Investors are sending warning signs to economists and policymakers about an impending economic slowdown. The yield on the two-year Treasury note has fallen to its lowest level since October, sparking concerns about growth. The decline in bond yields is linked to a flight to safety in the market, with investors selling stocks and buying bonds … Read more
Pope Francis had a restful night at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he has been undergoing treatment since February 14th. According to the Holy See Press Office, the Pope received hundreds of letters from schools, associations, and young people on the occasion of his 12-year anniversary as Pope. The letters were brought to the hospital and … Read more
US President Donald Trump has nominated Michelle Bowman, a prominent banker, to serve as Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve for Supervision and Regulation. This appointment is seen as significant, given Bowman’s extensive experience in banking and her previous involvement in the financial sector. Bowman, who currently serves as a member of the Federal Reserve’s … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on aluminum could lead to significant price increases for new cars, with costs rising by as much as $12,000. Additionally, the increased cost of beer cans is expected to affect millions of Americans. Comedian Stephen Colbert addressed these concerns during his Wednesday night monologue on “The Late Show.” In a … Read more
John Mulaney’s new Netflix talk show, Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney, has received mixed reviews from early viewers. The show’s attempt to reboot his earlier iteration, John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA, seems to have fallen short for many fans. Critics say the new format is “cringe” and “boring,” with one fan calling it a … Read more
The US government lost its in-house digital consultancy, 18F, just weeks shy of its 11th anniversary, leaving many questions about the future of digital services. Founded in 2014 by Presidential Innovation Fellows, 18F aimed to improve public service through technology. The agency built an impressive portfolio of successful digital projects, including IRS Direct File, a … Read more
Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa Hackman, 65, died under tragic circumstances. The cause of death for both was initially kept private but recent details have been revealed. Betsy passed away from hantavirus in late January, a week before Gene’s death from severe heart disease, high blood pressure, and advanced Alzheimer’s disease. Gene … Read more
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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is planning to fund a large-scale study investigating whether vaccination might explain the rising rate of diagnosed autism in the US. The move has sparked concerns among public health experts, who say that scientific consensus already proves vaccines do not cause autism. Despite increased rates of … Read more
IRobot Corp., a consumer robotics company once targeted by Amazon’s acquisition plans valued at over $1 billion, has expressed significant doubt about its ability to continue operating. The Bedford, Massachusetts-based firm warned investors in its earnings results that it faces substantial uncertainty, prompting the board to initiate a formal strategic review. As part of this … Read more