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Economy

Canada prepares retaliatory tariffs against United States

Canada prepares retaliatory tariffs against United States

  • PA Media - News

Canada was expected to announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday after relations deteriorated sharply on Monday. US President Donald Trump told Canadian leaders to “fall in line” or face consequences “far WORSE” than existing tariffs and Canadian Prime Minister Mark C…

US data-center boom radiates through factory supply chains

US data-center boom radiates through factory supply chains

  • Timothy Aeppel Reuters

There are signs the AI boom is helping lift the manufacturing sector; U.S. factories added 5,000 jobs in July.

Treasury's upsized buybacks may complicate Fed's policy work

Treasury's upsized buybacks may complicate Fed's policy work

  • Michael S. Derby and Ann Saphir Reuters

It generated questions over a push-pull between the Fed and the Treasury over influencing general credit conditions.

US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

  • David Lawder and Jacob Bogage Reuters

It drew fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments outstrip revenues.

Treasury Doubles Bond Buybacks as Bessent Moves to Calm Markets

Treasury Doubles Bond Buybacks as Bessent Moves to Calm Markets

  • Cheddar

The Treasury Department is doubling the size of its buyback operations for longer-term government debt.

Most Americans believe Trump inappropriately profited

Most Americans believe Trump inappropriately profited

  • Jason Lange and Bo Erickson Reuters

* Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 69% of Americans see Trump's business interests influencing presidential decisions * Half of Republicans, two-thirds of independents and nine in 10 Democrats hold that view

Treasury Yields Keep Climbing

Treasury Yields Keep Climbing

  • Benzinga - News

Long-term Treasury yields are rising as U.S. debt nears $40 trillion. Inflation, heavy bond issuance and Federal Reserve uncertainty are adding pressure.

Global Borrowing Costs Rise On Oil And Inflation Fears

Global Borrowing Costs Rise On Oil And Inflation Fears

    Long-term borrowing costs across some of the world's biggest economies have reached fresh highs amid concerns over inflation, government debt and rising investment in artificial intelligence

    AI job postings in US have doubled since 2023: research | AI jobs grow but gender gap widens

    AI job postings in US have doubled since 2023: research | AI jobs grow but gender gap widens

      Recent economic and labor market research reveals that artificial intelligence-related job postings across the United States have more than doubled since 2023, signaling an explosive acceleration in corporate AI adoption and hiring.

      World Liberty Wins OCC Nod

      World Liberty Wins OCC Nod

        World Liberty Financial received conditional approval for a national trust bank charter, advancing plans to issue USD1 and custody its stablecoin reserves.

        Swimming in debt, record numbers of Americans seek credit counseling

        Swimming in debt, record numbers of Americans seek credit counseling

          Household debt nationwide totals $18.8 trillion, the highest number on record, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

          Cash-Out Refi vs Unsecured Debt Consolidation Loan (Which Saves You More?)

          Cash-Out Refi vs Unsecured Debt Consolidation Loan (Which Saves You More?)

            Comparing a cash-out refinance versus an unsecured debt consolidation loan for high credit card debt? Learn how home equity, debt consolidation rates, interest rates, and loan terms may affect your debt relief strategy.

            50 best cities to raise a family

            50 best cities to raise a family

              Prep Your Back-to-School List Early to Stretch Your Budget

              Prep Your Back-to-School List Early to Stretch Your Budget

                Back-to-school season is almost upon us and planning your list ahead of time will help you keep expenses to a minimum and help you stay within your budget. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!

                Local News

                West Nile Virus detected in Dawson County mosquitos

                West Nile Virus detected in Dawson County mosquitos

                KEARNEY — West Nile Virus (WNV) has been detected in multiple mosquito pools in the Two Rivers Public Health Department district.

                25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

                25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

                A 25-year-old Lexington man has been arrested for first-degree sexual assault.

                ‘It’s hard work': Nebraska’s summertime rite of passage is quietly fading

                ‘It’s hard work': Nebraska’s summertime rite of passage is quietly fading

                For years, the number of Nebraska kids signing up for corn detasseling jobs has steadily shrunk as teen appeal of farm jobs dwindles.

                Wiley Canyon Ultra race hosts inaugural event Aug. 29 starting at Kirkpatrick Memorial Park

                Wiley Canyon Ultra race hosts inaugural event Aug. 29 starting at Kirkpatrick Memorial Park

                Prairie Sky Gravel, LLC, is set to debut the Wiley Canyon Ultra race in Lexington on Aug. 29.

                State & Regional

                Guitars, bowls and pens: Tavern's courtyard trees get new life

                Guitars, bowls and pens: Tavern's courtyard trees get new life

                From guitars to bowls to pens, woodworkers in Lincoln have found plenty of uses for the felled trees from the Tavern on the Square's courtyard.

                Nebraska Secretary of State certifies new political parties after high court rejects appeals

                Nebraska Secretary of State certifies new political parties after high court rejects appeals

                Soon after the Wednesday afternoon decision, Secretary of State Bob Evnen's office said the America First Party and the Working People Party both had been certified.

                Omaha man accused of stealing delivery van, leading troopers on pursuit near Seward

                Omaha man accused of stealing delivery van, leading troopers on pursuit near Seward

                A 24-year-old Omaha man was arrested near Seward after allegedly stealing a delivery van, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.

                Judge won't force Nebraska Democrats to name U.S. Senate candidate

                Judge won't force Nebraska Democrats to name U.S. Senate candidate

                "In sum, under the plain language of Nebraska State Statute 32-623, a political party has the discretion to fill a vacancy after a candidate declines their nomination," the judge ruled.

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                Crime

                25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

                25-year-old Lexington man arrested for sexual assault

                A 25-year-old Lexington man has been arrested for first-degree sexual assault.

                Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                A large police presence amassed Thursday evening and into early Friday morning near North 38th and Fort Streets in Omaha after a man allegedly fled police and entered a home, following a possible shoplifting incident at Westroads Mall.

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                A jury found Aristh Rodriguez-Linares guilty of manslaughter and two other felonies Wednesday in Dawson County District Court.

                Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                An Overton man is being charged with first-degree sexual assault after a Sunday incident.

                Politics

                Nebraska Secretary of State certifies new political parties after high court rejects appeals

                Nebraska Secretary of State certifies new political parties after high court rejects appeals

                Soon after the Wednesday afternoon decision, Secretary of State Bob Evnen's office said the America First Party and the Working People Party both had been certified.

                Judge won't force Nebraska Democrats to name U.S. Senate candidate

                Judge won't force Nebraska Democrats to name U.S. Senate candidate

                "In sum, under the plain language of Nebraska State Statute 32-623, a political party has the discretion to fill a vacancy after a candidate declines their nomination," the judge ruled.

                Nebraska part of 'landmark' $17B Meta settlement that adds safety features for young users

                Nebraska part of 'landmark' $17B Meta settlement that adds safety features for young users

                Nebraska will receive up to $201 million from its settlement with Meta. The social media giant may have to pay out up to $17 billion to numerous states. 

                Nebraska could get up to $201M of landmark $17.1B settlement with Meta

                Nebraska could get up to $201M of landmark $17.1B settlement with Meta

                Meta has agreed to implement a sweeping set of safety features designed to protect children on Instagram and Facebook.

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