In the fourth quarter of 2024, U.S. gross domestic product grew at a 2.3 percent annual rate, down from the previous quarter but still resilient, ending the year with a 2.5 percent increase. Despite solid consumer spending and low unemployment, challenges lie ahead with uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s new policies on trade and immigration, potentially leading to inflation and slower growth. While the economy faces pockets of weakness such as slowed business investment and a stagnant housing market, it remains strong overall, supported by the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady and the continued momentum from the end of 2024.
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WWI submarine captured in never-before-seen images over century after it sank off San Diego coast
On December 17, 1917, the USS F-1 submarine sank off California, resulting in the loss of 19 crew members during a training accident. Recently, scientists from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution captured high-definition images of the wreck, located over 1,300 feet underwater, using advanced imaging technology and vehicles like Alvin and Sentry. The team conducted seven dives, creating detailed maps and 3-D models of the submarine while honoring the lost sailors with a remembrance ceremony...
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