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Fed's Hammack Warns Higher Rates May Be Needed to Curb Inflation Mindset
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack says tighter monetary policy may be required to prevent an entrenched inflationary psychology from taking hold.
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How a $17/Hour Garden Job Restored One Worker's Sense of Purpose
After a layoff left her feeling invisible, Leslie Friday found unexpected fulfillment selling plants at a garden center while searching for her next role.
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What Pricing Homes in Bitcoin Reveals About the Dollar
Measuring real estate in bitcoin strips away inflation noise and reframes how Americans think about currency value and wealth.
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A Jersey Shore Street Lays Claim to Most Patriotic in America
A small Jersey Shore town is drawing attention for what locals call the most patriotic street in the country. Here's what makes it stand out.
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State Fairs as Cultural Barometers: Unity Proves Elusive
America's state fairs draw crowds seeking shared tradition, but finding common ground remains complicated. A look at what these gatherings reveal.