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Home heating oil prices are soaring — and users’ winter bills could rise 21%, federal outlook shows
Home heating oil prices are projected to surge 34% this winter, with average household bills rising approximately 21%, while natural gas and propane users may see relief, according to federal energy forecasts.
Inflation sizzled in September — and Social Security benefits will get a boost
Consumer inflation rose to 3.7% in September, driven by surging energy prices. Social Security benefits will increase 3.6% next year, adding $75 monthly for average recipients.
Mattel shares rise after reports of takeover interest from Authentic Brands Group
Mattel shares surged nearly 20% after reports that brand licensing company Authentic Brands Group expressed takeover interest, potentially valuing the toymaker above $6 billion.
Swiss glaciers suffer another year of record ice loss
Switzerland’s glaciers lost over 5% of their ice in 2026, continuing a rapid decline linked to global warming. The loss threatens Europe’s water supply and increases risks of landslides and flooding.
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Suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinner
Investigators say the 31-year-old California man wanted to kill as many high-level officials as possible. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source
US political violence generates a familiar cycle – this time it’s in overdrive
Erika Kirk, whose husband, the conservative activist Charlie Kirk, was shot and killed last September, was in tears. Congressman Steve Scalise, majority leader in the House of Representatives who suffered life-threatening injuries in a shooting at a baseball practice...
Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote
A spate of attacks against civilians and military bases in Colombia's southwestern region has raised security concerns as the country heads to a May presidential election.(Image credit: Santiago Saldarriaga) Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source
China’s Leaders Vow to Counter Shocks as Economy Withstands War – Bloomberg.com
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China’s Leaders Vow to Counter Shocks as Economy Withstands War – Bloomberg.com
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‘Some form’ of social media restrictions for under-16s, minister promises
Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce “age or functionality restrictions”. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnEducation Minister Olivia Bailey says the...
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones set to plead guilty in gambling sweep
NEW YORK -- Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is set to plead guilty Tuesday to charges he cashed in on rigged poker games and gave sports bettors nonpublic injury information about stars, including his one-time teammate LeBron James.Barring a...
Banchero and the Magic look to clinch series against Detroit
Orlando Magic (45-37, eighth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Detroit Pistons (60-22, first in the Eastern Conference)Detroit; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDTLINE: Pistons -9.5; over/under is 210.5EASTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Magic lead series 3-1BOTTOM LINE: The Orlando Magic...
Lakers look to secure series victory over the Rockets
Houston Rockets (52-30, fifth in the Western Conference) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (53-29, fourth in the Western Conference)Los Angeles; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EDTLINE: Lakers -2.5; over/under is 208.5WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Lakers lead series 3-1BOTTOM LINE: The Los...
Cleveland, Toronto tied 2-2 heading to game 5
Toronto Raptors (46-36, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (52-30, fourth in the Eastern Conference)Cleveland; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EDTLINE: Cavaliers -8.5; over/under is 215.5EASTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Series tied 2-2BOTTOM LINE: The...
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 31 and Thunder outlast Suns 131-122 to cap a 4-game sweep
PHOENIX -- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points, Chet Holmgren added 24 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 131-122 on Monday night, capping a four-game sweep in the first-round series.The Thunder — who have a 12-0 record in the first round over...
Sloppy Pistons are 1 loss from becoming 7th No. 1 seed to lose to an 8 seed in the NBA playoffs
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Those 60 wins in the regular season and that No. 1 seed don’t mean much for the Detroit Pistons right now.They’re one loss away from a rare elimination.Only six No. 8 seeds have defeated a No. 1 in a playoff series in NBA history. It’s happened only...