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Rank map, news, and discussion for us inflation cooled slightly to 34 in july but prices still elevated the guardia. · United States · Snapshot day 2026-08-12

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   Inflation eases in July as gasoline and grocery prices fall

   Consumer prices in July were up 3.4% from a year ago — a smaller annual increase than in May or June. The news makes it less likely the Fed …

   NPR By Scott Horsley Lean left
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   US inflation eases as food and fuel costs cool

   Annual US inflation dipped to 3.4% in July, with food costs slowing and housing keeping prices slightly higher.

   BBC World Mixed / center
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   Here's the inflation breakdown for July 2026 — in one chart

   Costs remain elevated for consumers, however inflation is showing some signs of easing, economists say.

   CNBC Mixed / center
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   Key Russian Port Halts Grain Exports After Ukrainian Attack

   Three of Russia’s largest grain terminals in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk have halted operations after being damaged in a massive over…

   Bloomberg By Bloomberg News Mixed / center
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   White House construction project to cost almost $1bn

   The White House defended reports it planned to spend nearly $1bn on controversial construction projects.

   Al Jazeera Mixed / center
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   Trump administration to spend at least $900 million on White House construction projects: Report

   The Trump administration is expected to spend at least $900 million on White House construction projects that will be fueled in part by taxp…

   The Hill By Ashleigh Fields Mixed / center
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   Parents push for less YouTube, more books in schools

   Parent groups across the country are pressuring schools to rethink the rapid advancement of technology in the classroom, due to concerns ove…

   Christian Science Monitor By Stephanie Cook Broadhurst Mixed / center
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   Feel so busy you don't even realize you're busy? Try doing a time audit

   The exercise can help you identify what's wasting your time — and make room for what matters, says psychotherapist Niro Feliciano. Take a mo…

   NPR By Marielle Segarra Lean left
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   PM warned of Iran war impact on UK growth next year

   The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.

   BBC Mixed / center
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    Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner buy Los Angeles Lakers at a $12.5 billion valuation, source says

    Venture capital founder Joshua Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger acquire Mark Walter's stake in Los Angeles Lakers at valuation of more…

    CNBC Mixed / center
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    Iran Takes More Robust Military Stance With US Talks Frozen

    Iran has reorganized its military to be more aggressive abroad as talks on ending the war with the US remain mired in stalemate, a sign that…

    Bloomberg Mixed / center
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    Paramount Skydance mulls CNN sale amid antitrust merger challenge

    Paramount’s legal officer hints at CNN sale as 12 states, led by California, file lawsuit to block merger with WBD.

    Al Jazeera Mixed / center
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    Navy meets with USS Abraham Lincoln families over mental health worries

    Navy leadership has reportedly met with the family members of sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier over worries that the …

    The Hill By Ellen Mitchell Mixed / center
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    As US small colleges close, towns can struggle. In Vermont, one turned the page.

    Small, private colleges in the U.S. are closing more often, depriving communities of resources and people. One Vermont town has a solution t…

    Christian Science Monitor By Olivia Fletcher Mixed / center
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    Nuclear power push ramps up uranium mill — and tribal health concerns

    Federal efforts to revive uranium mining in the West and decrease reliance on Russian uranium raise concerns about drinking water for tribal…

    NPR By Melissa Bailey Lean left
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    Thousands of Canadians call for US ambassador's expulsion

    An online petition accusing Pete Hoekstra of diplomatic interference in Canadian domestic affairs has garnered more than 60,000 signatures.

    BBC World Mixed / center
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    S&P 500 rises after tame inflation data; AI-related shares jump: Live updates

    Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

    CNBC Mixed / center
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    Thousands sign petition calling for expulsion of US ambassador to Canada

    More than 60,000 Canadians are backing an effort to remove U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra from the country, accusing him of undermining relat…

    The Hill By Finya Swai Mixed / center
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    With Middle East still at war, three regional powers ink a new alliance

    The Saudi-Turkish-Pakistani compact is a response to the prolonged Iran war, an Israel perceived as seeking hegemony, and the failure of oth…

    Christian Science Monitor By Taylor Luck Mixed / center