The US car sales market has shown signs of recovery, easing concerns about economic malaise. According to recent data, sales are on the rise, indicating a possible end to the economic downturn. The improvement in car sales is seen as a positive sign for the overall economy, as it suggests that consumers are feeling more … Read more
India captain Rohit Sharma has sparked debate by insisting he made the call to drop himself from the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Speaking publicly for the first time since being dropped, Sharma rejected claims that selectors axed him and said he was simply trying to protect his team’s chances. Sharma revealed he had … Read more
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Ripple’s native token, XRP, has seen significant gains in response to Donald Trump’s presidential election victory, with its price increasing by over 240% year-to-date. The cryptocurrency now boasts a market cap of $121 billion and has minted millions of dollar profits for early backers. The case for optimism lies in the potential easing of regulations … Read more
Oregon has reported its first two childhood flu deaths this winter, according to the Oregon Health Authority’s latest influenza report. The children died in Multnomah and Washington counties between December 21-28. The state typically sees no to five childhood flu deaths per season. Last winter, there were none, but four children died during the 2019-2020 … Read more
US stock indices rebounded on Friday, January 3, snapping a five-session losing streak as tech stocks led the recovery. The S&P 500 rose 1.3%, driven by gains in Super Micro Computer (SMCI) shares, which surged 10.9% after accounting-related issues were addressed. The server maker’s stock volatility was temporarily eased, with CEO assurances on filing deadlines … Read more
A stark warning has been issued to Windows users, with experts stating that those who fail to upgrade to Windows 11 by October face a significant security risk. The warning comes from ESET, which notes that 800 million PC owners are at risk of losing security updates and exposing themselves to cyber attacks and data … Read more
For the second year, Santa Claus failed to appear on Wall Street, but stock market bulls are looking to a trio of seasonal indicators to gauge the outlook for 2025. These indicators, which include the January barometer, suggest that a positive start to the year could bode well for the market. The concept of the … Read more
The world’s largest cryptocurrency, bitcoin, has more than doubled its value in 2024, reaching a milestone of $100,000 earlier this month. The surge is attributed to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s approval for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to its spot price, as well as optimism over easing regulatory hurdles under President-elect Donald Trump. The … Read more
China is experiencing a growing outbreak of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, similar to COVID-19. The country’s foreign ministry has reassured citizens and tourists that it is safe to travel in China, while neighboring countries closely monitor the situation. According to officials, HMPV typically peaks during the winter season, but … Read more