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Israel has launched its retaliatory strikes against Iran

Israel launched an offensive against Iran in retaliation for a large-scale ballistic missile attack by Iran on October 1. U.S. and Israeli officials anticipate a military response from Iran but hope it will be contained, allowing the two countries to avoid escalating into a prolonged conflict. However, the Biden

Man who accidentally threw hard drive containing 8,000 bitcoins worth half a billion dollars in landfill sues local city council for not excavating the site

James Howells, known for mistakenly discarding a hard drive containing Bitcoin now valued at over half a billion dollars, has taken a significant step in his quest to recover it. In a last-ditch effort, the Wales-based software engineer has filed a lawsuit against Newport City Council, seeking around £495.31

The US gov is investigating Tether $USDT however Tether denies and says old news

Tether, the issuer of USDT, is reportedly under investigation by U.S. federal authorities for potential violations of sanctions and anti-money-laundering laws. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino quickly dismissed the Wall Street Journal report, calling it a rehash of “old noise.” The investigation is led by prosecutors from the U.S.

Donald's Trump odds of winning the presidential election have increased to 65.6% on Polymarket

This week, Donald J. Trump shared a bold graphic on social media, suggesting that his path to victory in the upcoming presidential election looks stronger than ever. According to the graphic, Mr. Trump now has a 65.6% chance of winning against Vice President Kamala Harris, who stands at 34.

Elon Musk has reportedly been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022 per the WSJ

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has reportedly maintained contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022, according to a Wall Street Journal report published Thursday night. The report reveals that Musk and Putin have discussed various topics, ranging from personal matters to global geopolitical tensions. In one

With private equity rushing into skilled trades, the WSJ has dubbed Plumbers and HVAC entrepreneurs the new Millionaire class

If you live in a major metro area, you’ve likely seen service trucks driving by that have recently changed ownership. Private equity (PE) investors have acquired nearly 800 HVAC, plumbing, and electrical companies since 2022, according to PitchBook data. And that’s just for the larger deals—many smaller

GDP grew 7.6% over Trump’s four years in office, and has grown 11.8% so far during Biden’s tenure, per the WSJ

The U.S. economy grew at an average annual rate of 1.9% during Donald Trump’s four-year presidency. Under Joe Biden, through the second quarter of 2024, the average growth rate has been 2.9%—a full percentage point higher than Trump’s. For context, the average GDP growth

"2024 is shaping up to be one of the best economic years of many Americans’ lifetimes," per the Washington Post

The U.S. economy is set to continue driving global growth for the rest of this year and into 2025, largely fueled by strong consumer spending that has remained resilient despite inflation and high interest rates aimed at controlling it, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Tuesday. In its

The US Biden administration has issued its first ever approval for a new lithium mine in the US

The U.S. Interior Department granted final approval on Thursday for ioneer’s (INR.AX) Rhyolite Ridge lithium mine in Nevada, marking the first domestic lithium source to receive a permit under President Joe Biden's administration. This mine will play a crucial role in supplying lithium to electric

Apple, $AAPL, could suspend production of the Vision Pro as soon as next month amid weak demand, per the Information

Apple has significantly reduced production of its Vision Pro mixed reality headset since early summer and may halt production of the current version by the end of the year, according to a report by The Information on Wednesday, citing sources involved in component manufacturing. Initial excitement following the device’s

The United States has approved $20 billion in loans to Ukraine today

The Biden administration is working to provide Ukraine with $10 billion in military aid as part of its $20 billion commitment under a $50 billion loan package coordinated with the G7 and European Union, according to the White House National Security Council on Wednesday. After Russia's invasion of

The DOJ Justice Department has sent a letter to Elon Musk's America Super PAC warning that the daily $1 million giveaway to registered voters in swing states might violate federal laws

The Justice Department recently warned Elon Musk's America PAC that its $1 million sweepstakes targeting registered voters in swing states may violate federal law, according to individuals familiar with the situation who spoke with CNN. Musk, a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been spending millions

Donald Trump will go on the Joe Rogan podcast $SPOT on Friday

Former President Donald Trump is set to record an interview with Joe Rogan, the popular podcast host, on Friday. The interview will take place at Rogan’s studio in Austin, Texas, according to a source familiar with the plans who spoke on condition of anonymity. Rogan, who boasts over 14

Here are the IRS tax brackets for 2025

The IRS has released the updated federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2025. As announced on Tuesday, the income thresholds for each bracket have been raised, affecting the tax year 2025 for returns filed in 2026. The top tax rate of 37% will apply to individuals with taxable

Former Abercrombie, ANF, CEO Mike Jeffries arrested in Florida on sex trafficking charges filed by federal prosecutors in New York

Former Abercrombie, $ANF, CEO Mike Jeffries arrested in Florida on sex trafficking charges filed by federal prosecutors in New York. Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries has been arrested on charges of sex trafficking and interstate prostitution, prosecutors announced on Tuesday. Jeffries was taken into custody in West Palm

"Gen Z cares more about their purpose at work than a paycheck"

"Gen Z cares more about their purpose at work than a paycheck," per FORTUNE. It seems that Gen Z, the digital-native demographic, has a strong affinity for artificial intelligence. Amy Feirn, U.S. managing principal for transformation at Deloitte, highlighted this in a recent study on Gen Z

Grant Cardone has said earning $400,000 a year is "embarrassing" as a human being, and asks: "How do you make sense of $35k a month? You cannot live on $400,000"

Grant Cardone has said earning $400,000 a year is "embarrassing" as a human being, and asks: "How do you make sense of $35k a month? You cannot live on $400,000." Grant Cardone, a well-known motivational speaker, social media influencer, and real estate investor, recently

Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City mayor and Donald Trump lawyer, owes nearly $150mn to two Georgia poll workers he defamed after the 2020 presidential election

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered Rudy Giuliani, former attorney for Donald Trump and ex-mayor of New York City, to hand over his valuable possessions and his Manhattan penthouse to Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, the Georgia election workers he defamed. Giuliani now owes them $150 million in damages. Judge

Bill Gates, $MSFT, has backed Kamala Harris with a $50 million donation

fter years of staying out of political donations, billionaire Bill Gates has privately revealed that he recently contributed around $50 million to a nonprofit organization backing Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign, according to three individuals familiar with the matter. The donation was intended to remain confidential. Gates,

Kamala Harris has just said she would make a $15 federal minimum wage

Vice President Kamala Harris has voiced her support for raising the federal minimum wage to at least $15 an hour, stating that she would work with lawmakers to make it happen as part of her effort to strengthen her economic standing with working-class voters. "At least $15 an hour,

More than half of Florida, Tampa's homes on the market have seen price reductions, making it one of the hardest-hit metropolitan areas in the country

Inventory has surged by over 50% in key Florida cities like Tampa, Orlando, and the Space Coast, while demand has dropped by at least 10%, according to real estate data from Parcl Labs. In Tampa, more than half of the homes on the market have experienced price reductions, making it

Six-figure earners are getting nervous about falling behind on their bills

Households earning at least $100,000 are increasingly concerned about their ability to make minimum debt payments, according to a recent survey. The New York Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Expectations shows that it's been a decade since these higher-income households have been this worried about

The very youngest voters — 18-to-24-year-olds — say they're more conservative than the cohort that's just older

A new political trend is emerging in the U.S.: voters aged 18 to 24 are identifying as more conservative than those just a few years older, according to the latest Harvard Youth Poll. Why it matters: This shift, which has become evident in recent years, is seen in both

54% of Americans support the deportation of illegal migrants, including 86% of Republicans, 58% of independents, and 25% of Democrats

A new poll reveals that more than half of Americans, including a quarter of Democrats, support the large-scale deportation of immigrants living in the U.S. illegally. The Scripps News/Ipsos survey results come amid a 2024 election season where former President Trump and his allies are focusing heavily on

Amazon's, AMZN, new warehouses will employ 10x as many robots

Amazon has revealed its plans to introduce new robot-powered delivery warehouses, starting with its first "next-generation fulfillment center" in Shreveport, Louisiana. This massive facility spans five floors and covers 3 million square feet, which is roughly the size of 55 football fields, according to the company. The development