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The economy slowed a bit -- but Americans continued to spend
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Inflation remaining stubbornly high, U.S. economy grows sluggish 1.5% in 2nd quarter
Inflation remained above the central bank's 2% target at a time when Americans are frustrated about the high cost of living ahead of the midterm elections...
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Drought declared across whole of Wales as conditions 'deteriorate'
Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to th...
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Hundreds of jobs to go at Jaguar Land Rover
The car giant says it expects fewer than 300 people will lose their jobs. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers to t...
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US economic growth slows to 1.5% in second quarter
The economy grew at an annual rate of 1.5% in the three months to June, down from 2.1% seen in the previous quarter. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian - Polish PM
The unidentified object caused a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine dur...
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Shell profits double as oil prices rise due to Iran war
Disruption to global supplies of oil and liquid natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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SA council issues 12pc rate hike amid questions over 'missing' $4.5m
Peterborough District Council charges the highest rates in SA, but it is not sure how it will pay back millions of dollars that were "redirected" from a w...
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National Theatre to mark 50 years on South Bank
A free outdoor installation will tell 50 stories from the theatre's half-century in October. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainmen...
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There's something else Neil the seal wrecked in Tasmania — the council's bank account
The social media sensation, famous for loathing bollards, has returned to the ocean for another year. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Austr...
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Human tissue collected for biobank in fight against bowel cancer in young people
Sunshine Coast researchers are building a 'biobank' of human tissue, as they investigate the increase in young people being diagnosed with bowel cancer. N...
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I dropped out of university and built five beauty businesses. Here's how I did it
Marcia Kilgore, founder of Beauty Pie, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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Interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England
It would be the fifth hold in a row, with the Bank rate standing at 3.75% - the lowest since February 2023. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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News Wrap: Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, but some vote for increase
In our news wrap Wednesday, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but three Fed officials voted in favor of raising rates amid ongoing inflation...
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The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Live: Wall Street sinks after a divided Fed keeps rates on hold, ASX set to fall
It was a wild night on Wall Street with all key indices closing sharply lower after the Fed kept rates on hold. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC...
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Pharmaceutical company bows to pressure, offers lifesaving drug for free
Breast cancer patients were considering removing their ovaries until the maker of Zoladex 3.6mg said they would give the drug away rather than list it on...
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Drug company backdown sees lifesaving cancer treatment offered for free
Breast cancer patients were considering removing their ovaries until the maker of Zoladex 3.6mg said they would give the drug away rather than list it on...
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'We are rescuing unpicked blackberries'
Low-income households will benefit from blackberries being collected, a community group says. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business an...
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Charities unable to pay staff after fraud alert
Security fears saw CAF Bank, which serves 14,000 UK charities, suspend its online banking portal. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...
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US interest rates held for fifth time in a row
The Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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The likelihood of the RBA raising interest rates has fallen. Have we finally come to our senses? | Greg Jericho
The latest inflation figures have put off the expectation of another rate rise until early next year – unless we look for an excuse for the RBA to move ea...
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Free-range, organic and ‘hormone-free’: what do Australian supermarket chicken labels mean?
Australians consume more chicken than any other meat but packaging can be confusing. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and link...
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WATCH LIVE: Fed chair Warsh holds news conference after latest interest rate decision
Federal Reserve policymakers are losing patience with inflation, but they may not be ready to turn their frustration into action -- not this week anyway....
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Is AI facing a big financial reckoning?
Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading. Newsiline summarises this r...
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Middle-earners 'struggling' over schools bonus cap
A mum says not getting the back to school bonus is a "kick in the teeth" for working parents just above the income threshold. Newsiline summarises this re...
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UN warns West Bank settler violence hits ‘all-time high’ as calls grow to end occupation'
Violence in the occupied West Bank is worsening as the Israeli Government continues to approve new settlements, while settlers and Israeli security forces...
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The Federal Reserve faces a critical decision on interest rates
Policymakers at the Federal Reserve are meeting to discuss interest rates Wednesday. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to t...
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More Americans are going bankrupt. What does that mean?
The bankruptcy rate has risen about 48% between 2022 and 2025, although it's still below pre-pandemic levels. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR Ne...
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1975: The world's first shop for left-handers
A London shop selling goods designed for left-handed people was doing a brisk trade. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links r...
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Taiwan to stop buying PNG gas on spot market over 'One China' spat
Taiwan suspends some liquefied natural gas purchases from Papua New Guinea as part of an escalating diplomatic dispute over the future of its representati...
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How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool
Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bus...
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'Why we are rescuing unpicked blackberries'
Low-income households will benefit from blackberries being collected, a community group says. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business an...
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‘Dodged a bullet’: inflation eases to 3.8%, reducing chances of interest rate rise for Australia’s mortgage holders
ABS data shows inflation still too high but tracking lower than anticipated Australian mortgage-holders have “dodged a bullet’, with the Reserve Bank now...
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US school pauses humanoid robot plan after link with sexbot company raised
A school in rural upstate New York has puts its plans for a humanoid robot on hold, after concerns were raised about the maker's links to a company that p...
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Burnham has no scope to increase borrowing, think tank warns
The Prime Minister has announced a series of cost-of-living measure since taking office but is facing questions about how he will fund them. Newsiline sum...