Hurricane Milton might cost insurers up to $50 billion — but it could have been much worse, analysts said

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Hurricane Milton might cost insurers up to $50 billion in insured losses, but analysts were expecting more.

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In rambling, hours-long speech, Trump introduces new car loan tax proposal

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Trump speaking at the Detroit Economic Club on Thursday.

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Why cheap bus travel is disappearing in America

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Megabus was once known as an affordable travel service, but its parent company, Coach USA, has filed for bankruptcy. The bus industry is half the size it used to be. Can bus travel be saved?

Meet the Silicon Valley billionaires, corporate CEOS, and founders backing Kamala Harris

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Mark Cuban, Reid Hoffman, and Vinod Khosla are among the dozens of Silicon Valley leaders backing Kamala Harris.

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Hurricanes are becoming more frequent, violent, and costly — plus they're hitting jobs and economic growth

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The aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Horseshoe Beach, Florida.

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Inflation was hotter than expected in September, but continued its downward trend

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For Gen Zers tired of dating, applications for lavender marriages are open

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For Gen Zers, a platonic marriage might be a good option for financial stability and comfort.

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Empty gas stations, full hotels, and gridlocked highways: A Tampa resident shares what she saw on her 'terrifying' evacuation from Hurricane Milton.

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Florida residents evacuating Hurricane Milton, which is set to hit Gulf Coast cities the evening of October 9.

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Subsidies help a 55-year-old pay $96 a month for health insurance. Her costs could increase 186% if they expire next year.

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Lisa Jolly, 55, uses enhanced premium tax credits to help pay for her coverage through the Affordable Care Act.

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The top 5% will benefit from Trump's tax plans while the rest of America pays more, a new analysis says

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Trump's tax plans could benefit America's top earners.

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