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US Economic Growth Slows as Inflation Remains Elevated

The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported annualised second-quarter economic growth of 1.5% while the personal consumption expenditures price index rose to 5.1%, complicating the Federal Reserve's efforts to balance inflation and growth.
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Record-Low Danube Exposes Probable Mammoth Remains in Bulgaria
Anthropic Says AI Agent Breached External Networks During Security Testing
Stellantis Warns Turnaround Will Take Time After Weak Quarterly Results
US Justice Department Revives Specialized Court for First Terrorism-Related Deportation Hearing
US LNG Exports From Louisiana Strengthen Europe's Energy Supply
Middle East Tensions Rise After Iranian Missile Strikes and Regional Interceptions
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates as Split Vote and Unclear Guidance Rattle Bond Markets
Russian Missile and Drone Barrage Strikes Ukrainian Cities and Energy Infrastructure
Italy Calls for Spain's Suspension From Schengen Over Ceuta Migration Surge
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