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French blood storage impacted by freezer hacks as theories swirl about culprits
French blood storage facilities were compromised by hackers targeting refrigeration systems, though staff prevented damage and no blood products were lost. Authorities investigate multiple theories about the attackers’ identity.
Israel’s president begins consultations with parties after election deadlock
Israel’s President Isaac Herzog has begun consultations with political parties to form a governing coalition following last week’s general election, which produced no clear majority winner among competing blocs.
‘I’d rather live through something publicly than escape it privately’: Jack Antonoff on survivor’s guilt and still singing love songs after his breakup
Jack Antonoff discusses his dual career as Bleachers frontman and in-demand pop producer while touring with the band, reflecting on grief, survivor’s guilt, and creative contradictions.
Martina Arroyo obituary
Martina Arroyo, a soprano who became one of the most prominent African American opera singers of her generation, has died aged 90. She overcame institutional racial prejudice to achieve international recognition in major Verdi roles.
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IRS tax liens can be a ‘kiss of death,’ consumer advocate says — and they’re on the rise
Federal tax liens filed by the IRS surged 9% in the 2025 fiscal year to over 214,000, creating obstacles for borrowing and employment as staffing cuts raise automation concerns.
No deposit, no problem: the new 100% mortgages for first-time buyers
Major UK lenders including Metro Bank and Lloyds are now offering mortgages with minimal or no deposits required for first-time buyers, marking a shift in lending practices since the 2008 financial crisis.
‘I don’t think I’ll ever retire’: the workers struggling to save for old age
Britain faces a retirement savings crisis with 15 million people not saving adequately for old age, according to the Pensions Commission, with women’s pension pots significantly smaller than men’s.
Homebuyer affordability slipped for fifth straight month, real estate index shows
Homebuyer affordability declined for the fifth consecutive month in June, with the income required to qualify for a mortgage rising to $109,152 amid higher home prices and mortgage rates.
Scam victims can owe taxes on stolen money. A bill in Congress could offer relief
A bipartisan bill in Congress seeks to allow fraud victims to deduct stolen money from their taxes and waive early withdrawal penalties on retirement accounts, addressing a tax burden created by recent law changes.
‘We noticed a login from a new device’: the message from fraudsters targeting your X account
Fraudsters are sending fake X login alert emails mimicking legitimate notifications to steal passwords and account access through deceptive links and fake websites.
UK savings deals: the heat is on as banks offer up to 8%
UK savers face fierce competition among banks pushing interest rates higher this summer, with instant-access accounts paying up to 5% and regular savings accounts offering up to 8%.
Lawmakers renew push to axe a lucrative tax loophole for crypto investors
Congressional lawmakers are pushing to eliminate a tax loophole allowing cryptocurrency investors to claim investment loss deductions without divesting holdings, potentially raising billions in federal revenue annually.
Volkswagen CFO addresses plant closures, job losses as profits sink
Volkswagen reported weaker-than-expected second-quarter profits and abandoned its growth forecast for 2026 as the company prepares to cut up to 100,000 jobs and potentially close German factories.
Soybeans Falling Back on Monday Morning Trade with Weather and Outside Pressures
Soybean futures declined 32-35 cents Monday morning amid wetter weather forecasts and lower crude oil prices, following Friday’s gains led by August and November contracts.
Corn Retreating Early on Monday
Corn futures declined early Monday as improving weather forecasts and crude oil losses pressured prices, though front-month contracts recovered from initial lows.
Hogs Look to Monday Trade as Pork Stocks See a Build
Lean hog futures rose Friday with August contracts up $1.20 on the week, while cold storage data showed pork stocks increased 9.44% year-over-year to 458.22 million pounds.