Silver stands out in the 2025 global market while soft commodities and oil fall behind.
SINGAPORE, Dec 31 In the world of commodities, precious metals have really stood out this year. Silver has outdone most major stock indices and currencies, while gold reached new heights due to ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties. Industrial metals also experienced significant gains in 2025, with copper soaring to record levels. On the other hand, […]
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 […]
Rams fall to Falcons after a questionable non-call on pass interference halts final drive
Rams Lose Heartbreaker to Falcons Amid Controversial Call The Rams fell short against the Falcons in a closely contested game, losing just moments after commentators Joe Buck and Russell Yuke suggested that a significant penalty was overlooked during the final drive. With 16 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Matthew Stafford launched […]
Big cities experience rise in violent crime while overall national rates fall sharply in 2025: survey
In 2025, while violent crime rates have dropped nationally, a new study indicates that some U.S. cities are seeing a rise in specific crimes like murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault—even as the overall trends improve. The Metropolitan Mayors Association (MCCA) conducted a study comparing violent crime reports from January to September 2025 with the […]
2 Highly Favored Stocks to Sell Before They Fall 54% to 74% by 2026, According to Some Wall Street Analysts
Stock prices for certain tech companies are increasing, largely fueled by investments in AI. However, analysts suggest that sales growth for these companies may start to decline, prompting a reevaluation of their stock valuations. Some firms are relying heavily on debt for expansion, which raises their level of risk. 10 stocks we like better than […]
Italian skydivers fall to their deaths after parachutes become entangled mid-air
Tragic Skydiving Accident Claims Lives of Two Experienced Divers Two seasoned skydivers tragically lost their lives after their parachutes collided in mid-air. Hermes Zampa, 70, and Violetta Raiquechon, 63, both died on the spot. Hermes had over 30 years of skydiving experience, with more than 2,000 jumps under his belt, and he was actively serving […]
The Chiefs are positioned to fall short, and there are two players they should aim for in the NFL Draft.
The season for the Kansas City Chiefs has come to an end, and it’s been, well, less than ideal. Fans are understandably upset about missing the playoffs for the first time in ten years. On top of that, there’s this ongoing worry about Patrick Mahomes possibly needing surgery for his ACL, which adds to the […]
Stocks Drop as Chip Shares Fall and Bond Yields Rise
Market Overview The S&P 500 Index saw a decline of 1.07% on Friday, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by 0.51%. The Nasdaq 100 Index experienced a larger fall at 1.91%. Additionally, December E-mini S&P futures decreased by 1.07%, with December E-mini NASDAQ futures falling by 1.94%. On Friday, major stock indexes faced a […]
Stocks fall as concerns about AI enthusiasm remain; US yields rise.
NEW YORK – Stock indexes dropped significantly on Friday, especially in the tech sector. Investors are feeling cautious about artificial intelligence investments, while the dollar gained some strength and U.S. Treasury yields increased. The rise in yields followed comments from Federal Reserve officials who opposed a rate cut earlier in the week, expressing ongoing concerns […]
Protesters Against Tax Increases Lead to the Fall of the Bulgarian Government
Political Shakeup in Bulgaria as Prime Minister Resigns Amid Protests SOFIA, Bulgaria – On Friday, Bulgaria’s parliament approved the resignation of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyaskov from his coalition government, just weeks ahead of the country’s planned entry into the euro zone, amidst widespread anti-corruption protests. The protests, largely fueled by young Bulgarians, have seen tens […]