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NASA narrows Crew-9 lineup to accommodate astronauts aboard ISS
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NASA narrows Crew-9 lineup to accommodate astronauts aboard ISS

NASA administrators speak during a news conference to discuss plans to return two astronauts who remain stranded at the International Space Station, at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, on August 24, 2024. Mark Felix | AFP | Getty Images NASA said on Friday it will replace two crew members for an upcoming SpaceX flight […]

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These stocks could see a good September after forming a ‘golden cross’ chart pattern
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These stocks could see a good September after forming a ‘golden cross’ chart pattern

A handful of stocks could be poised for a strong September as they head toward what investors rtpically regard as a bullish price chart pattern. Stocks have rebounded from a sluggish start to August the month and ended with gains for all three major indexes. The By late Friday, the S & P 500 had […]

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Spain is the No. 1 country for digital nomads in 2024—see the full top 10 list
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Spain is the No. 1 country for digital nomads in 2024—see the full top 10 list

Despite post-pandemic return-to-office mandates, remote work persists and and has even helped to reshape cities across the world. Still, some countries are more welcoming to digital nomads than others. Recently, the experts at Global Citizen Solutions released its annual Global Digital Nomad Report, ranking the best countries for digital nomads in 2024. The report looked at 65 countries that identify […]

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Harvard-trained psychologist: 9 phrases people in healthy, thriving relationships don’t say
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Harvard-trained psychologist: 9 phrases people in healthy, thriving relationships don’t say

In functional romantic relationships, it’s psychologically healthy to feel a deep sense of belonging and attachment. However, becoming overly reliant on another person to feel whole, healed and secure is not only harmful to our wellbeing — it can damage relationships over time.  This behavior is often referred to in mental health circles as codependency. […]

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The Fed’s favorite inflation indicator increased 0.2% in July, as expected
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The Fed’s favorite inflation indicator increased 0.2% in July, as expected

Inflation edged higher in July, according to a measure favored by the Federal Reserve as the central bank prepares to enact its first interest rate reduction in more than four years. The Commerce Department reported Friday that the personal consumption expenditures price index rose 0.2% on the month and was up 2.5% from the same […]

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Alibaba jumps 4% in premarket after it completes three-year regulatory overhaul
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Alibaba jumps 4% in premarket after it completes three-year regulatory overhaul

The Alibaba office building is seen in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, Aug 28, 2024.  CFOTO | Future Publishing | Getty Images Alibaba has completed a three-year regulatory “rectification” process following an antitrust fine it received on charges of monopolistic practices in 2021, China’s market regulator said on Friday. Shares of Alibaba rose 4.37% at 07:24 […]

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This 29-year-old from one of London’s poorest neighborhoods became a millionaire after selling his influencer marketing firm
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This 29-year-old from one of London’s poorest neighborhoods became a millionaire after selling his influencer marketing firm

Timothy Armoo, co-founder and former CEO of Fanbytes. Timothy Armoo Timothy Armoo is a 29-year-old millionaire who became rich by selling his influencer marketing firm for eight-figures, but the young, Black entrepreneur had to beat the odds to find success. Armoo, the co-founder and former CEO of Fanbytes, hails from what was one of the […]

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Euro zone inflation falls to 3-year low of 2.2%, backing September rate cut case
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Euro zone inflation falls to 3-year low of 2.2%, backing September rate cut case

A woman takes a selfie photo, with the Eiffel Tower in the background, at Surcouf street in Paris, on July 23, 2024, ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.  Mauro Pimentel | Afp | Getty Images Euro zone inflation dropped to a three-year low of 2.2% in August, flash figures from statistics agency Eurostat showed […]

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Europe markets rise ahead of key inflation data
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Europe markets rise ahead of key inflation data

People cross a street in front the headquarters building of the European Central Bank (ECB) in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on June 5, 2024. Kirill Kudryavtsev | Afp | Getty Images LONDON — European markets were higher on Friday, the last trading day of August, as investors looked to key inflation data from across […]

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The Bank of Japan is certain to raise rates further. The question is when
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The Bank of Japan is certain to raise rates further. The question is when

TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 23: Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda attends a session in the financial affairs committee at the lower house of parliament on August 23, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.  Tomohiro Ohsumi | Getty Images News The Bank of Japan is widely expected to stick to its monetary policy tightening campaign as inflationary […]

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