Retirement Backlog at OPM Exceeds 50,000 in December as Federal Workforce Decreases
In December, the number of retirement claims with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) continued to rise, surpassing 50,000. By the end of the month, the total claims inventory reached 50,566, reflecting a 4.5% increase from November. Federal Job Reductions Expected in 2025 This uptick in retirement claims can be attributed to the previous administration’s […]
Reasons for the Drop in NuScale Power Stock This December
NuScale Energy Faces Challenges Amid Market Fluctuations NuScale Energy stands out as the sole U.S. company with an approved small modular reactor design from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. However, the company has yet to secure its first official client, and its earnings remain quite low. At the start of 2025, NuScale Power, trading under the […]
Bitcoin and ether fall 22% in one of their weakest December performances
End of Year Struggles for Bitcoin and Ethereum As December wrapped up, Bitcoin and Ethereum showed little indication of the year-end rally that traders often anticipate. The quarter has highlighted how delicate cryptocurrency surges can be when market liquidity lessens and risk appetite fades. The anticipated “Santa Rally” didn’t materialize. Instead, Bitcoin tried multiple times […]
Market Close Sees Profit-Taking on December 30, 2025
Market Update As of the market close, March corn decreased by 1¾ cents, settling at $4.40.5 per bushel. March soybeans also dropped, falling 1¼ cents to hit $10.62 per bushel. “Consolidation was the main focus of the market,” said Karl Setzer, a partner at Consus Ag Consulting, reflecting on trends from Monday. “We saw profit […]
Federal rate reduction creates differing opinions among policymakers at December gathering amid uncertainty
In a recent discussion, Kevin O’Leary, Chairman of O’Leary Ventures, shared insights about the unpredictability surrounding future interest rate cuts. He highlighted growing divisions within the Federal Reserve and what might happen globally if political pressures compromise the Fed’s independence. The latest minutes from the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting indicate a significant split among members […]
Celebrities flaunt bikinis in chilly December temperatures
As winter takes hold, several celebrities are still enjoying their time in bikinis. Recently, Heidi Klum and her husband Tom Kaulitz escaped to St. Barts, where they were spotted enjoying the beach. Klum, 52, donned brown bikini bottoms, a white cap, and sunglasses while wading into the water topless, soaking in the sun. Kaulitz matched […]
Panel Amazed as Gas Prices Reach Lowest December Level in Five Years During Trump’s Time
Gas Prices Hit Five-Year Low in December On Tuesday, the panel on ABC News’ “Good Morning America” shared the news that gas prices in December are the lowest they’ve been in five years, based on insights from GasBuddy. According to a report released on Monday, average gasoline prices across the United States dropped for the […]
Three payments in December: Reasons Social Security and SSI checks will be issued early before New Year’s Day and who is affected
Social Security Payments for December 2025 At the end of December, many recipients of Social Security will notice some extra funds in their accounts. This isn’t due to new legislation but rather an interesting quirk of the calendar related to New Year’s Day. 2026 COLA Increase and Early SSI Payments Individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income […]
Gold prices in India on December 29
Gold prices in India experienced a drop on Monday, based on data from FXStreet. The price decreased to INR 13,053.88 per gram from INR 13,098.08 recorded on Friday. Similarly, the price for gold per tola fell from Rs 152,773.40 to Rs 152,261.80. unit measurement Gold price in INR 1 gram 13,053.88 10 grams 130,544.30 tola […]
Global News Update: December 27, 2025
Italy In a remarkable find, a wildlife photographer has uncovered thousands of dinosaur footprints, believed to be around 210 million years old, in a national park located in northern Italy. These prints, measuring up to 15 inches across, can be found in Stelvio National Park within the Central Alps. They form neat parallel rows, showing […]