Dexter Wansel, Philadelphia Music Pioneer, Dies at 75

Average Date Now Costs Nearly $200

A new report from BMO's Real Financial Progress Index finds that dating is becoming increasingly expensive for Americans. The average date now costs nearly $200, while many singles report going on fewer dates and questioning whether the financial investment is worthwhile. Younger generations, in particular, say dating expenses are making it harder to achieve their financial goals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dexter Wansel, Philadelphia Music Pioneer, Dies at 75

Dexter Wansel, the Philadelphia-born producer, songwriter, arranger and keyboardist whose work helped define the sound of Philadelphia International Records, has died at 75. From producing Teddy Pendergrass' "Love TKO" to creating influential solo albums like "Life on Mars," Wansel's impact stretched across soul, jazz, funk and hip-hop, inspiring artists for decades. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Report Says Black America May Already Be in Recession

New economic data and analysis from the National Urban League and the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies suggest that Black Americans may already be facing recession-level challenges. The report highlights rising unemployment, shrinking economic opportunities and concerns about policy changes that advocates say disproportionately affect Black workers and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump Names Bill Pulte Acting Intelligence Chief

President Donald Trump announced that Bill Pulte, the current director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency and chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, will serve as acting director of national intelligence. The appointment places Pulte in charge of the nation's 18 intelligence agencies following the departure of Tulsi Gabbard. Critics have questioned the move because of Pulte's lack of national security experience, while supporters point to his leadership roles in housing finance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cost of Living Remains Americans’ Top Concern

A recent CNN poll shows widespread dissatisfaction with economic conditions in the United States, with many Americans citing the cost of living and rising expenses as their biggest financial challenges. The survey also found growing concern about the nation's economic outlook and the gap between higher- and lower-income households. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.