US Treasury yields surged in today’s low-volume session, driven by a strong 7-year Treasury auction that sparked a significant reaction. The auction resulted in a favorable imbalance between buyers and sellers, with light liquidity amplifying the impact. The move lifted 10-year yields by 4.9 basis points to 4.634, marking one of the largest reactions to … Read more
Ukraine is facing mounting pressure to continue allowing Russian gas to transit through its territory into the European Union after a crucial deal expires on December 31st. If a last-minute agreement isn’t reached, billions of cubic meters in gas flows could be halted. Slovakia has stepped up calls for continued gas transit, adding to the … Read more
James Gunn has confirmed that DCU films “The Batman” and its spin-off series “The Penguin” will remain separate from the larger DC Universe. In an interview with Gizmodo, Gunn stated that any characters or stories introduced in these projects would be considered “Elseworlds” content. Matt Reeves, director of “The Batman,” has also addressed his plans … Read more
Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’ company, successfully conducted a hot fire test of its new rocket, New Glenn, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The seven engines of the booster stage ignited and fired for 24 seconds, marking the final big technical hurdle before the rocket’s inaugural flight. The test was a significant step … Read more
Bitcoin’s rally is losing steam as it enters its final days of a record-breaking year. The largest cryptocurrency has struggled to break above $100,000 and is now at risk of its first monthly drop in four years. As investors assess the remaining impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s support for the sector, Bitcoin traded at $94,673 … Read more
At least 50 people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting a building in northern Gaza Strip, according to Hamas-controlled health authority. The victims included staff members from a nearby clinic, as well as babies who died from hypothermia due to harsh winter conditions. The Israeli military initially did not comment on the incident … Read more
Israeli forces have killed at least 25 Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip, wounding dozens more, amidst ongoing indirect ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas. Hamas blames new conditions set by Israel for delaying a ceasefire. The Israeli military targeted a school sheltering displaced families on Wednesday, killing several people. The attack followed another strike … Read more
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) continues to be a pressing global health concern. Stewardship efforts aim to reduce its impact on healthcare and public health. This year, Contagion highlighted key strategies, guidance, and initiatives to combat AMR. Experts emphasize the importance of communication and public awareness about AMR’s causes and consequences. A poll by the Kaiser Family … Read more
Actress Kaitlin Olson has publicly backed her friend Blake Lively, who recently filed a complaint against co-star and director Justin Baldoni over alleged sexual harassment. Olson posted on Instagram that Lively is “a kind, lovely, honest and generous person.” The post was seen as a show of support for Lively following the Times’ coverage of … Read more
Russia is leveraging bitcoin as a means of evading Western sanctions, according to Finance Minister Anton Siluanov. The country’s economy has faced difficulties in making and receiving international payments, particularly with nations like China that don’t use the US dollar as their reserve currency. The Kremlin recently established an experimental framework for cryptocurrency miners, which … Read more