There is growing political pressure to limit or ban advertising of pharmaceuticals directly to consumers. Lawmakers from both political parties are introducing laws to restrict this type of advertising, and some states want to stop companies from deducting their advertising costs on taxes.
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Direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising means drug companies promote their medicines directly to people, not just doctors.
Both Democrats and Republicans are supporting new laws to reduce or ban this advertising.
Some states are looking at stopping drug companies from getting tax breaks for money spent on ads.
This advertising is seen as costly and potentially harmful by some lawmakers.
The proposed changes aim to reduce the influence of drug ads on public health decisions.
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Freedom 250 is a concert series planned to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Many musical artists who were scheduled to perform have decided not to take part, causing the event to face difficulties.
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Freedom 250 was created to mark the 250th anniversary of America.
The event planned to hold multiple concerts with well-known musical artists.
Most of the artists who were announced have withdrawn from the concerts.
The cancellations have disrupted the original plans for the celebration.
The reasons for the artists’ decisions have not been clearly stated in the article.
The event organizers now face challenges in moving forward with the concerts.
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Almost half of Americans say their financial situation is worse than a year ago, with many feeling less hopeful about improvements. Rising inflation and high gas prices are making it harder for people to manage money, even though job hiring is increasing.
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48% of Americans reported their finances were worse in May than the year before, the highest since January 2023.
Fewer households expect their financial situation to get better in the next year compared to those expecting it to worsen.
Inflation is rising, partly due to higher oil and gas prices influenced by the war in Iran.
The May Consumer Price Index is expected to show inflation at 4.2%, the highest in three years.
About 15% of Americans believe they might lose their jobs within a year, slightly above the average.
Confidence in finding a new job is at its lowest since December 2025.
Wages grew by 3.4% annually in May but inflation of 3.8% means people’s buying power is shrinking.
Credit card late payments are at their highest level since 2011, indicating more financial strain.
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A certificate of deposit (CD) is a savings account with a fixed interest rate that can help people earn more money safely. By depositing certain amounts for specific times, savers can make about $300 in interest within a year or a bit longer.
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CDs offer fixed interest rates that can be higher than regular savings accounts.
They are insured by the FDIC up to $250,000, protecting the money deposited.
Depositing $10,000 into a 9-month CD at 4% interest can earn about $298.52.
Putting $7,300 into a 1-year CD at 4.11% interest can yield $300.03.
A $4,800 deposit in an 18-month CD at 4.15% interest can return $301.88.
Longer terms usually mean the money is frozen for more time without access.
CDs can be a safer way to earn interest in an uncertain economic situation.
Using a CD calculator helps find the best deposit and term options for earning interest.
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The Federal Reserve is scheduled to meet next week amid growing questions about whether its previous interest rate cuts were a mistake. Inflation has risen faster than expected, and job growth has been stronger than anticipated, suggesting the economy may need higher rates rather than more cuts.
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Six months ago, the Fed cut interest rates for the third time in a row despite some officials disagreeing.
Since the cuts, job growth has increased significantly, and inflation has risen beyond the Fed’s forecasts.
Core inflation (excluding food and energy) rose from 2.8% to 4.1% annually in early 2026.
Overall inflation, including higher energy prices due to the Iran war, reached about 5.5% annually.
The unemployment rate has stayed steady at 4.3% for three months, with monthly job creation picking up again.
Some Fed officials believe the economy may not need lower rates and that inflation control is now the bigger concern.
The Fed may need to reconsider its current policy, possibly pausing rate cuts or raising rates to manage inflation.
Fed Governor Christopher Waller suggested keeping rates steady for now but is open to raising them if inflation expectations rise.
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David Sullivan is a billionaire businessman known for building his wealth through adult magazines, films, and related media. He co-owned the football club West Ham United and has faced allegations of sexually exploitative behavior, which he denies.
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David Sullivan was born in Cardiff in 1949 and studied economics at Queen Mary University in London.
He started his business career selling topless photos and adult magazines in the 1970s.
Sullivan became known as the "king of porn" for his success in the adult entertainment industry.
In 1973, he was fined for publishing obscene materials but continued to expand his business.
He co-owned West Ham United football club, holding a 38.8% share and served as joint chairman until recently.
A BBC Panorama and The Times investigation revealed allegations of sexually predatory behavior spanning decades.
Sullivan denies all allegations and called the investigation unfair.
He has a media, property, and publishing empire and lives in a large mansion in Essex.
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The cost of fuel for U.S. airlines has increased significantly over the past year, partly due to the ongoing war in Iran. In April alone, airlines spent nearly $6.5 billion on fuel, which is 78 percent higher than last year and more than 26 percent higher than the previous month.
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U.S. airlines’ fuel costs reached nearly $6.5 billion in April.
Fuel costs rose 26 percent from March to April.
Compared to last year, fuel costs increased by 78 percent.
The rise in fuel prices is linked to the war in Iran entering its 100th day.
Increased fuel costs affect airline operating expenses and ticket prices.
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics provided the fuel cost data.
The conflict in Iran has disrupted global oil supply and prices.
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NBC has canceled nine of its TV shows ahead of the 2026-27 season. The canceled programs include dramas, talk shows, and entertainment news shows, as the network changes its lineup.
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NBC canceled nine shows, including a Law & Order spinoff, a medical drama, and daytime shows.
Law & Order: Organized Crime ended after five seasons and 75 episodes.
The medical drama Brilliant Minds was canceled after two seasons despite good reviews.
Stumble, a one-season mockumentary about college cheerleading, was also canceled.
The Hunting Party crime drama was canceled after two seasons, with mixed critic and audience ratings.
The Kelly Clarkson Show will end after seven seasons and more than 1,000 episodes; Clarkson wants to spend more time with her children.
Access Hollywood will end after 30 years on air as part of a strategy to better match local TV station preferences.
Access Daily, a lifestyle and entertainment show related to Access Hollywood, is also ending.
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Nationwide building society nearly doubled its CEO Debbie Crosbie’s pay to £4.7 million for the year ending March 2026, mainly due to higher bonuses after acquiring Virgin Money. The increase has raised concerns about governance because members were not given a binding vote on the pay rise or the acquisition.
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Debbie Crosbie’s total pay rose 88% from about £2.5 million to £4.7 million.
Bonuses increased from £1.1 million to £3.2 million, including annual and long-term performance payments.
Her base salary went up 2.9% to £1.2 million in April 2026.
The CEO’s maximum potential pay was raised by 43% to up to £7 million after Nationwide bought Virgin Money.
Nationwide did not offer members a binding vote on the CEO’s pay raise or on the Virgin Money takeover.
The building society plans an advisory vote on Crosbie’s pay at its July annual meeting.
Nationwide employs about 26,890 staff, who will get an average pay increase of 3.8% starting July.
The society has more than 17 million members and over £377 billion in assets.
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A new report shows that more Americans are moving to cheaper places instead of following job offers. Rising housing and living costs in big cities are pushing people to move to more affordable areas, mainly in the Southeast and Southwest.
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58% of long-distance movers said affordability is the main reason for moving, compared to 28% who moved for jobs.
Most popular destinations are in the Sun Belt, including cities in Florida, Tennessee, and the Carolinas.
Myrtle Beach-Wilmington area was the top destination for new residents for the fourth year in a row.
Los Angeles led the list of cities with the most people moving away for five years straight.
Florida doubled the number of cities popular for moves compared to last year, while Tennessee stayed steady.
Popular destinations often have affordable housing, lower living costs, good weather, and no state income tax.
Some cities popular with retirees include Sarasota, Phoenix, Boise, and Dover.
California has seen nearly 10 million people move out to other states since 2010, while just over 7 million moved in.
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Severance pay is money given by an employer after a job ends to help cover living costs until a new job is found. However, if you owe unpaid debts, this money might be taken to pay those debts through a process called wage garnishment or a bank levy. Whether severance pay can be taken depends on how it is paid and the laws in your state.
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Severance pay is meant to help people after job loss by providing temporary financial support.
Wage garnishment lets creditors take part of your paycheck to pay off debts if they have a court order.
Severance paid like regular wages can be garnished, usually up to 25% of disposable earnings, to leave enough money for basic needs.
A lump-sum severance payment can be taken through a bank levy, which has fewer protections than wage garnishment.
State laws vary; some states limit wage garnishment for debts, but exceptions exist for things like child support, taxes, and student loans.
If severance pay is at risk, it may mean debt problems are serious and considering debt relief options could help.
Debt settlement involves negotiating with creditors to reduce payments when you face financial hardship.
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The UK financial regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), is suing Neil Woodford and his company W4.0 for giving investment advice without permission. Woodford had previously been banned from managing funds after his large investment fund collapsed in 2019 due to bad investment choices.
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The FCA has started legal action to stop Neil Woodford and W4.0 from offering investment advice.
W4.0 is a company registered in the United Arab Emirates.
The FCA claims Woodford and W4.0 are giving regulated financial advice and promotions through a subscription website without FCA approval.
Woodford was banned in 2023 from senior financial roles after his equity fund failed.
His fund was once worth over £10 billion but lost money due to poor investments and hard-to-sell private companies.
The fund was suspended and later shut down, returning less money to 30,000 investors.
Woodford and his company were fined £46 million by the FCA in 2025.
Woodford launched W4.0 last year, offering investment strategies via subscription to individuals.
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CBS Mornings Deals offers special discounts on products that aim to improve daily life. Viewers can visit cbsdeals.com to access these deals and make purchases.
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CBS Mornings Deals presents items with exclusive discounts.
The deals focus on products to help improve everyday lifestyle.
Customers can find the offers by visiting cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns a commission from purchases made through the website.
The discounts are featured during the CBS Mornings program.
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Australia has installed a lot of rooftop solar panels on homes, but commercial and industrial buildings have fewer installations despite using more electricity. A new report says businesses should use more solar power to help the country reach its clean energy goals and close coal plants.
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Australia has 22 gigawatts (GW) of solar panels on homes but only 5.6 GW on businesses and industry.
Businesses use more electricity than households but have installed less rooftop solar.
Commercial solar can be added faster than big solar farms because it needs less planning and no new power lines.
Rooftop solar on homes equals the power output of the coal plants now on the grid.
Barriers for business solar include rented buildings, unclear electricity cost structures, and slow permission processes.
Businesses’ solar systems are often too big for home incentives and too small for big project support.
Experts suggest new government programs and better electricity pricing rules to encourage business solar adoption.
Victorian opposition proposes “urban solar parks” on commercial roofs to generate and store energy near where it’s used.
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Hiring rates have dropped by nearly 5% compared to last year, according to LinkedIn's recent workforce report. Career expert Catherine Fisher offers advice on how job seekers can improve their chances of getting hired, including using artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the job application process.
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LinkedIn's workforce report shows a decrease in hiring rates by almost 5% year-over-year.
Catherine Fisher is a career expert featured by CBS News.
Job seekers face challenges in breaking into the job market currently.
Using AI can help applicants improve their job applications.
The advice aims to help people stand out to employers in a competitive market.
The article highlights trends and strategies in modern job searching.
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Meghan Markle’s company As Ever has had nearly 400,000 visitors from the U.S. since January 2025, but data showed it had over 650,000 items in stock, leading to questions about sales. There is no official sales data, and opinions on the business’s success vary, while sources say it has exceeded expectations, especially during the holiday season.
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Meghan Markle launched As Ever in 2025, alongside her Netflix series With Love, Meghan.
In January 2025, a website flaw revealed As Ever had about 650,190 items in stock, worth an estimated $21.8 million.
Some items, like raspberry jam, had sold out, but many products, such as flower sprinkles and candles, remained in large quantities.
The website flaw allowed online users to see inventory by attempting to add large numbers of items to their shopping carts.
From January to May 2025, the As Ever website had about 392,114 U.S. visitors, less than the total inventory.
As Ever only ships products within the U.S.
A source close to As Ever said the business has done better than expected and that some negative opinions come from bias.
Meghan and Prince Harry have faced pressure to stay relevant to U.S. audiences after recent projects lowered their popularity.
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As the 2026 World Cup approaches, hiring in the US service industry is increasing. However, rising prices from inflation and higher FIFA fees are causing worry among local businesses about the economic benefits of the event.
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The 2026 World Cup is planned to take place in the US and other North American countries.
US service businesses are hiring many new workers to prepare for the event.
Inflation means that general prices for goods and services are rising across the US.
FIFA, the organization running the World Cup, has increased prices for hosting and related costs.
These higher costs may reduce the expected economic boost from the World Cup.
Local businesses fear they might not see the large financial benefits they had hoped for.
The situation creates uncertainty about how much the World Cup will help the US economy.
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Iran announced it is ending its military actions against Israel, which led to oil prices falling from recent highs and stock markets recovering in Europe. This news helped government bond prices rise and lowered interest rates on debts in the UK, US, and eurozone.
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Iran’s military command said it is stopping offensive operations after clashes with Israel.
Brent crude oil price fell from $98 a barrel to about $94.58 a barrel.
European stock markets moved from losses to slightly higher levels, shown by the Stoxx 600 index.
Government bond prices increased, causing yields (interest rates) in the UK, US, and eurozone to go down.
President Donald Trump asked both Iran and Israel to stop shooting immediately.
Nationwide’s CEO Debbie Crosbie’s pay nearly doubled to £4.7 million after a bonus scheme change.
Nationwide is asking its members to vote on the CEO’s pay report and board changes on July 13.
A recent tech stock sell-off was described by analysts as a needed market reset after strong gains.
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A federal judge criticized DOGE, a cryptocurrency, for having problems like arrogance, laziness, and ignoring important rules. The judge's comments highlight concerns about how DOGE operates in the financial space.
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Judge Colleen McMahon oversees cases in the Federal District Court in Manhattan.
She described DOGE with negative traits such as arrogance and laziness.
The judge said DOGE ignores established procedures.
DOGE is a type of cryptocurrency, a digital currency used for online transactions.
The criticism points to legal and regulatory challenges related to DOGE.
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Trader Joe’s has agreed to pay $7.4 million to settle a lawsuit about printing too much credit and debit card information on some receipts in 2019. Eligible customers who used cards at affected stores during that time can claim part of the payout, but they must file a claim by June 9.
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Trader Joe’s was sued for violating a law that limits how much card information can appear on receipts.
The receipts showed the first six and last four digits of card numbers, instead of just the last five as allowed.
Trader Joe’s denies wrongdoing but agreed to a $7.4 million settlement to avoid court battles.
About $3.86 million will be shared among eligible customers after fees and costs are paid.
Estimated payouts per person range roughly from $56 to $113, depending on how many claims are filed.
To be eligible, shoppers must have used a card at Trader Joe’s stores between March 5 and July 19, 2019, and received a receipt with the full card digits printed.
Approximately 757,663 unique card numbers are part of the settlement class.
Claims must be submitted by June 9 online, by mail, or by phone to receive money.
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