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Mortgage Rates Surge Past 7.45%, Hitting Highest Level Since April 2024

Thirty-year fixed mortgage rates have jumped sharply to 7.45%, marking the steepest climb in months as bond yields soar and the already-frozen housing market faces another crushing blow.

McDonald's Stock Plunges 30% as Price Inflation Triggers Historic Consumer Backlash

McDonald's faces its worst market rout in years as cost-conscious diners revolt against Big Mac inflation, forcing the fast-food giant to combat a sagging stock price and recapture lost revenue.

Anthropic's Dario Amodei Urges UN to Establish Global AI Safety Standards Amid US Resistance

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei joined tech leaders in calling for international AI governance at the UN Security Council, but the US rejected proposals for binding global safety standards.

Cincinnati Reds Retain GM Nick Krall Amid Mounting Questions About Front Office Competence

The Reds ownership unexpectedly confirmed Nick Krall's return as general manager despite the franchise's continued struggles against division rivals, sparking widespread debate about organizational direction.

Wisconsin Voters Face Three Constitutional Amendments Reshaping Religion, Taxes, and Power

Wisconsin's November ballot includes three statewide referendums that could fundamentally alter the state constitution on religious protections, gubernatorial authority, and taxation—sparking intense debate over public safety and governmental power.