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Economy

July 19, 2026

Bozeman’s Yellowstone Effect: Rapid Growth, Soaring Rents, and a Rent Strike

Bozeman, Montana, has transformed from a quiet Western town into a magnet for wealth, prompting housing affordability concerns and a notable rent strike at...

Economy

July 18, 2026

The 2000s Digital Camera Trend Returns as Smartphone Fatigue Grows

A renewed interest in the 2000s digital camera is sweeping bars, festivals and family gatherings as nostalgia and smartphone fatigue push adults toward retro...

Economy

July 18, 2026

World Cup Spurs U.S. Consumer Spending in June, Bank of America Says

Bank of America Institute data show June consumer spending rose 6.3% from a year earlier, the strongest in over four years, with gains concentrated...

Economy

July 18, 2026

Gazundering Remains Rising Risk in England and Wales Housing Market

Gazundering, where buyers lower an agreed price just before contracts are exchanged, is increasingly affecting English and Welsh housing markets.

Economy

July 18, 2026

Guidance Sought as Jersey Families Reclaim Childcare Costs

Jersey’s childcare funding pilot is under review as families report issues with submitting receipts and access to reimbursements.

Economy

July 18, 2026

Debt Worries Haunt Norfolk Town as Universal Credit Share Surges

In Great Yarmouth, debt worries intensify as 29.1% of 16- to 65-year-olds rely on Universal Credit in March 2026.

Economy

July 18, 2026

Rural West Midlands Residents Back Heating Oil Protections Plan

Rural families in the West Midlands welcome CMA recommendations to align heating oil protections with grid-connected energy, amid rising prices and disputes.

Economy

July 17, 2026

Treasury’s Trump Coin Sparks Legal Questions as Semiquincentennial Gift Goes On Sale

The U.S. Mint plans a commemorative $1 coin featuring President Trump’s image, part of a broader push around the 250th anniversary.

Economy

July 17, 2026

FAA Restores Boeing’s Authority to Issue 737 Max and 787 Airworthiness Certificates

The FAA has restored Boeing’s authority to issue airworthiness certificates for the 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner, following eight months of aligned production quality...

Economy

July 17, 2026

China Signals Possible Return Of U.S. Trade Privileges For Hong Kong

China signals the U.S. could restore Hong Kong’s trade privileges as Washington confirms it will end the Hong Kong Normalization order.