Rising Homeownership Costs Outpace Inflation, Undermining Housing Affordability
Since the pandemic, the annual cost of owning a home has surged well beyond inflation, driven by mortgage rates, maintenance, and insurance hikes, limiting buyer access.
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Federal Judge Rejects DOJ Subpoenas Targeting Minnesota Officials as Retaliatory
A federal judge dismissed subpoenas from the DOJ aimed at Minnesota’s governor and officials, deeming them unlawful acts of political retaliation linked to immigration enforcement disputes.
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Vance Emphasizes Actions Over Words in Iran Peace Negotiations
Vice President JD Vance highlighted the importance of observing Iran’s actions rather than trusting verbal commitments during ongoing peace talks in Switzerland.
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NVIDIA Unveils Halos, an Integrated Safety Platform for Industrial Robotics
NVIDIA has launched Halos for Robotics, a comprehensive safety system that integrates AI compute, sensors, and software to enhance robot safety in industrial environments.
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EA Announces Another Wave of Layoffs Amid Organizational Restructuring
Electronic Arts is cutting jobs across multiple departments as it adjusts its operations to better align with shifting player demands, according to insider reports.
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Warsh Advocates for Less Transparency at the Fed, Citing Greenspan’s Legacy
Kevin Warsh signals a Federal Reserve approach favoring reduced communication and greater market interpretation, echoing former chair Alan Greenspan’s style.
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MoonPay Expands into AI-Driven Finance with Entendre Acquisition
MoonPay has acquired Entendre to integrate AI accounting agents into stablecoin finance operations, aiming to streamline and automate complex workflows for high-volume businesses.
Energy & Climate
Maine Steps Up to Report Climate Emissions Amid Federal Data Gaps
After the EPA halted greenhouse gas reporting, Maine collaborates with partners to generate its own detailed climate pollution data ahead of state deadlines.
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Vice President Vance Praises Return of UN Nuclear Inspectors to Iran, Echoing Obama-Era Deal
Vice President J.D. Vance hailed Iran’s agreement to resume United Nations nuclear inspections, framing it as a major diplomatic achievement similar to the Obama administration’s previous deal.
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NVIDIA Deploys 35 AI Supercomputers Across Europe with Up to 800 Exaflops Capacity
NVIDIA is powering Europe's AI research with 35 supercomputers across 23 countries, delivering a combined compute performance of up to 800 exaflops for scientific and industrial innovation.