Chris Watling, global economist and chief market strategist at Longview Economics, discusses the market implications of the French parliamentary election result.

French far-right's ability to enact reforms will be limited even if they gain power, economist says

Claudia Chee, 32, has a love for all things Costco. She's furnishing her new apartment with items from the store. She created the Instagram account @CostcoClaudia, where she models clothing and shares her experiences. She earns about $7,000 a month as an influencer, as well as around $5,000 a month from her job as a piano teacher.

I bought all my furniture at Costco for $5,000: Take a look inside

Two women went on trial on Wednesday over false claims that France's first lady Brigitte Macron was transgender, which sparked online rumour-mongering by conspiracy theorists and the far right. The false claim also led to more serious accusations of child abuse brought against France's first lady.

France tries suspects over false Brigitte Macron transgender claim

Fremont, CA

At 32, after 12 years of living rent-free with my parents in the San Francisco Bay area, I was ready to move into my own place. I had saved $400,000 and had the flexibility to make the leap, but whether it was uncertain streams of income, wanderlust and mostly, the financial benefits of staying put, something had been holding me back. Until November 2023, when I visited a friend at their Fremont, California, apartment complex.

33-year-old pays $2,146/month for 556-square-foot studio in California furnished 'almost entirely with Costco': Take a look inside

The first round of the French parliamentary elections is over and the far-right party is in the lead. Max Foster speaks to Jean Leiseur about why he was not surprised by this outcome. 

French journalist says he isn’t surprised far-right leads parliamentary election

New York Post

It was a royal gaffe. 

On Thursday, Queen Camilla had an awkward moment with French first lady Brigitte Macron. 

The royal, 76, was with Macron, 71, for an event commemorating D-Day, marking the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. Their husbands, King Charles, 75, and President Emmanuel Macron, 46, were also present. 

The president’s wife reached out and attempted to hold Camilla’s hand for a sweet and solemn moment after the two women laid wreaths at the British Normandy Memorial at Ver-sur-Mer. 





Prince William leads D-Day ceremony as he steps in for cancer-stricken King Charles



Unfortunately for Macron, Queen Camilla didn’t...

Queen Camilla awkwardly snubs France’s first lady Brigitte Macron’s attempt to hold her hand

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Despite the reputation dating apps have of not facilitating long term relationships, most users say a romantic partnership is the goal when using apps like Tinder or Hinge. More than half of men, 53%, say they want a relationship, according to a 2024 Tinder report. A whopping 68% of women say the same. However, almost all users surveyed — 91% of men and 94% of women — said dating is difficult.

93% of singles want to be in a successful relationship but say dating is hard, recent survey shows: 4 behaviors that raise ‘red flags’

New York City, NY

The New York borough of Manhattan is the most expensive place to live in the U.S. — and the cost of living in the No. 2 place isn't even close. The cost of living in Manhattan is more than twice the national average. The second- and third-most expensive places are Honolulu and San Jose, California, but in comparison, they are much more affordable. Manhattan is 24% more expensive than Honolulu and 30% more expensive than San Jose.

The 10 U.S. places with the highest cost of living—No. 1 costs more than double the national average

CBS News

President Biden said France was America's "first friend" at its founding and is one of its closest allies more than two centuries later as he was honored with a state visit Saturday by French President Emmanuel Macron aimed at showing off their partnership on global security issues and easing past trade tensions."United we stand, divided we fall," Macron said in toasting Mr. Biden at a state dinner. "Allied we are and allied we will stay."Mr. Biden and Macron attended ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday and met separately the following day with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in...

In photos: Bidens attend French state dinner marking D-Day anniversary

Trenton, NJ

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael Kaplan approved Rite Aid's bankruptcy plan at a court hearing in Trenton, New Jersey, saying that the restructuring had saved the company from having to shut down and liquidate operations. Rite Aid used its bankruptcy to close hundreds of stores, sell its pharmacy benefit company Elixir,...

Rite Aid bankruptcy plan approved, cutting $2 billion in debt

USDA loans allow eligible homebuyers to get zero-down-payment mortgages in rural areas. Because they're backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, these loans have lower rates and more flexible credit requirements than conventional mortgages. They also don't require private mortgage insurance, which can add more than 2% to your loan annually.

What is a USDA loan and am I eligible?

Emmanuel Macron has taken many risks in a political career marked by countless crises but his decision to call snap elections may be one too many, marring his legacy and ushering in an era of extremes. He went on to create En Marche (On the Move), a political movement with the same initials as its leader and won the presidential election in 2017 at the age of 39.

Isolated Macron stung by French voters' 'revenge'

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Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Former senators Heidi Heitkamp and Judd Gregg join 'Squawk Box' to discuss the Biden-Trump debate, what this debate suggests about the future of both candidates, and more.

Former Senator Judd Gregg on Democrats' choices after Biden's weak debate performance

Maine State

Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

JPMorgan said it was raising its quarterly dividend 8.7% to $1.25 per share and that it authorized a new $30 billion share repurchase program. Morgan Stanley said it was boosting its dividend 8.8% to 92.5 cents per share and authorized a $20 billion repurchase plan. Citigroup said it was raising...

JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley boost buybacks and dividends, while Citigroup and BofA take smaller steps

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This rumor, first shared before France's 2022 presidential election, has now spread in the United States.

Fact Check: France's First Lady Brigitte Macron Isn't Trans

Cobb County, GA

Acworth, GA

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While most of Cobb County's incorporated cities experienced growth over the last three years, one saw a population loss. The cities of Austell, Kennesaw, Marietta, Powder Springs and Smyrna all experienced population growth from 2020 to 2024. But Acworth, or at least the specific area within the city's incorporated limits, saw a small population decrease.

French assets 'very cheap' compared to U.S. peers, analyst says

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