Iran has warned Israel and the United States of a potential larger response if there is any retaliation for its recent attack on Israeli territory, while analysts speculate on how financial markets will react to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
### Summary A rare pen-and-ink sketch depicting 18th-century American troops and their female companions during the Revolutionary War, believed to be the earliest eyewitness depiction of its kind, has been discovered by a curator at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia and identified as the work of artist Pierre Eugene du Simitiere.
A new report accuses the plastics industry of misleading the public about the effectiveness of plastic recycling, with only 5 to 6 percent of plastic waste in the U.S. actually being recycled, according to the Department of Energy.
Stocks fell during the past week due to concerns about sticky inflation potentially preventing the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates, leading to a pessimistic outlook for rate cuts and a focus on bank earnings and corporate updates.
Ghost kitchens, once seen as a pandemic-era innovation, are scaling back operations due to customer complaints and the stress of relying on faceless technology, with brands like Wendy's and Kroger shutting down their ghost kitchens.
Nvidia's recent stock sell-off may be a signal that investors think stocks have become overvalued and that the broader market is facing a near-term headwind, leading to a wait-and-see mindset among professionals.
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2025 could potentially be bigger than the previous year, but it may not necessarily be good news for retirees due to the time value of money and the inadequate reflection of healthcare costs in the calculation.
Despite its plunging stock price and underwhelming business performance, investors in Trump Media's Truth Social remain devoted to the former president and his mission, seeing their investment as a statement of faith rather than a business calculation.
Many employers have set arbitrary age limits for working and hiring, despite the fact that older workers are increasingly staying in the workforce and have valuable skills to offer, creating a need for age-friendly workplaces and hiring practices.
Investing in the Vanguard Growth ETF could potentially help investors reach $1 million in 30 to 35 years, depending on the average annual return and investment timeframe.
The Vanguard Growth ETF, with its diverse composition of blue chip and smaller growth stocks, has the potential to generate substantial returns and help investors reach $1 million over the long term.
UiPath, SentinelOne, and Baidu are overlooked AI plays in the market, with the potential for significant growth in the near future.
Airlines' dress code policies, which often lack clarity, have resulted in incidents of passengers being asked to cover up or denied boarding, sparking issues of discrimination and body shaming.
The US CPI report and ECB policy meeting highlight divergent paths for the Fed and ECB, driving further dollar strength and potentially impacting other currency pairs, financial conditions, and earnings estimates for multinational companies.
Intel, Micron Technology, and Broadcom are highlighted as top stock picks among AI-focused semiconductor companies, with Intel showing progress in catching up to rivals, Micron benefiting from the AI-driven boom in high-performance computing, and Broadcom emerging as the largest custom AI processor design house.
Tax Day is approaching and various restaurants and food delivery services in the U.S. are offering discounts and freebies to celebrate, including deals from Krispy Kreme, Hooters, GrubHub, Potbelly, Arby's, Dave & Buster's, California Pizza Kitchen, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, TGI Fridays, Paris Baguette, and Grimaldi's Pizzeria.
Modern warfare is shifting towards grinding wars of attrition, resembling WWI, where defensive "bubbles" are necessary to protect advancing forces against enemy firepower.
If you purchased weighted goods or bagged citrus at Walmart between Oct. 19, 2018 and Jan. 19, 2024, you may be eligible to file a claim in the company's $45 million settlement for allegedly inflating prices.
Wall Street strategists are avoiding discussing the potential impact of a second Trump presidency on American democracy in order to appease their big-money clients, leaving the question of what will happen to American capitalism under autocratic rule unanswered.
Faragalli's Bakery, known for its distinctive bread, may be closed for good after their century-old firebrick oven collapsed, potentially ruining the family's heritage.
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Cierto Reserve Collection Añejo, a $250 bottle of tequila, was named the best in its category by the London Spirits Competition for its exceptional quality and value.
Amazon and Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) are two solid long-term investment options for those looking to invest in the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence (AI) due to their strong presence and investments in AI technology.
Rolex's most exciting releases at Watches and Wonders 2024 include a grey and black bezel GMT-Master II, new variations on the classic Day-Date, an encore for last year's Perpetual 1908, dozens of diamonds for the Daytona, a new bracelet for the Sky-Dweller, and a gold Deepsea dive watch.
Bitcoin rebounded from a steep selloff, demonstrating the potential for increased volatility in financial markets as investors consider the implications of heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Warren Buffett and his team at Berkshire Hathaway have invested approximately $2.8 billion into Liberty SiriusXM, a tracking stock for Liberty Media's stake in Sirius XM, attracted by the stock's discounted price and potential for growth.
Warren Buffett and his team at Berkshire Hathaway have been investing hundreds of millions of dollars each month into Liberty SiriusXM, a tracking stock that provides a discounted way to buy a stake in Sirius XM's business, which appeals to Buffett due to its resilient revenue model and potential for growth.
Unilever, a consumer goods company with a portfolio of powerful brands, including Dove, Axe, and Ben & Jerry's, is currently trading at a discounted valuation and offers a 3.9% dividend yield, making it an attractive investment opportunity.
Flight attendant Mitra Amirzadeh has a unique strategy to convince passengers to switch seats so that families with young children can sit together, and she claims to have a success rate of 99%.
Flight attendants have tricks for getting passengers to swap seats, with a higher success rate for same seat-to-seat swaps compared to upgrades and swaps involving undesirable seats.
Oberweis Dairy, a long-standing ice cream and dairy company, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing over $4 million in debt to various creditors, including the Cook County Treasurer and a food products wholesaler.
The solar eclipse in Austin did not have the expected turnout as 78% of hotel rooms were booked, but it was not as high as initially anticipated, as eclipse travelers tend to have different spending habits and opt for more budget-friendly accommodations.
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing is estimated to be $46 million, with the winning numbers being 7, 33, 40, 43, 69, and Powerball 10.
The Powerball lottery jackpot continues to grow as no one won the $46 million jackpot on Saturday, April 13, 2024, and the next drawing is scheduled for Monday, April 15, with an estimated jackpot of $63 million.
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies experienced a significant drop in value, as the prices dipped almost 10% with Bitcoin falling below $62,000, resulting in potential liquidations and market chaos in the decentralized finance sector.
Guildhouse, an entertainment destination for gamers in downtown San Jose, has experienced a series of break-ins, with the latest incident involving burglars cutting a hole through the back door and stealing their safe, leading the owners to meet with city leaders in an attempt to address the ongoing issue.
Google is removing California news websites from some users' search results as a test to measure the impact of a potential law requiring the search engine to pay media companies for linking to their content.
Oberweis Dairy, the ice cream and dairy company based in North Aurora, Illinois, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, owing at least $4 million to creditors.
The most popular age to begin taking Social Security benefits is at full retirement age (FRA), followed closely by age 62, according to data from the Social Security Administration. However, delaying benefits until age 70 can result in larger monthly payments.
Google Removes Links to Some California News Sites Over Proposed Law Requiring Payment to Publishers
Google is removing links to California news websites as a "test" in response to proposed state legislation that would require tech companies to pay news outlets for using their content, drawing criticism from lawmakers and news publishers.
Republican lawmakers in the U.S. have criticized Joe Biden's government for allowing Huawei to launch a new laptop using Intel processors, despite the Chinese firm being on a trade restriction list, raising concerns over ongoing technology exports that could enhance China's military capability.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Argentine President Javier Milei have formed a "bromance" and agreed to collaborate on promoting free markets and exploring potential lithium projects.
Momofuku, a food brand started by David Chang, will no longer defend its trademark on the name "chile crunch" after receiving backlash for sending cease-and-desist letters to other businesses using the term.
Gold prices reached a new all-time high near $2,430 this week but eventually pulled back, closing at $2,344; if the reversal continues, support is expected at $2,305 and $2,260, while a breakout could lead to a move towards $2,500.
Oakland, California, changed the name of its airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport in hopes of attracting more travelers and boosting its economic impact, despite objections from neighboring San Francisco.
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport broke two of its busiest day records following the total solar eclipse, with 37,147 travelers on April 9 and 39,967 travelers on April 11.
Bitcoin's price drops below $67,000 ahead of halving event, while Ethereum and other top coins also struggle, with Solana and Uniswap being among the biggest losers.
Chemical drums found buried at Bethpage Community Park on Long Island have sparked outrage and renewed concerns about the link between the park's contamination and the community's high cancer rates, leading officials and residents to demand a full cleanup by Northrop Grumman.
Medical Properties Trust (NYSE:MPW) saw a spike in its shares after announcing the sale of five hospitals in Utah, which will allow the company to pay down a significant amount of its debt and reduce risk for shareholders.
The median value of annual property taxes in the US has increased nearly 25% between 2019 and 2023, with New Jersey having the largest median property tax bill for single-family homes in 2023, while homeowners in West Virginia paid the smallest amount on average.
JPMorgan Chase is launching a new business, Chase Media Solutions, that will provide marketers and advertisers with customer spending data to allow for precise targeting based on purchase history.
