A certificate of deposit (CD) account has become a top choice for savers looking to protect their savings in 2023 and 2024. With interest rates on long-term CDs fixed, savers can earn a competitive rate that remains the same until maturity, despite market fluctuations. Comparing long-term CDs to three other alternatives: High-yield savings accounts offer … Read more
Prince Harry says his life in the United States is what his mother, Princess Diana, would have wanted for him. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex relocated to Montecito, California four years ago to pursue a more private and independent lifestyle. Speaking at The New York Times Dealbook Summit, Prince Harry revealed that he enjoys … Read more
A patient recently arrived at UH St. John Medical Center’s Emergency Department with flu-like symptoms after traveling from Tanzania. The hospital is utilizing proper masking and isolation protocols to ensure the patient’s safety and the safety of others. The patient’s condition has been reported to the Ohio Department of Health, and their evaluation continues. Source: … Read more
Bitcoin has broken through the $100,000 threshold as investors celebrate a strong rally in the crypto market. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a record high of over 45,000 for the first time ever, fueling hopes of another stellar year for stocks. In contrast, long-term Treasury yields have fallen for three consecutive weeks, down … Read more
Taylor Swift kicked off her final city on the Eras Tour in Vancouver last night with just three shows remaining. The 14-time Grammy winner has been touring almost non-stop for over a year, adding two surprise songs to her 44-song set list at each show. For the first night, Swift performed mashups of “Haunted” and … Read more
The S&P 500 index is set to undergo its quarterly rebalancing, which could bring new stocks into the benchmark large-cap US stock index. Companies like Coinbase, Block, and Robinhood are among those that meet the criteria for potential entry. However, choosing these new entrants is not strictly based on science, but rather a combination of … Read more
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) reported its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, showing slower growth in its artificial intelligence-related systems. Despite this, analysts expect long-term benefits for the company’s stock from increased data center servers processing AI workloads. The maker of computer servers and networking equipment reported a 15% increase in revenue to $8.5 billion, with adjusted earnings … Read more
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne’s roboticists have developed a bird-inspired drone, RAVEN, that can jump into the air and walk on the ground with ease. The drone uses multifunctional legs, similar to those of birds, which store and release energy in tendon-like springs and flexible toes. Researchers discovered that jumping takeoff is more energy-efficient than … Read more
A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy can effectively reduce symptoms of depression among clinicians who provided front-line COVID-19 care during the pandemic. The therapy resulted in significant reductions in depression, with an average decline of 21.33 points on a rating scale, compared to an average reduction of 9.33 points … Read more
Pantone has announced its 2025 color of the year as Mocha Mousse, a demure and serene brown shade that marks a departure from the bold and bright hues of previous years. The color company’s vice president, Laurie Pressman, says that Mocha Mousse is “a mellow brown infused with a sensorial and comforting warmth” that evokes … Read more