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The latest inflation report from the US shows a confusing mix of numbers. On one hand, the cost of goods is going up. On the other hand, people are spending less on travel. This is a big deal because it shows how the trade war is affecting the economy. The report looks at how much businesses pay fo

Fed Official Sees Strong Economy as a Buffer Against Tariff Effects

Susan Collins, who leads the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, thinks the economy is strong enough to handle tariffs without needing quick action from the Fed. She believes businesses and households are in good shape, which might help soften the blow of higher tariffs. This gives the Fed time to caref

politics

Pam Bondi's Leadership: A Critical Look

Pam Bondi, the current Attorney General, is under fire for her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case and other controversies. Her leadership has been questioned due to a series of missteps and failures. The Department of Justice (DOJ) under her leadership has a poor track record in court, winning onl

technology

Unlocking Trust in Visual-Textual Search

In the world of computer vision and language processing, there's a big challenge: how to make sure that when a computer tries to match pictures with text, it does so in a trustworthy way. This is called visual-textual retrieval. The problem is that current methods don't always know when they're maki

Businesses Rush to Beat Tariff Deadlines, Causing Shipping Surge

The Port of Los Angeles experienced its busiest June ever, with 892, 000 container units processed. This is an 8% increase from the previous year. This sudden surge in shipping volume is a direct result of businesses trying to avoid upcoming tariffs. The port's executive director, Gene Seroka, belie

America's Economic Crossroads: Reagan or Carter?

America's economy is at a turning point. Mohamed El-Erian, a well-known economist, has pointed out that the country is facing a big decision. The choices made now could lead to a strong economic comeback or a period of struggle. El-Erian has compared the current situation to two different times in

finance

How Trump's Trade Moves Might Be Hitting Your Wallet

Prices in the US are going up. In June, the cost of living rose by 0. 3%, making the yearly increase hit 2. 7%. This is the highest it's been in four months. Experts expected this rise, especially because gas prices went up. But it's not just gas. Other goods are getting more expensive too, thanks t

Tomato Trade Tussle: US Hits Mexican Imports with 17% Tariff

The US has slapped a 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes, a move that could make your pizza and salsa more expensive. Why? The US claims Mexican tomatoes are being sold too cheaply, hurting local farmers. But Mexico says their tomatoes are just popular because they're good. This isn't the first time the

politics

MAGA Base Unhappy with Epstein Files Handling

President Donald Trump recently backed Attorney General Pam Bondi amid growing discontent within his MAGA supporters. The issue? The administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Trump's attempt to calm the situation seems to have backfired, sparking more criticism. Trump took to his soci

EU and US Trade Tensions: What's at Stake?