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White House scales back plan to dismantle the CFPB but still wants to slash staff by two-thirds

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

NEW YORK (AP) - The Trump administration has scaled back its plans to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, laying out a plan for an agency that would be significantly smaller than it was under President Joe Biden but still bigger than the one... Read More.

Company backed by Trump sons looks to sell drone interceptors to Gulf states being attacked by Iran

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

NEW YORK (AP) - A drone maker backed by President Donald Trump's two oldest sons is trying to sell to Gulf countries while they are under attack by Iran and dependent on the U.S. military led by their father. The sales drive by Florida-based Powerus... Read More.

Prediction markets challenge tribal casinos’ hard-won place in US gambling

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

EDGEWOOD, N.M. (AP) - At the Indian Gaming Association's annual convention in San Diego this week, two words have dominated the agenda: Prediction markets. On public panels and in closed-door meetings, tribal leaders have discussed the explosive growth of platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi and... Read More.

What to know about the battle over lawsuits alleging that Roundup weedkiller can cause cancer

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

Kentucky lawmakers have brushed aside the objections of Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear to enact a new law that could protect global agrochemical manufacturer Bayer from state lawsuits alleging it failed to warn customers that a commonly used weedkiller could cause cancer. The veto override Wednesday... Read More.

Fed’s Logan says US oil producers unlikely to provide near-term relief for consumers

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

By Michael S. Derby April 2 (Reuters) - Dallas Federal Reserve President Lorie Logan said on Thursday that U.S. oil producers are unlikely to boost output and shield consumers from higher gasoline prices any time soon. The price U.S. producers say they need to see to... Read More.

Why ‘unretired’ seniors are picking up gig work to pay the bills

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

PLAINVIEW, New York (AP) - Before Stu Goldberg begins his night shift driving for Uber, he pulls out a notebook to read a handwritten list of reminders. "No tickets. Full stops," he'd scrawled in the book. "Careful backing up. Watch for pedestrians and bikes." With... Read More.

Starbucks expands weekly pay, adds more tips and bonuses for US baristas

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

April 2 (Reuters) - Starbucks will move to weekly pay for all U.S. store workers and roll out a program that adds bonuses and expands tips, it said on Thursday, as concerns persist over its stalled talks with the union representing some U.S. baristas. ... Read More.

Topps will release NFL trading cards for the first time since 2016

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

NEW YORK (AP) - Topps will issue NFL trading cards for the first time since 2016 after Fanatics Collectibles reached a multi-year deal with the league and NFL Players Association. The first set will be 2025 Topps Chrome Football, which will be released on April... Read More.

Russia plans to send second oil tanker to Cuba

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

MOSCOW (AP) - Russia plans to send a second oil tanker to Cuba, the country's energy minister said Thursday, citing the island's ongoing energy blockade and reiterating Russia's solidarity with the troubled Caribbean nation. The announcement comes just two days after sanctioned Russian tanker Anatoly... Read More.

Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.46%, the highest level in nearly 7 months

Thursday, April 2 by SRN News

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed for the fifth straight week, reaching its highest level in nearly seven months, another setback for home shoppers in the midst of the spring homebuying season. The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.46% from 6.38%... Read More.

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White House scales back plan to dismantle the CFPB but still wants to slash staff by two-thirds

Company backed by Trump sons looks to sell drone interceptors to Gulf states being attacked by Iran

Prediction markets challenge tribal casinos’ hard-won place in US gambling

What to know about the battle over lawsuits alleging that Roundup weedkiller can cause cancer

Fed’s Logan says US oil producers unlikely to provide near-term relief for consumers

Why ‘unretired’ seniors are picking up gig work to pay the bills

Starbucks expands weekly pay, adds more tips and bonuses for US baristas

Topps will release NFL trading cards for the first time since 2016

Russia plans to send second oil tanker to Cuba

Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.46%, the highest level in nearly 7 months

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