China State Firms Pledge to Calm Markets with Share Buys

China’s state holding companies have vowed to increase share investments as the country steps up efforts to stabilize its stock market. The announcements come after US tariffs were imposed on Chinese goods, fueling fears of a global recession. Chinese state fund Central Huijin said it would boost share holdings to steady markets. On Tuesday, several … Read more

Congo’s Capital Flooded, at Least 22 Killed

Heavy rains caused major flooding in Kinshasa, killing at least 22 people, with most fatalities due to collapsing walls. The main road to the airport has reopened, but officials worry about its impact on trade. This is not the first time Kinshasa has experienced severe flooding, with similar incidents occurring in 2022 that killed over … Read more

Early Life Adversity Linked to Weaker Brain Connections

Research has shown that early-life experiences can have a lasting impact on brain development, particularly in the connections between different brain regions known as white matter. A new study published in PNAS found that children who experienced adversity in early life had weaker white matter connections across their brains, which may contribute to lower cognitive … Read more

Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Sell Out in Minutes

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are selling out rapidly, defying calls to “drop the price” despite the console’s high cost. The $449 launch price, alongside the $80 cost of the flagship game Mario Kart World, has sparked controversy among gamers. However, despite initial backlash, the demand for the Switch 2 remains strong, with pre-orders selling out … Read more

Exclusive iOS 19 Leak Reveals Squircle Icons and Design Tweaks

Apple operating systems rarely leak, but Jon Prosser has shared a recent build of iOS 19 with some significant design tweaks. The new UI features more-rounded squircle icons, reflective elements, and a redesigned TabView UI. According to Prosser, the Home Screen app icons are now more rounded, similar to those used by Android skins. However, … Read more

Tesla Shares Plummet Amid Growing Concerns Over Musk’s Role

Analysts are slashing their price targets for Tesla, citing concerns over CEO Elon Musk’s polarizing role in the Trump administration. Noted market analyst Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities reduced his 12-month target by 43% to $315, sending shares down over 7%. The move follows a drop in quarterly sales and growing recession fears tied to … Read more

Happy Days Cast Reunites After 50 Years

Beloved TV Series “Happy Days” Cast Members Reunite at Steel City Con Convention. A gathering of fans was a treat for those who grew up with the classic series “Happy Days,” which aired from 1974 to 1984. The convention, held outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, featured an all-star cast panel discussion attended by Ron Howard, Henry Winkler, … Read more

Trump’s Tariffs: How They’ll Affect American Consumers

US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on imported goods could have a significant impact on American consumers. The tariffs, which were imposed on various countries including China, Mexico, and Canada, aim to protect American industries by increasing the cost of imported products. However, this protection may come at a cost for consumers. Higher prices on … Read more

Historic Milwaukee Building Sold at Sheriff’s Sale for $5.2M

A historic building in Milwaukee, once used for commercial storage, has been sold at a sheriff’s sale for $5.2 million. The 1928 seven-story, 102,000-square-foot building at 3742 W. Wisconsin Ave., was purchased by an affiliate of Denver-based Ogilvie Properties. The property, previously owned by Platform II Wisconsin LLC, which converted it to self storage, had … Read more

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A website has blocked access to its page, suspecting automated tool usage. The reasons behind this block are: Several factors could be contributing to the issue: – Javascript is disabled or blocked by an ad blocker – The browser lacks cookie support To resolve the problem, enable Javascript and cookies on your browser settings. Additionally, … Read more