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Jan 25 2025BUSINESS

Why Is Buying a Home So Tough These Days?

Last year, Americans bought the fewest homes in nearly 30 years. It's not because people don't want to buy homes; it's because many can't afford to. High housing prices, not enough homes for sale, and rising mortgage rates are making it very hard, especially for first-time buyers. Experts say these

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Jan 25 2025POLITICS

New President's Economic Demands Shake Up Global Stage

In the heart of Davos, Donald Trump’s shadow loomed large as he addressed the World Economic Forum. His demands were fierce: cut oil prices, slash interest rates, invest in US factories, or face consequences. Trump used a powerful mix of charm and force, provoking both laughter and concern among glo

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Jan 25 2025BUSINESS

Crypto Gets the Green Light: Trump's New Plan

President Trump has signed a new executive order that sets up a special group to look into digital assets like Bitcoin. This team will have just a month to figure out what rules are already in place for these assets. Then, they'll need to make recommendations to the president within six months. What

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Jan 24 2025FINANCE

Stock Markets Soar as Trump Pushes for Lower Rates and Oil Prices

On Thursday, the S&P 500 reached new heights, climbing by 0. 53% and closing at 6, 118. 71, its highest point ever. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also jumped, gaining 408. 34 points to hit 44, 565. 07. The Nasdaq Composite followed suit, inching up by 0. 22% to 20, 053. 68. This marked the fourth

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

Why Are Fewer People Buying Homes in the US?

In 2024, American home sales hit a new low, falling to numbers not seen since 1995. The reason? Sky-high home prices and high mortgage rates are making it tough for people to buy homes. Previously owned homes, which make up most of the market, saw a total of only 4. 06 million sales last year. That'

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Jan 24 2025FINANCE

Market Uncertainty: Investors Await Trump's Tariff Details

Investors are playing it safe as they wait for more details on President Trump's tariff plans. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped slightly on Friday, but it's still looking at a big gain for the week. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq were barely moving. Business activity slowed in January, b

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

The Money Behind Misinformation: How Meta and Elon Musk's Choices Impact Democracy

Lately, Meta has been making some big changes. They're tweaking their content policies, and some people are worried. Writer Michael Harriot even said that Mark Zuckerberg's changes could "help kill people. " But why is this happening? It's not just about beliefs; it's about business. Fake news and h

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Jan 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Unlucky Models: Audi's Least Successful Cars

Audi, a brand that helped shape Germany's car industry, hasn't always hit the mark. August Horch, Audi's founder, started the company in 1909 after leaving his first venture. Since then, Audi has faced struggles, like the years after World War II when it battled big names like Mercedes-Benz and BMW.

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Jan 24 2025CRYPTO

Ivanka Trump Warns About Fake Crypto Coin

Ivanka Trump has spoken out against a fraudulent cryptocurrency using her name, "IVANKA. " She clarified her stance on social media, emphasizing that she has no involvement with this coin. This scam coin, she explained, poses a risk to consumers and could lead to financial loss. She found the use of

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Jan 24 2025FINANCE

Stocks Hit New Heights with Easing Inflation Fears

The S&P 500 reached an all-time high on Thursday, breaking the record set in December. This uptick came after more than a week of gains, sparked by signs that inflation was slowing down more than expected in December. President Trump's commitment to lower oil prices, a key factor in inflation, also

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