Pornhub has blocked all users in Arkansas from the site after the state’s new age verification law went into effect.

In response to a new law in Arkansas mandating age verification for users, the most popular pornographic website in the country has taken the step of blocking access to its content for IP addresses originating from Arkansas. Visitors from Arkansas attempting to access Pornhub are presented with a solitary webpage

Elon Musk has added "No work is being done on this to the best of my knowledge" regarding a stock trading app on X/Twitter

Despite Semafor articles claiming that stock trading was coming to Twitter/X, Elon Musk has denied the claim, stating No work is being done on this to the best of my knowledge. We will report more on the story when we learn more.

Two weeks ago, Goldman Sachs, $GS, reported its worst earnings in years, including a 58% drop in profit.

Goldman Sachs reported a significant decline in its profits on Wednesday, attributed to a downturn in dealmaking and trading activities, which are integral to the core operations of the mega bank. Additionally, the institution faced a considerable setback with an almost $1 billion devaluation of its consumer and real estate

The US bond market is on the verge of a major breakdown - and that will send mortgage rates to levels unseen since 2000 and fuel more banking trouble, Peter Schiff

A looming crisis in the US bond market, capable of triggering a cascade of consequences, is being highlighted by an expert. Peter Schiff, the CEO and chief economist at Euro Pacific Asset Management, has sounded an alarm about the potential meltdown of Treasuries. This comes in the wake of 10-

Resumes including ‘they/them’ pronouns are more likely to be overlooked

A recent report by Business.com, a platform dedicated to business resources, reveals that more than 80% of individuals identifying as nonbinary express concerns that their nonbinary status could have a negative impact on their job search. Furthermore, 51% of respondents believe that their gender identity has had a somewhat

340 U.S. firms filed for bankruptcy in the first half of 2023, setting a new 13-year high

In the first half of 2023, there was a significant increase of 68% in U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings compared to the previous year, according to Epiq Bankruptcy, a provider of data on U.S. bankruptcy filings. Several well-known entities like SVB Financial Group, Envision Healthcare Corp,  Party

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez received $500,000 from an online flower shop operating mostly out of China

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez received $500,000 from an online flower shop operating mostly out of China, per Bloomberg. A watchdog group focused on campaign activities has raised concerns regarding a $500,000 donation made to a super PAC supporting Miami Mayor Francis Suarez's (R) potential 2024 presidential

Trump indicted

Federal prosecutors have brought charges against Donald Trump, accusing him of conspiring to secure a second term after his defeat in the 2020 election. The charges detail a prolonged campaign of deception and misconduct, culminating in his inaction while a violent mob of his supporters stormed the Capitol. Special counsel

The average entry-level home in the US has hit a record $243,000

The average entry-level home in the US has hit a record $243,000. The availability of affordable homes for first-time buyers has vanished from the US real estate market. With mortgage rates hovering around 7%, the average entry-level home in the US now carries a steep price

United States’s long-term foreign currency debt rating was downgraded by Fitch to AA+ from AAA

On Tuesday, Fitch Ratings downgraded its US debt rating from AAA, the highest rating, to AA+, citing a consistent decline in governance standards. The downgrade was influenced by several factors, including the recent debt ceiling negotiations that took place earlier in the year, posing the risk of the nation'

FTX plans to restart its crypto exchange for international customers

FTX plans to restart its crypto exchange for international customers The filing, released on Monday night U.S. time, categorizes the claimants into different groups. The initial group comprises claimants from FTX.com offshore exchange, referred to as "dotcom customers". Next are the customers of the U.S.

NASA is hunting deep space for Voyager 2 after flight controllers accidentally sent a wrong command that cut contact with the spacecraft 12 billion miles away

NASA is hunting deep space for Voyager 2 after flight controllers accidentally sent a wrong command that cut contact with the spacecraft 12 billion miles away, per Bloomberg. Voyager 2, hurtling deeper into interstellar space, has lost communication due to a wrong command mistakenly sent by flight controllers over a

Bud Light distributors no longer expect sales to recover from the Dylan Mulvaney marketing campaign

Bud Light distributors no longer expect sales to recover from the Dylan Mulvaney marketing campaign, per NYP. Meanwhile, in July, it became clear Budlight lost its spot in the US. Now, Modelo, a Mexican beer, records its second consecutive month as the top-selling beer in the US for May

The average 401(k) balance for a Gen Zer is about $7,100, per Fidelity

The average 401(k) balance for a Gen Zer is about $7,100, per Fidelity. Meanwhile, the retirement savings of Gen Z has come into question as a new report shows that the median for all of their retirement savings accounts sits at just $33,000. However, not all Gen

Prices for previously owned Rolex, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet watches will keep falling as supply remains high

According to Morgan Stanley analysts and WatchCharts, prices of pre-owned Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet watches are expected to continue their decline due to a surplus in supply. Although there is a slight decrease in total supply on the secondhand market, overall inventory levels remain high, as indicated

The amount of office space in the US is declining for what is likely the first time in history

The amount of office space in the US is declining for what is likely the first time in history, per Bloomberg. According to Jones Lang LaSalle, the reduced amount of new construction and the conversion or demolition of aging office spaces will lead to a decline in the availability of

Mastercard, $MA, has told US banks to block marijuana purchases on its US debit cards

Mastercard, $MA, has told US banks to block marijuana purchases on its US debit cards, per Daily Mail. Despite the legalization of medicinal and recreational marijuana in several states, marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Consequently, most banks in the country do not serve cannabis companies. A Mastercard spokesperson

Taco bell sued for false advertising

Frank Siragusa was dissatisfied with his purchase of a Mexican Pizza from a Taco Bell in New York City last September. He paid $5.49 for it but found that the beef and bean filling inside appeared to be only half of what was shown in the chain's

The SEC asked Coinbase, $COIN, to halt trading in all cryptocurrencies other than bitcoin before launching legal action against the Nasdaq-listed company last month for failing to register as a broker

Per excellent reporting by FT Before suing Coinbase, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requested the exchange to suspend trading in all cryptocurrencies except for bitcoin, signaling the agency's intent to assert regulatory authority over a wider portion of the market. Brian Armstrong, the CEO of Coinbase,

One of President Biden’s dogs, Commander, has bitten several Secret Service agents, and even sent one to the hospital, in a series of at least 10 incidents of “aggressive behavior”

Recently obtained internal emails from a conservative watchdog group shed light on a concerning series of incidents involving President Biden's dog, Commander. The nearly 2-year-old German shepherd has reportedly displayed "aggressive behavior," resulting in several bites to Secret Service agents. Over a span of

Bank of Japan shocks financial markets by adjusting its yield curve control program

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has decided to make adjustments to its yield curve control program, which has been a subject of controversy. The program's rigid structure is being eased, allowing long-term yields to rise above its previous 0.5 percent ceiling. As part of this move,

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak said that he recommends most people get off Facebook

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has expressed his belief that most people should consider removing themselves from the social media giant, Facebook. He offered advice to the rival company, suggesting that while some may find the benefits of Facebook worth the trade-off in privacy, many others, including himself, should

BREAKING: US announces $345 million in military aid for Taiwan.

The Biden administration announced a significant military aid package for Taiwan, amounting to $345 million. This marks the first major package under the current administration that draws from America's own stockpiles to support Taiwan in countering China. The aid package will include defense resources, education, and training for

At least 12 million workers in the US will need to change occupations by the end of 2030 due to automation and AI

During the pandemic from 2019 to 2022, the US labor market experienced a significant shift with 8.6 million occupational transitions, a 50 percent increase compared to the previous three-year period. Many individuals moved away from occupations in food services, in-person sales, and office support, seeking opportunities in

Twitter/X has hit an all time monthly users for 2023 at 541,562,214

Elon Musk recently celebrated the success of his rebranded social media site, X, which has achieved its highest user numbers to date. This announcement comes at a time when rival Mark Zuckerberg is facing challenges in maintaining interest in his "Twitter-killer" app. Last fall, Musk acquired the