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Goldman Sachs reported a significant surge in its second-quarter profits, marking a 150% increase from the same period last year. This surge is attributed to a robust rebound in investment banking activities. The Wall Street giant's net income for the quarter reached $3.04 billion, surpassing analyst expectations, while total revenues rose by 17% to $12.73 billion.

Goldman Sachs Profits Surge 150% as Investment Banking Rebounds

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Affluent people can splurge their money on the most luxurious possessions and lifestyles. However, most rich people are wise with money, refrain from making unnecessary purchases, and instead put their money to profitable use. Check out the list of 12 such things.

12 Things People Who Are Good With Money Will Never Spend On

California State

As dawn breaks at the base of Otay Mountain, the oppressive heat already engulfs the landscape. Even in the early morning, temperatures near this 3,500-foot peak soar into triple digits, a harbinger of the deadly conditions awaiting migrants attempting to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. This part of California is under an excessive heat warning, exacerbating the perils for those making the treacherous journey.

California Heat Exposes Migrants to Life-Threatening Conditions Amid Rising Temperatures

Stop & Shop, a major grocery chain owned by Dutch conglomerate Ahold Delhaize, announced on Friday its decision to close 32 underperforming stores across the northeastern United States. This strategic move aims to bolster the company's financial performance amidst growing competition and rising inflation.

Stop & Shop to Close 32 Stores Amid Rising Competition and Inflation Pressures

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Bryce Gruber

The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

The legal community is in an uproar following U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon's controversial decision to dismiss the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump. The ruling, handed down on Monday, has sparked renewed calls for Cannon's removal from the bench, with critics arguing that her decision undermines long-standing judicial precedents and protocols.

Outrage Erupts as Judge Aileen Cannon Dismisses Trump Case, Calls for Her Removal Intensify

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CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Las Vegas, NV

As a relentless heat wave continues to bake the western United States, life-threatening temperatures are poised to spread eastward, bringing scorching heat to the East Coast from Sunday through Wednesday. This development comes amid ongoing record-high temperatures in the West, where cities like Las Vegas and Sacramento have already faced extreme heat.

Unrelenting Heat Wave to Expand East, Threatening Public Health and Infrastructure

Coronavirus levels in California's wastewater have surged to "very high" levels for the first time since last winter, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This spike in viral presence in wastewater highlights a broader trend of increasing COVID-19 cases across the United States, raising concerns about a potential summer wave of infections.

California Faces 'Very High' COVID Levels as Wastewater Data Reveals Surge

Tensions rise for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle amid project setbacks and criticism, leading to a reported growing rift.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Are 'Not Working Together' Amid 'Growing Rift' Due To Their Flopped Projects

AT&T has reportedly paid a hacker group $370,000 in bitcoin to delete customer data that was stolen earlier this year. This development highlights the growing challenges faced by corporations in dealing with cybersecurity threats and the ethical dilemmas surrounding ransom payments.

AT&T Reportedly Paid $370,000 Ransom to Hackers to Delete Stolen Customer Data

Dollar General has agreed to pay $12 million in penalties and undertake significant safety improvements across its nearly 20,000 U.S. stores. This settlement with the Department of Labor aims to address longstanding safety concerns that have plagued the discount retailer for years.

Dollar General to Pay $12 Million in Fines Over Workplace Safety Violations

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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced this week that in a significant move to alleviate the financial burden on residents, the state has cleared water and wastewater utility bills for 4 million Californians.

California forgives water utility bills for 4 million residents

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has launched a new billboard campaign linking former President Donald Trump to Project 2025, an initiative from the conservative Heritage Foundation that proposes significant expansions of presidential power. This move comes as the 2024 presidential race heats up, with Democrats aiming to portray Trump as a threat to American democracy.

Biden Campaign Targets Project 2025 to Warn Voters of Trump’s Radical Agenda

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is poised to announce one of the smallest cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) in recent years, with early estimates suggesting a modest 2.6% increase for 2025. This adjustment, driven by declining inflation rates, has significant implications for millions of retirees who rely on Social Security benefits to manage their living expenses.

Social Security Faces Smallest Benefit Increase in Years Amid Declining Inflation

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Wells Fargo Shares Drop as Higher Deposit Costs Cut Into Net Interest Income

Wells Fargo & Co. experienced a significant decline in its stock price on Friday...

Wells Fargo Shares Drop as Higher Deposit Costs Cut Into Net Interest Income

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