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Facing a 682% inflation rate, Venezuelans work three or more jobs and still can barely afford any food. ‘Everything is so expensive’

“Inflation and more inflation and devaluation,” Roa says. “It’s out of control.”

By Regina Garcia Cano, Matt Sedensky and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio looks on as US President Donald Trump speaks to the press following US military actions in Venezuela, at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida.
Trump pushes for $100 billion in oil investments in Venezuela while Exxon and others say it’s currently ‘uninvestable’ without major reforms
By Jordan BlumJanuary 9, 2026
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Bessent’s visit to Minnesota comes with more vows to crack down on fraud as tensions flare with state, Somalia government
By Fatima Hussein and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
Best personal loans for good credit 2026: What you need to know
By Joseph HostetlerJanuary 9, 2026
Donald Trump speaks behind a podium with Marco Rubio frowning in the background.
‘What we call corruption’: Harvard economist and former Venezuelan minister says Trump’s oil profit motives have no place in Venezuela’s future
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 9, 2026
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PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 28: U.S. President Donald Trump listens during a press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky following their meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club on December 28, 2025 in Palm Beach, Florida. Trump invited Zelensky to his private club to work on the U.S.-proposed peace plan to end the war in Ukraine, as the conflict approaches four years since the sudden full-scale invasion by Russia on February 24, 2022. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
White House says it’s ‘reviewing protocols’ after Trump seemingly violated federal policy by disclosing jobs data early

The White House claims “there was an inadvertent public disclosure” but it says the media shouldn’t be “grasping at straws to foment another fake controversy.”

By Eva RoytburgJanuary 9, 2026
Argentina has repaid its $20 billion credit line from Trump administration, Scott Bessent says

“Stabilizing a strong American ally – and making tens of millions in profit for Americans – is an America First homerun deal,” the Treasury Secretary said.

By The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
The future depends on copper, but a coming shortage makes it a ‘systemic risk’ to the economy and a strategic flashpoint, S&P Global warns

S&P Global estimated copper demand will jump 50% from current levels to 42 million metric tons by 2040 while supply will shrink in the coming years.

By Jason MaJanuary 9, 2026
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Personal loan APRs on Jan. 9, 2026

Whether you need to cover an emergency expense or fund a project, a personal loan might be the right tool for the job.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
Today’s best high-yield savings account rates on Jan. 9, 2026: Earn up to 5.00% APY

You can still find high-yield savings accounts offering rates around 5%… If you know where to look. Here’s our list of the highest savings account rates available today.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
Best free checking accounts of January 2026

These accounts don’t charge a monthly maintenance fee, and they may also offer a better APY than you’re likely to find on a standard checking account.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 8, 2026
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Walmart’s CEO Doug McMillon out-earns the average American’s salary in less than 20 hours—during a typical 30-minute commute, he’s already made $1,563

Outgoing Walmart CEO Doug McMillon started out at the company making $6.50 hourly unloading trailers, and after four decades of climbing the ranks, he now fetches $75,000 every day.

By Emma BurleighJanuary 9, 2026
Current price of platinum as of Friday, January 9, 2026

Investing in precious metals can be part of a smart strategy to preserve the value of your money during times of inflation. Here’s what you need to know about the price of platinum.

By Joseph HostetlerJanuary 9, 2026
Current price of silver as of Friday, January 9, 2026

Silver is a (comparatively) safe and reliable asset that can help you to preserve the value of your money during times of inflation.

By Joseph HostetlerJanuary 9, 2026
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Ray Dalio on the $38 trillion national debt: ‘My grandchildren and great grandchildren not yet born are going to be paying off this debt’

The hedge fund billionaire said the U.S. will do what’s “always done when countries essentially go broke: They print money, devalue the currency.”

By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 9, 2026
Wall Street has written off a Fed cut this month as it awaits 2 market-moving events today

If the labor market is improving and the Supreme Court delivers tariff refunds, the Fed would have almost no justification for adding a new round of cheaper money. 

By Jim EdwardsJanuary 9, 2026
I’m the SolarWinds CEO. Here’s why a $4.4 billion move to go private was right for us

Looking back, the deal succeeded not because we pushed harder or moved faster, but because we stayed balanced.

By Sudhakar RamakrishnaJanuary 8, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Jan. 9, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
Current mortgage rates report for Jan. 9, 2026: Rates tick back down

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for Jan. 9, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
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A refinery owned by Citgo, a subsidiary of PDVSA, the Venezuelan state owned oil company, sits along the I&M Canal on May 15, 2019 in Lemont, Illinois.
Paul Singer’s Elliott Management is one of the big winners in Venezuela’s forced sale of Citgo and the toppling of Maduro

Elliott’s Amber Energy is poised to close the sale of Citgo and receive more Venezuelan crude barrels.

By Jordan BlumJanuary 9, 2026
The U.S. naval blockade of Venezuela has cost $700 million already—and is rising by $9 million daily

Trump is urging U.S. oil companies to return to Venezuela but question marks remain with instability, high costs, and weak oil prices.

By Jordan BlumJanuary 8, 2026
Trump chose not to restore democracy in Venezuela, with the opposition’s Nobel winner in hiding and much of the opposition in prison

“They were clearly unimpressed by the sort of ethereal magical realism of the opposition,” said David Smilde, a Tulane University professor.

By Regina Garcia Cano and The Associated PressJanuary 7, 2026
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Rumors are swirling about Venezuela holding $60 billion in Bitcoin—but crypto experts are skeptical

What we know about the South American country’s crypto holdings.

By Carlos GarciaJanuary 9, 2026
What to look for in crypto in 2026: Bitcoin, Trump, and the battle for DeFi

After a pivotal 2025, the blockchain industry is still waiting for its mainstream breakthrough—but that could come this year.

By Leo SchwartzJanuary 8, 2026
Russia and Iran are increasingly turning to crypto—especially stablecoins—to avoid sanctions, report finds

Geopolitics is moving to the blockchain at an unprecedented rate.

By Carlos GarciaJanuary 8, 2026
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PoliticsFractures start to show in Trump’s GOP as some Republicans push back on Greenland, Venezuela, and health care
By Stephen Groves and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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LawMinneapolis shooter revealed as Jonathan Ross, Iraq War veteran with nearly two decades of Border Patrol, Immigration experience
By Ryan J. Foley and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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LawTelluride Ski Resort begins to reopen after striking ski patrollers accept a contract
By Mead Gruver and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
PoliticsWife of Renee Good, the Minnesota woman killed in ICE shooting, says ‘We had whistles. They had guns’
By Michael Biesecker and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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HealthThe 4 Best Hair Loss Treatments for Men in 2026: Tested and Ranked
By Christina SnyderJanuary 9, 2026
SuccessBill Gates donated record $8 billion to Melinda French Gates’ foundation as part of their divorce settlement
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezJanuary 9, 2026
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SuccessThe 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children. Even more, it showed how much of social life happens online
By Rebekah Willett, Amanda Levido, Hyeon-Seon Jeong and The ConversationJanuary 9, 2026
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HealthHow the new protein and dairy diet flies in the face of modern guidelines, according to a nutritionist who served on the advisory board until 2024
By Cristina Palacios and The ConversationJanuary 9, 2026
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EconomyStrip out health care and social services, the U.S. lost jobs in 2025—something that usually happens in recessions
By Eva RoytburgJanuary 9, 2026
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EconomySluggish economy crawls on with 50,000 jobs added in December, unemployment ticks down to 4.4%
By Christopher Rugaber and The Associated PressJanuary 9, 2026
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CommentaryFormer White House advisor on the real reason your health care costs are going up: Medicare’s doctor pay gap
By Tomas J. PhilipsonJanuary 9, 2026
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NewslettersOneStream CEO: $6.4 billion deal to go private will accelerate AI strategy in finance
By Sheryl EstradaJanuary 9, 2026
Personal FinanceBest CD rates today, Jan. 9, 2026: Earn up to 4.18% APY if you lock in now
By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 9, 2026
NewslettersAndreessen Horowitz’s shiny, new $15 billion reveals where the firm sees the biggest opportunities
By Allie GarfinkleJanuary 9, 2026
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Real EstateGoogle billionaire Larry Page copies the Jeff Bezos playbook, buying a $173 million Miami compound that will save him millions in taxes
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 8, 2026
Personal FinanceHow to get a personal loan if you’re self-employed
By Joseph HostetlerJanuary 8, 2026
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By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 8, 2026
US President Donald Trump looks on during a Mexican Border Defense Medal presentation in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on December 15, 2025. (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP via Getty Images)
Economy3 things Trump did in 24 hours to show that he’s in control of American business
By Eva RoytburgJanuary 8, 2026
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EconomyTrump’s $1.5 trillion military budget would add $5.8 trillion to the national debt, with interest, CRFB says
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 8, 2026
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AIAI is boosting productivity. Here’s why some workers feel a sense of loss
By Sharon GoldmanJanuary 8, 2026
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CommentaryWarner Bros. Discovery’s board isn’t choosing a deal — it’s avoiding one
By Mark DesJardineJanuary 8, 2026
HealthAmerica’s healthiest state has clean air and water, good education, and safe cities—And says a lot about the country’s rural-urban divide
By Tristan BoveJanuary 8, 2026
EconomyTrump would have wide-ranging ability to impose taxes if Supreme Court sides with his tariff plan, experts say
By Jake AngeloJanuary 8, 2026
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SuccessSelf-made billionaire Tony Robbins went from being a janitor to making his first million by 24—he shares the 3 skills Gen Z need to thrive in today’s job market
By Preston ForeJanuary 8, 2026
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CommentaryTesla’s vote wasn’t about pay. It was about who really runs the company
By Shane GoodwinJanuary 8, 2026
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North AmericaState Department suspends all U.S. aid to Somalia, citing ‘zero-tolerance policy for waste, theft, and diversion of life-saving assistance’
By Matthew Lee and The Associated PressJanuary 8, 2026
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Startups & VentureExclusive: Invictus-backed cybersecurity company ThreatModeler acquires competitor IriusRisk for over $100 million
By Leo SchwartzJanuary 8, 2026
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NewslettersFrom factory floors to offices: Physical AI is ‘going to be massive’
By Sheryl EstradaJanuary 8, 2026
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By Allie GarfinkleJanuary 8, 2026
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By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 8, 2026
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By Glen Luke FlanaganJanuary 8, 2026
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EconomyFor jobless Gen Z, healthcare is the place to be as blue-collar hiring outstrips office jobs, says ADP’s top economist
By Eleanor PringleJanuary 8, 2026
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