Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates to Five Percent
The Federal Reserve boosted its discount lending rate to 5 percent on December 18, a move likely to affect consumer credit and banking costs nationwide. The policy shift raises the cost of money available to member banks, with ripple effects on loans and everyday spending.
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Doctor's Orders and Penicillin Core Lesson Revisited
A reader asks about incomplete antibiotic courses after a strep infection. The doctor explains why finishing prescribed doses matters to fully eradicate germs and prevent resistance, and urges follow up with the same physician. The piece also covers hoarseness cancer risk and lifestyle tips for posture and weight.
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Today in History Highlights From January 11, 1969
Key events include 1943 rights in China relinquished by the United States and Britain, the 1569 first English lottery at St Pauls Cathedral, Hamilton born 1757, Continental Congress 1785, Hartford to Ohio migration 1788, 1942 Dutch East Indies move by Japan, 1945 Greek civil war truce, 1959 Soviet peace talks rejection, 1964 U S smoking health hazard report, and 1968 Israel UAR prisoner exchange accord.
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