Alabama Enacts Nation's Strictest Immigration Law
Alabama passes sweeping immigration measure calling it the toughest in the nation. The law requires schools to check student status, mandates E-Verify for employers, and allows police to arrest suspected illegal immigrants during another stop, drawing immediate legal challenges. Governor Bentley touts its strength while critics say it targets people of color and prompts fear among immigrant communities.
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Apple loosens subscriptions for iPad and iPhone
Notable Apple eases subscription policies for iPad and iPhone, allowing publishers to sell subscriptions outside the apps store. The change helps publishers earn more revenue by avoiding Apple’s 30 percent share and secures better access to customer data, though Apple gave no reason for the shift.
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Markets rally and commodities move on Thursday data
Dow at 12,124.36 up with a 75.42 point gain while Nasdaq stands at 9,492,684.87 and S&P 500 at 9,441,289.00. The 30 year Treasury yield sits at 4.22 percent. Corn in Chicago adds 22 cents to 7.86, soybeans gain 0.15 dollars to 13.26, wheat falls 0.13 to 8.72, oil in New York trades near 119.00 with a close around 101.93.
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Home equity near World War II low as rates drop
Americans' home equity falls to 38 percent, the lowest since WWII, from 61 percent a decade earlier. Mortgage rates dip under 4.5 percent for 30 year loans, yet housing remains weak as prices in big cities return to 2002 levels and 23 percent of mortgage holders are underwater. Foreclosures persist and lending standards tighten.
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Benefits of preschool last into adulthood study says
A long term Chicago study shows preschool yields enduring advantages into adulthood for low income children. Over 1,000 participants tracked up to 25 years indicate better jobs, less drug use and fewer arrests, with high-quality two year programs delivering the strongest non academic benefits.
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