On June 18, 2025, the Federal Reserve opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate within the 4.25% to 4.50% range, reflecting a…
June 2025
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June 22, 2024: Republican Senators Call for Military Budget Increase Amid Global Tensions On June 22, 2024, Republican senators intensified calls for…
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Energy and Economy
U.S. Economy Shows Modest Decline in Q1 2025 While Clean-Energy Investments Surge
The first quarter of 2025 presented a contrasting picture for the U.S. economy—one marked by a modest GDP contraction but offset by…
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In a razor-thin vote on May 22, 2025, House Republicans succeeded in passing a sweeping reconciliation package that extends key elements of…
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On June 21, 2025, World Music Day swept across the United States with a symphony of community-driven events, echoing from large cities…
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Across the United States, communities gathered on June 21, 2025, to honor Juneteenth, continuing a week of celebrations that emphasize freedom, cultural…
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Energy and Economy
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady, Signals Potential Cuts Amid Mixed Economic Signals
At its June 19–20 policy meeting, the Federal Reserve chose to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% to 4.50%, marking…
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As American households prepare for a hotter-than-average summer, a growing number are grappling with steeply rising utility bills. In 2025, the average…
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In a recent address, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell described the current state of the U.S. economy as a “foggy time,” acknowledging…
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Over the course of June 19 to 20, 2025, the United States experienced short-lived disruptions in radio and GPS systems following a…