The biggest threat to the economy right now: Jerome Powell's ego

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The US economy could still avoid a recession, unless Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's concerns about his legacy put it on the wrong path.

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The massive wave of layoffs is giving tech workers a brutal wake-up call about the reality of work

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Layoffs are forcing tech workers to confront a harsh truth: the workplace isn't the same thing as a family.

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Trump's political ascent was fueled by Southern Republicans. Now they're his main 2024 opponents.

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Exclusive: Inside the extramarital affair and cash-fueled double life of Charles McGonigal, the FBI spy hunter charged with taking Russian money

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Charles F. McGonigal, who held one of the FBI's most sensitive positions, now faces criminal charges for his alleged ties to Oleg Deripaska, a Russian oligarch.

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House Speaker Kevin McCarthy finally won his battle against letting members vote remotely. It could cost him critical GOP votes when he needs it most.

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Science has finally cracked the mystery of why so many people believe in conspiracy theories

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People don't buy into conspiracy theories because of ignorance or social isolation. They do it because of a more prevalent personality quirk: overconfidence.

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I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.

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Microplastics are 10 times more abundant in baby poop than adult poop. Thats partly why plastics expert Laura Hardman keeps plastic away from her baby.

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As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe.

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