Unusual Whales

Joe Biden has given Hillary Clinton the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Vogue editor Dame Anna Wintour, U2 frontman Bono, and billionaire George Soros were among those honored with America’s highest civilian award by outgoing President Joe Biden. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton joined actors Denzel Washington and Michael J. Fox as recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom during

Donald Trump to be sentenced in hush money case on January 10

A judge on Friday scheduled President-elect Donald Trump's sentencing for his hush money case on January 10, just over a week before his return to the White House. However, the judge indicated that Trump would not be sent to jail. This development still puts Trump on track to

China is witnessing a surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, sparking concerns of another health crisis after COVID-19 pandemic

China is seeing a significant increase in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, raising concerns about a potential new health crisis after the COVID-19 pandemic. Reports and social media posts describe overcrowded hospitals, with mentions of various viruses circulating, including HMPV, influenza A, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and COVID-19. HMPV is a respiratory virus

69% of Americans believe health insurance claim denials are at least partly responsible for the UnitedHealthcare CEO's death

Most Americans see health insurance profits and coverage denials as contributing factors in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, though they assign primary responsibility to the person who pulled the trigger, according to a new poll. The survey, conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, found that about

"Banks want in on Tether’s billions in stablecoin profits"

Banks, long envious of Tether Holdings' billions in profits from stablecoins, are now jumping into the market themselves. This year, Societe Generale - Forge (SG-Forge) made its euro-backed stablecoin, essentially a blockchain-based representation of fiat currency, available to retail investors. Other financial institutions are following suit. Oddo BHF SCA

Diamond giant De Beers has seen its stockpile reach $2 billion, the biggest since the 2008 financial crisis

De Beers is grappling with a surplus of natural diamonds, with its inventory reaching $2 billion—the highest level since the 2008 financial crisis—according to the Financial Times. This stockpile has remained at approximately $2 billion for much of 2024, reflecting waning demand for rough diamonds. "It'

"There have never been as many cars on the road—around 290 million light vehicles—and they have never been so old

The number of light vehicles on American roads has reached a record high—around 290 million—and they’ve never been older. This shift reflects improved manufacturing quality, as vehicles routinely surpass 100,000 miles, a milestone that used to be remarkable. Thirty years ago, the average car was 8.

Google, GOOGL, CEO Sundar Pichai, has requested employees to move faster and ‘stay scrappy’ ahead of pivotal year in AI

Google CEO Sundar Pichai and other top executives concluded the year with a pivotal strategy meeting on December 18, focusing on what they see as a crucial year ahead, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence. During the meeting, audio of which was obtained by CNBC, Pichai emphasized the need

Mortgage rates may remain above 6% 'even until 2026,' Walton Global EVP of Capital Markets Katie Hubbard has said

In 2024, Americans experienced some financial relief as inflation eased, prompting the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates three times. These cuts followed a period of aggressive rate hikes that had pushed borrowing costs to their highest levels in 23 years in an effort to combat surging prices. Looking ahead

Billionaires have seen their combined wealth increase 121% over the past decade to $14 trillion

Over the past decade, the combined wealth of billionaires has surged by 121%, reaching $14 trillion, according to a report from Swiss bank UBS released Thursday. Tech billionaires saw the fastest growth in their fortunes during this period. The number of billionaires globally grew from 1,757 in 2013 to

Auto loan delinquency rates are at their highest in more than a decade

A new report highlights a troubling rise in credit card loan defaults, with experts warning that Americans’ mounting consumer debt is reaching a breaking point. During the first nine months of 2024, lenders wrote off over $46 billion in seriously delinquent credit card loans, according to data from BankRegData analyzed

Bernie Sanders has said: Elon Musk is wrong, the main function of the H-1B visa program is not to hire “the best and the brightest,” but rather to replace good-paying American jobs with low-wage indentured servants from abroad

Bernie Sanders has said: Elon Musk is wrong. The main function of the H-1B visa program is not to hire “the best and the brightest,” but rather to replace good-paying American jobs with low-wage indentured servants from abroad. The cheaper the labor they hire, the more money the billionaires make.

Wholesale egg prices are up 150% from a year ago

The rapid spread of bird flu among U.S. poultry flocks is driving egg prices to levels comparable to, or even surpassing, those seen in December 2022 during the post-pandemic inflation surge. In November, the average cost of a dozen Grade A large eggs rose to $3.65, up from

Married householders under 35 boast a median net worth 9.2 times higher than unmarried women and 3.1 times higher than unmarried men

The number of 401(k) plan participants with account balances exceeding $1 million reached a record high by the end of June, according to new data from Fidelity Investments. Approximately 497,000 individuals became so-called 401(k) "millionaires" in the second quarter, reflecting a 2.5% increase from

The U.S. lost control of Bird Flu

Nearly a year since the first cases of bird flu were identified in cattle, the virus continues to spread unchecked. Early efforts by the U.S. government to contain the outbreak by targeting dairy farms in a few states proved insufficient. Infections have now expanded to at least 860 herds

A social media post is going viral, where United Healthcare has reportedly denied medical care to a women in the Intensive Care Unit, having the physician write why the care was "medically necessary"

Dr. Zachary Levy shared a social media post that has gone viral, alleging that UnitedHealthcare denied medical claims for one of his patients who is in a coma. Levy stated that the patient, who is in the ICU with a brain hemorrhage, heart failure, and is on a ventilator, had

The Cybertruck now officially qualifies for the full $7,500 Fed EV credit

The base version of the Tesla Cybertruck is now eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit in the U.S., a move that could help boost sales amid challenges with demand. However, this incentive may be short-lived as both Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have expressed

Biden discussed plans to strike Iran nuclear sites if Tehran speeds toward bomb

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan recently presented President Biden with potential options for a U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facilities in case Iran moves toward developing a nuclear weapon before January 20, according to three sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Axios. The

Elon Musk has said: Cybertruck is the worst possible choice for a car bomb, as its stainless steel armor will contain the blast better than any other commercial vehicle

Authorities are investigating an explosion involving a Tesla Cybertruck on Wednesday outside the Trump Las Vegas hotel, treating the incident as a possible act of terrorism. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reported that the explosion occurred in the valet area at the entrance of the hotel. While the fire

FBI is currently hunting a terror cell in New Orleans as 3 men, 1 woman were seen planting IEDs around the city

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has declared a state of emergency in New Orleans following a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street early New Year's Day that left at least 10 people dead and 35 others injured. The declaration will allow state resources to be mobilized quickly to enhance safety

Tesla, TSLA, Cybertruck explosion at the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas being investigated as a possible act of terro

Authorities are investigating an explosion involving a Tesla Cybertruck on Wednesday outside the Trump Las Vegas hotel, treating the incident as a possible act of terrorism. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reported that the explosion occurred in the valet area at the entrance of the hotel. While the fire

Pipe bombs were found in truck used in New Orleans attack and were wired for remote detonation

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has declared a state of emergency in New Orleans following a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street early New Year's Day that left at least 10 people dead and 35 others injured. The declaration will allow state resources to be mobilized quickly to enhance safety

Louisiana Governor declares state of emergency

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has declared a state of emergency in New Orleans following a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street early New Year's Day that left at least 10 people dead and 35 others injured. The declaration will allow state resources to be mobilized quickly to enhance safety

Tesla, TSLA, Cybertruck explosion at the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas

Authorities are investigating an explosion involving a Tesla Cybertruck on Wednesday outside the Trump Las Vegas hotel, treating the incident as a possible act of terrorism. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reported that the explosion occurred in the valet area at the entrance of the hotel. While the fire

FBI says it believes New Orleans terror suspect was not solely responsible

An Army veteran, intent on causing mass casualties, drove a rented pickup truck through barricades and into a crowd of New Year’s revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans early Wednesday. The attack, which spanned several blocks of the historic French Quarter, left at least 15 people dead and