Cloudflare, a popular content delivery network (CDN), has temporarily blocked access to its service due to an unexpected surge in traffic. The company detected a significant increase in requests, exceeding the allowed limit, resulting in a “429 Too Many Requests” error. This issue is believed to be caused by a large number of users attempting … Read more
US Treasury yields have surged in recent days, sparking concerns about the market’s appetite for riskier assets. The selling pressure on Treasuries has been fueled by a combination of factors, including tariffs, recession risks, and inflation concerns. The “sell America Inc.” narrative suggests that frustrated players are selling Treasuries, potentially driven by political sentiment or … Read more
The Porterville Irrigation District has ended its groundwater management agreement with the city of Porterville after a contentious meeting, sparking outrage among local growers. The decision to form its own groundwater agency is part of efforts to address growing tensions over water management in the region. The partnership, established just two months ago, aimed to … Read more
Dallas Cowboys legendary offensive tackle Tyron Smith is hanging up his boots after 14 seasons in the NFL. Smith, who played 13 of those seasons with the Cowboys, has decided to retire in the same offseason as fellow Cowboys great Zack Martin. Smith’s career was marked by incredible success, earning him eight Pro Bowl selections … Read more
A recent survey of U.S. adults reveals widespread discontent among Americans regarding President Donald Trump’s tariffs and their potential effects on consumer goods. The majority of reputable polls conducted since his April 2 “Liberation Day” announcement show a significant decline in his approval rating. According to the surveys, 50% disapprove of Trump’s handling of foreign … Read more
American consumers expect rapid price increases due to tariffs to be short-term rather than permanent, according to a recent survey. The median inflation expectations for the year ahead rose by 0.5 percentage point to 3.6% in March, but long-term expectations remain stable at 3% over the next three years and 2.9% over the next five … Read more
Researchers have discovered that even small exertions in daily life can significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. A study analyzing data from over 24,000 adults found those who engaged in two hours of light activities a day had a reduced risk of cardiovascular issues, while those who moved at moderate pace for … Read more
Google has confirmed that its Gemini AI assistant will replace Google Assistant on smartwatches running Wear OS. The update is set to arrive as a straightforward app update, bringing the features of Gemini to users’ wrists. A recent decompiled version of the Android app reveals how Gemini will work on Wear OS. Users can activate … Read more
Nico Harrison, the general manager of the Dallas Mavericks, has “no regrets” about trading away star player Luka Doncic. The move, which occurred just eight months ago, sent Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a first-round pick. Harrison defended his decision, citing his team’s philosophy of defense … Read more
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has seen a significant increase of 5.7% over the past five days and 3.14% over the past year. According to TipRanks’ analyst consensus, SCHD is currently rated as a Moderate Buy, with an average price target of $30.91, indicating an upside potential of 22.18%. The ETF’s holdings with … Read more