US stocks rallied on Friday, as a better-than-expected jobs report alleviated concerns over President Trump’s tariffs and their potential impact on the economy. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average extended their winning streaks to nine days. The S&P 500 rose 1.5% on the day, regaining all losses since April 2, as investors became … Read more
The Washington Roundtable examines a recent surge in corruption within the US government, including allegations of self-enrichment among Trump administration officials and their cronies. Staff writer Evan Osnos describes this level of corruption as “outright” and “brazen,” marking a new phase in American politics. This week’s featured articles explore various aspects of the issue. Susan … Read more
Scientists have detected a surprising shift in the Antarctic Ice Sheet’s behavior, revealing a record-breaking increase in overall mass between 2021 and 2023. This development has significant implications for global sea-level rise. The East Antarctica region, once thought to be relatively stable, now shows signs of accelerated growth, contrary to previous studies that indicated increased … Read more
Many websites are now using advanced security measures to prevent abuse and protect user data. If you’re having trouble accessing a website, there are several common browser settings issues that might be causing the problem. Disabling or blocking JavaScript, or failing to support cookies, can trigger access denials. JavaScript is an essential component of modern … Read more
North Dakota has reported its first case of measles since 2011, sparking concerns about the effectiveness of vaccination programs. The child, who contracted the virus through an out-of-state visit and is not vaccinated, has been isolated at home. Measles is a contagious viral illness that spreads through the air and can lead to serious symptoms, … Read more
As we navigate life’s challenges, we can learn from our feline friends who handle rough terrain with ease. Under the Leo moon, this month’s cosmic advice emphasizes the importance of softening our approach to achieve balance. The Leo moon encourages us to be mindful of our relationships and habits that don’t align with our values. … Read more
Bitcoin prices have surged back toward $100,000 per bitcoin, fueled by growing establishment “panic” and a US judge ruling that Apple can no longer collect fees on purchases made outside of iOS apps. This change is expected to unleash a “flood” of bitcoin adoption. The decision comes after a long-running legal battle between Apple and … Read more
Warren Buffett downplayed the recent market volatility, saying it’s “really nothing” compared to previous downturns. The S&P 500 is down about 3% this year, a far cry from its record high in 2019. Despite this, Berkshire Hathaway’s stock has reached an all-time high and recovered all losses since Trump’s tariff announcement in April. Buffett noted … Read more
US President Donald Trump has been using his Truth Social platform to release a flurry of bizarre posts since taking office in 2021. The small user base of the platform allows him to post without much scrutiny, which he often takes advantage of. Trump’s recent posts can be broadly categorized into three types: attacking perceived … Read more
NASA has officially launched its newest space observatory, Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization, and Ices Explorer (SPHEREx), to map the universe in unprecedented detail. After a six-week calibration period, SPHEREx began its two-year mission on Monday. The space observatory is designed to create an ultra-detailed full-sky map of the universe … Read more