Pound Hits 4-Year High Amid Trump Dollar Jitters

The pound has reached its highest level in almost four years against the dollar, briefly surpassing $1.37, following US President Donald Trump’s comments on potentially naming a new head of the Federal Reserve by September or October. Markets were unsettled after The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump had considered replacing Jerome Powell, who chairs … Read more

Kazeros Looms: Arkesia Heroes Get Support Packs at 33% Discount

The Lord of the Abyss, Kazeros, is threatening the land of Arkesia, prompting heroes to gear up with discounted rates on all Support and Founder’s Packs. Until July 10, players can snag valuable rewards, including special cosmetics, highly desirable T4 items, and more at a 33% discount. Support packs offer essential resources to strengthen characters … Read more

Instant Coffee Linked to Dry AMD Risk, Study Finds

A new genetics study has found that drinking instant coffee may significantly increase the risk of developing dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. The study, published in the Wiley journal Food Science & Nutrition, involved hundreds of thousands of people and used genome-wide association studies to analyze … Read more

US Ocean Research in Jeopardy Due to Proposed NSF Funding Cuts

The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) research budget is under threat due to proposed cuts by the Trump administration. The 55% cut to the NSF overall, with a 75% reduction to research support in my area, would decimate ocean discovery and study. A more subtle but equally dire cut is already underway – funding for indirect … Read more

Dollar Hits 3-Year Lows Amid Fed Independence Concerns

The US dollar has fallen to its lowest levels in over three years, as investors worry about a potential erosion of Federal Reserve independence. President Donald Trump’s attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell have sparked concerns that the central bank may cut interest rates, further weakening the dollar. Inflation worries and Middle East tensions had … Read more

Understanding NBCUniversal’s Cookie Policy and Tracking Practices

NBCUniversal uses cookies on its websites and services to collect information about users’ interactions, including browsing habits, location data, and device type. The company provides various options for managing these cookies, including browser controls, analytics provider opt-outs, and interest-based advertising opt-outs. **Why Use Cookies?** Cookies allow NBCUniversal to: * Personalize content and recommendations * Analyze … Read more

Microsoft Ditches Iconic Blue Screen, Replaces with Black Version

Microsoft has announced it will be scrapping its long-standing “Blue Screen of Death” and replacing it with a new black iteration. The company claims this change is part of an effort to streamline the unexpected restart experience, making it easier and faster for users to recover from system crashes. The new black screen is set … Read more

Yahoo-konsernin sivustot käyttävät tietoja evästeissä

Yahoo-konserni käyttää sivustoillaan ja sovelluksillaan sähköpostiosoitteesi, sijaintiasi sekä muuta henkilötietoa evästeisiin. Jos haluat estää evästeen tallennusten käytön tai muokkaa evästetyyppejäsi, voit napsauttaa “Hallitse tietosuoja-asetuksia” -linkit sivustollamme ja sovelluksillamme. Voit myös peruuttaa suostumuksesi tai muokata valintojasi milloin tahansa. Lisätietoa evästeen käytöstämme löytyy yhteystiedoistaamme. Source: https://consent.yahoo.com/v2/collectConsent?sessionId=3_cc-session_3aedb3e4-85a8-46ff-a537-d9608503617d

Kenya Protests Death Toll Rises to 16 Amid Government Crackdown

Kenya’s nationwide protests against government corruption and police brutality have resulted in at least 16 deaths, according to Amnesty International. The demonstrations, which took place on Wednesday, saw thousands of people protest against President William Ruto’s administration. The protests turned violent as security forces fired live rounds, rubber bullets, and tear gas, leading to clashes … Read more

Fed Chair Jerome Powell Says He’s in ‘Wait-and-See’ Mode on Interest Rates

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has signaled that he is taking a cautious approach to interest rates, saying he is in “wait-and-see” mode despite calls from lawmakers and President Trump for rate cuts. Powell testified before Congress on Tuesday, where Democrats and Republicans expressed their desire for lower borrowing costs. However, the Fed chairman emphasized … Read more