In his annual open letter, published on Monday, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink typically discusses private markets, retirement, and expanding access to investing. However, this year’s message has drawn attention for what was left unsaid. The lack of specific mention of certain key topics suggests that Fink may be choosing his words carefully. Source: https://www.barrons.com/articles/blackrock-stock-fink-letter-esg-d6d5d196
Buying a home in the United States is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many Americans. According to Bankrate’s analysis, buyers need an annual household income of at least $116,986 to afford a typical home nationwide, up 50% from early 2020 when $78,236 was needed. The requirement varies by region, with the Northeast and West Coast states … Read more
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was found guilty of embezzlement by a Paris court on Monday, resulting in a five-year ban from public office. The ruling bars her from running for president in 2027, a significant blow to her campaign. Le Pen’s party, the National Rally, misused millions of euros in European Parliament funds … Read more
A technical issue has been reported with a Varnish cache server, causing an error code of 54113. The problem is related to access denial and has been identified by the server as “cache-iad-kjyo7100119-IAD 1743511894 3534477980”. This indicates that there may be issues with caching or authentication on the system. Further investigation is required to resolve … Read more
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Measles has been linked to serious eye damage and visual loss, with outbreaks emerging across the US. The disease’s symptoms often precede a telltale rash. Key signs of measles include cough, coryza (runny nose), and conjunctivitis (pink eye). The virus can infect the cornea, causing redness, pain, and light sensitivity. In severe cases, ulcers and … Read more
Google’s latest Android Auto beta update has randomly unlocked support for the Google app on cars, but its purpose remains unclear. The new feature appears alongside other Android Auto apps and functions like a messaging app, displaying notifications with “no new messages during this drive.” However, it’s uncertain whether this is a mistake or an … Read more
A recent report from Tom Henderson on Insider Gaming Weekly podcast has sparked confusion among gamers regarding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. According to Henderson, some dev kits issued to developers lack a 4K output. However, it’s unclear whether these kits accurately represent the final specs of the console. Nintendo never announced that its new … Read more
Microsoft is overhauling its iconic Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error message in Windows 11, swapping the traditional design for a sleeker, more modern look. The new design features a simplified interface that closely resembles the black screen displayed during system updates. The revamped BSOD drops the familiar blue color and frowning face, instead opting … Read more
Asian shares plummeted on Monday, with Tokyo and Taiwan benchmarks falling over 4%, as investors sought safe havens in gold due to concerns about a potentially toxic mix of worsening inflation and a slowing US economy. The deepening trade war under President Donald Trump has led to worries among households afraid to spend, causing a … Read more