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• Home sellers are lowering their prices and helping buyers to make a deal in a stagnant market

  Across the nation, a stagnant housing market is leaving many sellers in limbo, unable to relocate for a new job, buy their next home to accommodate a growing family, or follow through with other major life decisions that necessitate selling their home. Those who don't are under increased pressure to lower their asking price and also kick in thousands of dollars toward a buyer's costs, real estate agents say. The trend marks a stark turn from earlier this decade, when sellers often received well above their asking…

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• US says helped Gulf nations export 1.5 bn barrels of oil through Hormuz

  The United States has facilitated the export of 1.5 billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz since summer, a significant milestone that underscores US support for Gulf nations' oil exports. This assistance has been crucial in bypassing an Iranian blockade, with over 3,000 commercial vessels successfully navigating the Strait of Hormuz with US support, and 95% of ships sailing safely. This achievement highlights the ongoing efforts to maintain global oil supply routes despite geopolitical tensions.

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• Pink's San Diego cancer benefit raises $8.25m, taking series past $28m

  Pink's San Diego concert raised $8.25 million for cancer research, surpassing the $28 million total collected through the Concert for Cures series. The initiative, organised by Curebound, has raised more than $28 million through four concerts since 2022, with performances by international artists and local organizations. Curebound CEO Robin Toft emphasized the importance of public contributions during Pink's concert, highlighting the need for continued funding in scientific research.

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