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The best part of being a freelancer is having the freedom to work from anywhere. However, having a laptop that fits this on-the-move lifestyle is important. While many modern laptops are sleek and lightweight, not all of them are ideal for freelancers.Before diving into specific models that suit a freelancer’s lifestyle, here are a few key factors to consider when narrowing down your options. Go for a thin and light option Not all freelancers are backpackers, but if you are one, you might benefit from a thin and lightweight laptop that’s easy to carry around. Ideally, it should be between…

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The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed that housing cost pressures eased in February to the slowest pace in over three years. Shelter costs rose 4.2% from a year earlier in February, slower than the 4.4% increase seen in January, and the smallest 12-month increase since December 2021. On a monthly basis, housing costs ticked up 0.3% in Februarydown from January’s 0.4% monthly increase. “Shelter inflation remains in a disinflationary trajectory, which will be a welcome development for those hoping for further progress on inflation,” Jeff Schulze, head of economic and market strategy at ClearBridge Investments, told Yahoo Finance in…

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(Reuters) – U.S. stock index futures rose on Wednesday, steadying after the previous session’s volatility as investors assessed the impact of President Donald Trump’s protectionist tariffs on base metal imports and looked ahead to a key inflation report. As Trump’s 25% duty on all steel and aluminum imports, which he announced last month, took effect, the European Commission said it would retaliate with counter tariffs from next month, making it the latest U.S. trade partner to be at loggerheads with the administration. Companies such as Ford, General Motors, Howmet and Honeywell, which use steel and aluminum in their supply chains,…

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RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) – Health insurance coverage for thousands of families across our state is in limbo after a major provider announced they’ll be stopping operations at the end of June.The NC League of Municipalities’ Health Benefits Trust will be winding down operations effective June 30th.It offers health benefits, including medical, vision dental and life insurance to government employees and their families.A good number of local governments are members of NC League, but they don’t all get medical insurance through the trust.Our WITN First Alert Investigative Team has learned that, at least in the east, it’s predominantly smaller communities that…

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In the digital and technological age, freelancing has revolutionised the world. It provides opportunities for impoverished people who are struggling to find jobs. Freelancing plays a crucial role in helping individuals meet their basic living expenses by allowing them to create various types of content. In Pakistan, freelancing has become a significant solution for unemployed individuals who find traditional job platforms time-consuming and difficult to access. Freelancing offers a way to earn money through skills such as website development, graphic design and content writing on platforms like Fiverr and Upwork. It is easily accessible in Pakistan and has opened doors…

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XAU/USD extends gains amid geopolitical tensions despite solid US jobs data US tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel imports begin on Wednesday, boosting Gold’s safe-haven appeal. Markets await US CPI inflation data on Wednesday and PPI on Thursday for the next Fed clues. Gold (XAU) rallied on Tuesday as the trade war spurred demand for the yellow metal due to its safe-haven appeal. Upbeat United States (US) jobs data was ignored by traders, who continued to pile on Bullion. XAU/USD is trading at $2,917, up over 1%. Sentiment has recently improved as Canada and the US de-escalated the threat of…

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4 Red Flags To Watch For When Accepting A Freelance Giggetty As a freelancer, you want clients who respect your time and value your skills. That’s how you build a thriving freelancing career. Some client relationships are like fine wine: smooth, rewarding, and worth the effort. Others? They’re more like sour milk – unpleasant and not worth sticking around for. So, how do you spot the difference before you’re stuck in a bad gig? The trick is knowing what red flags to look for early on. By catching these warning signs, you can avoid toxic clients and focus on finding…

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Tesla Surges After Sell-Off 24 minutes ago Tesla (TSLA) shares jumped Tuesday, after losing more than 15% of their value a day earlier.  The stock was up 5% at around $233 in late trading, making back a small fraction of what it’s lost amid an extended sell-off since President Trump took office. The stock is on pace to fall for the eighth consecutive week, even after the uptick on Tuesday. TradingView Tesla’s stock price had surged to a record close of $479.86 about a month after Trump’s election victory, but since Musk started working in the cost-cutting Department of Government Efficiency in January, the EV maker’s shares have…

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