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Today’s mortgage rates represent a genuine improvement from the recent highs we’ve seen. Andrew Yalansky/Getty Images After weeks of rampant market turbulence, mortgage rates are finally showing signs of easing. The 30-year mortgage rate has dropped to its lowest point in recent weeks, marking a meaningful shift from where it stood just days ago. The …
The federal government has agreed to officially restore the Pride flag that was removed from the Stonewall National Monument in New York’s Greenwich Village. The move marks a reversal by the Trump administration, which had the flag removed back in February. It comes on the heels of a lawsuit brought by several nonprofit groups against …
Washington — The Department of Homeland Security has ordered thousands of furloughed employees back to work, according to internal emails obtained by CBS News, even as most of the agency technically remains shut down and unfunded by Congress. The directive, which was issued to employees at DHS agencies like the Federal Emergency Management Agency and …
McDonald’s is giving its beverage lineup a jolt, adding “refreshers” and “crafted sodas” to its menu. The new offerings will appear on menus starting in May, while the fast-food giant will also introduce energy drinks later this year, a spokesperson told CBS News. “Our fans’ love for McDonald’s beverages runs deep, from rallying for the …
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer …
Looking to blow off steam? Try a scream club. – CBS News Watch CBS News A growing club aims to give people a way to let off some steam by sharing in a scream. Bradley Blackburn spoke to its founders about why they think shouting out can be a boost for mental health.
NEW YORK (AP) — Sid Krofft, the Canadian-born entertainment wizard who teamed with his brother and fellow puppeteer Marty Krofft to create such cult favorites as children’s 1960s TV show “H.R. Pufnstuf,” has died at age 96. Krofft’s death, which came three years after the death of Marty Krofft, was announced on Instagram by his …
Colombian officials on Monday authorized a plan to cull dozens of hippos roaming freely through a region in the center of the country, where they threaten villagers and displace native species years after notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar brought in the first ones. Environment Minister Irene Vélez said previous methods to control the population of …
Texas Tech University System’s chancellor on Friday ordered campuses to phase out academic programs “centered on” sexual orientation and gender identity — a dramatically expanded policy that also places limits on what can be researched and which faculty can be hired. Chancellor Brandon Creighton’s memo gives provosts until June 15 to identify targeted programs and …
NEW YORK, April 13 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has agreed to restore the rainbow pride flag to the Stonewall National Monument, which marks the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement in New York City, according to a proposal settlement filed in court on Monday. The National Park Service, the federal agency …