President Trump has repeatedly demanded lower interest rates, echoing his 2018 style of “jawboning” the Federal Reserve. However, his administration now appears to be taking a more subtle approach. According to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the goal is to bring long-term interest rates down, not solely through Fed rate cuts. The Fed controls short-term rates, … Read more
The Democratic Party has seemingly found its footing after a period of listlessness, shifting its attention towards a new target: billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. Instead of focusing on President Donald Trump, Democrats are now positioning themselves to attack Musk’s business empire and policies. As evidence mounts, it appears that this strategic move could be a … Read more
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the Trump administration is prioritizing low treasury yields over Federal Reserve rate cuts. Unlike during his first term, Trump will not be pressuring the Fed to lower interest rates. Instead, the administration is focusing on fiscal policy tools to keep rates low. Bessent emphasized the president’s goal of lower … Read more
A growing outbreak of bird flu in southwest Ohio has raised concerns among pet owners, particularly those with outdoor cats. Dr. Nicholas Ballaban Prather, a veterinarian at Middendorf Animal Hospital and Laser Centre, is urging pet owners to remain vigilant but not panicked. The virus is often deadly to birds, causing massive die-offs and respiratory … Read more
Amazon has announced plans to increase its capital expenditures to $100 billion in 2025, mainly driven by investments in artificial intelligence. This represents a significant jump from last year’s spending of around $83 billion. CEO Andy Jassy had predicted this increased spending, citing the growing demand for generative AI. The company is rapidly expanding its … Read more
LIV Golf has made significant changes to its scoring format ahead of its season-opening tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. For the first time in the circuit’s history, every player’s score in every round will count toward their team’s total score. The change means that players’ performance is now under greater scrutiny, and high scores can … Read more
Elon Musk has been granted a special designation by the White House, allowing him to serve on boards and advisories without the usual public disclosures required of government workers. The 130-day limit set for special government employees could explain Musk’s sudden flurry of activity since Trump’s inauguration. Musk is now a “special government employee,” permitting … Read more
The stage is set for Super Bowl 59, but before the festivities begin in New Orleans, the NFL will host its 14th annual NFL Honors. Snoop Dogg will host the show on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Saenger Theater. Here’s everything you need to know about the event: NFL Honors will be held on … Read more
A mass shooting at an adult education center in Orebro, Sweden has left 11 people dead, making it the country’s deadliest attack on record. The victim was identified as Rickard Andersson, a 35-year-old who lived alone. The police responded to the scene, where they encountered intense gunfire that made it difficult to determine the number … Read more
The major awards for Thursday’s ceremony announced several notable winners in various categories. Josh Allen was named the MVP, while Saquon Barkley took home the award for Offensive Player of the Year. Patrick Surtain claimed the Defensive Player of the Year title. Among the rookies, Jayden Daniels received the award for Offensive Rookie of the … Read more