Mortgage Rates Hover at 7.4%, Highest Since 2023

New York Times - Oct 15, 2026

The average 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage has steadily risen in recent weeks, compounding affordability challenges for many Americans.

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Shook Research Changes Name to Veritant After Forbes Scandal

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The company, known for its rankings of wealth advisers, sped up a rebranding after its founder acknowledged a secret $6 million payment to the top editor of Forbes.

The Fallout From the ‘Neocloud’ Wipeout

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Tesla Debuts 2026 Roadster, an EV Sports Car at Least $200,000

Oct 15, 2026

Tesla Debuts 2026 Roadster, an EV Sports Car at Least $200,000

Elon Musk’s company and other automakers, like Jaguar and Bentley, are trying to sell very expensive electric cars to people who usually prefer gasoline-fueled luxury and performance.

What Allegations of Spying at OpenAI Mean for the A.I. Industry

Oct 15, 2026

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The arrest of an OpenAI employee accused of planting a bug in an office of the artificial intelligence giant flags another concern for the industry.

AI giant Anthropic woos potential investors ahead of stock market debut

Oct 15, 2026

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It comes as some investors have become concerned about the amount of money being spent on AI infrastructure.

Families of Sailors Killed in Iran War Struggle for Compensation and Closure

Oct 15, 2026

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Attacks near the Strait of Hormuz have claimed the lives of at least 25 seafarers. Their survivors are reeling.

Chinese Carmakers, Once a Sideshow, Take Center Stage at Paris Motor Show

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At this week’s Paris Motor Show, there are no signs the influx of low-cost Chinese vehicles will slow despite European Union efforts.

Thousands of NI workers to get pay bump as Real Living Wage rises

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Graphics: China advances two-way opening-up of its financial markets

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