GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds

The U.S. economy expanded at an annual rate of 2% in the first three months of 2026, slower than forecasters expected but a rebound from weak growth in the previous quarter, new government data shows. Economists polled by FactSet had projected the nation’s gross domestic product — the total value of goods and services produced …

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Florida’s new congressional map clears key hurdle

Florida’s new congressional map clears key hurdle – CBS News Watch CBS News The Florida legislature passed a new congressional map proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. CBS News’ Jarred Hill reports.

LIV Golf future uncertain amid funding issues

LIV Golf used billions of dollars from Saudi Arabia to lure some of golf’s biggest names, but now it’s struggling to stay afloat. Tom Hanson looks at the impact on golfers who left the PGA.

Activists say Israel intercepts part of Gaza aid flotilla off Greek coast, detaining crews

Activists trying to break Israel’s maritime blockade of Gaza said Thursday that Israeli forces intercepted 22 vessels of their flotilla near the Greek island of Crete and detained their crews. The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) said its vessels were “abducted,” with Israeli naval forces intercepting and boarding their boats. “After smashing engines and destroying navigation …

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What are today’s mortgage interest rates: April 30, 2026?

Mortgage interest rates have changed for borrowers in noticeable ways after this week’s Fed rate news. Ken Wiedemann/KenWiedemann/Getty Images The day on which a Federal Reserve meeting is held can hold a lot of importance for borrowers as the central bank’s decision on interest rates can cause borrowing costs to rise or fall. And that’s …

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