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Thursday features hot sun in the morning, followed by periods of showers and storms in the afternoon and early evening o...
14/08/2025

Thursday features hot sun in the morning, followed by periods of showers and storms in the afternoon and early evening on the mainland. The Keys will see mostly sunny skies with maybe a shower. Highs on Thursday will be mostly in the low 90s -- but it will feel about 10 degrees hotter, so stay hydrated and out of the sun.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

By Meagan Flynn, Jenny Gathright, Emma Uber and Erin CoxA split screen emerged in the first 48 hours of President Donald...
14/08/2025

By Meagan Flynn, Jenny Gathright, Emma Uber and Erin Cox

A split screen emerged in the first 48 hours of President Donald Trump’s deployment of federal law enforcement and the National Guard onto D.C. streets: rhetoric from the president painting the city as a crime-addled wasteland, which D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) condemned, and, on the ground, a surge in federal resources bolstering D.C.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

By:Jay Waagmeester Bear hunts in Florida will resume following a unanimous vote Wednesday by the Florida Fish and Wildli...
14/08/2025

By:Jay Waagmeester
Bear hunts in Florida will resume following a unanimous vote Wednesday by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Following a preliminary approval in May, commissioners took final action during a meeting in Havana, in Gadsden County, Wednesday that was heavily attended by opponents and hunters hopeful for a hunt.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

By: Pete Grieve - Editor: Katherine PeachHow much of an increase will there be to Social Security benefits in 2026? Anal...
14/08/2025

By: Pete Grieve - Editor: Katherine Peach

How much of an increase will there be to Social Security benefits in 2026? Analysts are predicting a 2.7% cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, a percentage that matches the headline rate of inflation reported Tuesday.

On Tuesday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the consumer price index, or CPI, rose 2.7% in July.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

By Yezen Saadah Key Facts  - U.S. butter prices rose to about $4.80 per pound in June 2025, according to the latest data...
14/08/2025

By Yezen Saadah
Key Facts

- U.S. butter prices rose to about $4.80 per pound in June 2025, according to the latest data cited by the St. Louis Fed, up nearly 4% from June 2024—putting prices at their highest since early 2023.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

The Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, initially aimed to cut $2 trill...
14/08/2025

The Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, initially aimed to cut $2 trillion from the federal budget, later reducing this goal to $1 trillion. Despite claims of saving billions, analyses revealed that DOGE's savings were often inflated and based on faulty math.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

Amazon is expanding its same-day fresh food delivery service to over 1,000 U.S. cities and towns, with plans to reach at...
14/08/2025

Amazon is expanding its same-day fresh food delivery service to over 1,000 U.S. cities and towns, with plans to reach at least 2,300 locations by year’s end. The expansion targets areas such as Raleigh, North Carolina, Tampa, Florida, and Milwaukee.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

By: Liliana Hall - Editor: Julia GlumNew research shows that many Americans count on Social Security to be a key source ...
14/08/2025

By: Liliana Hall - Editor: Julia Glum

New research shows that many Americans count on Social Security to be a key source of retirement income — but it typically covers less than half of their monthly expenses.

In a recent survey, MFS — a global investment management firm — found that 87% of workers expect Social Security to be a source of income in retirement.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

Explore the top 20 manatee locations in Florida and get ready to meet these gentle giants!From Crystal River to Blue Spr...
14/08/2025

Explore the top 20 manatee locations in Florida and get ready to meet these gentle giants!

From Crystal River to Blue Spring State Park, Florida offers some of the best spots to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Plan your visit to places like Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park or Three Sisters Springs for an unforgettable manatee-watching experience.
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are seen as a store of value or hedge against currency devaluation, but experts are divided on their place in retirement portfolios.

By Scarlett Evans The 2025 World Robot Conference is taking place this week in Beijing, marking the event’s tenth annive...
14/08/2025

By Scarlett Evans
The 2025 World Robot Conference is taking place this week in Beijing, marking the event’s tenth anniversary with the largest number of participating companies yet.
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This year’s event showed record numbers of participating companies, with humanoids seeing particular interest

Many people are passionate enough about social justice that they’d do anything to contribute to it. Fortunately, you can...
14/08/2025

Many people are passionate enough about social justice that they’d do anything to contribute to it. Fortunately, you can dedicate your life to truth and justice while still earning a living. The chance to tell important stories and help others is something many people can’t pass up.

That said, it takes time, hard work, and patience to land a career centered around justice.
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European leaders said a call with Trump was unifying and that he agreed Ukraine should be part of any negotiations over territory, but some still worry he could give in to Putin.

Trump has signed an executive order to allow cryptos in 401(k) plans. A trillion-dollar market opens to digital assets. ...
14/08/2025

Trump has signed an executive order to allow cryptos in 401(k) plans. A trillion-dollar market opens to digital assets. His fans are loving it. Critics are raising red flags. The order moves federal policy towards putting crypto in the mainstream of financial products. 401(k)s are the foundation of retirement savings for millions of Americans.
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European leaders said a call with Trump was unifying and that he agreed Ukraine should be part of any negotiations over territory, but some still worry he could give in to Putin.

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