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CFPB sues auto dealer for illegally locking cars, re-possessing vehicles, other shady activities 08/02/2023 06:27pm • NEW YORK (AP) — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Wednesday sued USASF Servicing, the financial arm of a chain of auto dealerships found mostly in the South, alleging the company committed a laundry list of illegal practices, like disabling borrowers' cars, double-billing customers, and Houston's pitchers rave about Maldonado after the veteran catches third no-hitter 08/02/2023 05:57pm • HOUSTON (AP) — When Martín Maldonado caught Framber Valdez’s no-hitter for the Houston Astros against the Cleveland Guardians, it gave him three no-hitters in his career, tying him for third-most in MLB history. It’s no surprise to anyone associated with the Astros that Maldonado's been behin The US government's debt has been downgraded. Here's what to know 08/02/2023 05:26pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Late Tuesday, Fitch Ratings became the second of the three major credit-rating firms to remove its coveted triple-A assessment of the United States government's credit worthiness, a move that spurred debate in Washington about spending and tax policies. Fitch cited the federal g How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 8/2/2023 08/02/2023 04:15pm • Wall Street tumbled to its worst day in months as its torrid rally that critics called overdone lost more momentum. The S&P 500 fell 1.4% Wednesday for its sharpest drop since April. It was the index’s second straight loss after hitting a 16-month high last week. The Dow lost 1%, and the Nasd To boost donations to nonprofits, Damar Hamlin encourages 'Donate Now, Pay Later' service 08/02/2023 03:03pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Damar Hamlin will expand his efforts to promote charitable giving by supporting a company that allows donors to give to nonprofits immediately, while actually paying later — the Buffalo Bills safety's latest move to direct the outpouring of support he received after collapsing on Marta leaves the Women's World Cup with Brazil's group-stage exit, but her legacy lives on 08/02/2023 12:22pm • MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Before leaving the Women’s World Cup as a player for the sixth and last time, Marta embraced Jamaica captain Khadija “Bunny" Shaw. The Reggae Girlz had just sent Brazil and Marta home by holding them to a 0-0 draw Wednesday night, and Shaw shared emotional words wi How much time do you need for an international layover? 08/02/2023 10:28am • Most airlines recommend arriving at least two hours before domestic flights and at least three hours before international flights. But do you need that much time for connections between international flights? Layovers of just 30 minutes can be feasible for domestic flights, especially at small airpo Colony Credit: Q2 Earnings Snapshot 08/02/2023 09:11am • NEW YORK (AP) — NEW YORK (AP) — BrightSpire Capital, Inc. (BRSP) on Wednesday reported a second-quarter loss of $7.5 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier. On a per-share basis, the New York-based company said it had a loss of 6 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-rec Back-to-school shopping could lead to more credit card debt 08/01/2023 09:19pm • As families hit shopping malls for back-to-school supplies, credit card balances have been rising as a result, according to a new survey from the financial information site CNET Money. High prices are having an impact, with 85% of respondents saying inflation and rising consumer costs would impac 7 Best Vanguard Bond Funds to Buy 08/01/2023 08:00pm • Does your investment portfolio's level of volatility keep you awake at night? If so, you may want to consider an allocation to bonds. Aside from a dismal year in 2022 as interest rates rose sharply, bonds have historically played an important role in portfolio management. Due to their lower correlat Vikings give their backfield to Mattison, seeking efficiency on the ground and against the cap 08/01/2023 07:41pm • EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The market devaluation of running backs across the NFL moved this summer from a trend to a bitter clash between the best players at this punishing position and the clubs unwilling to commit to them. The Minnesota Vikings recently stepped out of the contract conflict zone by rel Fitch downgrades US credit rating, citing mounting debt and political divisions 08/01/2023 07:13pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Fitch Ratings has downgraded the United States government's credit rating, citing rising debt at the federal, state, and local levels and a “steady deterioration in standards of governance” over the past two decades. The rating was cut Tuesday one notch to AA+ from AAA, the Fitch downgrades its credit rating on the US citing growing debt and ‘deterioration in standards of governance’ 08/01/2023 05:42pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Fitch downgrades its credit rating on the US citing growing debt and ‘deterioration in standards of governance’. Chargers' J.C. Jackson remains guarded yet optimistic that he will be ready for the opener 08/01/2023 05:41pm • COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — J.C. Jackson knows what it is like to fall short of expectations, especially when recovering from an injury. That is why the Los Angeles Chargers cornerback is trying to take things in stride as he works his way back from last season's knee injury. After not starting trai Saints receiver Michael Thomas to those who doubt his comeback: 'I like it' 08/01/2023 05:33pm • METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Saints receiver Michael Thomas is encouraging NFL defensive backs, analysts and fans alike to freely express any doubts they may have about whether he can regain the record-setting form of his last healthy season in 2019. Doubters are “good for the game,” Thomas said after