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ABUJA (Reuters) -Nigeria's central bank on Tuesday raised its benchmark interest rate for the fourth time this year, as inflation surged to a 28-year high and the naira came under renewed pressure on both the official and parallel markets.

Nigeria central bank hikes rate further as inflation bites

India "clearly has a problem" figuring out new drivers for its economic growth even as its economy expands at a fast clip, JPMorgan's Jahangir Aziz said, following the country's union budget. India's chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said Monday that the economy is expected to grow at 6.5% to...

India 'clearly has a problem' finding new drivers for economic growth, JPMorgan's Jahangir Aziz says

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Ayana Dunlap changed careers and increased her earning potential over the course of a summer — and she did it without a bachelor's degree, or spending a dime. In June 2020, after hotels and restaurants shut down at the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, Dunlap was laid off from her job as a senior sales manager at the Hilton Garden Inn Tysons Corner in Virginia.

30-year-old was laid off from her hotel job, now earns $125,000 without a bachelor's degree thanks to this one skill

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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?

Tupelo, MS

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Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

California State

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer talks the state of the consumer after the most recent slate of earnings.

Consumers are demanding bargains, says Jim Cramer

Last week, the IRS confirmed that most nonspouse beneficiaries have 10 years to deplete inherited retirement accounts and must take yearly required minimum distributions, or RMDs. The rule applies to accounts inherited since 2020 if the original account owner had already started RMDs. However, you could save on taxes by...

IRS issues final rules for inherited IRAs — but many are 'missing the boat' on taxes, pro says

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Fortune

The Federal Reserve today announced it has fined Green Dot Bank, a partner to Apple and Walmart, for deceptive practices the bank says it stopped years ago. Green Dot Bank, the tiny state-charted Utah bank behind financial products at some of America’s largest companies—including Apple and Walmart—today agreed to pay a $44 million fine previously disclosed by the Federal Reserve. Green’s stock fell 5.7% today to $9.26, and is now 85% off the all-time-high of $63.44 it hit October 2020. The fine does not place any restrictions on the bank’s ability to serve its existing clients.

Apple and Walmart banking partner Green Dot fined $44 million by the Federal Reserve

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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

Excitement surrounding stock splits has taken Wall Street by storm in 2024. July has been a busy month, with an international conglomerate, high-end retailer, and artificial intelligence (AI) networking solutions provider all executing forward splits. However, Wall Street's newest stock-split stock has a $24 billion market cap that's built atop...

Wall Street's Newest Stock-Split Stock Should Be Avoided Like the Plague -- and I'm Not Talking About Broadcom

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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India budget highlights main issues but doesn't devote resources to them: Ex-central bank governor

Raghuram Rajan, former Reserve Bank of India...

India budget highlights main issues but doesn't devote resources to them: Ex-central bank governor

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