Category: News
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How can you get a good deal in a high-rate environment?
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Mortgage rates continue to rise. According to Zillow, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose six basis points to 6.78%Today, the 15-year fixed rate rose by three basis points to… 6.07%. The economic outlook for the first quarter of 2025 doesn’t make it seem like mortgage rates will drop anytime…
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JPMorgan chase set to mandate full-time office return for thousands of staff
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JPMorgan Chase is reportedly preparing to mandate a full five-day work week for thousands of its employees, signaling a further tightening of the remote and hybrid work models introduced during the pandemic. The US banking giant, which employs more than 300,000 people worldwide and around 22,000 in the UK, is…
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Intel to spin off RealSense as Israel-based startup
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In August 2021, even before major rounds of layoffs, Intel announced that it would shut down its RealSense 3D depth camera division based on its acquisition of several Israeli startups, most of whose employees were in Israel. Some employees were laid off but the activity was not stopped but kept…
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Careers After a Master’s in Health Administration
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The healthcare industry continues to expand at an unprecedented rate, creating countless opportunities for professionals with a master’s degree in health administration. Whether you are interested in the operational aspects of healthcare facilities, policy making, or managing financial resources within medical settings, specialized education can open doors to impactful and…
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Isrotel to open five new hotels in 2025
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Israeli hotel chain Isrotel (TASE: ISRO) is planning a major expansion during 2025 by opening five new hotels with an investment of NIS 1 billion. After adding the new hotels, the chain will have 28 hotels across the country. In addition, over the next five years, Isrotel will open seven…
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How to Get Started Investing (Insight From Motley Fool Investors)
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In this podcast, host Mary Long talks with a handful of Motley Fool investors about: To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool’s free podcasts, check out our podcast center. To get started investing, check out our beginner’s guide to investing in stocks. When you’re ready to invest, check…
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Rachel Reeves’ China visit restores crucial links with world’s second-largest economy
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Deals worth £600m have been concluded, potentially adding £1bn of value to the UK economy, following Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ trip to Beijing. Winnie Cao, head of the China office and China business group at Blake Rotenberg, described the fruitful discussions between Reeves and Vice Premier He Lifeng as a positive…
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Los Angeles Faces Little Relief From Wildfires as Winds Persist
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Breadcrumb links BMN Business Dry, hot winds will fan fires in Los Angeles through midweek — and some forecasts show little relief for the rest of the month — as Southern California suffers one of its worst wildfire starts to a year. Article writer: Bloomberg News Brian K. sullivan Posted…
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Tel Aviv penthouse sold for NIS 20m
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A penthouse apartment under construction as part of a historic building at Kaplan Street 6 in Tel Aviv has been sold for NIS 20 million in bare shell form. The 200 square meter apartment on the eighth floor in Beit Hazofer will have a 49 square meter balcony overlooking Itamar…
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CD rates today, January 12, 2025 (up to 4.25% APY)
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Today’s interest rates on certificates of deposit (CD) are some of the highest we’ve seen in more than a decade thanks to several interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve. However, the Fed finally cut its interest rate target in September, so now may be your last chance to lock…
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How to Ensure a Flawless Launch for Your Mobile Game
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Launching a mobile game is an exciting but challenging endeavor. With millions of games available on platforms like the App Store and Google Play, it’s essential to make sure your game stands out and works flawlessly when it’s released. A well-executed launch can make the difference between a game that…
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Will 2025 Be the Year of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agents? Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang Thinks So.
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Listening to what industry leaders have to say about the future of artificial intelligence (AI) is key to being a successful investor. One of the leaders of artificial intelligence is Nvidia‘s (Nasdaq: NVDA) CEO and Founder, Jensen Huang. Since Nvidia makes the hardware that runs these AI models, Huang has…
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Rachel Reeves weighs a ‘hotel tax’ as treasury battles to fill funding gap
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Britons and foreign visitors may soon find themselves paying a “hotel tax” on every night they stay, under Treasury proposals designed to shore up the public purse as borrowing costs continue to rise. The potential tax, part of “modeling exercises” being carried out by officials, mirrors tourist taxes in countries…
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A startup city in Kenya tries to tackle Africa’s problem of urbanizing while poor
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Breadcrumb links PMN BMN Business Article writer: Associated Press Adrian Bloomfield Posted on January 12, 2025 • 5 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Article content KIAMBO, Kenya (AP) — When you turn into Tatu City…
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80 Billion Reasons Why These 2 Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Could Crush the Market Again in 2025
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The trend of artificial intelligence (AI) has given major boosts to stock prices Nvidia (Nasdaq: NVDA) and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd (NYSE: TSM) During the past year. Shares of the two chipmakers rose 204% and 121%, respectively, during the period, breaking the 35% gain recorded by the company. PHLX…
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A Conversation With Lawyer Chris Jackman on Integrity and the Evolving Practice of Law
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Chris Jackman is the founder of Jackman Law Firm, a practice dedicated to personal injury, mass torts, sexual assault, and immigration law. Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Chris’s commitment to justice stems from his early community service experiences, which shaped his compassionate, client-focused approach to the law. After earning his…
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2 Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid
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Warren Buffett’s success as an investor means he has a stock portfolio in him Berkshire Hathaway Get a lot of attention. Although you should always make your own buy and sell calls, there are some interesting stocks within Buffett’s investment vehicle that are worth considering today. The list includes Chevron…
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An In-Depth Conversation with Alison Schrag: Exploring Urban Wildlife Conservation
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Allison Schrag, an experienced New York City Fish and Wildlife technician, is passionately committed to promoting urban wildlife conservation. She earned her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry, with an emphasis in wildlife biology. Allison excels at formulating…
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China and the UK restart economic and financial talks after a 6-year hiatus
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Breadcrumb links PMN BMN Business Article writer: Associated Press Semena Maestrino Posted on January 11, 2025 • Last updated 11 hours ago • 4 minutes read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Article content TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) —…