Washington Monument will light up on New Year’s Eve to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
Washington Monument to Celebrate 250th Anniversary It’s going to be quite the event. The Washington Monument will light up like a massive birthday candle for New Year’s Eve, kicking off a year-long commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. This initiative, called Freedom 250, is a nonprofit that President Trump launched recently to lead the celebrations. Beginning […]
Is the stock market operating today? Details about New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
Wall Street typically shuts down during major holidays. In 2026, for instance, the stock market will have a 10-day holiday along with two early closures. Many of these breaks align with federal and banking holidays. The regular hours for U.S. stock trading run from Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The […]
Upcoming tax changes in 2026: What you should be aware of before the year’s end
Several significant tax changes are coming that may affect your earnings in 2025 and even your long-term financial plans. With the new provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) set to kick in, and important deadlines approaching, it’s really a good idea to get a grasp on what’s shifting and how to leverage […]
Minnesota fraud committee leader says Walz overlooked the crisis for years
Minnesota Republicans Call for Action on Fraud Allegations Minnesota State Representative Kristin Robbins (R) claimed in a recent interview that Governor Tim Walz (D) has repeatedly overlooked serious fraud allegations that have garnered national attention. Various immigrant communities in Minnesota, including daycare centers and nonprofits, are currently facing multiple fraud charges for allegedly exploiting state […]
Dr. Drew believes that addicts need to ‘surrender’ instead of ‘reset’ and describes New Year’s resolutions as ‘a setup for disappointment’
Dr. Drew Pinsky on America’s Addiction Approach As the new year approaches, Dr. Drew Pinsky believes that the way America addresses addiction is straying from effective methods. Every January, numerous Americans aim to revamp their lives, typically fueled by resolutions and plans. In a recent conversation, Dr. Drew noted that for those who have frequently […]
Life expectancy in NYC reaches a new high of 83.2 years
New York City’s Life Expectancy Reaches New Heights Life expectancy in New York City hit a record high of 83.2 years last year, a milestone earlier projected for 2030, according to preliminary data. This increase means that seniors in the city can expect to leave the hospital around eight months later compared to 2023’s life […]
Bulls’ Josh Giddey speaks out about his girlfriend almost two years after being cleared in a scandal involving inappropriate relationships.
Josh Giddy Shares Heartwarming Holiday News On Christmas Day, Australian NBA player Josh Giddy made a delightful announcement about his new relationship through a heartfelt social media post. He shared some cheerful photos on his Instagram Stories, where he’s celebrating the holidays alongside a woman who seems to be his girlfriend. The cozy picture features […]
Meet the ‘confetti king’ of Times Square this New Year’s Eve
As the clock ticks down to midnight on New Year’s Eve, Trev Heining keeps a watchful eye on the digital display under the iconic Waterford crystal ball in Times Square. A palpable excitement builds in the atmosphere as the crowd joins in for the countdown. “…5, 4, 3, 2, 1…” With the midnight hour reached, […]
Panel Amazed as Gas Prices Reach Lowest December Level in Five Years During Trump’s Time
Gas Prices Hit Five-Year Low in December On Tuesday, the panel on ABC News’ “Good Morning America” shared the news that gas prices in December are the lowest they’ve been in five years, based on insights from GasBuddy. According to a report released on Monday, average gasoline prices across the United States dropped for the […]
The Cookers Jazz Band Suddenly Cancels Two New Year’s Eve Shows at the Kennedy Center Following Name Change
Jazz Ensemble Cancels New Year’s Eve Shows at Trump Kennedy Center In light of the name change at the Trump Kennedy Center, a prominent jazz group, The Cookers, has opted to cancel two performances scheduled for New Year’s Eve. They shared that this decision “came together very quickly,” but didn’t elaborate further. On their website, […]