After 10 straight interest-rate hikes, borrowers face sharply higher costs for credit cards, mortgages and other loans. Source
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Actor Elizabeth Olsen on new “Hattie Harmony” book and “Love & Death”
Critically acclaimed actor Elizabeth Olsen joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller “Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective.” It’s called: “Hattie Harmony: Opening Night.” Olsen discusses collaborating on the book with her musician husband, as well as her performance in the HBO Max series “Love & Death.” Source
At least 78 killed, dozens feared missing after boat sinks off Greece
It was unclear how many passengers might still be in the water, but some initial reports suggested hundreds of people may have been on board. Source
Ukrainians expected to finish Abrams tank training by end of summer
About 200 Ukrainians are in week three of a 12-week training program on the Abrams tanks. Source
Facebook whistleblower: No accountability for features aimed at protecting kids
Haugen’s new book, “The Power of One: How I Found the Strength to tell the Truth and Why I Blew the Whistle on Facebook,” highlights the importance of addressing the lack of accountability in the social media industry. Source
Actor and writer Dewayne Perkins stars in “The Blackening”
Actor, writer and comedian Dewayne Perkins joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his new comedy/horror film, “The Blackening.” The film is about a group of Black friends who reunite for a weekend getaway only to find themselves trapped in a remote cabin with a twisted killer. Perkins discusses transforming his original Comedy Central sketch into a feature film and tackling Black stereotypes in horror films. Source
Tori Bowie, track star and Olympic champion, died from childbirth complications, autopsy finds
The track and field community is mourning the loss of Tori Bowie. An autopsy report confirmed the three-time Olympic medalist was found dead last month from complications of childbirth. The 32-year-old was eight months pregnant. Elise Preston reports. Source
“Tipflation” may be causing tipping backlash as more digital prompts ask for tips
A recent survey suggests two-thirds of Americans hold a negative view of tipping. Source
Best online CD accounts 2023
High-interest rates are underpinning the superior yields of the best online CD accounts. Here are a few of the best. Source
Trump trashes Biden, special counsel Jack Smith after Miami arraignment
After being arraigned on 37 criminal counts for allegedly mishandling classified documents, former President Donald Trump went on the offensive, vowing to investigate President Joe Biden if reelected in 2024. Robert Costa reports from Miami. Source