Nasdaq Records Its First Monthly Decline Since March While Dow and S&P 500 Rise
Market Update: Stocks React to Investor Sentiment A late November rally brought stocks close to record highs. Investor optimism regarding a potential Federal Reserve rate cut in December helped recover from earlier market weaknesses observed mid-month. The S&P 500 saw a 0.5% increase on Friday, nearing its all-time high from late October, and contributing to […]
Christian persecution is increasing, but the media is not giving it enough attention.
Attack on Church in Damascus Claims Lives On June 22, 2025, a suicide bomber entered the historic Mar Elias Church in Damascus during an evening service, detonating an explosive vest that resulted in the deaths of 22 individuals and injuries to 63 more. This tragic event hardly made a dent in mainstream media coverage. In […]
Understanding Trump’s ‘no tax on tips’ as new IRS guidance on overtime rules is issued
IRS Guidance on One Big Beautiful Bill Act Tax Provisions The IRS has issued new information regarding the tax-free and overtime provisions under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which workers can use for the 2025 tax year. OBBBA was signed into law by President Donald Trump in July, following its passage through Congress […]
Hegseth rejects claim that he called for no survivors in drug boat attack
Controversy Over Military Strikes in the Caribbean On Friday, Army Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed allegations regarding a military operation that took place in September, where a drug-smuggling ship was attacked in the Caribbean. Reports suggest he ordered no survivors to be left after the first strike. The Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) allegedly ordered a […]
Is IonQ Stock Worth Purchasing?
Quantum computing stocks have garnered significant interest this year. Since 2024, these stocks have experienced a notable rise, fueled by growing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) and its intersection with emerging technologies like quantum computing. While returns from quantum stocks remain minimal, there are remarkable technological developments taking place. For instance, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang […]
Nets face challenges without Michael Porter Jr. in NBA Cup defeat to 76ers
Michael Porter Jr. has likely faced and managed more back issues than any other player in the NBA. However, with Porter sidelined again due to back trouble, the struggling Nets had a chance to evaluate their offense more closely. It didn’t look great. The undermanned Nets fell 115-103 to the 76ers in the NBA Cup, […]
Jalen Brunson and the Knicks move on to the NBA Cup quarterfinals after defeating the Bucks.
Brunson Shines as Knicks Defeat Bucks In a standout performance, Jalen Brunson truly showcased his skills while Giannis Antetokounmpo continued his dominance. The Knicks, at one point leading by 13 in the fourth quarter, saw that lead shrink to just two points, having hit only 1 of their last 11 shots. In a pivotal moment, […]
Scranton plans to purchase Fidelity Bank branch near City Hall for $1.85 million.
Scranton Acquires Fidelity Bank Branch for City Hall Expansion Scranton has officially purchased the Fidelity Bank branch located on North Washington Avenue for $1.85 million, intending to expand City Hall next door. This news was shared by city officials earlier this week. The Scranton City Council is slated to vote on Tuesday regarding a resolution […]
Borgen’s injury leads Mike Sullivan to adjust lineups again
BOSTON — Will Borgen Out for Fifth Straight Game Will Borgen sat out his fifth consecutive match due to an upper-body injury during the Rangers’ game against the Bruins on Friday. The 28-year-old defenseman was put on injured reserve last weekend and has missed seven of the last eight games for the team. In his […]
Bitcoin Expected to Reach $1.5M? Cathie Wood Believes It’s Just a Question of Time
Cathie Wood’s Bold Bitcoin Prediction Cathie Wood, the founder and CEO of ARK Invest, has once again expressed her optimism regarding Bitcoin, suggesting it could reach as high as $1.5 million by 2030. During a recent webinar, she maintained that the current economic downturn should be viewed as a temporary pause rather than a definitive […]