Heat hits wallets as public fights high power bills
A AP NORC poll shows seven in ten Americans say extreme heat affected their electricity bills in the past year with higher costs in summers. Phoenix residents report bills rising above 350 dollars, while many say climate change drives rising costs and hotter conditions.
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Hispanics Drive Most U S Population Growth Since 2020
A Census Bureau based analysis shows Hispanics accounted for 91 percent of the 3.4 million U S population increase from 2020 to mid 2023, with immigration and births offsetting deaths and aging. The report notes a future shift to a majority nonwhite population by 2050 and potential political and economic implications.
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Corn and soybean futures ease on expected USDA yield rise
Chicago futures fell as analysts anticipate the USDA to raise its yield outlook to record highs for corn and soybeans. Bloomberg polls show corn at 182.2 bushels per acre and soybeans at 52.5, versus USDA estimates of 181 and 52. Widespread Midwest rain supports crops, capping prices near multi year lows.
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