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Microsoft’s best day since 2008 leads US stocks, while inflation worries remain in the bond market

July 30, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Microsoft’s best day since 2008 leads US stocks, while inflation worries remain in the bond market

NEW YORK (AP) — A monster day for Microsoft’s stock following signals that its big spending on AI is translating into profits led a powerful rebound on Wall Street Thursday, while computer-chip companies regained some of their sharp […]

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Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to highest level in a year at 6.66%

July 30, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to highest level in a year at 6.66%

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose for the fourth consecutive week to its highest level in a year, another setback for prospective homebuyers hoping for a break from elevated home loan borrowing costs. The […]

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Oil prices jump, while the Dow drops more than 1,100 as sinking AI stocks drag Wall Street lower

July 29, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Oil prices jump, while the Dow drops more than 1,100 as sinking AI stocks drag Wall Street lower

NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices got back to jumping on Wednesday, while sinking technology stocks dragged Wall Street lower amid uncertainty about what the Federal Reserve will do to get high inflation under control. The S&P 500 fell […]

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Fed leaves interest rate unchanged but with 3 dissents as Warsh praises ‘good family fight’

July 29, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Fed leaves interest rate unchanged but with 3 dissents as Warsh praises ‘good family fight’

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve left its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday, although three officials dissented in favor of higher rates as the central bank wrestles with how to deal with persistently high inflation. […]

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US bans foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China over national security

July 29, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on US bans foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China over national security

HONG KONG (AP) — The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, in a move that targets China. Beijing quickly accused the U.S. […]

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Which continent is the home of the tsetse fly?

The tsetse fly is native to the continent of Africa, specifically inhabiting much of the tropical and sub-Saharan regions. 
  • Geographic Range: Found across about 38 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, spanning from West and Central Africa to East and Southern Africa. 

  • Habitats: They live in warm, humid environments like savannas, dense forests, and river valleys. 

  • Health Impact: They feed exclusively on vertebrate blood and serve as vectors for trypanosomes, which cause sleeping sickness in humans and nagana in livestock.

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How many dots are there on a die?

A standard single die has 21 dots (also called pips), and a pair of dice has 42 dots.

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Which fairy tale characters were originally goats?

The characters from a popular fairy tale who were originally goats are The Three Little Pigs.

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What's the name of the yoga pose that has you balanced on one foot, with the bottom of your other foot pressed against the inside of your thigh?

That is called the Tree Pose, or Vrksasana in Sanskrit. 
  • Focus: It builds strength in your legs, core, and ankles while helping your focus.

  • Placement: You can place your foot against your inner thigh or your lower calf.

  • Safety Tip: Avoid pressing your foot directly against the side of your knee joint to protect your knee.

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The Interstate Highway System is named for which president?

he Interstate Highway System is officially named for President Dwight D. Eisenhower.  Its official name is the Dwight D. Eisenhower System of Interstate and Defense Highways. 
  • The Law: Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, which funded and launched the massive project. 

  • The Inspiration: His views were shaped by a grueling 1919 military truck convoy across America and by seeing Germany's fast autobahn network during World War II.

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