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U.S. Journalist Abducted in Baghdad Amid Rising Security Fears

                                   FILE PHOTO: An aerial view of Baghdad An American journalist was kidnapped in central Baghdad, according to Iraqi police officials who reported the incident early Tuesday. The abduction occurred near a busy commercial district where foreign media workers often travel, underscoring ongoing concerns about the safety of international personnel operating in the region. Witnesses told authorities that armed men intercepted the journalist’s vehicle and forced them into another car before speeding away. Police have launched an investigation and are coordinating with federal security forces to track the kidnappers and determine the journalist’s whereabouts. No group has yet claimed responsibility, but officials say the method of the abduction resembles tactics used by organized militias and criminal networks active in the capital. U.S. diplomatic represe...
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Shoppers Kept Spending This Holiday Season

 

  • Holiday Spending: U.S. retail sales increased by 3.1% from Nov. 1 through Dec. 24, with a notable rise in last-minute shopping before Christmas.
  • Sales Breakdown: Online sales grew by 6.3%, while in-store sales saw a 2.2% increase. However, electronics and jewelry sales declined.
  • Economic Impact: Strong consumer spending, particularly on travel and dining, supported the U.S. economy in 2023 despite high interest rates.
  • Retailer Outlook: Retailers reported mixed results for the holiday season, with some experiencing steady sales and others noting a pullback in consumer spending.
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