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US applications for jobless benefits fell below 200,000 last week

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

WASHINGTON — Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week with layoffs remaining low despite a weakening labor market. U.S. applications for jobless claims for the week ending Dec. 27 fell by 16,000 to 199,000 from the previous week’s 215,000, the Labor Department reported Wednesday. Analysts surveyed by the data firm FactSet forecast 208,000 new […]

France defends decision to grant George Clooney and his family French citizenship amid criticism

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

Actor George Clooney and his wife Amal Clooney were granted French citizenship because “they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France’s international influence and cultural outreach,” the French government said Wednesday, defending their naturalization that was questioned by a junior French minister. The naturalizations of the Kentucky-born star of the “Ocean’s” series of heist movies, his wife […]

Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to the lowest level of the year at 6.15%

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell to its lowest level of 2025 this week, an encouraging sign for prospective home buyers. The average long-term mortgage rate dipped to 6.15% from 6.18% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Wednesday. A year ago, the rate averaged 6.91%. Borrowing costs on 15-year […]

Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

NEW YORK — NEW YORK (AP) — Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the start of the new year. Democrats forced a 43-day government shutdown over the issue. Moderate […]

Shares are higher in Asia in an upbeat start to the new year

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

BANGKOK — Asian markets began the new year Friday with gains, while U.S. futures and oil prices also advanced. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng jumped 2.2% to 26,189.79 on a strong rally in tech shares. E-commerce giant Alibaba climbed 3.2% and search engine and technology company Baidu jumped 7.5% after it said it plans to spin […]

Mancos cheer team aims for strong finish

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

The Mancos cheer team practices their routine in preparation for their first Cheerleading Showcase at MHS on Dec. 3. The Jays took fifth in the 2A/3A Co-Ed division at the 2024 state championships. Photo courtesy of Megan Daves-Warner Bluejays target regional, state and national success The Mancos cheer team learned from its 2024 season that […]

10/5: Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

This week on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio joins to discuss where the peace plan for Gaza stands, nearly two years after the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attack. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson and Sen. Chuck Schumer weigh in on the congressional standoff fueling the government shutdown.

10/19: Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

This week on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly and Republican Sen. Katie Britt discuss the government shutdown as an impasse in Congress nears the three-week mark, and weigh in on the Trump administration’s strikes on alleged drug boats. Plus, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde joins.

10/19: Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

10/12: Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

Reporter USJanuary 2, 2026

This week on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Vice President JD Vance joins as President Trump heads to the Middle East amid the critical moment in the Israel-Hamas peace deal and at home, as the ongoing government shutdown drags on. Plus. Egyptian foreign minister Badr Abdelatty joins.

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US applications for jobless benefits fell below 200,000 last week

France defends decision to grant George Clooney and his family French citizenship amid criticism

Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to the lowest level of the year at 6.15%

Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes

Shares are higher in Asia in an upbeat start to the new year

Mancos cheer team aims for strong finish

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