Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt attended a book talk event at Columbia University, where he discussed Fareed Zakaria’s new book “Age of Revolutions”. The event, held on April 3, allowed Schmidt to share his insights and perspectives on significant historical events from 1600 to the present. Source: https://www.axios.com/2024/12/15/ai-dangers-computers-google-ceo
The world’s oldest perpetually paying bond, issued by a Dutch water authority in 1624, recently celebrated its 400th birthday and paid out approximately $300 in interest. The bond is now held by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), which acquired it from the Amsterdam Stock Exchange. The bond was originally sold to raise funds for … Read more
The Washington Commanders edged the New Orleans Saints 20-19 in a nail-biting game that saw multiple controversy-stirring moments. A missed opportunity to score with Jayden Daniels downfield and a disputed play clock stoppage marred what otherwise proved to be an impressive comeback victory. Dan Quinn, the Commanders’ head coach, took the high road regarding the … Read more
Actress Sydney Sweeney has shut down internet trolls who made derogatory comments about her body on social media by sharing a video montage of herself in action, showcasing her fitness transformation for an upcoming biopic. The “Euphoria” star posted the clip on Instagram, which features clips from her training regimen as professional boxer Christy Martin. … Read more
Walking has been touted as a low-impact exercise that’s easy on the joints, yet provides numerous benefits for overall health and wellbeing. A recent study found that walking just 3,867 steps daily can lower mortality risk. Now, fitness coach Emma Simarro shares her 30-minute walking workout, perfect for those looking to boost their cardio fitness … Read more
Bitcoin’s price surged almost 5% on December 15 to reach an all-time high of $106,554 before falling slightly. The rally is fueled by speculation that Bitcoin may become a US reserve asset under the new Trump administration. Several experts are predicting a significant increase in Bitcoin’s value, with some forecasting it could reach $125,000 by … Read more
A Hernando County couple, the Hartls, had planned to build their dream home on 17,500 square feet of land they purchased for $17,500. However, a neighbor informed them that Duke Energy held an easement on the property, prohibiting construction within 100 feet of the pole in any direction. County records confirmed the property was zoned … Read more
A technical issue has caused a popular website to become temporarily unavailable due to an excessive number of requests. The error message ‘429 Too Many Requests’ was displayed on the site, indicating that the server had reached its limit for handling incoming traffic. The cause of the issue is not yet known, but it is … Read more
Tesla’s innovation in autonomous driving technology shows promise, but its high valuation and cyclical nature pose significant risks for long-term investors. The company’s revenue diversification, particularly with Full Self-Driving (FSD), is a positive aspect. However, concerns remain about macroeconomic sensitivity and the potential for downturns. Valuation challenges arise from market expectations that leave little room … Read more
US consumers are facing rising costs for everyday essentials like eggs, as a nationwide monthly spike of 8.2% pushes prices up. The surge in egg prices is attributed to the ongoing avian flu outbreak and supply chain disruptions. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the annual rate of grocery price inflation stands … Read more