Shooting takes place at Correspondents’ dinner, and Iran peace hopes fade: Weekend Rundown

President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and many other administration officials were evacuated following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner Saturday night. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. An armed man exchanged gunfire with law enforcement after he rushed a security checkpoint … Read more

Chances of a Federal Reserve rate cut fade as inflation worsens

WASHINGTON — The jump in gas prices stemming from the war in Iran has had another impact that may also affect many Americans’ finances: Higher interest rates. Longer-term interest rates have risen quickly since the war began Feb. 28, pushing up the cost of mortgage loans, auto loans, and business borrowing. And with inflation measures … Read more

Small comforts fade and big worries grow as fuel prices surge globally

A birthday beach trip. Weekend jaunts with the kids. Even a bedtime beer. As gas prices remain high, people around the globe are stretching their paychecks, giving up small comforts as everyday costs bloat and they try to keep up with their biggest bills. “For now, we’re still managing to hold on,” said Luis Catalano, … Read more