US President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying it is part of his efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. In a television interview, Trump also expressed openness to reducing military aid to Ukraine and pulling the United States out of NATO. Trump’s call … Read more
Celebrity icons and cultural figures gathered for the annual Kennedy Center Honors in Washington on Sunday night. This year’s recipients of the lifetime achievement award for artistic accomplishment are director Francis Ford Coppola, jazz trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt, and The Apollo performance venue. Raitt’s trailblazing career as a blues guitarist was praised by … Read more
Eddy Thorpe has been forced to withdraw from the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge Match due to a brutal attack he suffered, according to Deadline. Unfortunately, he has not been medically cleared to compete. The event is set to take place on December 7, and fans can catch it streaming live at 7 ET/4 PT on … Read more
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele is celebrating the country’s gamble on Bitcoin paying off after it surpassed the $100,000 milestone. In 2021, the nation gave cryptocurrency legal tender status and established a treasury holding nearly 6,000 BTC. This has generated a staggering 123.67% return on its $269.7 million investment. The national crypto holdings, revealed by … Read more
This week’s Weekend Update segment from Saturday Night Live (SNL) tackled hot topics, including Donald Trump’s return to the international stage after his presidential inauguration. Trump made a trip to Paris for the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral, where he rang the bell. Pete Hegseth, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Defense, faced criticism after … Read more
The rise of social media and targeted ads has turned the holiday season into an exercise in consumerism, with every influencer, media outlet, and individual churning out a new gift guide each year. This flood of recommendations is leaving many feeling overwhelmed and fatigued. Gwyneth Paltrow, Amanda Seyfried, and even celebrities like Kourtney Kardashian have … Read more
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is holding onto a stake in struggling food company Kraft Heinz, despite years of underperformance. However, the stage is set for a drastic improvement in the company’s business. New CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera has outlined a plan to reignite growth, focusing on unique strategies for each product line and ramping up innovation. … Read more
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, many Gen X voters are watching how his campaign promises will affect their wallets. They should expect a continuation of policies focused on tax cuts for businesses and individuals, particularly the wealthy. To prepare for the Trump economy, Gen Xers should consider four money moves: 1. … Read more
The Texas Longhorns secured a spot in the College Football Playoff despite losing to Georgia in the SEC Championship game, earning them the No. 5 seed and a first-round matchup against Clemson. The 21-19 overtime loss dropped the Longhorns out of four spots reserved for conference champions but afforded them a bye. The team’s appearance … Read more
Jackson, Miss.—Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba is pushing back against complaints from residents about the city’s new paid parking system, which has been in place since reinstated months ago. The digital kiosks have generated an estimated $2 million annually for the city, but some residents are concerned that the system is too complex and expensive. Residents, … Read more