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National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $36,721,531,033,602.97 as of 7/25/25
The U.S. national debt is climbing at a rapid pace, on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
USDA to vacate several Washington buildings, relocate staff to regional hubs
The USDA announced that it will relocate much of its staff in the Washington, D.C., area to five regional hubs and vacate several buildings in the nation's capital.
State Farm to hike home insurance rates by 27% in this state
Illinois homeowners face a 27% rate hike from State Farm as the insurer cites unsustainable losses. The rate increase is expected to start on Aug. 15.
Mortgage rates inch lower this week
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.74%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.75%.
Court allows women to sue Qatar Airways over alleged strip searches
Judges overturned a lower court's dismissal, allowing Australian women to sue Qatar Airways and an airport operator over alleged strip searches.
Uber announces feature allowing women to select female preference for riders, drivers
Uber announced a "Women's Preferences" to allow women riders and drivers in the U.S. to only be connected with other women for their trips through the ride-sharing service.
TD Bank to require staff to return to office four days a week
TD Bank has directed employees to work in the office four days a week starting this fall, following other firms seeking to ditch remote work, according to a memo from the company.
Government-funded grocery store flounders in Midwest city as similar proposal gains steam in NYC
A community-owned grocery store in Kansas City received millions in subsidies but has struggled with inventory and customer traffic as other cities weigh publicly owned grocery stores.
Chick-fil-A to open new location in Brooklyn, and 'cows will eat free'
Brooklyn's newest Chick-fil-A restaurant creates over 75 local jobs and celebrates its Thursday opening with free meals for customers wearing cow spots.
First-ever Tesla Diner opens in Hollywood
Two-story Tesla Diner welcomes all visitors, offering classic menu items and entertainment on massive screens viewable from the Skypad or cars.