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China's GDP grew by 4.7% year-on-year in the April-June period, falling short of analysts' forecast of 5.1% and marking the slowest growth since the first quarter of 2023.

China's Q2 GDP Misses Forecasts, Economic Stimulus Expected to Intensify

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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

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

Pennsylvania State

Former President Donald Trump was hurried off the stage by Secret Service agents after apparent gunshots were heard during a rally in Pennsylvania.

Donald Trump 'Just Won The Election' Against President Joe Biden Amid 'Attempted Murder' Claims: 'This Election Is Now Over'

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?

Wholesale prices in the United States rose more than anticipated in June, indicating that some inflationary pressures persist despite recent signs of easing. The Labor Department reported that the Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 0.2% from May to June, surpassing economists' expectations of a 0.1% rise. On a year-over-year basis, wholesale prices were up 2.6%, marking the sharpest increase since March 2023.

US Wholesale Inflation Rises in June, Challenging Fed's Rate Cut Plans

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

Virginia State

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Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Thursday that it would shut down its short-lived humanitarian aid pier for Gaza. The $230 million project, initially intended to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, has been plagued by logistical issues and inconsistent aid deliveries, prompting the decision to wind down operations.

U.S. To  Shut Down Controversial Gaza Aid Pier Amid Logistical Hurdles and Political Backlash

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

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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The HD Post

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

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

SHENANDOAH – Two long-abandoned buildings in the southeast section of town will be coming down...
The post Long-abandoned Martin Shirt, Abbatoir to come down first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Long-abandoned Martin Shirt, Abbatoir to come down

Alameda Post

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?

Wells Fargo & Co. experienced a significant decline in its stock price on Friday after reporting second-quarter results that highlighted a sharp decrease in net interest income (NII) due to rising deposit costs. The San Francisco-based bank's shares dropped more than 5% in premarket trading, reflecting investor disappointment despite the company's overall profit beating Wall Street expectations.

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

China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), maintained its key policy rates unchanged on Monday, signaling a likely hold on the benchmark lending rate later this month. This decision comes as the nation grapples with mounting pressures on its currency and a slowing economy.

China's Central Bank Holds Rates Steady Amid Yuan Pressure and Economic Slowdown

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

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

Bucks County Beacon

“Who sits there and thinks, with all the needs we have in America, of criminalizing the homeless?” wonders Pastor Robert Brown of Bristol’s Bible Evangelical Methodist Church after learning that the United States Supreme Court approved punishing those experiencing homelessness who have nowhere to sleep.

After SCOTUS OK’s Criminalization of Homelessness, Pennsylvania Democrats Plan Legislative Response to Protect Rights of the Unhoused

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

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China Posts Record Trade Surplus as Export Surge Outpaces Sluggish Imports

China reported a record $99 billion trade surplus for June, underscoring a significant...

China Posts Record Trade Surplus as Export Surge Outpaces Sluggish Imports

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