Paramount gets green light for $8 billion merger. But what is the psychic cost for company?

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 26, 2025. Posted in Business, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, National News, Network, News.

By DAVID BAUDER With this week’s FCC approval, the merger between Paramount Global and Skydance Media is expected to be completed in the coming weeks at a value of $8 billion. The question for the new company is whether the psychic cost is much higher. Related Articles Tea, an app for women to safely talk about men they date, has been breached, user IDs exposed Meta will cease political ads in European Union by fall, blaming bloc’s new rules Intel cuts back spending, workforce as struggling chip maker mounts...

US stocks coast toward the finish of a record-setting week

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 25, 2025. Posted in Business, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, National News, Network, News.

By STAN CHOE, Associated Press Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are hanging around their records on Friday and coasting toward the close of another winning week. The S&P 500 was edging up by 0.1% in early trading, coming off its latest all-time high, and is on track to finish its fourth winning week in the last five. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 71 points, or 0.2%, as of 9:35 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was drifting around its record set the day before. Deckers, the company behind Ugg boots and Hoka shoes, jumped 16.6% after reporting stronger...

Netanyahu says Israel considering alternatives to ceasefire talks with Hamas, deepening uncertainty

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 25, 2025. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Network, News, World News.

By SAMY MAGDY and WAFAA SHURAFA, Associated Press CAIRO (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday his government was considering “alternative options” to ceasefire talks with Hamas after Israel and the U.S. recalled their negotiating teams, throwing the future of the negotiations into further uncertainty. Netanyahu’s statement came as a Hamas official said negotiations were expected to resume next week and portrayed the recall of the Israeli and American delegations as a pressure tactic. The teams left Qatar on Thursday as President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve...

Delicious, home-cooked meals can still be on the menu even in a wonky vacation rental

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 25, 2025. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Network, Recipes, Restaurants, Food and Drink, Things To Do, Travel.

By KATIE WORKMAN, Associated Press We are officially in the thick of summer. If we’re lucky, we might get a break from the routine and head for the beach, the mountains or maybe discover a new city. For many, that means renting a vacation home — with an unfamiliar kitchen. At home, you probably have a variety of cooking utensils, a meaningful collection of herbs and spices, and the ability to select just the right pan for your dish. But as you step into your Airbnb or Vrbo, you’re suddenly left wondering where to even put your groceries. Related Articles Giant trolls have a...

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 25, 2025. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates.

If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts suggest for the rest of 2025 – and what these shifts could mean for you.Will Home Prices Fall?Many buyers are hoping home prices will come down soon. And recent headlines about prices dipping in some areas are making some people believe it’s just a matter of time before there’s a bigger drop. But here are the facts.While home price growth is slowing down, that doesn’t mean we’re headed for a crash. As...

Appeals court finds Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship unconstitutional, upholds block

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 24, 2025. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, National Politics, Network, News, Politics.

By LINDSAY WHITEHURST and HALLIE GOLDEN, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal appeals court in San Francisco ruled Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s order seeking to end birthright citizenship is unconstitutional, affirming a lower-court decision that blocked its enforcement nationwide. Related Articles State Department approves $322 million in proposed weapons sales to Ukraine Columbia University reaches a deal with Trump to restore federal research funds GOP House members want to run in other races. Trump...

State Department approves $322 million in proposed weapons sales to Ukraine

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 24, 2025. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, National Politics, Network, News, Politics.

The State Department said Wednesday that it has approved $322 million in proposed weapons sales to Ukraine to enhance its air defense capabilities and provide armored combat vehicles, coming as the country works to fend off escalating Russian attacks. Related Articles Appeals court finds Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship unconstitutional, upholds block Columbia University reaches a deal with Trump to restore federal research funds GOP House members want to run in other races. Trump is telling them to stay in...

Daily Horoscope for July 24, 2025

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 24, 2025. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, Horoscopes, Things To Do.

General Daily Insight for July 24, 2025 We’re leveling up through self-discovery. With the ego-driven Sun working alongside dedicated Saturn, we’re able to see ourselves more realistically as we make sensible decisions, advocate for others, and practice our strengths. The Sun also supports idealistic Neptune, allowing us to lay out our ideal self and take steps toward becoming them. Last but not least, at 3:11 pm EDT, the New Moon in Leo rises to provide us with a blank slate to create the self we’re seeking. We’re evolving into our personal ideals. Aries March 21 – April 19 You are...

The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 24, 2025. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates.

Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So, before you jump to conclusions, it’s important to look at the full picture.Yes, foreclosure starts are up 7% in the first six months of the year. But zooming out shows that’s nowhere near crisis levels. Here’s why.Filings Are Still Far Below Crash LevelsEven with the recent uptick, overall foreclosure filings are still very low. In the first half of...

Erik Menendez is in hospital for a medical condition. His attorney seeks his release

Written by Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Syndicated User on July 23, 2025. Posted in Fort Lauderdale Mortgage, Fort Lauderdale Mortgage Rates, National News, Network, News.

By JAIMIE DING LOS ANGELES (AP) — An attorney is seeking Erik Menendez’s release from prison because of a medical condition after he was taken to a hospital. Related Articles In-N-Out Burger CEO to join the list of high-profile business figures to leave California Air traffic controllers didn’t warn a B-52 bomber crew about a nearby airliner, the Air Force says Army’s head of aviation, who faced questions over deadly midair collision, has new role US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar...

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