U S revamps screening of migrant kid sponsors
The federal government resumes fingerprint checks for sponsors beyond parents of migrant children in care, amid concerns this could affect safety. Officials say non-parent sponsors were previously exempt, with advocates warning risks if screenings are skipped as unaccompanied child arrivals surge toward 90,000 this year.
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Turmoil in Iraq pushes U S gas prices higher
Violence in Iraq raises global oil prices and lifts U S gasoline costs. The national average tops $3.68 a gallon, with prices rising amid insurgent actions and ongoing Gulf Coast refinery maintenance. Analysts caution against a spike beyond $4.00, while noting regional variability and potential economic impact.
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Global millionaire ranks rise as wealth gaps widen
Nearly 2 million people joined the ranks of the world's millionaires, pushing global totals to 13.7 million as stock and housing gains lift fortunes. The United States added 570,000, Japan saw its biggest jump since 2000, and overall wealth reached $53 trillion in 2013.
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