Construction Spending Increases in August, Contrary to Predictions

Construction Spending Shows Unexpected Increase in August The Census Bureau revealed on Monday that construction spending rose in August. In annualized terms, construction spending hit $2.17 trillion, reflecting a 0.2% increase from July’s revised total of $2.165 trillion. This surprising uptick defied forecasts that anticipated a 0.2% decline. The release of this report, which was […]
Gold price update for Friday, November 14: Gold remains near $4,200 with uncertain interest rate predictions

Gold futures dropped by 0.3% from Friday’s closing price of $4,186.90 to start the day at $4,174.90 per ounce. It seems there was a decline in gold prices during early trading. Despite this dip, gold continues to attract central banks and investors looking for a safe haven, particularly with the ongoing uncertainty around short-term interest […]
Midseason predictions for 2025 MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and more

Now that we’ve crossed into the second half of the season, it’s clearer who might have a big impact come 2025. This year has, in many ways, been incredibly odd—offenses across the NFL seem to struggle week after week. It kind of makes everything feel unpredictable, doesn’t it? Today, we’ll delve into the significant post-season […]
NFL Week 10 betting lines and predictions

49ERS (+4) vs. Rams The 49ers managed to pull off a surprise win against the Rams, 26-23, in overtime during their Week 5 matchup. It was one of those games that had everyone talking. For a good part of the game, San Francisco controlled the score, even pulling ahead 20-7 in the third quarter. However, […]
Week 10 predictions, odds, and prop bets

Lamar Jackson is back, and there seems to be a renewed sense of optimism in Baltimore. After missing three games due to a hamstring injury, Jackson returned to throw for 218 yards and four touchdowns against the Dolphins. The Ravens currently hold a 3-5 record, trailing behind the struggling Steelers by two games. With Jackson […]
More than a month into the government shutdown, the end isn’t in view – yet many predictions abound

Government Shutdown: Predictions and Uncertainty It seems like everyone has an opinion when it comes to government shutdowns—who really knows when it’ll all end? Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina suggested on FOX Business that a resolution may come soon, perhaps just before Thanksgiving. She mentioned some key developments, like the upcoming election of Zohran […]
Predictions Indicate Intense Atmospheric River Storms Hitting the Pacific Northwest With Significant Rain and Flooding

Atmospheric Rivers Set to Hit the Pacific Northwest November tends to be the wettest month in the Pacific Northwest, and it appears that’s right on schedule as a series of atmospheric river storms are forecasted for the first full week. This month has already been quite intense. Earlier atmospheric river storms caused significant rainfall, with […]
2026 World Series predictions: Dodgers, Yankees, Blue Jays

2026 World Series Odds and Early Favorites The outcome of the 2025 World Series is now in the books, with the Los Angeles Dodgers emerging as champions following an unforgettable Game 7. As we turn our sights to the upcoming 2026 Major League Baseball season, it feels like the right moment to ponder which teams […]
Five daring predictions for the college basketball preseason and All-American teams

Zach Braziler offers five predictions for the upcoming 2025-06 college basketball season that might catch your attention. Changes in Chapel Hill North Carolina State missed out on the NCAA Tournament for the second time in three years, leading to Hubert Davis’s dismissal. The Tar Heels did manage to secure a spot in last March’s tournament, […]
2025 preseason college basketball Top 25 and Final Four predictions

There isn’t a definitive favorite this season. The landscape is open, with quite a few players standing out in different ways. After an unforgettable Final Four where Houston stunningly took down the heavily favored Duke, college basketball has returned, brimming with championship hopefuls. Florida, boasting a strong frontcourt, could potentially repeat last year’s success. Connecticut […]