President-elect Donald Trump is wasting no time celebrating bitcoin's recent surge and the wealth it’s generating for cryptocurrency holders. In a post early Thursday on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote: "CONGRATULATIONS BITCOINERS!!! $100,000!!! YOU’RE WELCOME!!! Together, we will Make America Great Again!"

A major health insurer is backing away from a controversial policy to limit anesthesia coverage in at least one state, according to Connecticut's comptroller. Why it matters: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield had proposed a policy to stop covering anesthesia costs if surgeries exceeded a set time limit,

In the spring, federal officials began investigating a significant Chinese breach of global telecommunications systems, which they warned on Tuesday is “ongoing” and potentially more extensive than initially believed. First disclosed publicly in October, the breach has been attributed to Salt Typhoon, a hacking group linked to the Chinese government.

This morning, a tsunami warning was issued and later canceled for the Pacific coast following a series of nine earthquakes near Northern California. Among the quakes was a magnitude 7 event that initially prompted the warning. The U.S. Tsunami Warning System has since declared the threat over, lifting the

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning in Midtown Manhattan in what police described as a "brazen, targeted attack" as he walked toward the company’s annual investor conference. The gunman remains at large, according to the New York Police Department. Incident Details: * Timing and

A recent report reveals that Generation Z—those born between 1997 and 2012—define "financial success" as earning nearly $600,000 annually. This figure is nearly double the salary considered successful by other generations and significantly exceeds the average American's yearly income. The survey, conducted by

Federal officials are providing more details about the J3400 standard, based on Tesla’s plug design, according to acting Federal Highway Administrator Kristin White, who spoke on Tuesday. The Tesla-Based J3400 Standard Gains Traction In October, SAE International, an independent standards organization, officially released the J3400 standard, built around Tesla&

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning in Midtown Manhattan in what police described as a "brazen, targeted attack" as he walked toward the company’s annual investor conference. The gunman remains at large, according to the New York Police Department. Incident Details: * Timing and

Anthem Insurance's decision to limit anesthesia coverage based on time has sparked sharp criticism from medical professionals. The new policy, set to take effect on February 1, 2025, has drawn backlash for its potential implications on patient care. Anthem announced the change in a November statement: “We will

President Joe Biden’s senior aides are actively debating whether to issue preemptive pardons to current and former public officials who may become targets of President-elect Donald Trump when he assumes office, according to senior Democrats familiar with the discussions. The White House is particularly concerned about a range of

In a pivotal move, U.S. prosecutors are calling for sweeping measures to rein in Google’s dominance in online search, according to recent court filings. Proposed remedies include divesting the Chrome browser, offering search results to competitors at minimal cost, and dismantling exclusive agreements with device manufacturers. Prosecutors assert

According to a recent survey by real estate brokerage Redfin, over one in five U.S. renters (22%) say their entire regular income is spent on rent. Taking on additional work is a common strategy for covering housing costs, with 20% of renters reporting they have worked a second job

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told Izvestia in an interview published Wednesday that Russia sees "no grounds for negotiations yet" to end its war on Ukraine. The remarks come as speculation grows over potential peace talks following President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House, which will coincide

The Supreme Court on Wednesday showed support for Tennessee's restrictions on gender-affirming care for minors experiencing gender dysphoria, delving into the contentious debate over medical treatment for transgender youth. The case tests the boundaries of state authority in regulating care that transgender adolescents and their advocates argue is

Chipotle, $CMG, has raised its prices by 2% across the US. Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) has raised its menu prices for the first time in over a year to offset rising ingredient costs, the company confirmed on Wednesday. The announcement boosted the stock to a five-month high in early

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning in Midtown Manhattan in what police described as a "brazen, targeted attack" as he walked toward the company’s annual investor conference. The gunman remains at large, according to the New York Police Department. Incident Details: * Timing and

Fed's Powell has just said: bitcoin is used as a speculative asset and it is a competitor with gold, not the US dollar. At the New York Times DealBook Summit in Manhattan on Wednesday, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell characterized Bitcoin as a speculative asset similar to gold

The French government has collapsed after Prime Minister Michel Barnier was removed from office in a no-confidence vote. Members of Parliament (MPs) overwhelmingly supported the motion against Barnier, who had served as prime minister for just three months following his appointment by President Emmanuel Macron. The motion was brought forward

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed Wednesday morning in Midtown Manhattan in what police described as a "brazen, targeted attack" as he walked toward the company’s annual investor conference. The gunman remains at large, according to the New York Police Department. Incident Details: * Timing and

Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, recently appointed by President-elect Donald Trump to co-lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, both took to X on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of ending the twice-yearly clock changes for daylight saving time—a practice millions of Americans and numerous states have called

Six-in-ten Americans say they are unlikely to get the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine, according to an October Pew Research Center survey. Smaller percentages indicate they probably will get the vaccine (24%) or have already received it (15%). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended the updated vaccine

Workers in the U.S. are feeling stuck, with limited chances for advancement and fewer opportunities to switch to better jobs. Why it matters: This marks a sharp shift from the booming job market of 2022. Back then, employees were quitting at record rates, job openings were plentiful, and higher

The University of Texas (UT) system will begin offering free tuition to students from families earning up to $100,000 per year starting next fall. On Wednesday, the university system's board granted preliminary approval to a plan that will waive tuition and fees for qualifying undergraduate students at

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced early Wednesday that he would lift the martial law order he imposed just hours earlier. The decree had plunged the country into its most significant democratic crisis in decades but was swiftly rejected by parliament in a unanimous vote. Yoon stated that military

Donald Trump reportedly picks pro-crypto Paul Atkins for SEC chair, to replace Gary Gensler. Paul Atkins, reportedly the top candidate for SEC Chair under President-elect Donald Trump, faces significant hurdles that could dissuade him from taking the position. Challenges Ahead The role is seen as unappealing for Atkins due to