Shadow banks are part of the banking system.
Yesterday, the ADP’s private payroll report indicated a decline of 32,000 jobs. There are ongoing concerns about how reliable these ADP figures are, and, well, the accuracy is always debated. Unfortunately, without government reports due to the shutdown, it puts a damper on reliable economic statistics. If you’ve got thoughts on what to write without […]
Angels part ways with Ron Washington in recent MLB changes
Ron Washington’s Departure from Angels Ron Washington has been in Anaheim lately, but not for long, it seems. The Angels announced on Tuesday that they will not be picking up the 2026 options for their managers. Washington, who is 73, has been out of the loop since June due to undergoing quadruple bypass heart surgery. […]
David Cross criticizes comedians taking part in the comedy festival in Saudi Arabia
David Cross Critiques Comedians at Riyadh Comedy Festival Comedian David Cross voiced strong disapproval over his fellow comedians’ participation in the Riyadh Comedy Festival, which kicked off in Saudi Arabia on September 26 and will run until the end of October. This event features a lineup of 50 well-known comedians, including stars like Kevin Hart […]
120 Iranians are deported by the Trump administration as part of an agreement with the government of Tehran, according to reports.
The Trump administration has deported 120 Iranians, some of whom reportedly entered the U.S. illegally after a deal between the U.S. and Tehran was reached. An Iranian official shared that the immigrants’ flight departed from Louisiana on Monday night, with an anticipated arrival in Iran through Qatar sometime Tuesday. U.S. officials have also confirmed this […]
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair to assist in managing Gaza as part of Trump’s peace initiative
On Monday, President Trump brought former British Prime Minister Tony Blair into the spotlight, appointing him to help manage Gaza as part of a new peace initiative in the Middle East. Blair, who hasn’t held office since 2007, is, well, a bit of a blast from the past, I suppose. “A good guy. A very […]
Twins part ways with manager Rocco Baldelli following another disappointing season.
Rocco Baldelli Out as Twins Manager After Seven Seasons Rocco Baldelli is no longer the manager of the Minnesota Twins, marking the end of his seven-season tenure. The announcement was made on Monday, following a lackluster season for the Twins, who finished at 70-92 in 2025. This marks their fourth missed postseason in five years, […]
Swalwell on the chance of a shutdown: ‘I don’t want to be part of this oppression’
Swalwell Discusses Government Funding and Shutdowns In a recent interview, Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif) shared his thoughts on why it’s important for the government to resist GOP funding strategies that could lead to shutdowns. “Why should we keep co-signing on this madness that harms our friends and neighbors and ultimately reflects poorly on America?” Swalwell […]
UNC professor is part of the armed far-left group Redneck Revolt, according to the group.
Concerns Raised Over University Professor’s Association with Controversial Group Amidst escalating tensions, a member of a left-leaning gun club, described in a lawsuit as a “paramilitary” organization, has drawn attention. This member is reportedly a research professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Dwayne Dixon specializes in Asian and Middle Eastern studies at […]
Five WNBA newcomers will take part in a unique offseason opportunity, featuring a former UConn standout.
WNBA Players Explore New Opportunities This Offseason This offseason, a notable group of 48 WNBA players are heading into a professional 3-on-3 basketball league, an initiative co-founded by Nafisa Collier and Breanna Stewart last year. Of course, many athletes will also venture overseas, which has become a routine for offseason basketball. But there’s a third […]
Ilhan Omar does not respond after NBC pulls back part of ICE report about a 5-year-old girl.
Rep. Ilhan Omar Responds to ICE Incident Involving Autistic Girl Representative Ilhan Omar from Minnesota recently made headlines after reacting to a troubling incident reported by NBC News. The article described a situation where an ICE agent allegedly pressured a 5-year-old autistic girl outside her home in Massachusetts in an attempt to apprehend her father. […]