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Trump's new spy chief confirmed by US Senate

South Korea’s Memory Chip Giant Defies A.I. Market Jitters

Gibson Dunn Hires Rival Wachtell Lipton’s Co-Chair

Were You Stuck Footing the Bill on a Group Trip? Tell Us About It.
'Ricochet' explores how the right to bear arms expands -- while gun laws contract

Prediction Market Betting on Drug Trials and Approvals Sparks Concern About Undermining Research

Boeing’s stock rallies as surprisingly large loss is offset by upbeat revenue and backlog

Trump’s Tariffs Are Sending Some Companies Back to China
The Chips That Will Decide A.I.’s Future
More Americans are going bankrupt. What does that mean?

A.I. Companies Are Recruiting Electricians and Carpenters by the Thousands

Global Oil Prices Jump as Attacks Resume in the Middle East

Writers Guild Withdraws Support From Film Festival Over A.I.


‘We Are Not Learning Anything’: India’s Gen Z Rage Is a Test for Modi

Cinemark stock hits 52-week high at 34.75 USD
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said AI will change jobs, not eliminate them. He thinks AI will make some tasks easier, but people will still have jobs. Huang said this at a conference.

Bridge connecting Canada and U.S. opens after Trump tried to block it
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI company isn't advocating for ban of open-weight models
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) fined the ticket reselling company Elite Events and Tickets. The FTC said the company broke the Better Online Ticket Sales Act, a law that stops unfair ticket sales online. Elite Events and Tickets neither admitted nor denied the FTC's claims. Last year, CBS News talked with the company about how it works and what it does.
Taiwan's economy is growing fast, like 'gangbusters'. Its GDP is rising because the United States is buying more AI chips from Taiwan. Experts say this growth could face challenges. They point to possible tensions with former US President Trump and with China.
Inflation has made school supplies and clothes more expensive this year. Many families are trying to cut costs by shopping sales or reusing items. A recent spending survey shows parents are planning to spend less than last year.
The Federal Reserve decided to keep its key interest rate unchanged on Wednesday. This is the latest pause in a series of rate hikes aimed at controlling inflation. When the Fed rate stays the same, mortgage rates often move little or may even drop slightly. Home buyers and owners should review their loans and consider locking in rates or refinancing.
Nasdaq-100 is on the edge of correction territory as semiconductor stocks take another beating
The Federal Reserve paused its interest rate hikes. Borrowers are told to avoid three mortgage rate mistakes. Avoiding these mistakes can help them get better loan terms.

The U.S. economy grew more slowly in the second quarter of 2026, according to the Commerce Department. The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged, even though three officials wanted a rate increase. PBS NewsHour said the slowdown might be linked to the war in Iran. Al Jazeera said tariffs and higher oil prices caused a supply shock that dragged growth down.
CBS News announced that this week's episode of 'Sunday Morning' is called 'The Money Issue.' It will air on August 2. Veteran journalist Jane Pauley will host the special broadcast. The program explores how money affects everyday life.
Jill Schlesinger says many young people think having a child is too expensive. She explains that with good planning, raising a family can be affordable. Guest Kayla Sabbagh joins her to share tips on budgeting and saving. A 23‑year‑old listener named Brianna calls in asking for advice on starting a family while living with her parents.

Tech workers sound the alarm on the risks of rapid AI development

New Balance sneakers are on sale this weekend. Discounts reach up to 61 percent off. The sale includes running, walking, and hiking styles. Amazon is offering the deals.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was seen with a notepad during a cabinet meeting at Camp David. The notepad had a note that said "Buy Japanese Yen (JPY) $5-10 bil". This suggests the US might plan to buy between five and ten billion dollars worth of Japanese yen. The photo was taken by a Reuters photographer and shared by The Guardian.
A CBS News poll found that 75% of Americans say their income is not keeping up with inflation. The same poll shows many people think President Trump is not doing enough to lower prices. Political strategists Rina Shah and Amirah Sequeira gave analysis on the results.
Creditors sometimes agree to settle a debt for less than the full amount owed. The size of the debt matters, but it is not the only factor they consider. They also look at your income, payment history, and whether you can pay anything at all. Because of this, there is no fixed debt amount that guarantees a negotiation.

{"Ben Cohen, co‑founder of Ben & Jerry’s, says the new chocolate‑covered ice‑cream bar tastes different and feels fluffy, suggesting extra air was added to cut costs.","He claims the company’s voice has been silenced by its corporate owners.","Cohen suggests a boycott of Magnum brands could pressure the owners to sell Ben & Jerry’s back to its founders."}
On Wednesday, major US stock indexes fell sharply, marking the worst day for Wall Street in 2026. The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged. Some Fed officials disagreed with the decision, and investors worried about continuing inflation and higher energy costs. At the same time, the yield on long‑term government bonds rose, showing market nervousness.

{"The Federal Reserve kept its main interest rate between 3.5% and 3.75% for the fifth time in a row.","The yield on the 30‑year US Treasury bond rose to about 5.24%, the highest level since 2007.","This rise in borrowing costs shows the market worries the Fed may not act fast enough to control inflation.","The Fed chair said the bank will keep fighting inflation despite the steady rate."}

FTSE 100 to fall from record high after Fed holds interest rates and Iran attacks; Rolls-Royce expects higher profits – business live
What drove the Dow to its worst day since April 2025?

On Wednesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell about 1,000 points. The Federal Reserve voted to keep interest rates unchanged. Investors reacted by selling stocks, causing a sharp drop. Some reports link the move to high inflation and energy price spikes from the Iran war, while others note it was the biggest fall since April 2025.