Loyola Chicago superfan Sister Jean steps down at 106 following a long career and recent health concerns
Sister Jean Bids Farewell The beloved 106-year-old Sister Jean, known for her unwavering support of Loyola Chicago’s men’s basketball team, has officially retired. After dedicating over fifty years to encouraging both students and athletes, her retirement comes just shy of a month after her 106th birthday. Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, a member of the Blessed […]
Gold Approaches $3,800, But Expert States ‘We Haven’t Hit Gold Fever Yet’: 39% Of Fund Managers Have No Allocation
Gold continued its upward trend on Monday, getting close to $3,800 per ounce. Strong demand and ongoing economic uncertainty are boosting interest in safe-haven assets. Even with these near-record prices, research from key institutions indicates that speculative excitement has not really kicked in, implying there may be further upside for gold. Invest in gold This […]
How Wind and Solar Are Secretly Increasing Electricity Costs
In the early months of 2025, new power generation in the U.S. was dominated by solar and wind energy. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reported the addition of 15 Gigawatts (GW) of capacity—11.5 GW from solar, 2.3 GW from wind, and 1.3 GW from gas. Voices from the industry, like Stephanie Bosh from the […]
Magnet schools in NYC, Chicago, and Virginia to face over $24 million drop in federal funding
Loss of Federal Funding for Schools Over Civil Rights Violations Several school districts, including those in New York City, Chicago, and Fairfax County, Virginia, are set to lose over $24 million in federal funding due to their failure to meet a deadline established by the Trump administration regarding potential civil rights violations. Warnings had been […]
Jimmy Kimmel is back after his suspension and criticizes the FCC regarding free speech.
Jimmy Kimmel made his return to ABC on Tuesday after almost a week off, where he delivered a 30-minute monologue criticizing the Trump administration for its perceived hypocrisy surrounding free speech issues. In his remarks, Kimmel raised questions about whether the government should have the authority to regulate downloadable podcasts, suggesting that such oversight could […]
The competition for the last forward positions on the Islanders’ roster is intense.
Islanders’ Roster Changes and Preseason Insights A year back, Max Tseplakov was on the second line while Casey Sidicus frequently occupied a spot on the third line. Fast forward to now, and both have found themselves pushed down to the fourth line as the Islanders enter training camp with an impressively deep roster. This shift […]
Trump criticizes ABC for retaining Jimmy Kimmel following the suspension issue
Trump Critiques ABC and Jimmy Kimmel Former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Tuesday night to express his discontent with ABC and late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, questioning the network’s choice to feature him again. He stated, “I can’t believe ABC Fake News gave Jimmy Kimmel his job,” reflecting on how the White House […]
BMO Plans to Divest Certain US Branches Following Bank of the West Purchase
Bank of Montreal (BMO) is reportedly considering the sale of some of its U.S. branches, particularly those in Wyoming and the Dakotas. According to a source cited by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), banks often offload branches either individually or in groups, sometimes bundling loans with deposits. BMO has initiated this sales process, although reports […]
Jimmy Kimmel tears up during his late-night monologue after coming back from a suspension.
After nearly a week off the air, Jimmy Kimmel made an emotional return to “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Tuesday. He spoke out regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. During his monologue, Kimmel reflected on his previous comments about Kirk’s death. “I don’t expect to change anyone’s mind, but I have to say, you’re […]
Japanese Yen falls on low PMI; differences between BoJ and Fed to restrict losses
The Japanese yen weakens following disappointing PMI results from Japan. A slight rise in the USD further boosts the USD/JPY pair during the day.