The stock market may be on the cusp of a significant shift with the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Analysts polled by FactSet overwhelmingly favor Nvidia Corp, the leader in AI-hardware, for future gains. As investors and traders look to capitalize on this trend, they’re also sharing their experiences with timing Social Security benefits. … Read more
Christie’s auction house sold three rare dinosaur fossils, including a pair of allosaurus and a stegosaurus, for £12.4 million ($15.7 million). The fossils, which date back to the Jurassic era (145-157 million years old), exceeded their asking prices, with the allosaurus duo selling for £8.1 million ($10.2 million) and the stegosaurus fetching £4.2 million ($5.3 … Read more
Taking regular walks can add years to your life, improving muscular function and lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Walking at an average speed of 3 miles per hour (mph) is enough to reap these health benefits. A recent study found that if the least active adults walked an extra … Read more
A Brooksville couple, Donna Hartl and her husband, were excited about buying a vacant lot in January for $17,500. However, their plans to build a home on the property have been derailed due to an unusual easement owned by Duke Energy. According to Hartl, she did her research with Hernando County government and received approval … Read more
Mortgage rates decreased slightly this week, falling from 6.69% to 6.6% for a 30-year fixed home loan, according to Freddie Mac. The decline is the third consecutive week, with Freddie Mac’s chief economist Sam Khater attributing it to declining mortgage rates and the passage of time. However, with the end of the year approaching, many … Read more
Wall Street eyes two potential stock-split candidates in 2025: Meta Platforms and Netflix. Both companies have seen significant growth since 2022, with Meta’s focus on artificial intelligence driving a 62% increase in operating earnings and Netflix’s ad-supported tier and password-sharing crackdown boosting subscriber growth. Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) has been trading at $620, with median … Read more
A Filipino woman who spent nearly 15 years in an Indonesian prison for drug trafficking is set to return home under a last-minute reprieve. Mary Jane Veloso, convicted of smuggling heroin in 2010, was granted a stay of execution after her recruiter was arrested in the Philippines. Veloso’s case drew international attention and public outcry … Read more
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered an ankle injury during their Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns. The extent of the injury is unclear, but it’s uncertain whether he’ll be available for their upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Chiefs are currently 12-1 and hold the top seed in the AFC, but … Read more
Colorado star Travis Hunter’s win of the 2024 Heisman Trophy marks not only a remarkable achievement for himself but also a significant accomplishment for coach Deion Sanders. The win is a testament to Sanders’ ability to recruit and develop top talent, a skill that has been put to the test more than once. Hunter, who … Read more
Israel has agreed to double its population on the occupied Golan Heights, citing security threats from Syria. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that strengthening the region is crucial for Israel’s state and security. The Golan Heights were captured by Israel in the 1967 Six-Day War and annexed in 1981. Despite international condemnation, including from Saudi … Read more