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When Dolly Parton passed away on Aug. 25, 2026, at age 80, the world lost not only a country music icon but also one of entertainment’s most prolific philanthropists. Over her lifetime, Parton gave generously to causes ranging from childhood literacy to disaster relief, leaving behind a charitable legacy as enduring as her music. A…

In 2019, a Louisiana apartment property financed in a commercial mortgage-backed securities or Freddie K-Series deal spent about $4.77 on insurance for every $100 of revenue it collected. By 2025, that figure was $9.42, and that is after premiums fell last year. The Louisiana example underscores the shape of the apartment insurance story. After five…

“The economy remains resilient, demonstrated by steady consumer spending and rising household incomes. More homes coming on the market and slower price growth in many areas are giving buyers better options and helping create a more balanced housing market.” US home prices rose 2.1% year over year in Q2 2026, according to the Federal…

Carnival Cruise Line and Barclays US Consumer Bank said Tuesday that they have launched the Carnival Rewards Mastercard, which they described as a first-of-its-kind credit card in the cruise industry. Integrated with Carnival’s recently launched Carnival Rewards loyalty programme, the no-annual-fee card is said to allow members to earn rewards through everyday spending and redeem…

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12:01 AM, 14th September 2026, 6 hours ago A government minister claims rising rents are among the factors contributing to homelessness and rough sleeping. In a written parliamentary answer, Homelessness Minister Florence Eshalomi said poverty, housing availability and affordability were among the “root causes” of homelessness and rough sleeping. The news comes as the government…