Analysts and experts have warned that even if the Iran war were to end soon, prices will remain high well into the second half of the year.
- Heather Schlitz, Tom Polansek and Cassandra Garrison Reuters
Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.
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Megan Leonhardt, Senior Economy Writer at Barron's, breaks down sticky inflation, Fed policy, interest rates and what they mean for consumers.
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The trend underscores a growing divide in what had been a resilient post-pandemic travel rebound, another example of a so-called K-shaped economy.
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It’s finally here – warm weather and the season where travel is a priority. Whether you’re road tripping or getting on a plane, you’ll likely need a place to stay when you get there. We’ve got some tips from pros to help you avoid common mistakes when booking a hotel.
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The era of ultra-cheap mortgages that reshaped American housing for a generation shows no signs of coming back.
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Young couples are delaying marriage and starting a family as they struggle to get on the housing ladder. A study of 500 adults looking to buy a property in the next three years found major life milestones are being postponed in order to afford to buy a home. A quarter are delaying tying the …
Millions of travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, even as households grapple with higher energy costs.
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and with many people hitting the road or heading off on trips, here’s a look at the best and worst times to travel. According to AAA, the time you choose to hit the road could determine how stressful your holiday is. AAA and transportation d…
The soaring cost of gasoline is reshaping everyday decisions and inspiring creative workarounds in households across the country.
US gas prices have crossed four dollars a gallon and JPMorgan warns five dollars is coming by summer as the Iran war keeps the Strait of Hormuz closed.
T-shirts, baseball caps, cutting boards and more: Companies leaned into the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States with a variety of merchandise.
School districts from Yakima, Washington, to Waco, Texas, are tapping emergency funding reserves to keep buses running.
Wall Street analysts at Citigroup are warning that international oil prices could reach $150 per barrel if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed through the end of June, potentially pushing US gas prices to $6 per gallon this summer. National average gas prices are already at a wartime high of…
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America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.
Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.
Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.
A North Carolina high school valedictorian was cut off during a graduation speech while commenting on global issues, including the Israel-Palestine conflict, Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids.
The Mallard Creek boys’ track team has won an appeal after a controversial disqualification initially cost the Mavericks a third straight state championship. The Charlotte school’s appeal was heard by a three-member Independent Interscholastic Athletics Appeals Board run by the N.C. State Board of Education. That appeals panel included Dr. Rodney Shotwell (retired Superintendent, Rockingham ...
The Carolina Hurricanes had a day off Saturday to rest and recharge after winning the Eastern Conference championship in the Stanley Cup playoffs. But that was it; no 11-day break this time. While not on the ice, it was back to work off the ice Sunday as the Canes more quickly gear up for the Stanley Cup Final matchup with the Vegas Golden Knights. “It’s a big accomplishment, but there’s a lot ...
To protect the rights of life beginning at fertilization, House Bill 1232 reads: "any person who willfully seeks to destroy the life of another person, by any means, at any stage of life, or succeeds in doing so, shall be held accountable for attempted murder or for first degree murder, respectively."
Around the world, laws on same-sex relations vary widely, with some countries expanding protections for LGBTQ+ communities while others introduce new bans. In Ghana, parliament has passed a bill criminalising same-sex relations and the promotion of LGBTQ+ rights. If enacted, Ghana would join…
Analysts and experts have warned that even if the Iran war were to end soon, prices will remain high well into the second half of the year.
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An investigation that began after a runaway juvenile from McDowell was located has led to the arrest of a South Carolina man on felony child sex charges.
The reported owners of the horses were charged in May due to the escape.
Both were charged with four counts each of exposing a child to a controlled substance and misdemeanor child abuse.
Unpaid bill is “an unjust enrichment” for Neese's officials, who have benefited at the Packaging Corporation of America’s expense, the lawsuit said.
“I love my Tesla, and I love that Elon Musk drives me everywhere."
McDowell County is one of the counties covered by this disaster declaration.
To protect the rights of life beginning at fertilization, House Bill 1232 reads: "any person who willfully seeks to destroy the life of another person, by any means, at any stage of life, or succeeds in doing so, shall be held accountable for attempted murder or for first degree murder, respectively."
The City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Marion Community Building.