One man stood between Trump and a recession. Now he's gone.
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The 15 fastest-growing and fastest-shrinking cities in the US
Populations rose in many US cities last year. The two fastest-growing metros were in Florida.
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Trump uncorks another tariff threat — 200% on European wine
Trump's threat is the latest escalation in a tit-for-tat exchange of tariffs between the US and the European Union.
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An Easter miracle? Egg prices continue to break records, but lower wholesale prices offer a glimmer of hope
Egg prices hit another record high in February, but there's some good news — wholesale prices are now falling, and egg shortages are easing up.
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China's warning to Walmart on tariffs shows Beijing is worried about local businesses
Beijing's meeting with Walmart underscores Chinese leaders' concerns about the economy.
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Google exec's 'most important lesson' from navigating the Great Recession is smart advice today
Google's chief investment officer, Ruth Porat, said her experiences during the Great Recession provided her with a playbook for times of crisis.
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The streaming wars are over. The rich won.
Streaming apps like Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube are adding more tiers, pushing people to upgrade, and increasingly focusing on rich customers.
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'This is a crisis': inside Harvard's high-stakes strategy to fend off Trump
How Harvard University is gearing up to fend off President Trump's threat to slash its federal funding.
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Here's Steven Mnuchin's take on those Trump 2.0 recession fears
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said that the market may be "overreacting a bit" to policies rolled out by the new Trump administration.
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Why a 75-year-old pulled out of retiring 5 times and still isn't ready — even though he's a millionaire
Louis Belline, 75, worked as an airline pilot and flight instructor for five decades. He's not ready to retire yet.
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What is bird flu? Here's everything you need to know about the virus affecting chickens and dairy cattle
The ongoing bird flu outbreak has led to wild bird deaths, slaughtered livestock, and hazardous conditions for dairy industry workers.
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55 vintage photos show what life was like for women in the 1920s
The 1920s were a period of great change. Vintage photographs provide a glimpse at what life was like for women throughout the decade.
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Trump's plan to dismantle the Department of Education is officially underway
The Department of Education announced it was firing over 1,300 workers, slashing staff in half as part of Trump's aim to overhaul the agency.
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Trump's tariffs on steel and aluminum have begun. Here are the top countries that supply America's metal imports.
Trump placed a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports. Here are the top countries that supply metals to the US.
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Inflation cooled more than expected in February
Inflation, as measured by the consumer price index, slowed more than expected in February. The CPI increased 2.8% from a year ago.
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I retired from tech at 59. These 5 books helped me do it.
Alvaro Munevar Jr. left his tech job and retired in 2024 thanks to his "secret sauce." He shared how five books helped him along the way.
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Volunteering in subzero temperatures: A millennial from Miami shares her experiences helping Alaskans file their taxes
Facing frostbite and subzero temperatures, Florida tax attorney Karen Lapekas provided free services to Alaskans in remote towns.
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Meet the baby-boomer homeowners defying their generation's struggle to downsize without losing money
Some baby boomers have made tidy profits selling their large homes and downsizing in retirement.
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Europe hits back at Trump's new aluminum and steel tariffs
The US imposed 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports.
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Interest in 'Made in CA' directory surges as Canadian buyers respond to US tariff threats, owner says
The 'Buy Canadian' movement is growing in the face of tensions over Trump tariffs. The owner of online directory Made in CA says traffic has surged.
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The markets hate Trump's trade war — but he threatened Canada again
President Donald Trump announced tariffs on steel and aluminum coming from Canada by 25%, but the administration later walked them back.
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Ontario's Doug Ford slaps 25% surcharge on US electricity exports — and Trump strikes back
Ontario's Doug Ford imposed a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, Minnesota, and New York, provoking a swift response from President Trump.
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Democrats want to work with Trump's education secretary on one big thing for student-loan borrowers
Sen. Elizabeth Warren offered to work with Education Secretary Linda McMahon to hold MOHELA and other student-loan servicers accountable.
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Target flip-flopped on diversity. Now its stock is down 57%.
Target is facing tough times as consumers cut back on spending. It's also at the center of culture war controversies over DEI and Pride.
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A Black Sea resort town is suing Russian ship companies after 10,000 people had to shovel spilled oil off its beaches
The town of Anapa says it's seeking an initial 211 million rubles to pay for cleaning up its oil-struck beaches after two ships breached in December.
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The Ed. Dept. is reassuring public servants about their key student-loan forgiveness program
Trump signed an executive order to limit eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. His Department of Education is reviewing next steps.
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Trump refuses to rule out a recession as tariffs tank stocks
When asked if he's expecting a recession this year, Trump said "I hate to predict things like that."
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How to protect yourself from a recession
The economy might take a dive, but you don't have to let it take you down with it.
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70 and job hunting: A boomer moved to Wyoming and still can't afford to live on her $2,000 in monthly Social Security
Shelley Janek, 70, says Social Security isn't enough, and she's looking for a job to pay for essentials.
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Trump admitted the US is in a 'period of transition' but didn't rule out the possibility of a recession
President Trump addressed economic uncertainty on Fox News, admitting the US is in a "period of transition."
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America's aging population faces a growing shortage of geriatric care
For a variety of reasons, geriatric care experts told BI it's been hard attracting new doctors to the field. It's a problem for an aging US population.
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America's birth rate is falling. Here's how many kids Americans have vs. how many they want.
Many Americans say they want more kids, but can't afford them because of steep childcare and household expenses.
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5 actions to take now ahead of a possible recession
Whether the economy is on the verge of a recession or already in one, it's important not to panic as you make decisions about your money, job, or investments.
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A part-time Uber driver who earned $24,000 last year explains how he thinks a ukulele and an EV earned him more tips
Uber and Lyft drivers say inconsistent tipping makes a difficult earnings environment even harder. One driver shares his tricks.
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Fresh Chinese tariffs on Canadian agricultural and food products open new front in brewing trade war
China announced on Saturday that it will impose additional tariffs on Canada from March 20, deepening concerns over a global trade war.
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Trump limits a student-loan forgiveness program for millions of public servants in a new executive order
President Donald Trump's order aims to disqualify employers engaging in what he labeled "anti-American" activities from student-loan forgiveness.
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I'm a Canadian bar owner who plans to stop using all US products in protest — from bourbon to takeout boxes
A Canadian pub owner is eliminating all US products in protest, from American bourbon to takeout boxes, amid tariff tensions.
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A baby boomer is saving over $1,700 a month on bills after moving from California to a 'Hallmark' Arizona town
Brenda Duncan Cusick moved to Arizona from wildfire-prone California, citing lower wildfire risks and retirement costs.
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Random acts of protest: How federal workers are quietly pushing back on DOGE
Federal workers are turning to pronouns and pride flags to push back.
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I'm a small-business owner. The tariff whiplash has me stuck in a holding pattern.
Vivian Hoffman, who founded a women's boutique chain, said her business is being "extremely careful" amid changing tariff policy.
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Trump's education secretary says over 300 employees accepted the $25,000 buyout. Here's her next move to overhaul the department.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon told NewsNation that she's looking into transferring student loans to an agency outside the Department of Education.
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2 food items you should skip during the bird flu outbreak and 4 that are safe to eat, according to experts
As bird flu continues to impact egg availability, you might be wondering which other everyday products could be affected by the recent outbreaks.
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Your Uber driver doesn't care what you think about Elon Musk
Uber and Lyft drivers with Teslas reveal how they handle passenger questions about Elon Musk to preserve tips in a competitive gig economy.
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The tariff fight is far from over
Two days after implementing a 25% tax on Mexican and Canadian goods, President Donald Trump is pulling a U-turn.
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The US job market added fewer jobs than expected in February as unemployment unexpectedly rose
The new Bureau of Labor Statistics report will be a key input for the Fed as it decides whether to continue holding rates steady this month.
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Trump's tariff turnarounds are key to his strategy — but it may not pay off in the long term
President Donald Trump's flip-flopping on trade policy has left the market struggling to keep up with his latest policies amid a budding trade war.
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Trump, once a crypto skeptic, establishes a bitcoin reserve
The reserve would be funded with bitcoin owned by the federal government that was forfeited as part of criminal or civil asset proceedings.
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3 days in, Trump is backtracking on his tariffs on Mexico and Canada
Later on Thursday, Donald Trump extended a pause to Canada as well.
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CAGR Meaning: A Complete Guide to Compound Annual Growth Rate
Learn what CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) means, how to calculate it, and why it matters for investors. Explore its importance in measuring growth over time.
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