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US Independence Day 2024: Best cities for celebrating 4th of July. Here is list of 10 cities. Know in detail
WalletHub has published the list of best cities for celebrating the 4th of July. The cities were judged based on the number of affordable restaurants, average beer and wine prices, accessibility to fireworks and lowest share of fatal crashes. Know which city has topped the list.
10 most expensive cities for Expats
According to Mercer's 2024 cost-of-living data, half of the top 10 most expensive cities for international assignees are in Western Europe, with Switzerland hosting four of them. Nevertheless, it is cities in Southeast Asia that dominate the rankings, with Hong Kong and Singapore retaining the first and second positions, respectively.
Why is Singapore the world’s most expensive city?
A report by a Swiss bank has noted that Singapore is the world’s most expensive city. Hong Kong, London, Shanghai and Monaco are some of the other cities in the ranking.
Suspected Houthi attacks target a ship in Gulf of Aden and Israeli port city of Eilat
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched suspected attacks early Wednesday, targeting a ship near Aden in the Gulf of Aden and the Israeli port city of Eilat. A missile reportedly struck close to a merchant vessel off Aden, with no reported damage. Meanwhile, a drone incident occurred near Eilat, triggering Israeli air raid sirens. The Houthis, known for such attacks, have not claimed responsibility yet. Their ongoing campaign aims to disrupt shipping in the region, citing the Gaza conflict as a motive.
Cheapest homes under $200,000 in the US: These are the cities where you can buy them
According to various property dealing websites and realty consultants, there are still chances you might find homes worth $200,000 in different cities in the United States. Whether they will suit your requirements lies at your discretion but it's still worth a short, looking at the importance of real-estate investing in recent days.
World’s “Impossibly unaffordable” cities ranking: Five cities in the US
In a report released by a university in California which ranked cities based on their unaffordable real estate, five cities from the US are in the top 10 list. Four of these cities are from the state of California.
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US cities swelter as heat wave breaks decades-old records
US Heatwave: U.S. cities are breaking decades-old temperature records this week as a heat wave stretches from central to eastern portions of the country, the National Weather Service said on Tuesday, in what officials are warning could become a deadly weather event.
Tax parity for IFSC funds to help HNIs avoid US inheritance levy
Wealthy Indians can use GIFT City to avoid US inheritance tax on offshore investments. IFSCA is seeking tax parity for funds in GIFT City to attract HNI investors.
Is everything fine between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce? Why have they not been seen together since March? Inside story
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have not been seen together since March 12, 2024, when the pop diva performed in Paris and went to Lake Como, Italy.
JPMorgan, Citi scrap Fed rate-cut bets for July after jobs data
JPMorgan's chief US economist, Michael Feroli, stated in a report on Friday that "the recent momentum in job growth" indicates that the "broader" labor-market weakening, which the Fed mentioned could justify a rate cut, might take more than three months to materialize.
Modi oath-taking: Overseas Friends of BJP to celebrate PM Modi's third swearing-in across 22 US cities
Supporters of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are organizing celebrations in 22 US cities to mark his third swearing-in. Overseas Friends of BJP-USA is coordinating events in cities like New York, Washington DC, and Los Angeles. The group plans to strengthen India-US relations and advocate for voting rights for overseas Indians.
After Moscow, will terrorists attack cities in the US? This is what FBI Director has said
In a hearing before a Senate Sub-Committee, the FBI Director has warned of increasing terror threats and hate crimes in the US. This comes after the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas.
Incredible but true! Silver chain saves Colorado man from bullet. Know what exactly happened
A silver chain prevented a bullet fired at an individual from harming him. The bullet was lodged in the chain preventing any further entry into the body, thereby saving the victim.
This city tops list with most number of deadliest car accidents in US: Report
Memphis, a city in the state of Tennessee, has recorded the greatest number of car crashes in the US for the year 2022. In the list of top 10 cities with the most number of car accidents, 3 cities belong to the state of Florida.
Legacy issues behind us, PNB on right path to outperform its competition: MD Atul Kumar Goel
PNB, led by Atul Kumar Goel, achieved a 229% profit growth to Rs 8,245 crore in FY24. Initiatives like reducing NPAs, improving ROA, and expanding branches contribute to the bank's success.
9 LGBTQ Pride celebrations around the world worth traveling for
From New York City to Sydney, Pride events attract millions in support of LGBTQ rights. This June marks 55 years since the Stonewall Riots in New York City, a pivotal moment in the LGBTQ rights movement. Pride is a celebration of identity and love, with events often held in June to honor Stonewall. However, some international events occur at different times. Here are nine of the liveliest Pride festivals around the world.
Israel confirms its forces are in central Rafah in expanding offensive in the southern Gaza city
The Israeli military confirmed its forces are operating in central Rafah as part of their ongoing offensive in southern Gaza. Since the ground assault began on May 6, around 1 million Palestinians have fled the city, disrupting U.N. humanitarian operations. Despite U.S. President Joe Biden's caution against a full invasion, Israel's forces have advanced into most parts of Rafah, uncovering Hamas rocket launchers and tunnels. Many Palestinians now live in squalid camps, with around 300,000 remaining in the area amid continued clashes and shelling.
Dollar firms against peers ahead of inflation test
The dollar steadied against peer currencies on Friday after a downward revision to U.S. GDP for the first quarter suggested room for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates this year, while investors braced for a key inflation report.
Citi sees rupee a favorite in Asia as India joins key bond index
Citigroup Inc. remains positive on the Indian rupee's outperformance, citing strong fundamentals, a narrowing current account deficit, and growing expectations on inflows around India's inclusion in a global bond index.
Bearish trades crater fast in Wall Street’s high-momentum rally
Traders are betting against the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index, investing heavily in bearish exchange-traded funds (ETFs). However, their bets have not paid off as the index continues to rise, causing these bearish ETFs to plunge. One example is a bearish ETF that has dropped 20% in a month after receiving $500 million in investments at the start of the month. This situation highlights the risks involved in betting against a strong market trend.
Jennifer Lopez shuts down reporter probing into Ben Affleck divorce rumours
During a press event for the film "Atlas" in Mexico City, Jennifer Lopez and co-star Simu Liu firmly shut down a reporter who asked about rumors regarding her divorce from Ben Affleck. Affleck and Lopez, who rekindled their romance in 2021 after 20 years, have faced speculation about marital troubles. Lopez, alongside Liu, dismissed the question, with Liu stating, "We're not doing that." Lopez added, "You know better than that."
US stock changes push FX trades into Asia's 'twilight zone'
Asian money managers face disruption as U.S. stock settlement window shortens next week, requiring quicker fund validation in thin, volatile currency markets.
Donald Trump, without evidence, claims migrants in U.S. illegally 'building army' to attack Americans
At a rally in New York City's South Bronx, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made unsubstantiated claims that immigrants from Africa, the Middle East, and other regions are "building an army" to attack Americans from within. Speaking to a diverse crowd, Trump portrayed migrants as a violent threat, despite studies showing no higher criminality rates among immigrants. He pledged a massive deportation operation if re-elected, linking illegal immigration to economic challenges faced by Black and Hispanic communities.
Memorial Day in the U.S: Date, history, how to celebrate, what's open and what's closed; all you need to know
Memorial Day is a permanent federal holiday. Most banks' branches, including Bank of America, PNC, Truist, CitiBank and JPMorgan Chase, will remain closed on Memorial Day.
Oil prices fall on worries of higher US interest rates
Brent crude futures fell 27 cents, or 0.3%, to $81.63 a barrel at 0004 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) futures were down 35 cents, or 0.5%, at $77.14.
Are you eligible for monthly cheque of $500? All you may like to know about GRIT scheme
In an attempt to help the Tacoma families, the United Way of Pierce County and the City of Tacoma have joined hands to create the Growing Resilience In Tacoma (GRIT) experiment.
Dollar slips as market awaits key inflation data
The dollar slid versus most major currencies on Monday amid expectations key U.S. data this week will show a slowing pace of inflation and consumer spending at a time of recovering European economies that also could be bolstered by interest rate cuts.
Currency market calm as US inflation data holds focus this week
Markets have priced in a 61.2% chance of some degree of rate reductions to begin at the Fed's September meeting, with about 50 basis points of cuts in total expected, CME's FedWatch Tool showed.
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