Mortgage rates have终于slipped below 7%, marking a brief decline after six weeks of increases. Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey reveals that the average rate on benchmark 30-year fixed mortgages fell to 6.96%, down from 7.04% last week. This marks the first decline in rates since late December, with one year ago averaging 6.69%. … Read more
It’s been less than a year since Microsoft launched its first Qualcomm Snapdragon X-powered Surface devices, and rumors are swirling about new models likely to debut as soon as this spring. A report from Windows Central highlights that the Surface Laptop and Surface Pro 2-in-1 could arrive with 11- to 12-inch screens, Windows on Arm … Read more
** President Signs Far-reaching Hiring Reform to Combat Bias in Federal Workforce In a sweeping order signed by President United States, federal hiring practices are set to undergo significant reforms to restore merit-based hiring while ensuring fairness and compliance with the law. The President directed the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy and key … Read more
The upcoming Road to Unova event in Pokemon GO features a paid Masterwork Research quest highlighting the mythical Shiny Meloetta from Unova. Available from February 24 to March 2, 2025, this challenging quest costs US$4.99 (or regional equivalent) and offers tasks that can be completed anytime after purchase. Expect to tackle difficult challenges, similar to … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an order to create a cryptocurrency working group, tasked with drafting new regulations and exploring national crypto stockpiles. The action also directs banking services for crypto companies to remain protected, countering claims by industry critics that regulators are blocking lawful crypto businesses from accessing banking services. Additionally, the order … Read more
A recent discovery has uncovered worrying levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in wastewater from treatment plants. Researchers at Old Dominion University are analyzing samples to identify perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which have been linked to serious health issues for humans and the environment. This study highlights the urgent need for further research to ensure public … Read more
President Donald Trump’s recent executive actions echo many of the principles detailed in his opponent’s conservative policy blueprint. A Bloomberg Government analysis reveals that numerous actions taken under his administration align with recommendations from Project 2025, a sweeping plan Mr. Trump once explicitly dismissed. Over 30 of Trump’s initial 47 executive actions this week mirror … Read more
The Hughes Fire, spanning 10,425 acres, began burning in Castaic and Saugus earlier this week and reached 79% containment by Friday evening. Initially forcing tens of thousands to evacuate, the fire has grown rapidly from just 50 acres to over 5,000 within hours, displacing more than 30,000 residents. The cause remains under investigation. The Angeles … Read more
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has uncovered evidence of ancient lava flows on Mars, shedding light on its transition from a watery past to a harsher present. Geologist Mariek Schmidt explained that the study involves analyzing samples to understand how long Mars once supported liquid water and what this means for future missions. The findings could … Read more
Team Ninja and Platinum Games shocked gamers with the announcement of *Ninja Gaiden 4* as the surprise game reveal during the Xbox Developer Direct. While the title suggests a sequel, the new game introduces Yakuma, a protagonist opposed to Ryu Hayabusa, the series’ iconic hero. A producer explained that Tokyo has been transformed into a … Read more