The recent turmoil in the US markets has caused significant uncertainty among investors. However, recent developments may indicate that the worst is behind us. A brief respite from market volatility came last week when President Trump announced a pause on some of his tariffs. This move helped stocks rebound and showed promise for a turnaround … Read more
Major investment firms in Canada and Denmark, including pension funds, have scaled back their plans to invest in the US market following President Trump’s chaotic policies and increasing trade tensions between the two nations. This decision has been made in response to concerns over rising protectionism, anti-trade rhetoric, and shifting economic priorities under the new … Read more
The Lyrid meteor shower is set to appear in the night sky from April 16 to 26, peaking on April 22. Known for fast and bright meteors, it can surprise observers with up to 100 shooting stars per hour during its peak. In average years, the show offers around 10-20 meteors per hour. The Lyrids … Read more
Bowel cancer cases are on the rise in the UK, with cases doubling for those under 55. Experts say eating yoghurt daily could help reduce the risk. Professor Justin Stebbing of Anglia Ruskin University explains that yoghurt can modify the gut microbiome, a natural balance of bacteria that influences health and cancer risk. Yoghurt consumption … Read more
Christian Allaire, Senior Fashion and Style Writer at Vogue, brings a unique perspective to the fashion world. As an Ojibwe writer from Nipissing First Nation in Canada, he is deeply passionate about showcasing Indigenous stories and artists. His work covers celebrity style, red carpet fashion, trends, emerging designers, and more, with a focus on championing … Read more
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sparked controversy when he claimed that people who want to retire right now are not paying attention to the stock market. However, a survey of 400 readers on the cusp of retirement revealed that more than 90% of them closely monitor the markets. Many retirees cited sequence risk as their primary … Read more
A technical issue caused a brief disruption to the website of The Jerusalem Post’s sister publication, The Jerusalem Times’ parent newspaper The Times of Israel. According to reports, users encountered a “just a quick check” message before the site became unresponsive. Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-talks-with-us-to-stay-indirect-will-only-address-nuclear-issues-and-sanctions
President Trump’s tariffs may have inadvertently achieved his goal of reordering the global economy by inspiring investors to sell U.S. assets and move their money elsewhere. The world has invested heavily in America, with trillions of dollars flowing into the country each year. The US receives nearly $2 trillion annually from foreign capital inflows, a … Read more
A chaotic week for markets saw US equities on a volatile ride as Trump’s tariff policy sent shockwaves through global financial markets. Investors fled traditional safe-haven assets, with long-term Treasurys experiencing their largest upside swing since 1982 and the US dollar weakening sharply against foreign currencies. Concerns over stagflation, where growth stalls, inflation persists, and … Read more
Many online users around the world face a common issue with accessing certain websites and services due to geographical restrictions. This occurs when internet service providers block access to specific content based on a user’s location. The reason behind this restriction varies, but it is often used by companies to control who can view their … Read more