In September, inflation inched up, drawing closer to the Federal Reserve’s target. The personal consumption expenditures price index saw a 0. 2% increase, with an annual rate of 2. 1%, right in line with predictions. The Fed heavily relies on PCE readings, though they also consider other indicators.
Let's talk about Mark Robinson and Donald Trump. You might know them, maybe not. Robinson, North Carolina's Lieutenant Governor, has some pretty strong views on women. He once said abortion is about "killing the child" because women weren't careful. Trump, the former President, has a history too, li
This holiday season, two sports teams from Long Island are stepping up to help their community. The Strong Island roller derby team and the Long Island Nets basketball team are teaming up with Long Island Cares, a local food bank. The Nets are planning to collect food at three home games in early No
Imagine this: you're a world leader with a high-security job. Your bodyguards are supposed to keep your whereabouts secret. But what if they accidentally revealed your location through a fitness app? That's exactly what happened to Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to a new investigation b
OpenAI, the innovator behind ChatGPT, is taking a giant leap into the future of AI by developing its own custom chip. This isn't your average silicon; it's designed to optimize AI tasks like never before. The tech giant is already teaming up with Broadcom, while also sourcing chips from industry lea
Britain's new Labour government is set to increase taxes on 'sin' items like alcohol, cigarettes, and gambling in its upcoming budget. This move is expected to bring in billions of pounds. These industries are often targeted because they're unpopular and won't have many defenders. However, experts w
As the United States gears up for Election Day, American consumers are showing a significant boost in confidence, according to a recent report by a business research group. The Consumer Confidence Index, which measures both current economic conditions and future expectations, jumped to 108. 7 in Oct
Imagine trying to start your school day without a clear plan. That's what the educators at Andrew, Sandburg, and Stagg high schools have been dealing with for over 50 days! The Dist. 230 Federation of Teachers and the CCSD 230 Board of Education have been busy trying to agree on a new multi-year con
The Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade reversal on June 24, 2022, has significantly altered the reproductive healthcare landscape in the U. S. With 14 states banning abortion, many women are reevaluating their love lives, sexual practices, and family planning. Black women, in particular, are feeling the he
As the 2024 U. S. presidential election nears, voters have several key issues on their minds. Social Security tops the list, with people worried about its future. The system, founded in 1935, might run out of money within a decade, paying fewer benefits. Crime reduction is another major concern, des
