High school GPAs in California rise while college math abilities fall
High school students in California are achieving straight A’s in record numbers, but it’s not necessarily due to an increase in intelligence, according to recent data and education experts. The number of college applicants claiming perfect GPAs of 4.0 or greater has surged over the last decade, even as state assessments indicate a significant decline […]
Solo dining bookings rise 22% as acceptance increases.
Solo eating trend: Lonely or liberating? The conversation around dining alone has intensified, with discussions emerging about whether it reflects personal confidence or is a sign of growing loneliness. Recent data from OpenTable indicates a notable 23% increase in single reservations, with diners spending an average of $94 per meal. This shift has sparked debates […]
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces pressure to increase rates as inflation continues to rise
Recent inflation figures that came in unexpectedly high may leave many US central bankers feeling let down. They had been hoping for a natural easing of price pressures, but this could lead to an interest-rate hike at the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, with more increases likely to follow. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, […]
Stock futures rise slightly as an important consumer inflation report approaches: Live updates
Stock Market Update Traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange were busy on the morning of September 2, 2026. Early Friday, stock futures showed a slight increase as investors anticipated the consumer price index (CPI) report for August. S&P 500 futures rose by 0.19%, while Dow Jones Industrial Average futures gained 151 […]
U.S. Attacks Iranian Tankers, Iran Launches Assault on Jordan, Oil Prices Rise Above $100
Escalating Tensions Between the U.S. and Iran On Tuesday night, hostilities between the United States and Iran intensified significantly. The U.S. launched airstrikes that destroyed five Iranian oil tankers, while Iran retaliated by attacking various civilian vessels and targeting U.S. forces stationed in Jordan. As a result, the price of oil surged past $100 per […]
Peru’s Police Chief Steps Down Following Rise in Homicides in August
Commander General Óscar Arriola Resigns from Peruvian National Police Óscar Arriola, the Commander General of the Peruvian National Police, announced his resignation on Sunday amid ongoing criticism regarding the effectiveness of the police in combating crime. His departure is expected to be formalized in the coming days, according to a government statement. Arriola took over […]
Cybercrime losses reach $21 billion as AI scams rise
Expert provides ways to protect finances from cyber threats Cybercrime inflicted nearly $21 billion in losses last year, and Kurt Knutsson has issued a warning about the rise of increasingly sophisticated AI scams. In a recent appearance on a weekend news show, he unpacked FBI data revealing that investment fraud alone accounted for $8.65 billion […]
Concerns rise as Russia’s attacks close to Moldova hint at a potential expansion of the war beyond Ukraine
Moldova, a former Soviet republic that recently celebrated 35 years of independence, is feeling increasing pressure from Russia as the war in nearby Ukraine intensifies. In comments shared exclusively with Fox News Digital, Stanislav Secrieru, national security advisor to President Maia Sandu, highlighted the threats posed by recent Russian attacks on border infrastructure between Ukraine […]
Gas prices in California rise for the 11th consecutive day as drivers pay more at the pump
Californians are feeling the pinch as gas prices in Los Angeles have surged for the 11th consecutive day. Statewide prices have increased from $5.58 on August 19 to $5.66 as of Saturday, reinforcing California’s position as the state with the highest fuel costs in the nation. This upward trend can largely be attributed to the […]
Nvidia expects quarterly revenue to exceed predictions, causing a rise in shares
Nvidia’s latest quarterly revenue has more than doubled compared to previous results, and the company anticipates that its third-quarter revenue will exceed Wall Street predictions, which indicates a sustained demand for its AI chips. The firm is projecting revenue growth of around 70% for fiscal 2028 and also announced that it will be expanding its […]