Dollar rises as traders focus on upcoming US data rather than Venezuela.
TOKYO The dollar kicked off the first full week of 2026 strong, reaching a 3.5-week peak against the euro and hitting two-week highs against the yen, Swiss franc, and Canadian dollar. Currency traders seemed to overlook the recent U.S. military action in Venezuela and the detention of President Nicolas Maduro. Instead, their attention was directed […]
Some ETFs focus on pricing, but fees shouldn’t always dictate investment choices, according to an analyst.
For those involved in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), costs can significantly affect your investment. Different providers, such as Vanguard and Charles Schwab, tend to offer similar options, especially when tracking the same index like the S&P 500. Generally, many investors opt for the lowest-cost option. However, experts recommend looking beyond just expense when choosing a fund […]
A Highly Neglected Stock That Deserves Your Focus as 2026 Approaches
Carnival Corporation: A Quiet Growth Story Amidst AI Stock Buzz As many eyes are glued to artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, other growth stories—like Carnival Corporation (CCL)—are navigating under the radar. Despite closing 2025 with impressive gains, Carnival’s stock is still garnering little attention as we head into 2026. So, is it time to consider Carnival […]
The key US cities Trump might focus on for National Guard deployments in 2026
In 2025, one of President Donald Trump’s more contentious decisions was to mobilize the National Guard in major U.S. cities for security around federal buildings and during law enforcement activities, including deportations. While some welcomed this move, it faced significant backlash in areas with “sanctuary” laws that safeguard immigrants from federal enforcement. In some cases, […]
2025 Trump executive orders focus on DEI, but policies could come back in the future
President Donald Trump’s renewed focus on tackling “woke” ideology—particularly diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives—seems to be influencing companies beyond just Washington, D.C. Many are rethinking their DEI policies. Terry Schilling, the president of the American Principles Project (APP), believes that left-leaning beliefs may still resurface, albeit under a different guise. He remarked in a […]
Gen Z’s unexpected interest in religion is worth our focus.
Gen Z appears to be shifting towards spirituality. It’s interesting—about two-thirds of young people now identify as either spiritual or religious, and quite a few believe in a higher power. Their engagement with church activities and prayer seems to be turning the tide against a broader societal drift toward secularism. At the same time, many […]
Minnesota Fraud Case a Major Focus for the FBI
FBI Director Kash Patel has confirmed an active investigation into a child care facility in Minnesota, which is part of a broader, ongoing fraud inquiry that is a major focus for the bureau. Recently, a video gained attention where YouTube journalist Nick Shirley challenged employees at a Minnesota learning center, which reportedly received substantial federal […]
Be cautious of the Democrats’ focus on affordability, the Gaza famine was never true, and more insights.
Focus on Midterm Elections: Watch Out for Democrats’ Affordability Rhetoric Back in 1992, President George H.W. Bush was expected to win re-election, especially considering his administration’s notable successes in foreign policy and the economic recovery following a brief recession. Yet, as pointed out by Victor Davis Hanson, the “pseudo-recession” of that year overshadowed the campaign, […]
Recent research places all 67 Florida counties in order based on property taxes as GOP leaders focus on tax reductions.
Property Tax Rankings for Florida Counties Released Florida Tax Watch has unveiled new findings on property tax rankings across all 67 counties in the state. The CEO of this nonpartisan nonprofit asserts that the report sheds light on the current debate, which is often clouded by confusion surrounding property taxes and their potential repeal in […]
Republicans focus on key brokers in investigation of Obamacare enrollment fraud
Inquiry into Obamacare Brokers’ Practices House Republicans are probing whether major health insurance brokers involved in Obamacare are committing fraud that may be driving costs up significantly. The House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), sent letters on Monday to companies such as Blue Shield of California, Centene Corporation, CVS Health, Elevance Health, Kaiser […]