Mortgage Rates Reach One-Year High at 6.66% Amid Economic Concerns
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the United States climbed to 6.66% on Thursday, July 30th, 2026, marking the highest level in a year.
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The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the United States climbed to 6.66% on Thursday, July 30th, 2026, marking the highest level in a year.
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Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 11:33 PM
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world
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world
Former Costa Rican Vice President Rebeca Grynspan leads early UN Security Council poll as the organization seeks to revitalize amid crises and calls for reform.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 9:36 PM
politics
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The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 9:34 PM
world
Following US-Saudi strikes on Iran-linked armed groups in Iraq, Riyadh accuses the Popular Mobilisation Forces of targeting its oil infrastructure, escalating regional tensions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 9:32 PM
us
The Senate voted 49-50 against a resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military actions in Iran amid escalating conflict and public skepticism.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 8:36 PM
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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto region has killed at least 34 people and displaced 9,000, with survivors enduring harsh conditions amid a heat stroke alert.
ABC Australia News | Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 PM
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UN News | Jul 30, 2026, 7:30 PM
global-institutions
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UN News | Jul 30, 2026, 6:24 PM
politics
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The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 PM
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business
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