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Real Estate

Ocean City Moves Forward with Proposed 3% Tax on Airbnb and VRBO Rentals

Ocean City, NJ – Ocean City may soon add a new 3% tax on short-term rentals booked through websites like Airbnb and Vrbo. On June 26, the City Council voted 5-2 in favor of introducing the ordinance. If approved at its final reading on July 17, the tax could generate[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Finance

U.S. Stocks Reach Record Highs, Marking Best Quarter in Over a Year

U.S. stock markets closed strongly this week, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching new record highs. Both indices finished their best quarter in more than a year, signaling renewed optimism among investors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.63%, gaining 275.50 points to close at 44,094.77. The S&P 500[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Crypto

Stablecoins Drive Push for Clear Crypto Regulations in Washington

For many years, the cryptocurrency market has been known for its unpredictability, not just in prices, but also in how U.S. regulators have handled the industry. This uncertainty has made it difficult for businesses and investors to plan for the future. However, things may be about to change, thanks in[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Human Rights

US Accuses UN Expert of ‘Economic Warfare’ Over Report Linking Big Tech to Israeli Occupation

NEW YORK – The United States has strongly criticized United Nations Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, accusing her of targeting American companies in what it calls a campaign of “economic warfare.” Albanese recently sent letters to dozens of corporations, including major firms like Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet (Google), and Palantir, warning they[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Economics

US Economy Contracts Sharply as Trade Tensions Grow

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. economy shrank more than expected in the first quarter of 2025, as fresh government data showed slowing consumer spending, weaker exports, and a surge in imports driven by new tariffs. According to the Commerce Department on Thursday, gross domestic product (GDP) fell at an annual[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Defence & Security

US Denounces ‘Smear Campaign’ as Pro-Iran Hackers Threaten to Leak Trump Emails

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Federal authorities are condemning what they describe as a deliberate attempt by pro-Iran hackers to damage the reputation of former President Donald Trump and sow division in the United States. The hackers claim to have stolen thousands of emails tied to Trump’s advisers, including former chief of[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Politics & Government

Zohran Mamdani Wins Democratic Nomination for New York City Mayor in Major Upset

New York City – In a surprising turn, Zohran Mamdani has officially won the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, defeating several well-known candidates and marking a major shift in the city’s political landscape. The New York City Board of Elections confirmed the final ranked-choice voting results on Tuesday.[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Politics & Government

Trump Announces Israel’s Agreement to 60-Day Gaza Cease-Fire, Urges Hamas to Accept

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that Israel has agreed to the main conditions for a 60-day cease-fire in Gaza. The announcement raises hopes that the long and deadly conflict could finally see a pause. Posting on Truth Social, Trump said his team held a “long and productive[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Defence & Security

XTEND Reality Opens Advanced Drone Facility in Tampa to Strengthen U.S. Security and Create Jobs

TAMPA, Fla., July 2, 2025 – XTEND Reality Inc., a global leader in autonomous drone technology, has officially opened its new U.S. headquarters and production facility in Tampa. This major investment is set to boost America’s domestic drone manufacturing and bring hundreds of high-tech jobs to Florida. The ribbon-cutting ceremony[Read More…]

July 2, 2025 by OpenVoice US News Team 0 comments

Economics

U.S. Job Openings Rise to 7.8 Million in May, Showing Labor Market Resilience

WASHINGTON – July 2, 2025 The U.S. labor market showed unexpected strength in May, as job openings rose to 7.8 million, according to new data released by the Labor Department on Tuesday. This marks an increase from 7.4 million in April and is the highest level seen since November 2024.[Read More…]

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