BlackRock Leads Crypto ETF Surge Amid Bitcoin and Ethereum Slump

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has secured net inflows in its digital asset-focused funds for a fifth consecutive quarter. Despite the value of these assets tumbling by 9% due to slumping prices of Bitcoin and Ethereum, BlackRock remains the leader in inflows. As of March 31, BlackRock held $50.3 billion worth of ETF digital … Read more

Jokić Achieves Historic Triple-Double Average

NBA star Nikola Jokić became the third player in league history to average a triple-double for the season, achieving the milestone alongside Russell Westbrook and Oscar Robertson. Despite joining such illustrious company, Jokić seemed indifferent to his achievement, saying “It’s nice. I didn’t do that before.” The Serbian forward averaged 26 points, 16 rebounds, and … Read more

Tariffs Won’t Bring Back Lost Jobs in America

US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose sweeping tariffs on China has thrown the economy into turmoil, with markets plummeting under pressure from Wall Street. However, experts say that this strategy will not bring back jobs lost due to globalization. The “China syndrome” or “China shock,” a term coined by David Autor, David Dorn, and … Read more

US Pregnancy-Related Deaths Spike 27% Over Five Years

A new study published in JAMA Network Open has found that pregnancy-related deaths in the United States increased by 27% between 2018 and 2022. The analysis, which looked at postpartum deaths from 2018 to 2022, revealed 1,891 “late maternal deaths” – a term used for deaths occurring within six weeks to a year after childbirth. … Read more

Reading The Financial Times Just Got Easier

The Financial Times, known for its in-depth financial news, has simplified its subscription model to make it more accessible to readers. For free, users can access limited content and features such as reading articles, receiving newsletters, following topics, and accessing the popular markets and finance blog, Alphaville. However, this option comes with a monthly fee … Read more

NRO Launches Ninth Proliferated Architecture Satellite Constellation Mission

The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) has successfully launched its ninth mission supporting the agency’s proliferated architecture satellite constellation using a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The mission, dubbed NROL-192, marks a milestone for SpaceX as it will be the 400th launch of a previously flown Falcon booster. Liftoff from Vandenberg Space Force Base occurred at 5:25 … Read more

Renowned Astrophysicist Jeremiah Ostriker Passes Away at 88

The late astrophysicist, best known for his work in cosmology and theoretical physics, leaves behind a legacy of discovery and exploration. With a career spanning multiple decades, Ostriker made significant contributions to the field, inspiring countless individuals along the way. Source: https://www.ft.com/content/d043f512-29e6-481d-a541-478a87515066

Argentina Secures IMF Deal, Lifts Capital Controls Amid High-Risk Gamble

Argentina has secured a $20 billion bailout package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), allowing President Javier Milei to lift most capital controls and stabilize the country’s economy. The deal marks a significant step forward for Milei’s libertarian program to normalize Argentina’s economy after decades of unbridled spending. The IMF’s executive board approved the bailout … Read more

Kirby Smart Emphasizes Importance of Fire and Passion in Georgia Football

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart emphasized the importance of fire and passion in his team’s performance during Saturday’s G-Day game. The Bulldogs faced a stiff competition from quarterbacks Gunner Stockton and Ryan Puglisi, who showcased their skills despite struggling with interceptions. Smart praised players such as Justin Williams and Chris Cole, who demonstrated high energy … Read more

Smash Brings Marilyn Monroe to Broadway with Charming Chaos

This spring, twelve new Broadway shows are bursting onto the scene, but one show stands out from the pack: Smash. The energetic and entertaining musical comedy, which premiered on April 10 at the Imperial Theatre, tells the story of a group of people making a Broadway musical about Marilyn Monroe. The show’s origins may be … Read more