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Ample signatures collected for referendum to repeal private school funding law, organizers say 07/17/2024 02:07pm • OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Public school advocates say they have enough signatures to ask Nebraska voters in November to repeal a law that provides taxpayer money for private school tuition, marking the latest twist in a long-running fight with state lawmakers who have repeatedly opposed efforts to let vo Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' wrapped at this Georgia hotel. Soon, it'll be open for business 07/17/2024 11:40am • PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. (AP) — Two years ago, Francis Ford Coppola stopped at Georgia Film Academy on the hunt for apprentices for his upcoming film, " Megalopolis." Jordan Holifield, then a 23-year-old student, did a double-take when he saw one of the application questions — did he know how to disa White Sox rolling out concert-style posters in another crossover of art and Chicago sports 07/17/2024 11:00am • CHICAGO (AP) — Sitting in the middle of his All Star Press gallery in Logan Square, Zissou Tasseff-Elenkoff sees a Chicago that loves its art and sports. Murals and sculptures and statues. Football, baseball, basketball and more. It's only natural, he says, that they should all play together. “I Md. school board revives African American studies course 07/17/2024 07:59am • The Harford County Board of Education voted unanimously early Tuesday to restore an Advanced Placement course on African American studies, just weeks after canceling the class over concerns it lacked “positive narratives” and perpetuated “a narrative of victimhood.” The vote followed at l Synchrony: Q2 Earnings Snapshot 07/17/2024 06:04am • STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — Synchrony Financial (SYF) on Wednesday reported second-quarter earnings of $643 million. The Stamford, Connecticut-based company said it had profit of $1.55 per share. The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of eight analy Biden and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on issues in 2024's rare contest between two presidents 07/16/2024 08:04pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden and Donald Trump are two presidents with unfinished business and an itch to get it done. Their track records and plans on abortion, immigration, taxes, wars abroad — you name it — leave no doubt that the man voters choose in November will seek to shape the landscap Can You Make a Car Payment With a Credit Card? 07/16/2024 08:00pm • Most lenders don't accept credit cards for auto loan payments, but even if your lender does, you need to think twice before using that option. If you aren't careful, you could end up paying more than your original auto loan amount. 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Even in the best of times, your own finances may not be all that healthy, and there's always something around the corner that you're going to want or need to spend money on, from summer vacations to car repairs to back-to-school season to hos 7 of the Best Fidelity Bond Funds to Buy for Steady Income 07/16/2024 08:00pm • Bond funds are a cornerstone for many income investors, and many asset managers offer comprehensive fund screeners to help investors sift through their lineup. Fidelity is no exception. If you are specifically looking for a bond fund that pays steady income, there are a few key criteria to consider Campus Resources for International Students 07/16/2024 08:00pm • Navigating life at a U.S. college or university can be challenging for international students, and there typically are various campus resources that can help. From the counseling center to the student union, using available campus resources can create a more enriching educational experience. 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Instead, Vance was there to deliver wha Retail sales unchanged in June from May, underscoring shoppers' resilience 07/16/2024 03:29pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Shoppers paused their spending in June from May, defying economic forecasts for a pullback and proving their resilience in the face of an uncertain economy Retail sales were unchanged in June from May, after being revised upward to a 0.3% increase in May, according to the Commerce