The Chicago Bears addressed their offensive line early in the offseason and needed to plan ahead for Joe Thuney’s age and Braxton Jones’ free agency. They picked Armand Membou, a talented OT from Missouri who can start at tackle or guard. This pick was a steal, as many analysts expected him to go elsewhere. The … Read more
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell to 100.7 in February, down 2.1 points from January, with uncertainty reaching its second-highest level at 104. The index’s reading on expansion plans decreased by 5 points, the largest monthly drop since April 2020. A survey of small businesses raised concerns about stagflationary pressure, citing a decline in … Read more
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated that there are no guarantees about a potential recession hitting the country. He believes that robust policies and efforts to reduce massive government spending will help stabilize the economy. Bessent’s comments come as consumer confidence has plummeted, and many Americans disapprove of President Trump’s handling of the economy. … Read more
The TASBot community has long struggled to achieve consistent frame-accurate speedruns on Super NES consoles due to hardware variability. However, researchers have now identified the culprit: a cheap ceramic resonator in the Audio Processing Unit (APU) that affects the console’s clock rate. By utilizing an external frequency counter, team member Allan “dwangoAC” Cecil discovered that … Read more
Hundreds gathered outside a Tesla dealership in South Burlington, Vermont, to protest Elon Musk’s involvement with the federal government and his actions since being appointed as CEO of DOGE. The demonstration was held in solidarity with national protests against Tesla dealerships, with organizers expecting more local events in the future. Source: https://www.wcax.com/2025/03/16/hundreds-protest-outside-south-burlington-tesla-dealership
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett is reportedly considering the sale of HomeServices of America, a real estate brokerage firm owned by Berkshire Hathaway. This potential exit could be a strategic move by Buffett, given the company’s financial setbacks and market conditions. HomeServices, which operates through brands like Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and Real Living, has faced significant … Read more
Tesla’s electric vehicle sales have declined significantly across the globe, including in the US, Europe, and China, amidst growing protests against CEO Elon Musk. In January, new US registrations fell 11% compared to last year, while Ford’s EV sales rose by 54%. The automaker remains dominant in the US market but faces a challenging period … Read more
Discount retailer Dollar General plans to close 96 stores and convert six pOpshelf locations into its own stores by early 2025, the company announced. This move comes after a review of its store portfolio found that many shops are not generating enough revenue. The closures come as Americans struggle to afford basics due to high … Read more
A website error is prompting users to confirm they are human before proceeding. The issue involves a verification process, but it’s unclear how or where to complete this task. Users are experiencing frustration and encountering an “Please try again” message. The problem has been identified by the system with a reference ID of 489298cb-02a3-11f0-a6fe-9c1372418fb2. To … Read more
Economists have sounded the alarm about the possibility of a US recession, citing warning signs such as escalating trade tensions, stock market volatility, and declining consumer confidence. The experts agree that President Donald Trump’s tariff policies have contributed to the uncertainty, making it difficult for businesses to plan ahead. The Consumer Sentiment Index has slumped … Read more