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Stocks are still likely rising on promises, with the S&P 500 up 14% from its late March nadir, and 6% higher on the year.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Fruit and vegetable prices are 6% higher than they were last year, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data for May.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

The number of people who filed for unemployment benefits rose to 229,000 in the week through June 6 higher than the 225,000 reported a week earlier, the Labor Department said Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Sustained higher inflation could push rates up, but the weakness of the UK's jobs market and sluggish economic growth in general means this is by no means certain.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Determined to enjoy the temporary freedom, I hoisted the basket higher and wrapped my arms around its middle as I came out of the alley.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu