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Credit Availability Index for Cars Hits 10-Year High
Nearly 74 percent of auto loan applications were approved in June.
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The Economic Miracle of America, 250 Years in the Making
World War II marked America’s rise as the world’s superpower, but the nation’s economic foundations were laid decades before, historians say.
Legislation to Fix Orange County Tax Distribution Error on Governor’s Desk
If signed into law, it would mean the continued distribution of $20 million to municipalities.
Palo Alto Networks CEO Says AI Must Get 10 Times More Efficient Before Enterprises Adopt It
Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora said AI token efficiency needs to improve by five to eight times in the next 12 months, and 10 times the year after.
xAI Rebrands as SpaceXAI, Launches New Grok 4.5 Model
Musk stated in May that the AI company would be dissolved and rebranded.
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US Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Africa: CDC
The person’s condition has not been disclosed.
National Endowment for Humanities, Freedom 250 Celebrate Winners of National American Heroes Student Art Contest
The competition was ‘a beautiful celebration of America’s past by the very young people who will be responsible for its future,’ said Second Lady Usha Vance.
Apple Suing OpenAI, 2 Ex-Employees, for Allegedly Stealing Trade Secrets
Apple is suing its corporate business partner for damages for breach of contract, and is seeking injunctions.
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Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Willing to Pay More for Homes in Walkable Communities: NAR
Americans largely favor community design choices that emphasize small-lot, single-family homes, the National Association of Realtors said.
Key US Housing Affordability Bill Becomes Law Without Trump’s Signature
The president didn’t sign the bill to protest the Senate’s failure to pass the SAVE America Act, a voting reform measure.
Key Revelations From 4th Batch of Pentagon UFO Files
One video shows an area of contrast that looks similar to the ‘eight-pointed star with arms of alternating length’ featured in the first batch of files.
Trump Says He Won’t Sign Major Housing Bill in Protest Against Inaction on Elections Law
The bipartisan bill is set to automatically become law at midnight even if Trump doesn’t sign the bill, as long it’s not vetoed before then.
Fed Chair Warsh Rolls Out Names for New Task Forces
A mix of business leaders, academics, and monetary policymakers will join the panels.
Victor Marx Wins Republican Nomination for Governor in Colorado Primary
The Marine Corps veteran and ministry leader narrowly defeated his closest Republican opponent in a race too close to call on election night.
These Democrats Could Replace Graham Platner in US Senate Race
The Maine Democrat suspended his Senate campaign on July 8 after sexual assault allegations garnered new scrutiny ahead of a key deadline.
Labor Department Launches ‘Major Investigation’ Into H-1B Visa Fraud
The department said it ‘uncovered widespread schemes in which employers and labor brokers submitted fraudulent applications’ for the visas.
Federal Judge Orders DHS Not to Obey Order From Another Judge
It’s not clear with which order the Department of Homeland Security will comply.
Judge Approves Musk Trust Settlement With SEC Over Tardy Twitter Disclosures
The trust is to pay a $1.5 million civil penalty as the SEC drops personal claims against the billionaire.
Jack Smith’s Team Exposed Classified Materials, Senator Finds
The messages ‘indicate hypocritical [and] careless behavior’ and ‘merit further investigation,’ Sen. Chuck Grassley said.
Iran Issues Renewed Threats to US After Recent Military Strikes
Iranian military officials said that allies in the Middle East will become a ‘legitimate target of the armed forces.’
