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U.S. 30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs to 6.89%, Highest Since February

By Agencies The average rate for a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. climbed this week to 6.89%, marking its highest point since early February. This increase further raises borrowing costs for homebuyers. According to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac, the rate rose from 6.86% last week. A...

UCSF Study Finds 35% Jump in Depression Symptoms for Pre-Teens Using Social Media

Staff Reporter study led by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has revealed that increased social media use among pre-teens is linked to a staggering 35 percent rise in symptoms of depression. According to KTVU, the research highlights the mental health risks associated...

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Staff Reporter Kroger Co. has confirmed plans to lay off approximately 200 corporate employees across...

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Staff Reporter Goldman Sachs analyst Hailey He has expressed a "cautiously optimistic" outlook on Chinese...

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