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US Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell said he expects housing inflation to continue to recede while “broader economic conditions also set the table for further disinflation.”

Fed may have pretty much just hit its inflation target

The Federal Reserve is nearing its objective, fresh on the heels of the central bank’s dramatic interest rate cut just a few weeks ago.

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RENEE ONQUE: Two weeks ago, I decided to delete my social media apps and commit to a prolonged period away from digital communities.

I’m on day 14 without social media—here’s what I miss most

RENEE ONQUE: Two weeks ago, I decided to delete my social media apps and commit to a prolonged period away from digital communities.

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Since it opened to the public two years ago, Pinang Island has welcomed 100 guests and has become an appealing destination for yoga and surf retreats.

Stunning private island stay for $1000. If you can get there

The previously uninhabited island welcomed its first guests two years ago.

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Here’s how to cope with empty nest syndrome.

Five ways parents can cope with ‘empty nest syndrome’

As teens head off to college and move out of their childhood homes for good, parents and guardians can experience overwhelming feelings of sadness, grief and worry. Here’s how to cope.

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Even though people know they should stay away from free wifi, it proves as irresistible to travellers as it is to hackers.

Thinking of using free wifi at an airport? Think again

Even though many people know they should stay away from free wifi, it proves as irresistible to travellers as it is to hackers, who are now updating an old cybercrime tactic to take advantage.

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Olivia Cleary bought a $100 sewing machine to start a side hustle—now she makes six figures a year

From a $100 sewing machine to a six-figure luxury business

Here’s how a 27-year-old built her side hustle into a luxury fashion business that now brings in six figures a year.

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Ryan earns nearly $205,000 a year as the sole financial provider, and the couple has anet worthof more than $1 million. But they’re stressed about their day-to-day finances. Adobestock

Why this couple in their 40s worth $1.5m are ‘broke’

Ryan earns nearly $205,000 a year as the sole financial provider, and the couple has a net worth of more than $1 million. But they’re stressed about their day-to-day finances.

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Cathay Pacific has “sincerely” apologised for the incident.

Couple banned after inflight dispute over reclined seat

A couple, who argued with a passenger who reclined her seat, won’t be flying with this airline ever again.

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The agent, who was a member of Harris’ protective detail, has been placed on administrative leave. Stock image.

Secret Service agent accused of sex assault on Harris aide

The US Secret Service is investigating allegations that one of its agents sexually assaulted a female staff member of the office of Vice President Kamala Harris, the agency has confirmed.

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Doom spending is when a person mindlessly shops to self-soothe because they feel pessimistic about the economy and their future, according to Psychology Today.

Why Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly ‘doom spending’

Some young people are splashing out on luxuries like travel and designer clothes instead of saving, in a trend that’s being characterized as ‘doom spending’ on social media.

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Sportswear and sneaker giant Nike has confirmed a massive change, as the company prepares for a major shake-up in just weeks.

Nike confirms massive change coming in just weeks

Sportswear and sneaker giant Nike has confirmed a massive change, as the company prepares for a major shake-up in just weeks.

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Wall Street got the big rate cut it wanted, but markets failed to sustain a rally overnight Wednesday.

What the market historically does after Fed cuts rates

The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in four years. Let’s take a look at how stocks performed at the start of prior easing cycles.

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US Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell.

Trading volatile after US Federal Reserve rate bombshell

The US Federal Reserve has enacted its first interest rate cut since the early days of the COVID pandemic, slashing benchmark rates in an effort to prevent a slowdown in the labour market.

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Social media, especially TikTok, has become a hub for health advice that often isn’t based on evidence and can even be harmful.

The truth about the TikTok health trends you want to try

Social media, especially TikTok, has become a hub for health advice that often isn’t based on evidence and can even be harmful.

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Lovers seek relationship advice from books, podcasts and friends, but they might actually be hurting their chances of having a happy relationship. This might be the only advice you need to know.

Love advice from 1938 that rings true now

Lovers seek relationship advice from books, podcasts and friends, but they might actually be hurting their chances of having a happy relationship. This might be the only advice you need to know.

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