President Donald Trump has announced plans to fill two key leadership positions with significant oversight of the US economy, sparking concerns over the credibility of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. Trump has fired Dr. Erika McEntarfer, the BLS commissioner, and plans to name a replacement within days. … Read more
The Jacksonville Jaguars are navigating a crucial preseason week as they prepare to host the Steelers on Saturday night, raising questions about their strategy for live reps, injuries, and roster depth. Jaguars head coach Liam Coen acknowledged that deciding who should play and how much time they should spend on the field is an “ultimate … Read more
Chris Raschke, a veteran driver, died on Sunday after losing control of his vehicle while traveling at an incredible speed of 283 mph during a speed record attempt at the famous Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. He was 60 years old. The Southern California Timing Association (SCTA), which hosts SpeedWeek at the flats, confirmed Raschke’s … Read more
The US mortgage market saw an increase in debt balances and delinquency rates in the second quarter of 2025, according to a report by the New York Fed’s Center for Microeconomic Data. The total outstanding mortgage balances stood at $12.94 trillion, with government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac dominating the market. Mortgage … Read more
A US Marine and Naval Academy graduate vandalized the Dapper Dog Tattoo shop in Annapolis, Maryland, after witnessing a pride flag, ripping it from its front awning. The owner Charlie Garrett held the torn flag, which marks a hate crime against the shop. Source: https://www.axios.com/2025/08/05/early-colorectal-cancer-screening-more-cases
The July jobs report has confirmed that the US economic engine is sputtering, with nonfarm payrolls rising by just 73,000 and a three-month average job gain of 35,000 – less than one-third the pace of last year. This weakness in job growth points to an economy that may be slowing more than traditional metrics. Several … Read more
Super Micro, a leading provider of high-performance computers used to train artificial-intelligence models, has reported disappointing quarterly results. The company missed Wall Street estimates for fourth-quarter revenue and profit, citing increased competition from larger server makers like Dell Technologies and HP Enterprise. Shares plummeted 15% in extended trading, marking a sharp reversal after soaring 91% … Read more
Denver International Airport’s South Security checkpoint is closing permanently on Tuesday, marking one step in the airport’s efforts to improve security efficiency. The terminal will be replaced with two high-tech checkpoints, West Security and East Security, which can handle more passengers per hour. The new checkpoints offer a significant improvement over the old ones, with … Read more
Hims & Hers, the online male grooming and wellness company, has faced significant challenges in its latest quarter. The company’s struggles are not limited to its weight-loss drug segment, which has been impacted by increased competition and regulatory scrutiny. In the third quarter, Hims & Hers reported a decline in revenue, with sales falling short … Read more
Samsung has been one of the last major Android OEMs using traditional on-screen navigation buttons, but recent reports suggest that this might change. In a surprising development, two news reports have emerged that hint at Samsung’s possible shift towards gesture-based navigation. The first report from SammyGuru shows that Samsung’s One UI 8.5 setup flow now … Read more