Sen. Tim Scott hopes Jerome Powell resigns from the Fed this month and suggests the chairman has a motive for remaining.
Scott Calls for Powell’s Exit from the Fed In Beverly Hills, Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) expressed his hopes—perhaps even a prayer—that Jerome Powell would step down as chairman of the Federal Reserve when his term concludes this month. However, Scott also acknowledged that if Powell is determined to provoke the president, he might stay on […]
Trump issues statement restoring the Presidential Fitness Test Award for National Fitness and Sports Month
Trump Reinstates Presidential Fitness Test On May 5, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test Award, which is part of the “Make America Healthy Again (MAHA)” initiative. This action is aimed at promoting fitness in schools. The test, initially introduced by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956, had been […]
YouTube’s digital news brands see Fox News leading with its third-best month.
Fox News Dominates Digital News Landscape New data from Emplifi and Comscore Social shows that Fox News Media led the digital news scene in April 2026, achieving engagement rates seven times higher than many competitors. In April, Fox News accumulated 471.9 million video views on YouTube, marking the third-best month in its history. It significantly […]
Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers is honored as Pitcher of the Month
Shohei Ohtani’s Pursuit of the Cy Young Award Shohei Ohtani, the dynamic MLB player, has yet to claim the prestigious Cy Young Award. However, on Monday, he took a significant step forward in that direction by being honored with a notable accolade. This recognition marks a small, yet meaningful highlight in Ohtani’s career, putting him […]
The Strongest Month for Stocks in Five Years
A month that bears would rather forget The bear was slaughtered in April. With a bit of help from Wall Street and analysts caught up in their feelings about Trump, the market seemed to get its claws out in March. However, by April, it was gearing up for something unexpected. The S&P 500 surprised everyone […]
S&P 500 is set for its strongest month since 2020, with Apple earnings approaching.
Every weekday, Jim Cramer’s CNBC Investment Club shares the Homestretch, an afternoon update timed with the final hour of trading on Wall Street. At the end of April, stock prices surged, with the S&P 500 index reaching a new intraday high of over 7,200 for the first time ever. The Nasdaq also saw gains, remaining […]
Gold Price Update: Month Day, Year
As of 8:45 a.m. ET today, gold is priced at $4,557 per ounce. This marks a $20 decrease from yesterday, yet it’s still up over $1,268 compared to last year. When considering investments that are somewhat insulated from inflation, gold might be a suitable option. Historically, gold has shown a tendency to appreciate over time. […]
Consumer confidence dropped to an all-time low this month, according to a study — yet spending indicates a slight ray of hope.
Consumer Confidence Hits Record Low Amid Tensions This month, consumer confidence in the U.S. has dropped to an unprecedented low, highlighting growing anxiety among Americans regarding the ongoing conflict in Iran. The monthly consumer survey conducted by the University of Michigan gauges public sentiment about the economy, personal finances, and spending habits, influenced by various […]
Bitcoin is poised for its strongest month in a year, with a $5 billion increase in USDT driving the recovery.
Bitcoin’s Recent Movements Bitcoin has been trading just above $77,000 as of Friday, managing to stabilize after reaching its highest level since early February earlier this week. In April, the largest cryptocurrency experienced a notable increase of about 13.6%, marking what could be its best monthly performance this year. However, it hasn’t been an easy […]
New Jersey Republican Vanishes for a Month — With No One Aware of His Whereabouts
New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. Missing from Votes Rep. Tom Kean Jr., a Republican from New Jersey representing a crucial district for the upcoming midterms, hasn’t been seen by his colleagues in over a month and is reportedly missing numerous votes. Kean has served New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District since 2023. He has not […]