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Josh Pyles grew up on the farm where he now lives in Port Royal, Kentucky. His wife, Ashley Pyles, had never farmed before. But both are fully committed at their Blue Meadow Beef farm, where they and their three children raise beef cattle for local consumers.

NORWALK, Conn. (AP) — NORWALK, Conn. (AP) — FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS) on Thursday reported fiscal first-quarter net income of $152.6 million.

The U.N. refugee agency in Lebanon says the U.S. lifting sanctions on Syria could encourage more refugees to return. Since the ouster of former Syrian President Bashar Assad in December 2024, around 400,000 Syrian refugees have returned from Lebanon. About 1 million remain, with 636,000 officially registered. Refugees returning from neighboring countries receive $600 per family, but many face destroyed homes and no jobs. The U.S. Senate voted to permanently remove the sweeping Caesar Act sanctions... Читать дальше...

The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate for the first time in four months amid signs the stubbornly high inflation that has plagued British consumers and businesses is beginning to ease. Policymakers at Britain’s central bank voted 5-4 to reduce the base rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 3.75% on Thursday, the lowest since February 2023. The move came a day after the Office for National Statistics reported that consumer price inflation slowed to 3.2% in the 12 months through November... Читать дальше...

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Darden Restaurants Inc. (DRI) on Thursday reported fiscal second-quarter net income of $237.2 million.

It’s been called an “epidemic” of loneliness and isolation. The “bowling alone” phenomenon. By any name, it refers to Americans’ growing social disconnection. Americans are less likely to join civic groups, unions and churches than in recent generations. They have fewer friends, are less trusting of each other and less likely to hang out in a local bar or coffee shop. For all that, it’s not surprising that many feel lonely or isolated much of the time. Such trends form the backdrop to The Associated... Читать дальше...

Americans are disconnected from each other at historic levels, buffeted by what a former surgeon general calls an “epidemic of loneliness.” In cities and towns around the U.S., some groups are working to reconnect their communities. They range from cattle farmers supporting each other in Kentucky to neighbors along a Baltimore street committed to helping each other and hosting festivals, summer camps and food giveaways. Community groups in Akron, Ohio, are working to improve neighborhoods and neighborliness... Читать дальше...

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — CarMax Inc. (KMX) on Thursday reported fiscal third-quarter earnings of $62.2 million.

"They spent a lot of money, and it shows."

Once a residential area, Rodeo is now the preeminent showroom for global brands.

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She's "willing to help anyone" find their Bay Area dream home.

DUBLIN (AP) — DUBLIN (AP) — Accenture PLC (ACN) on Thursday reported fiscal first-quarter profit of $2.21 billion.

Today is Thursday, Dec. 18, the 352nd day of 2025. There are 13 days left in the year.

Rainfall this week on Iran's Hormuz Island has briefly transformed the coastline of the famed Red Beach into a striking natural scene. Runoff flowing over the shore turned the water shades of deep red, intensifying the island’s iron-rich soil and washing it into the sea. The beach is known for its vivid red sand and cliffs, created by high concentrations of iron oxide. The phenomenon regularly attracts tourists, photographers, and social media attention. Hormuz Island has become a popular destination... Читать дальше...

Farmers in tractors have blocked roads and set off fireworks in Brussels outside a European Union leaders’ summit. Police responded with tear gas and water cannons as protesters rallied against a major free-trade deal with South American nations. Opponents of the deal fear the deal will harm farmers' livelihoods and boost far-right support. Thousands are expected at rallies near the European Parliament. Italy has joined France in opposing the deal in its current form. The deal would remove duties... Читать дальше...

The winning numbers in Wednesday evening’s drawing of the "Powerball" game were: 25-33-53-62-66, Powerball: 17

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The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "Washington Lotto" game were: 3, 6, 26, 32, 38, 42

The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "Georgia Fantasy 5" game were: 5, 11, 23, 32, 36

The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "Washington Keno" game were: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 14, 17, 23, 25, 32, 40, 43, 54, 57, 61, 63, 65, 66, 70, 80

The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "Washington Pick 3" game were: 0, 6, 7

The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "Florida Fantasy 5 Evening" game were: 3, 8, 24, 26, 32

The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "North Carolina Cash 5" game were: 10, 24, 26, 32, 35

The winning numbers in Wednesday's drawing of the "North Carolina Pick 3 Evening" game were: 2, 2, 9, Bonus: 2