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Love writing and want to get paid to do what you love? Join our team of paid freelance writers who live, work and play in Thurston County! Who You Are We are looking for people with fresh voices who want to get paid to write about Thurston County! We are looking for upbeat, outgoing individuals – maybe you spend too much time on social media reading about what’s happening in our County. Do you want to be the one creating those stories? We want to hear from you! Writers have the opportunity to write positive stories about our community in a…

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO 1.97%) became the world’s largest exchange-traded fund (ETF) earlier this year when it surpassed the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust. Both funds track the performance of the S&P 500 (^GSPC 1.97%), but Vanguard’s strong reputation as an index fund leader, along with a lower expense ratio, helped propel its ETF into the top spot. However, given recent market volatility, some investors may wonder if the Vanguard ETF should still be a core holding. One of the arguments against the Vanguard 500 ETF is that the S&P 500 index has become too top-heavy with big tech…

Here are Tuesday’s biggest calls on Wall Street: Piper Sandler reiterates Nvidia as overweight Piper said it’s sticking with the stock ahead of earnings on Wednesday. “We advise investors to weather the uncertainty and stay long the stock as this is likely largely the last wave of negative news for NVDA this year. Reiterate OW rating.” UBS upgrades LifeStance Health to buy from neutral UBS said the long term growth thesis is intact for the health company. “We are upgrading our rating of LFST to Buy (50%+ upside on $8.50 PT) as we see a fundamental disconnect between underlying performance…

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Florida is more than a vacation destination—it’s becoming one of the most attractive states for freelancers. With its year-round warm weather, lack of state income tax, and a growing number of remote work opportunities, the Sunshine State offers a unique lifestyle for those choosing the freelance path. But while the palm trees and beaches are easy to enjoy, managing your income and taxes as a freelancer in Florida requires planning, discipline, and the right tools. Whether you’re a copywriter in Tampa, a photographer in Fort Lauderdale, or a software developer in Orlando, here’s what you need to know to stay…

“Gold is caught in a tug-of-war between a weaker dollar, potential Fed easing, and geopolitical risks,” said Kelvin Wong, senior market analyst at OANDA Asia Pacific. Former President Trump’s decision to delay the imposition of 50% tariffs on European Union imports until July 9 provided short-term relief to market nerves, but the broader trade outlook remains uncertain. The combination of muted dollar strength and cautious Fed guidance is keeping gold prices in check. Silver Finds Support Near $33.22 but Faces Resistance Silver (XAG/USD) mirrored gold’s consolidation, trading around $33.50 per ounce. The ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. fiscal policy and trade negotiations…

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The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication was briefed on Monday that Ignite’s flagship training programs have successfully trained 4.6 million students through 19 batches, offering 15 of the most in-demand freelancing courses to help boost Pakistan’s digital economy. Chairing the meeting, Syed Amin ul Haq oversaw a comprehensive review of Ignite’s performance. Ignite officials informed the committee that 28% of the trainees were female, while 72% were male, indicating a gender gap that lawmakers believe must be addressed. The committee was further informed that, based on a survey conducted in October 2024, the freelancers and trainees…

By Rocky Swift TOKYO (Reuters) -The dollar struggled to regain its footing Tuesday as investor concerns over a sweeping tax and spending bill and its implications for the U.S. debt profile continued to undermine sentiment towards U.S. assets. Global stock markets and the euro gained on Monday while the United States was on holiday, after U.S. President Donald Trump delayed the imposition of tariffs on Europe. Attention now turns to debate in the U.S. Senate on Trump’s tax-cut bill that is expected to add to the debt pile in the world’s largest economy. Markets have been sensitive to Trump’s proposal,…