Storyteller. Former aviation and economics reporter who still digs data and travel. Knocking on strangers’ doors to sell Girl Scout cookies was good training.
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The #FederalReserve’s #FOMC unanimously voted to keep the federal funds rate as is — no change. #interesrates
Federal Reserve issues #FOMC statement: federalreserve.gov/newsevent…
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Highlight 2/2 of new #WorldBank report: Rising debt is increasing borrowing costs, especially for emerging market and developing economies, which are forecast to see the slowest 2026 economic growth of 3.6% with per-capita income growth at its weakest pace since the pandemic.
Highlight 1/2 of new #WorldBank report: 2026 global economic growth is expected to slow from 2.9% in 2025 to 2.5%—the lowest rate
since the COVID-19 pandemic. “Risks to the outlook remain skewed to the
downside,” such as new geopolitical strains commodity market disruptions.
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Highlight 1/2 of new #WorldBank report: 2026 global economic growth is expected to slow from 2.9% in 2025 to 2.5%—the lowest rate
since the COVID-19 pandemic. “Risks to the outlook remain skewed to the
downside,” such as new geopolitical strains commodity market disruptions.
Jun 15
Weekly Update:
➡️ Global growth at its lowest since COVID-19
➡️ Faster ports, stronger supply chains
➡️ In Yemen, a new hospital is a school, and a lifeline
➡️ Can preschool transform a country's future?
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Jun 14
This a really interesting obit. If you’re interested in learning more on this topic, in addition to #KristinHannah’s excellent book “The Women,” I wrote this article about #nurses during the #VietnamWar for #TCU Magazine in 2021: magazine.tcu.edu/winter-2021…. share.google/fzkSahKByYYVNDC…
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Jun 13
So this happened on Friday: #KellyRipa mentioned an article I wrote for #AARP about #grandmashowers on the “Live with Kelly and Mark” television show. #grandmothershowers aarp.org/family-relationship…
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Jun 10
U.S. #inflation increased 0.5 percent for the month of May but was up 4.2% over the year, mainly due to higher #energy costs. Heating oil rose 58.9% and unleaded gas rose 41.9%. And prices for meat, tomatoes, coffee and Jewelry all rose by double digits for the year.
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Jun 9
This is mainly why #airfares are up: U.S. #airlines saw their fuel costs surge 78% in April from a year earlier despite using less fuel. #travel #airfare apnews.com/article/jet-fuel-…
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Jun 3
Latest #FederalReserve #BeigeBook: Economic activity increased slightly moderately in 10/12 districts. Data showed #consumerspending bifurcated by income, more #creditcard use and fewer #retail visits. Home, consumer and agricultural loan delinquencies are rising in some areas.
Read about economic conditions in Reserve Bank Districts in the #BeigeBook (1/2): federalreserve.gov/monetaryp…
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May 28
Here’s a sobering economic graph from Axios. Real per capita #disposableincome (money consumers can spend after taxes #inflation) fell 1.4% in April YOY, but has steadily declined since mid-2024. That supports a K-shaped #economy and is worrisome for overall #consumerspending.
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May 28
#JasonWyrick lost 100 pounds, reversed his #diabetes and launched a #vegan food business. Plus there’s a primer on what is #foodasmedicine. #health #food #foodismedicine #Phoenix #TCU #TCUMagazine @TCUMagazine magazine.tcu.edu/summer-2026…
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May 21
Some recent CEO comments stand to remind us that most #economicdata lag reality. The CEOs of both #Target and #Walmart this week warned that consumers are feeling pressure from higher fuel prices and overall #inflation, which may affect future #retail spending. #economy
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May 20
#FederalReserve #FOMC April minutes 1/2: Some members said recent investor withdrawals from private credit funds didn’t “appear to pose risks” to the broader financial system, but others worry that losses there could cause a broad credit contraction.
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May 20
#FederalReserve #FOMC April minutes 2/2: Many members said AI-related business investments support economic growth, but some business reports note that AI adoption may spur hiring declines or delays.
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May 20
Ever hear of a #grandmothershower? It’s a thing for first-time #grandmas. Here’s everything you need to know about hosting or attending one. #grandmother #grandma #sprinkle #grandmashower #nannyshower #AARP @AARP aarp.org/family-relationship…
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May 19
Other Longwoods’ May #travel survey trends 3/3: Of people planning to travel in the next six months, 36% will choose destinations closer to home, 37% will trim the number of trips and 31% will reduce spending on entertainment during a trip.
May 19
Other Longwoods’ May #travel survey 2/3: 25% of US travelers say the Iran war means they’re less likely to travel internationally within 12 months. Of those, 39% will postpone an international trip, 19% will cancel one, 37% will replace an international trip with a domestic one.
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May 19
Other Longwoods’ May #travel survey 2/3: 25% of US travelers say the Iran war means they’re less likely to travel internationally within 12 months. Of those, 39% will postpone an international trip, 19% will cancel one, 37% will replace an international trip with a domestic one.
May 19
Longwoods’ May #travel survey: Despite the #Iranwar and higher #prices, 90% of Americans plan to travel this summer/fall. “This will still be a year of the Great American Road Trip” as travelers seek value. I wrote 2 #roadtrip articles for @StarTribune startribune.com/5-amazing-mi…
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May 19
Longwoods’ May #travel survey: Despite the #Iranwar and higher #prices, 90% of Americans plan to travel this summer/fall. “This will still be a year of the Great American Road Trip” as travelers seek value. I wrote 2 #roadtrip articles for @StarTribune startribune.com/5-amazing-mi…
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May 17
Want to start #bicycling or improve your game? Here are 31 tips to get you rolling—whether it’s for a commute, health or fun. #cycling #bikes #fitness #howtobuyabike #howtorideabike #bikemaintenance #AARP @AARP aarp.org/health/healthy-livi…
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