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A new survey shows Americans' confidence in the U.S. economy has fallen again, driven by rising gas prices linked to the Iran conflict, posing political risks for President Trump and Republicans ahead of midterm elections.
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's proposal for 30% cheaper groceries at city-backed stores is facing sharp criticism from economists who argue the discounts would be an illusion paid for by taxpayers and would harm private grocers.
A financial expert proposes a «Money BMI» measurement to help Americans assess their financial wellness before crises occur, similar to how body mass index monitors physical health.
Utah remains America's top state overall in the 2026 U.S. News Best States rankings, while Texas claims the No. 1 economy. The rankings show a shift toward Mountain West, Midwest, and Sun Belt states as businesses and workers move to lower-cost regions.
Growing local moratoriums on data center construction could threaten billions in economic output and weaken America's competitive edge in artificial intelligence against China, according to a new analysis.
The Bank of Russia has revised its 2025 GDP growth forecast down to zero and expects inflation to accelerate further, reflecting mounting economic pressures from sanctions, labor shortages, and high government spending.
While high-end dining dominates the Las Vegas Strip, a few budget-friendly buffets continue to operate, attracting value-conscious gamblers and local customers. Casinos like South Point and Circus Circus use low-cost buffets to drive traffic despite slim margins, even as luxury buffets thrive and visitor demographics shift toward wealthier tourists.
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Brent crude oil prices have topped $100 per barrel amid escalating conflict with Iran, triggering a sell-off in U.S. markets and dragging down Asian stocks. Rising borrowing costs and technology sector worries compound the economic strain.
Sen. Rand Paul argues that the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 would impose massive tariffs on U.S. trade partners, raising prices for American families and potentially disrupting the economy, without changing Russia's behavior.
The Iran conflict has driven diesel prices to $5.13 per gallon, raising transportation costs that ripple through the U.S. economy, increasing prices for food, consumer goods, and construction materials, and adding pressure to household budgets.
TIME and Statista have published the third annual ranking of the world's top 500 EdTech companies, based on financial strength and industry impact, with a new 'Rising Stars' category for high-growth firms.
TIME and Statista have ranked Duolingo as the world’s top education technology company for 2026, highlighting its global reach, financial performance, and impact on digital learning amid rising concerns about technology use in classrooms.
President Donald Trump has activated Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 for the first time in U.S. history, imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian imports. The move expands his trade war playbook and introduces new legal uncertainty for businesses, as the administration seeks alternative tariff authorities after recent Supreme Court setbacks.
The United States' crude oil supply has dropped to a 45-year low with only 43 days of reserves remaining, as the ongoing conflict with Iran and new maritime blockades by the Houthis push global markets toward potential shortages and economic turmoil.
The average price of a gallon of gasoline in the United States has climbed back to $4, driven by escalating military attacks between the US and Iran and new maritime threats from Houthi forces in Yemen that risk disrupting global oil supplies.
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is urging the Trump administration to impose significant tariffs on Mexican beer, arguing that brands like Modelo and Corona should be brewed in the United States to protect American jobs and manufacturing.
Two American service members were killed and one is missing after Iranian ballistic missile and drone strikes on a US base in Jordan, marking the deadliest attack on US personnel since the spring.