Unanimous Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion medication
The decision preserves access to a medication that was used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions in the United States last year.
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Number of Americans filing for jobless benefits jumps to highest level in 10 months
Though this week’s number seems relatively high, it’s still within a range that reflects a healthy labor market.
IndyCar moving to Fox Sports in 2025 after 16 seasons with NBC
Fox promised all the races would be broadcast nationally, as well as qualifying for the Indy 500.
Joey Chestnut to compete against ‘fiercest rival’ in Netflix competition
After organizers for Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest said Joey Chestnut wouldn’t compete this year because of a deal with a rival brand, Netflix swiftly announced a new hot dog-eating competition that will feature Chestnut against Takeru Kobayashi.
Grand Park considered as team training base camp site for 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced Wednesday that Westfield’s Grand Park Sports Campus was selected as one of 24 potential locations to serve as a team base camp training site during the early rounds of the 48-country soccer tournament that will be played in the United States, Mexico and Canada in June and July 2026.
Federal Reserve sees some progress on inflation, but envisions just one rate cut this year
The policymakers’ forecast for one rate cut was down from a previous forecast of three, likely because inflation, despite having cooled in the past two months, remains persistently elevated.
Southern Baptists narrowly reject formal ban on churches with any women pastors
Southern Baptists meeting in Indianapolis narrowly rejected a proposal Wednesday to enshrine a ban on churches with women pastors in the denomination’s constitution.
Inflation cooled slightly in May in sign price pressures might be easing
Federal Reserve officials, who will end their latest policy meeting later Wednesday, are scrutinizing each month’s inflation data to assess their progress in their fight against rising prices.
Waffle House raises worker pay after strikes, pressure from labor organizers
Waffle House CEO Joe Rogers III said wage increases will be paid for by higher menu prices. There are more than a dozen Waffle House locations in Indianapolis and surrounding communities.
Thousands of drivers file arbitration claims against Amazon for unpaid wages, other losses
Two law firms spearheading the action said about 15,860 Amazon Flex drivers have submitted arbitration claims with the American Arbitration Association, where 453 similar cases are already being litigated.
Joey Chestnut ‘gutted’ to be out of July 4 hot dog eating contest over brand dispute
Westfield resident Chestnut, the reigning champion of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, will not participate in this year’s event after signing a deal with a rival brand, organizers said Tuesday.
More than 10,000 Southern Baptists gather in Indy to debate banning churches with women pastors
On Wednesday, church representatives are expected to debate whether to amend their constitution to ban churches with any women pastors—from lead to associate roles. The measure received preliminary approval last year.
Federal watchdog investigates UAW president Shawn Fain, accuses union of being uncooperative
Fain, a Kokomo native, is under investigation by a court-appointed watchdog who has been working to stamp out corruption at the union in the wake of its stunning bribery and embezzlement scandal several years ago.
Led by Caitlin Clark, WNBA sees near-record attendance, record TV ratings
The first month of the WNBA season drew its highest attendance since the league’s second season in 1998 and the best television ratings in its history, the WNBA announced Tuesday.
Apple leaps into AI with array of upcoming iPhone features, deal with ChatGPT
Apple has jumped into the race to bring generative artificial intelligence to the masses, spotlighting a slew of features designed to soup up the iPhone, iPad and Mac. And it’s counting on OpenAI to make its often-bumbling virtual assistant Siri smarter and more helpful.
Lilly Alzheimer’s drug that can slow disease gets backing from FDA advisers
If the FDA agrees with the panel’s recommendation, the drug, donanemab, would only be the second Alzheimer’s drug cleared in the U.S. that’s been shown to convincingly slow cognitive decline and memory problems due to Alzheimer’s.
Apple expected to enter AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders
Apple’s next generation of software is expected to be packed with an array of AI features likely to make its often-bumbling virtual assistant Siri smarter, and make photos, music, texting a more productive and entertaining experience.
Inflation data this week could help determine Fed’s timetable for rate cuts
Chair Jerome Powell is likely to underscore at a news conference Wednesday that the policymakers will need to see several more months of low inflation readings before they would consider reducing their key rate.
Clark confirms she’s not on Olympic team, but it’s still a goal
Based on her inclusion in the U.S. national team pool, Clark could be chosen as an alternate if one of the 12 players is injured and can’t play.
Southern Baptists face fraught issues at annual convention in Indy
Messengers—as voting delegates are known—will vote on whether to establish a constitutional ban on churches with women pastors. They’ll hear a report—and get outside criticism—of their handling of sexual abuse among their clergy.