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Pope Leo urges healing of ‘deep wounds’ before meeting child sexual abuse survivors in France
Pope Leo XIV called on the Catholic Church to heal from “deep wounds” and “painful errors” during a visit to France, meeting privately with seven survivors of clergy abuse.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be above average. Some say it’s not enough
Social Security beneficiaries may receive a 3.5% to 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027, the largest increase in three years, though surveys show most seniors believe it remains insufficient.
Nobel prize in medicine 2026 awarded for research into mysteries of brain
Three scientists received the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for developing optogenetics, a technique using light to control nerve cells in the brain for research and potential medical treatments.
Scientists win chemistry Nobel for discoveries about mirrored molecules that led to many drugs
Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for discoveries about mirror-image molecules that have enabled development of numerous drugs and transformed modern medicine.
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The Fed is likely to raise interest rates as inflation persists. What that means for consumers
The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates by a quarter percentage point amid persistent inflation, likely increasing borrowing costs for consumers already under financial strain.
Mortgage credit scores are evolving. What homebuyers need to know
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac now allow mortgage lenders to use VantageScore 4.0 alongside traditional FICO scores, potentially helping homebuyers with limited credit histories qualify for mortgages or secure better rates.
Trump Account contributions have a Dec. 31 deadline — and employers can complicate the math
Families have until Dec. 31 to make Trump Account contributions for 2026. Employers and employees must coordinate deposits and deferrals to avoid exceeding the $5,000 annual limit.
AI stock swings could affect your 401(k). Here’s what retirement savers need to know
AI market volatility this week may affect 401(k) retirement savings, as five major technology companies represent about 30% of the S&P 500 index that many workers hold through index funds.
Social Security reform plans could sway voters in battleground Senate races, survey finds
A new survey finds 81% of voters in competitive Senate states favor candidates with Social Security reform plans to prevent automatic benefit cuts when the trust fund depletes in 2032.
‘We lost £14,000’: can a new clampdown stamp out cowboy builders?
The UK government is launching a new register of trusted builders and a payment protection app to combat rogue traders, following cases where homeowners lost thousands to fraudulent builders.
Marvell shares tumble 6% as outlook underwhelms despite 37% revenue growth
Marvell Technology shares declined 6% despite reporting 37% revenue growth and raising its fiscal 2028 outlook, as investors found the guidance disappointing relative to expectations.
The ‘choose your own adventure’ earnings: Why retailers are handling tariff refunds so differently
Retailers have handled tariff refunds differently after the Supreme Court ruled in February that President Trump’s tariffs were unauthorized, leading to confusion about their earnings strength and future outlooks.
Palo Alto Networks beats quarterly estimates on AI demand, continues acquisition spree
Palo Alto Networks exceeded fiscal fourth-quarter estimates as artificial intelligence security threats drive customer demand for its cybersecurity products, though shares declined in extended trading.
Is India’s secondaries market hitting an inflection point?
India’s secondaries investing market is gaining momentum as major Asian funds expand operations there, driven by a stronger IPO market, regulatory changes, and aging funds requiring liquidity solutions.
China’s Fuel Exports Surge as Global Diesel Shortage Deepens
China exported 6.01 million tons of refined fuels in August, up 12.7% annually, as diesel exports surged 42.1% amid a global shortage, though year-to-date volumes remained down 9.6%.
Manufacturing output down in August; investments by Reckitt, Hitachi
U.S. manufacturing output declined 0.3% in August after seven consecutive months of growth, while several manufacturers announced major U.S. expansion investments totaling billions of dollars.