gave investors a glimmer of hope that inflation might be slowing down. The consumer price index (CPI) showed a 2. 7% annual increase, which was lower than the predicted 3. 1%. Even when you take out the wobbly prices of

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

UK Interest Rates Drop: What It Means for Your Wallet

The Bank of England has lowered interest rates to 3. 75%. This move was widely expected, so mortgage lenders had already adjusted their rates. However, the Bank's governor hinted that future cuts might not be as frequent, which could slow down the decline in mortgage rates. The Bank's decision was

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Prices Slow Down, but Many Still Struggle

Prices are still going up, but not as fast as before. In November, the cost of living increased by 2. 7% compared to the same month last year. This is a bit lower than the 3% rise seen in September. However, prices did go up by 0. 2% from September to November. The government didn't track prices in

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Unexpected Ease in Price Hikes Last Month

Last month, the rate at which prices went up slowed down. This was a surprise. The numbers came out after a break in official reports. The latest figures show a 2. 7% increase in prices over the past year. This is less than what was seen in September. The numbers come from the Labor Department. They

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

What's Up with Prices? November's Inflation Report Drops Thursday

Thursday is a big day for economists and folks keeping an eye on their wallets. That's when the latest inflation report comes out, giving us a peek at how much prices have changed. This is the first time in almost two months we're getting fresh data, thanks to that long government shutdown messing t

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Venezuela's Money Troubles: What's Next?

Venezuela is in a tough spot. The U. S. has put a blockade on oil tankers, which is their main way of making money. This move is part of a bigger plan to put pressure on President Nicolas Maduro's government. The U. S. has been doing a lot to make things difficult for Maduro, like building up their

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Dec 18 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Links: Health Habits and Skin Woes

A recent study has taken a closer look at the ties between certain health habits and a skin condition called hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). This condition causes painful lumps under the skin, often in areas where skin rubs together. The study focused on smoking and obesity, two factors that have lon

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

American Airlines Shifts Gears: Goodbye First Class, Hello Flagship Suites

American Airlines is making big changes to its premium cabins. They are saying goodbye to their international first class, known as Flagship First, and introducing a new business class called Flagship Suites. This move is part of a larger trend in the airline industry. Many airlines are focusing mor

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Dec 16 2025WEATHER

River Rising: Pacific Faces Sudden Flood Evacuations

In the early hours of Tuesday, a critical levee on the White River gave way, causing immediate action in Pacific. The city's emergency services swiftly issued a Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation order, targeting areas near 3rd Avenue Southeast and Butte Road. Many residents were roused from their sleep by

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