US President-elect Donald Trump plans to issue an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America” on his first day in office. The move has sparked international controversy, with the United States, Mexico, and Cuba sharing control over the economic center. The gulf’s name is tied to a Native American city … Read more
The Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) has reaffirmed its commitment to allowing transgender student-athletes to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity, following President Donald Trump’s Executive Order banning them from women’s and girls’ sports. According to the MSHSL, eligibility for transgender student-athletes is determined by state law, specifically the Minnesota Human Rights … Read more
A recent state farm request for an emergency rate hike highlights California’s struggling home insurance market. An analysis by 7 on Your Side Investigates found that nearly 2% of California policyholders had non-renewed policies in 2023, affecting tens of thousands of homeowners and renters. Experts warn that rates will continue to rise. Southern California communities … Read more
Arm’s disappointing guidance for the current quarter has led to a sharp decline in its share price, raising concerns about a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI) chip demand. The company reported robust quarterly earnings, with revenue and profit growth exceeding market expectations. However, CEO Rene Haas’ cautious outlook for the full year 2025 has sparked … Read more
A new bill, introduced by Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), aims to require companies to disclose the use of algorithms when setting rental prices. The Preventing Algorithmic Collusion Act seeks to address the growing affordable housing crisis, with economists estimating that algorithmic price-fixing increased rents by nearly $4 billion in 2023. The bill directs the Federal … Read more
A medium-sized asteroid collision could drastically change the world, scientists warn. Researchers simulated what would happen if an asteroid about 500 meters in diameter hit Earth, which has a roughly 1-in-2700 chance of occurring by 2182. The study found that the impact would have dramatic effects on ecosystems, leading to food scarcity and issues. In … Read more
A growing interest in artificial intelligence (AI) has boosted optimism about cheap tech stocks from China, leading to a surge in the Hang Seng Tech Index. The index rose 2.9% on Friday, bringing its gains since a January low to over 20%. Key players including Xiaomi and Li Auto are among the main contributors to … Read more
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has been voted the 2024 Associated Press NFL Coach of the Year after receiving 25 first-place votes and 361 points. The honor comes as no surprise, given the team’s impressive 14-3 record and second-place finish in the NFC North. O’Connell led the Vikings through a tumultuous offseason, with quarterback … Read more
Beyoncé recently broke history by becoming the first Black woman to win album of the year and best country album at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Her achievement serves as a blueprint for economic empowerment, highlighting the importance of excellence in redefining industry standards. Economic power is often underestimated, but it moves markets more than any … Read more
A recent detection of bird flu in a stray cat in Half Moon Bay has prompted health officials to warn pet owners in San Mateo County about the risks. The infected cat, brought by its owner to a veterinarian, was found to have H5N1 virus. According to county officials, the infection is unrelated to an … Read more