Charitable giving was up in 2024, according to new Giving USA report
Strong performance by companies, particularly in the tech sector, pushed corporate giving up 6%, to a record amount.
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Federal Reserve’s Bowman says rate cut should be on table in July
Michelle Bowman, who was appointed to the Fed’s board of governors by Donald Trump in 2018, is the second high-profile official to express support for a potential July cut in as many days.
Game 7 between Pacers, Thunder draws largest NBA Finals audience in 6 years
The seven games of the series were the most-watched television broadcasts since the first week of May.
Bright future for Pacers becomes much cloudier because of Tyrese Haliburton’s injury
Getting back might take some time after team officials confirmed Monday that the two-time All-Star tore his right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, an injury that could cost Haliburton all of next season.
Compass files lawsuit against Zillow over private home listings policy
Compass alleges that the ‘Zillow Ban’ was enacted to prevent rivals from competing against it and reduces homeowner choice.
Health insurers promise to improve coverage reviews that prompt delays, complaints
UnitedHealthcare, Indianapolis-based Elevance Health, CVS Health’s Aetna, Cigna and more than 40 other insurers say they plan to reduce the scope of health care claims subject to prior authorization.
Nations react to US strikes on Iran with many calling for diplomacy
Several close U.S. allies urged a return to the negotiating table following American strikes on Iran that fueled fears of a wider conflict, while noting the threat posed by Tehran’s nuclear program.
Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton suffers Achilles tendon injury, father says
Haliburton was outside the locker room at the end of the NBA Finals, a walking boot on his right leg, standing on crutches, greeting his teammates as they came off the floor at the end of their season.
US inserts itself into Israel’s war against Iran with strikes on 3 Iranian nuclear sites
Countries around the globe are calling for diplomacy and no further escalation.
After big win by Pacers over Thunder, all eyes turn to Game 7 in NBA Finals
A back-and-forth title matchup will end on Sunday night with an ultimate game, the first winner-take-all contest in the NBA Finals since 2016.
Purdue Pharma’s $7B opioid settlement plan in judge’s hands
Most of the money would go to state and local governments to address the nation’s addiction and overdose crisis, but potentially more than $850 million would go directly to individual victims.
Aflac finds suspicious activity on network that might affect personal data
Aflac said potentially impacted files contain claims information, health information, Social Security numbers and other personal information related to customers, beneficiaries, employees, agents and other individuals.
Canadian tariffs on US steel, aluminum could rise depending on trade talks, Carney says
Canada is the largest foreign supplier of steel, aluminum and uranium to the United States and has 34 critical minerals and metals that the Pentagon is eager for.
Some restaurants and servers oppose ‘no tax on tips’ budget proposal
The Independent Restaurant Coalition, which represents nearly 100,000 restaurant and bars, has appealed to Congress to reconsider the proposal, which is part of the president’s spending bill.
Pacers look to beat odds, extend NBA Finals to 7th game
It’s Game 6 of the NBA Finals, with the Oklahoma City Thunder leading the Indiana Pacers 3-2 in the title series. Game 6 is in Indianapolis and Game 7, if necessary, will be Sunday in Oklahoma.
Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for third time
The decision to keep TikTok alive through an executive order has received some scrutiny, but it has not faced a legal challenge in court—unlike many of Trump’s other executive orders.
United States resumes visas for foreign students, but demands access to social media accounts
The U.S. State Department said consular officers will be on the lookout for posts and messages that could be deemed hostile to the United States, its government, culture, institutions or founding principles.
UPDATE: Haliburton’s status still unknown for Pacers going into Game 6 of NBA Finals
Tyrese Haliburton is trying every treatment he can think of right now in order to help his strained right calf, a diagnosis that was confirmed by an MRI exam on Tuesday.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger, Walmart
FreshRealm, a large food producer with sites in California, Georgia and Indianapolis, is recalling products made before Tuesday.
Nippon Steel finalizes $15B takeover of U.S. Steel after sealing national security pact
The combined company will become the world’s fourth-largest steelmaker, and bring what analysts say is Nippon Steel’s top-notch technology to U.S. Steel’s antiquated steelmaking processes.