Bessent on aiming for Fed chair: ‘I will follow the President’s wishes’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent expressed his willingness to consider stepping in as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s replacement, as President Trump is eager to initiate changes within the central bank. When asked if he was seeking that role, Bescent mentioned he would align with the president’s decisions but appeared content in his current role. Various […]
New highs in Q2, will monthly close follow? 5 things to know about Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin Approaches Key Milestone; Can the Uptrend Persist? Bitcoin (BTC) is nearing a significant double candle, just shy of its all-time high. The question remains: will the bullish trend hold? The liquidity situation in the Bitcoin order book is becoming increasingly complex as we approach monthly and quarterly closes, setting the stage for potential price […]
Sinaloa Cartel Monitored Mexico City’s Cameras to Follow FBI Agents and Target Informants
The Sinaloa Cartel has been using a surveillance system in Mexico City to track FBI agents operating in the country. They’ve also engaged in other hacking activities aimed at potential informants, some of whom have faced threats or worse. This information comes from the FBI’s report on their “Efforts to mitigate the impact of ubiquitous […]
Japan’s Nikkei reaches a six-month peak as Asia-Pacific markets follow Wall Street’s advances.
Aerial view of the Osaka skyline The Asia-Pacific market mostly gained on Friday, influenced by Wall Street’s profits following comments from White House spokesman Karoline Leavitt, who downplayed the urgency of upcoming tariff deals that had previously worried investors. Tariffs are expected to take effect on July 8, post a 90-day suspension, while July 9 […]
Hassett promises trade agreements will follow the passage of the GOP megabill
Hassett Awaits Trump Trade Deal Announcement Kevin Hassett, the head of the White House National Economic Council, mentioned on Tuesday that he is looking forward to President Trump announcing a trade deal, but is waiting for it to clear Congress first. When queried about the status of the trade deal, Hassett noted the administration’s current […]
Senator Fulbright had a dream. It is essential for those who follow to realize it.
Recently, out of the 12 members on the Fulbright board, 11 have stepped down, citing political interference in the process of awarding the Fulbright Scholars Award for the upcoming year. This shift occurs just weeks after 10 students and six researchers returned to the U.S. from Sweden after nine months abroad, ready to resume their […]
‘No Kings’ protests follow BLM strategies as calm gatherings escalate into violence
Last week, a rally known as the “No Kings” event sparked nationwide interest and, as expected, was marred by violence despite initial peaceful demonstrations. While some protested in Seattle with an estimated 70,000 participants, condemning the Trump administration, underlying tensions remained. The atmosphere, while seemingly calm at first, soon devolved into chaos as masked individuals […]
Denmark Increases Retirement Age to 70 – Could the US Follow Suit?
Danish employees are expressing concern following the government’s decision to raise the retirement age to 70, the highest in Europe. Currently, residents can access public pensions at 67, but this will gradually increase to 70 by 2040. Reports indicate that many Danes are dissatisfied with this change, especially as Copenhagen approaches a vote in May. […]
12 best MLB prospects to follow in the 2025 College World Series
College Baseball: A Pathway to the Pros While it might not be formally recognized, college baseball serves as a vital farm system for Major League Baseball. Each year, high school players can be drafted directly, but the majority of those chosen often find themselves playing at the college level first. During the 2024 MLB draft, […]
Nationwide protests against ICE follow unrest in Los Angeles
Protests against ICE that began in Los Angeles over the weekend have now extended to at least 12 states, including New York, Chicago, Portland, and Dallas. A smaller protest emerged in response to the ongoing demonstrations in LA, which have been active since Friday following the arrests of undocumented immigrants, some of whom have prior […]