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Jailhouse letter adds wrinkle in case of mom accused of killing husband, then writing kids' book 09/22/2023 06:07pm • PARK CITY, Utah (AP) ��� Jailhouse writings by a Utah mother accused of killing her husband, then writing a children���s book about death, have led prosecutors to accuse her of trying to tamper with witnesses, an allegation that her attorneys say is baseless. A relative of Kouri Richins meanwhile we US education chief considers new ways to discourage college admissions preference for kids of alumni 09/22/2023 05:45pm • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� President Joe Biden���s education chief said he���s open to using ���whatever levers��� are available ��� including federal money ��� to discourage colleges from giving admissions preference to the children of alumni and donors. In an interview with The Associated Press, Educatio Stock market today: Wall Street closes its worst week in six months with more losses 09/22/2023 05:17pm • NEW YORK (AP) ��� Wall Street wheezed to more losses Friday as it limped to the finish of its worst week in six months. The S&P 500 slipped 9.94 points, or 0.2%, to 4,320.06 after a late-day swoon erased a modest gain it had held for most of the day. It capped an ugly slide caused by Wall Stree Ten Hag questioned about Man United player unrest and transfer dealings with his agent 09/22/2023 01:16pm • MANCHESTER, England (AP) ��� Erik ten Hag's second season at Manchester United is not going to plan. Three defeats in the Premier League already have left his team a long way off the pace at the top of the standings, while United's return to the Champions League ended in a 4-3 loss at Bayern Munich See How Average Student Loan Debt Has Changed 09/21/2023 08:00pm • Average student loan debt has been on the rise as families try to keep up with soaring college costs. Though 2022 college graduates who borrowed to pay for school took out, on average, $302 less in loans compared with the prior year, the average total student debt continues to hover near $30,000, ac How to Save $15 a Day 09/21/2023 08:00pm • Saving $15 a day might be easier than you think. It's a good idea, too, since having a savings account to fall back on if times get tough can give you peace of mind. Too many Americans don't have this safety net, however. A 2023 YouGov poll found that one in 10 U.S. consumers don't have any money in What Is APR on a Credit Card? 09/21/2023 08:00pm • When comparing credit cards, one of the key factors to consider is the annual percentage rate, or APR. Unlike with other types of loans, credit card APR is a bit tricky to understand since it's calculated differently. And there are different credit card APRs depending on the type of card activity. T 10 Best Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy for 2023 09/21/2023 08:00pm • The Federal Reserve finds itself between a rock and a hard place. It continues to fight high levels of lingering inflation. However, its higher interest rate policy threatens to cause a substantial slowdown in the economy, if not an outright recession, as key sectors such as housing and vehicles rol Is a 401(k) Worth It in 2023? Pros, Cons and Costs 09/21/2023 08:00pm • If your employer offers a 401(k) plan, contributing to it is an easy way to set aside funds for retirement. These accounts are designed for long-term saving and include some key advantages. However, you'll want to be aware of the potential downsides attached to a 401(k). Once you understand the pros How Panama Canal Supply Chain Issues Impact Shipping Stocks 09/21/2023 08:00pm • Products available in e-commerce stores, local marketplaces and other venues go through multiple stages of the supply chain to reach your front door. Any imbalances in this supply chain can prolong the delivery of goods and impact prices. Changes to the supply chain don't only impact the delivery of Business Highlights: Murdoch stepping down from CEO role at News Corp; S&P has worst day since March 09/21/2023 05:34pm • ___ Rupert Murdoch, whose creation of Fox News made him a force in American politics, is stepping down NEW YORK (AP) ��� Rupert Murdoch is stepping down as leader of both Fox���s parent company and his News Corp. media holdings. Fox says he will become chairman emeritus of both corporations. His son Biden aiming to scrub medical debt from people's credit scores, which could up ratings for millions 09/21/2023 04:54pm • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� Vice President Kamala Harris said Thursday that the Biden administration is taking the first steps toward removing medical bills from people's credit scores, which could improve ratings for millions of people. Harris said that would make it easier for them to obtain an auto loan Home sales fell again in August as homebuyers grapple with rising mortgage rates and prices 09/21/2023 12:46pm • LOS ANGELES (AP) ��� Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes fell for the third month in a row in August, as higher mortgage rates, rising prices and a dearth of properties on the market shut out many would-be homebuyers. Existing home sales fell 0.7% last month from July to a seasonally adjusted an The average long-term US mortgage rate edged up to 7.19% this week, slightly below its 2023 high 09/21/2023 12:11pm • LOS ANGELES (AP) ��� The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate edged up again this week, another setback for would-be homebuyers navigating an increasingly less affordable housing market. The average rate on the benchmark 30-year home loan rose to 7.19% from 7.18% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Ma Leeds goes back to CAS in latest transfer case with Augustin over $30M wage settlement 09/21/2023 11:56am • LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) ��� English soccer club Leeds is going to sport���s highest court for a second appeal case involving former striker Jean-K��vin Augustin, this time contesting a $30 million salary settlement in their dispute over a transfer deal during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Court of A