Server Overload: API Request Exceeded

A 429 Too Many Requests error has occurred when an excessive number of requests were made to a server within a short period. This issue occurs when the server’s capacity is exceeded, preventing further requests from being processed. The error typically indicates that the user or application has exceeded the rate limit set by the … Read more

Dollar’s Trump Boom Faces Reality Check by End 2025

The dollar’s surge, fueled by President-elect Donald Trump’s policies and interest-rate cuts, is facing a potential reality check. Morgan Stanley predicts the dollar will drop below current levels by December 2025. Societe Generale also warns of a significant decline, foreseeing the ICE US Dollar Index falling 6% by year-end. Several Wall Street firms, including JPMorgan … Read more

Bali Nine Gang Members Return Home After 20 Years in Prison

The five remaining members of the infamous “Bali Nine” drug ring have been released from Indonesian prison after nearly 20 years and are now back home in Australia. The gang, which consisted of nine young Australians who were arrested in 2005 for smuggling heroin out of Bali, has a complex history that includes executions, lengthy … Read more

Fiji Bar Poisoning Leaves Seven Tourists Ill After Pina Colada Consumption

Seven foreigners, including five tourists from the US and Australia, were hospitalized in Fiji after consuming pina coladas at a five-star resort’s bar. The incident has raised concerns about drink spiking and methanol poisoning in the country. According to local authorities, the guests displayed nausea, vomiting, and neurological symptoms shortly after drinking the cocktail. They … Read more

Florida Couple Stuck with $17,500 Vacant Lot Due to Hidden Easement

A Florida couple, Donna Hartl and her husband, bought a vacant lot for $17,500 but discovered they are barred by law from building on it due to a decades-old Duke Energy easement that prohibits construction within 100 feet of a transmission pole. Despite doing their due diligence, the couple was unaware of the easement, which … Read more

Markets React to China’s Slowing Retail Sales

China kicked off the week with underwhelming retail sales data, disappointing forecasts of a 4.6% year-over-year increase. Instead, sales rose just 3.0%. House prices continued to fall, but industrial output remained steady. The news sparked a sell-off in Chinese bond markets, with yields hitting record lows. This has prompted the central bank to scrutinize commercial … Read more

Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder on Campus

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes, affecting millions of Americans. College students are particularly vulnerable due to academic pressures and social isolation. Symptoms include feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and anxiety. University Health Services (UHS) reports an increase in mental health concerns during the colder months, which can worsen … Read more

Vikings Secure Playoff Berth in 32nd Postseason Appearance

The Minnesota Vikings are heading back to the NFC Playoffs for the 32nd time in franchise history, with a 11-2 record securing their spot regardless of the outcome of their final four games. The Vikings’ playoff berth was clinched after the Green Bay Packers defeated the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football. The team is … Read more

Apple Redesigns Magic Mouse with Charging Port Fix

Apple has taken note of criticism surrounding its Magic Mouse and is working on a redesigned version. The new mouse will address issues such as charging and simultaneous use, and may launch in 2025 or 2026. Apple’s switch to USB-C from Lightning allowed users to share cables with other products, but the position of the … Read more

China’s Sluggish Economy Raises Pressure for More Stimulus Amid Trump Tariff Threats

China’s industrial output grew slightly faster than expected in November, while retail sales disappointed, keeping alive calls for Beijing to ramp up consumer-focused stimulus as policymakers brace for more US trade tariffs under a second Trump administration. The mixed data underline how challenging it will be for China’s leaders to mount a durable economic recovery … Read more