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Trump Says US and Canada Have 'Concept' of New Trade Deal
President Trump signaled progress on US-Canada trade talks, describing a developing framework without offering specific details.
Johannesburg's Crumbling Infrastructure Tests ANC Ahead of Local Vote
Rubbish, power cuts, and polluted waterways plague Alexandra township as South Africans prepare to cast local election ballots.
PCE Inflation Index Accelerates in October, New Data Shows
The Personal Consumption Expenditures index picked up speed, arriving a day after the Fed opted to hold interest rates steady.
White House Push to Remove Fed Governor Cook Clouds Warsh Prospects
The Trump administration has intensified efforts to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook amid denied fraud allegations, creating uncertainty at the central bank.
Fed Holds Rates Steady as Warsh Signals No Rush to Hike Again
The Federal Reserve is expected to pause rate increases, with Chair Kevin Warsh saying more work remains on inflation but consecutive hikes aren't imminent.
Public University Costs Now Topping $50,000 a Year for In-State Students
Attendance costs at public colleges are crossing the $50,000 annual threshold even for in-state residents, signaling a new era of affordability strain.
UK Consumer Confidence Drops Fastest Since Brexit Vote
A GfK survey shows UK confidence plunged 11 points in October to -24, the steepest fall outside Covid since the 2016 Brexit vote.
Jackdaw Gasfield Approval Brings Relief to Aberdeen Workers
The UK's approval of the Jackdaw gasfield offers hope to North Sea workers in Aberdeen, a city still recovering from a decade of economic decline.
How Much Your College and Major Shape Earnings After Graduation
A new federal data analysis tracks aid recipients' income four years post-graduation, revealing when college choice and major matter most.