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Foreclosures Skyrocket 20% As Trump Floats 50-Year Mortgages Foreclosures Skyrocket 20% As Trump Floats 50-Year Mortgages Foreclosures Skyrocket 20% As Trump Floats 50-Year Mortgages
Foreclosures Skyrocket 20% As Trump Floats 50-Year Mortgages Foreclosures surged in October, according to new data released as President Donald Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to solve the housing affordability crisis. New starts on foreclosures jumped 20% year-over-year in October, real estate analytics firm ATTOM said on Thursday, Nov. 13. The data counted 36,766 properties with foreclosure filings, a 3% rise from September and the eighth straight month of annual increases. ATTOM CEO Rob Barber said while foreclosures remain below historic highs during the subprime mortgage crisis of the late 2000s, homeowners continue to face a tou…

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by Chris Spiker
Arlington, VA
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Engine Stall Danger Triggers Massive Toyota, Lexus Recall: What To Know Engine Stall Danger Triggers Massive Toyota, Lexus Recall: What To Know Engine Stall Danger Triggers Massive Toyota, Lexus Recall: What To Know
Engine Stall Danger Triggers Massive Toyota, Lexus Recall: What To Know Toyota Motor Corporation is recalling more than 126,000 trucks and SUVs because their engines could stall while driving, raising the risk of a crash. The recall was issued for about 126,691 Toyota and Lexus vehicles, according to a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Thursday, Nov. 6. The issue affects 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra pickups, 2022-2024 Lexus LX SUVs, and 2024 Lexus GX SUVs equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and damage the main bearings. "This can lead to potential engine knockin…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Walmart Launches Early Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Tighten Holiday Budgets Walmart Launches Early Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Tighten Holiday Budgets Walmart Launches Early Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Tighten Holiday Budgets
Walmart Launches Early Black Friday Deals As Shoppers Tighten Holiday Budgets With more Americans bracing for a tighter holiday season, Walmart is about to debut its newest Black Friday schedule two weeks early. The first Walmart Deals Event will begin online and in stores on Friday, Nov. 14, and run through Sunday, Nov. 16. Walmart+ members will get five hours of early online access at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13. The second event will start on Tuesday, Nov. 25, and continue through Sunday, Nov. 30. Online-only deals will be available through Thanksgiving, then expand to physical stores on Friday, Nov. 28. Cyber Monday closes out the season with online-exclus…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Starbucks Baristas Launch Nationwide Strike On Red Cup Day: What To Know Starbucks Baristas Launch Nationwide Strike On Red Cup Day: What To Know Starbucks Baristas Launch Nationwide Strike On Red Cup Day: What To Know
Starbucks Baristas Launch Nationwide Strike On Red Cup Day: What To Know More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas are on strike during one of the biggest days for the coffeehouse chain. Starbucks Workers United launched an open-ended strike at around 65 locations in 40 cities on Thursday, Nov. 13. The walkout comes on Red Cup Day, a popular holiday tradition when Starbucks customers receive a free reusable red cup with any holiday beverage. Earlier in November, union members voted 92% in favor of the strike. The union says Starbucks has refused to offer proposals addressing pay, staffing, and hundreds of unfair labor practice charges. Un…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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'Grinch Economy' Stealing Holiday Cheer From Most Americans, Survey Finds: Here's Why 'Grinch Economy' Stealing Holiday Cheer From Most Americans, Survey Finds: Here's Why 'Grinch Economy' Stealing Holiday Cheer From Most Americans, Survey Finds: Here's Why
'Grinch Economy' Stealing Holiday Cheer From Most Americans, Survey Finds: Here's Why Most Americans are expecting the holiday season to feel a little less bright as economic conditions worsen for many families, according to a new survey. WalletHub released its 2025 Holiday Shopping Survey on Tuesday, Nov. 11. The personal finance website found that 65% of Americans say the "Grinch Economy" will make the holiday season "less fun." The survey showed that Americans are concerned about rising prices, President Donald Trump's tariffs, and shrinking paychecks. "People across the country are getting into the holiday spirit right now, just like clockwork, but the festive…

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National Interest
New Study Reveals Best Way To Stop Seagulls From Stealing Your Food New Study Reveals Best Way To Stop Seagulls From Stealing Your Food New Study Reveals Best Way To Stop Seagulls From Stealing Your Food
New Study Reveals Best Way To Stop Seagulls From Stealing Your Food If you're trying to keep your food away from seagulls at the beach, don't be so polite. Researchers from the University of Exeter found that shouting at gulls is far more effective at making them leave than calmly speaking to them. The British study was published in the journal Biology Letters on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The study looked at how 61 wild herring gulls on England's southern coast reacted in February and March to two recordings of men saying or shouting, "No! Stay away! That’s my food, that's my pasty!" The human noises were also compared to audio …

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by Chris Spiker
King of Prussia, PA
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First Netflix House Opens At King Of Prussia Mall With Immersive Fan Experiences (PHOTOS) First Netflix House Opens At King Of Prussia Mall With Immersive Fan Experiences (PHOTOS) First Netflix House Opens At King Of Prussia Mall With Immersive Fan Experiences (PHOTOS)
First Netflix House Opens At King Of Prussia Mall With Immersive Fan Experiences (Photos) Netflix fans can now step into the worlds of their favorite shows and movies at a mall near Philadelphia. The first-ever Netflix House officially opened at the King of Prussia Mall on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The streaming giant transformed the former Lord & Taylor space into a two-story, 100,000-square-foot permanent venue with interactive attractions, themed dining, and exclusive merchandise. Netflix hosted an opening ceremony for its new attraction on Monday, Nov. 10, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Gov. Josh Shapiro attended the opening alongside c…

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Flight Chaos Won't Stop When Gov't Shutdown Ends, Airlines Warn: Here's Why Flight Chaos Won't Stop When Gov't Shutdown Ends, Airlines Warn: Here's Why Flight Chaos Won't Stop When Gov't Shutdown Ends, Airlines Warn: Here's Why
Flight Chaos Won't Stop When Gov't Shutdown Ends, Airlines Warn: Here's Why Air travel disruptions are expected to continue for days, even if Congress ends the record-long federal government shutdown. There were at least 890 flight cancellations and 789 delays nationwide as of 11:10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12, according to FlightAware. The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered airlines to cut up to 10% of their daily schedules at 40 major airports between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. The latest cancellations come hours before the House of Representatives is set to vote on a spending bill that would reopen the government through Friday, Jan. 30, ending th…

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Drexel Hill-Upper Darby, PA
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US To Mint Final Penny In Philadelphia After 238 Years: What To Know US To Mint Final Penny In Philadelphia After 238 Years: What To Know US To Mint Final Penny In Philadelphia After 238 Years: What To Know
US To Mint Final Penny In Philadelphia After 238 Years: What To Know The penny has officially run out of luck. After 238 years in circulation, the final one-cent coin will be pressed at the US Mint in Philadelphia on Wednesday, Nov. 12. According to CNN, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Treasurer Brandon Beach will oversee the minting of the last penny. Economists and lawmakers have proposed getting rid of the penny throughout the 21st century. They've cited the relatively high price of putting a penny in circulation, along with recent shifts toward digital payment methods and online banking. According to the US Mint, taxpayers spent $85.…

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by Chris Spiker
Albany, NY
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Google Sues Scammers Behind E-ZPass, USPS Texts Targeting Millions Google Sues Scammers Behind E-ZPass, USPS Texts Targeting Millions Google Sues Scammers Behind E-ZPass, USPS Texts Targeting Millions
Google Sues Scammers Behind E-zpass, USPS Texts Targeting Millions Scammers sending fake texts about unpaid tolls and stuck packages have fooled millions into giving up personal information, according to a new lawsuit. Google announced the federal lawsuit against a foreign cybercriminal group on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The tech giant accused the organization, largely based in China, of running a massive text-message phishing operation called "smishing" (SMS phishing) that impersonated services like E-ZPass and the US Postal Service to steal financial data. The suspected scammers used a phishing-as-a-service kit called Lighthouse to sen…

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