Russia has launched a “massive” missile strike on Ukraine, prompting emergency power cuts in six regions and an air raid alert for the entire country. The Ukrainian energy minister said preventative measures were in force to address the situation. Earlier, Russia retaliated against Ukraine after Kyiv attacked Russian regions by firing missiles and launching drone … Read more
Bitcoin investors may face a turbulent quarter ahead as two opposing Trump crypto trades come into conflict. The price of bitcoin has dropped for its worst week since September, largely due to concerns about President-elect Trump’s tariff plans and the dollar’s surge in bond yields. Despite a pro-crypto Congress and White House, which had previously … Read more
Better Markets invites the public to a virtual event on January 17, featuring Co-founder and CEO Dennis Kelleher. The incoming administration’s deregulatory efforts are being ignored, potentially leading to a short-term boom followed by a catastrophic crash. This could devastate Main Street Americans and crush the economy. Join the discussion to learn more about the … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Pete Hegseth as his defense secretary, and at his confirmation hearing, Hegseth argued that his lack of high-level management experience is an advantage. Instead, he sees himself as a “change agent” who can restore the warrior ethos in the department. Hegseth, however, claims to have been targeted by an “orchestrated … Read more
Amazon is discontinuing its “Try Before You Buy” program, a service that allowed customers to try up to six clothing items for free before deciding whether to keep them. The program will be unavailable after January 31. Launched over six years ago, Try Before You Buy was a competitor to Stitch Fix, which has also … Read more
The owner of 66 Perry St., the exterior of Carrie Bradshaw’s fictional apartment, is asking the city’s Landmarks Preservation Commission for permission to install a steel and cast iron gate at the base of the brownstone’s steps. The building is in the Greenwich Village Historic District, requiring any changes to be approved as keeping with … Read more
Roki Sasaki’s potential MLB deal could have far-reaching consequences for Latin American teenagers, whose unofficial agreements worth millions are now uncertain. The 23-year-old right-hander is considered a top target for teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres. Sasaki’s unique situation stems from his status as an international amateur free agent due to … Read more
The International Astronomical Union has named 2004 GU9, a quasi-moon discovered in 2004, after the Roman goddess of doorways and transitions, Cardea. The name was chosen from nearly 3,000 submissions submitted by science enthusiasts worldwide. For thousands of years, Cardea has been revered as the guardian of thresholds, watching over transitions and doorways. This time, … Read more
The 10-year Treasury yield has reached a level that’s making investors nervous, climbing to 4.8% on Monday and approaching 5%. This rise is not just about the number itself, but also about the uncertainty it creates in the market. According to DataTrek Research co-founder Nicholas Colas, the 10-year Treasury yield has averaged 2.91% over the … Read more
A recent study from UC San Francisco (UCSF) has shed light on the potential benefits of hormone therapy for postmenopausal women with multiple sclerosis. The study found that 75% of MS patients are women, and these women often experience slowed walking and fine motor changes during the postmenopausal period. According to investigators, hormonal changes during … Read more