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Federal Trade Commission Investigates Potential Risks of AI Companion Chatbots for Kids
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an inquiry into how the use of artificial intelligence chatbots by children and teenagers as companions might be...
U.S. Tourism Faces Steep Decline Despite Global Travel Growth
The United States is facing a sharp decline in tourism revenue in 2025, with losses potentially reaching close to $29 billion. This setback comes amid...
The Labor Market Shows Strain from Rising Tariffs
Soaring tariffs are casting a long shadow over U.S. economic growth, and the latest jobs report is adding fuel to concerns about where the economy...
Sluggish Job Gains Reflect Lingering Labor Market Uncertainty
The latest jobs report from the Labor Department paints a sobering picture of the American labor market. August saw just 22,000 new jobs added across...
The Impact of Falling Immigrant Labor on American Agriculture
In 2025, American farmers are facing serious challenges due to a sharp decline in immigrant workers, a trend that is upending labor availability and productivity...
Fewer Visitors Hit Las Vegas in 2025, Hotels and Businesses Feel the Chill
Las Vegas finds itself in unfamiliar territory as fewer travelers make their way to the city this year, with visitor numbers across 2025 showing their...
Americans Struggle with Rising Debt Across All Income Levels
Over the past six months, a growing number of Americans from all income levels are facing difficulties managing their debt, according to data from the...
Affluent Shoppers Jet to Europe for Luxury Goods in a Bid to Save on Tariffs
A growing contingent of well-heeled U.S. consumers is upgrading their vacation plans with a specific mission in mind: travel to Europe and return loaded with...
U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Reach Highest Level Since June
The number of Americans filing new jobless claims reached its highest level since June, signaling a potential shift in the U.S. labor market. For the...
Shein and Temu Set to Raise Prices Following End of Key Trade Exemption
Starting August 29, 2025, shoppers on popular online retail platforms Shein and Temu will likely face higher prices, a consequence of a significant change in...
