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Economy shrank in first quarter, signaling major warning sign

Economy shrank in first quarter, signaling major warning sign

US economy grew at a surprisingly strong 3.3% pace last quarter, pointing to continued resilience

by Paul Wiseman WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s economy grew at an unexpectedly brisk 3.3% annual pace from October through December as Americans showed a continued willingness to spend freely despite high interest rates and price levels that have frustrated many households. Thursday’s report from the Commerce Department said the gross domestic product — the economy’s totalContinue reading “US economy grew at a surprisingly strong 3.3% pace last quarter, pointing to continued resilience”

Travel Thursday: Why Go To New York City?

Cool, cosmopolitan, crowded, constantly evolving … the Big Apple blends big city splendor with small-town charm. Amid New York’s iconic landmarks and towering skyscrapers, you’ll experience a vibrant culture permeating each of the city’s distinctive neighborhoods and boroughs. Follow trendsetters to the East Village and Brooklyn to check out indie boutiques, iconic bakeries and trendy coffee shops.Continue reading “Travel Thursday: Why Go To New York City?”

History Lesson Tuesday: December 5, 1933. The End of Prohibition in America.

The 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified, repealing the 18th Amendment and bringing an end to the era of national prohibition of alcohol in America. At 5:32 p.m. EST, Utah became the 36th state to ratify the amendment, achieving the requisite three-fourths majority of states’ approval. Pennsylvania and Ohio had ratified it earlier in the day. The movement for the prohibition of alcohol began inContinue reading “History Lesson Tuesday: December 5, 1933. The End of Prohibition in America.”

6 Ways To Reduce Your Property Taxes

by John Waggoner ermites are probably the only thing homeowners dislike more than property taxes. The average home price has soared an average 11.8 percent a year over the past three years, according to the Standard & Poor’s CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index. Although that’s wonderful, your property taxes have probably risenContinue reading “6 Ways To Reduce Your Property Taxes”

Have You Heard of Visable Phone Service?

by Rachel Hartman Visible vs. Verizon Cell Phone Plans Verizon is one of the three major wireless carriers operating within the U.S., and Visible runs on its network. Verizon owns Visible, and while the two have the same towers and a similar amount of coverage, there are distinctions between them. First, they offer different cellContinue reading “Have You Heard of Visable Phone Service?”

Trump Off the Ballot?

by Occupy Democrats BREAKING: ABC News drops bombshell, reveals that “efforts to keep Donald Trump off the 2024 ballot under the 14th Amendment” are “gaining steam” as “election officials in key states are preparing legal challenges to Trump’s candidacy.” But it gets WAY worse for Donald Trump… ABC reports that “Arizona, Michigan, and New Hampshire”Continue reading “Trump Off the Ballot?”

At least 36 people have died in Maui wildfires that overwhelmed hospitals, demolished homes and destroyed cultural sites

by Nouran Salahieh The death toll from the catastrophic wildfires in Maui has soared to 36, and officials worry the devastation could intensify as the infernos torch more of the ravaged island. The loss of life marked a staggering increase from earlier reports of six people killed. While survivors recall harrowing escapes by car or boat, many residents who fled still don’tContinue reading “At least 36 people have died in Maui wildfires that overwhelmed hospitals, demolished homes and destroyed cultural sites”