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Conservative commentator Scott Jennings recently joked on X that “President Trump should hire Nancy Pelosi in retirement to manage Americans’ stock market portfolios. She beat the S&P 500 by 559%. We could all be retired in 6 months!” (1) The sarcasm aside, Jennings had no idea that the numbers Pelosi leaves behind heading into retirement…

Whether you steam broccoli on the daily, have a cat who uses the rug as a pee pad or dwell with a housemate who doesn’t seem to understand the concept of showering on the reg (my sincere condolences, BTW), this stench-stifler’s three-stage filtration system can radically improve conditions for your nasal passages. And not only…

We’re only in the second week of November, but our minds are already on Black Friday. And who can blame us? The deals are coming earlier than ever this year, and Walmart’s leading the charge with big savings on brands like Keurig, Lego, Dyson and Reebok. In fact, its first Black Friday deals event of…

Last month, more than 100 young wealthy founders, inheritors, and industry leaders flew in from all around the world in the luxe mountain town of Aspen, Colo. At Goldman Sachs’ annual At the Helm event, the bank’s affluent clients dropped and did pushups for a Navy SEAL, unfurled their relationship with wealth guru Sahil Bloom,…

A Palantir sign displayed on an office building by Poetra_RH via Shutterstock Palantir Technologies (PLTR) has become one of the most talked-about artificial intelligence (AI) stocks after delivering another blockbuster quarter. With record government contracts, surging U.S. commercial growth, and profitability metrics that few software companies can match, investors are paying attention again.  PLTR stock…

We’re only a little over a week into November, but our minds are already on Black Friday. And who can blame us? The deals are coming earlier than ever this year, and Walmart’s leading the charge with big savings on brands like Keurig, Lego, Dyson and Reebok. In fact, its first Black Friday deals event…

Published: November 8, 2025 at 4:25 PM Updated: November 8, 2025 at 6:08 PM lead-art-block.fullscreen-enterExpand Carnival Cruise LInes This Google Maps Street View File Image shows a Carnival Cruise Lines ship at PortMiami. MIAMI — FBI special agents were investigating the death of a Carnival Cruise Lines passenger aboard a ship that returned on Saturday to PortMiami….

In an attempt to bury the hatchet, Starbucks gave its reasons as to why the viral Christmas merchandise sold out after loyal fans shared their fury on the coffee chain’s socials. Starbucks couldn’t bear its fans any longer, and has been forced to apologize. After the coffee chain dropped its 20-ounce bear-shaped iced coffee glasses…

A rough week for tech stocks might signal a loss of investor confidence in artificial intelligence. The Wall Street Journal reports that the Nasdaq Composite Index was down 3% — making this its worst week since President Donald Trump announced his sweeping tariff plan in April. Tech companies that have otherwise performed well this year…

A new 31-page bill to end the government shutdown was released Sunday evening and then quickly advanced by the Senate in the most direct sign yet that the record-setting stoppage could soon come to an end. The tally of 60-40 saw eight members of the Democratic caucus join with Republicans and was just enough to…

WASHINGTON — Blue Origin says it is working with the government to secure additional launch opportunities for the upcoming New Glenn launch of a NASA Mars mission, given new restrictions placed on commercial launches by the Federal Aviation Administration. The launch of NASA’s ESCAPADE mission on New Glenn is scheduled for 2:45 p.m. Eastern Nov….

MIAMI (AP) — Authorities in Miami were investigating the death of a passenger traveling on a Carnival cruise ship that returned to the city Saturday. Carnival Cruise Line said the passenger was traveling aboard the Carnival Horizon, a ship holding up to nearly 4,000 guests that sails to the Caribbean. The ship returned to PortMiami…

Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases in 10 states of infant botulism linked to baby formula that was being recalled, authorities said Saturday. ByHeart Inc. agreed to begin recalling two lots of the company’s Whole Nutrition Infant Formula, the Food and Drug Administration said in a statement. All 13 infants were hospitalized…

Quantum computing is a subset of computer science that aims to revolutionize the power of computers by replacing the traditional bit (which can be only in one of two states) with the qubit, which can be in multiple states simultaneously. The science is tricky. But if it works, it could transform the economy by allowing…

A CRISPR-based gene editing therapy dramatically reduced levels of low-density lipoprotein, often called “bad cholesterol,” and triglycerides in patients with heart disease, a new study found. Some researchers said that the treatment, developed by the biotech CRISPR Therapeutics and so far tested in just 15 people, pointed to a possible future where some people prevent…

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — Texas Roadhouse will honor veterans and active U.S. military with free meal vouchers as part of its 16th annual Veterans Day tradition. On Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., all Texas Roadhouse locations will distribute vouchers to those with proof of service, such as a military or VA…

Topline The Mega Millions jackpot rose to $900 million after no winners were called in Friday’s drawing, nearing the $1 billion mark and making it the eighth-highest jackpot on record. Key Facts The six tickets drawn Friday night were 16, 21, 23, 48, 70 and gold Mega Ball 5. If a winner emerges in the…

November 8, 2025 2:30 pm EST Enlicitide, designed to deliver antibody-like efficacy, has the potential to be the first approved oral PCSK9 inhibitor to lower LDL-C with a safety profile comparable to placebo Enlicitide may help address unmet needs in ASCVD, a key driver of the ongoing cardiovascular (CV) epidemic RAHWAY, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Merck (NYSE:…

PLTR vs. AMD vs. SMCI: Which AI Stock Is Wall Street Bullish on Amid Valuation Woes? – TipRanks.com Advertisement Story Highlights Amid concerns about valuations of artificial intelligence (AI) companies, we compare three prominent names to find the stock that Wall Street is optimistic about. Artificial intelligence (AI) and tech stocks took a major hit…

Trump on Saturday posted an image on social that seemed to suggest he would be proposing 50-year mortgages, something FHFA Director Bill Pulte confirmed shortly after on X. The image Trump posted on Truth Social features a head shot of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt under the title 30-year mortgage, and his own head shot under…

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), has predicted that the company’s humanoid robot Optimus could revolutionize the global economy even if it significantly reduces the need for human labor. Despite the technical challenges surrounding the robot’s production, Musk’s ambitious vision for Optimus continues to unfold. Although not yet ready for mass production, Tesla has…

YIWU, CHINA – SEPTEMBER 20: Vendors stock up on fruit at a wholesale market on September 20, 2025, in Yiwu, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province, China. Vcg | Visual China Group | Getty Images Deflation pressures in China eased in October as consumer prices returned to growth after remaining in negative territory for the most part…

The impacts of the longest federal government shutdown in United States history are reverberating around the country — leaving millions of Americans in limbo and igniting concerns about an economic downturn. Frustrated travelers were scrambling as more than a thousand flights were canceled Friday and thousands more were delayed. Those who count on food stamps…

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a bilateral lunch with Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orban in the Cabinet Room of the White House on Nov. 7, 2025 in Washington, D.C. Trump and Orban discussed the war in Ukraine, Hungary’s purchase of Russian oil, and European relations. Roberto Schmidt via Getty Images WASHINGTON – President…

In brief Michael Burry is betting $1.1 billion against Nvidia and Palantir, warning that AI stocks are in bubble territory. His fund holds massive put options, representing 80% of Scion’s portfolio as of September 30. Palantir’s CEO fired back, calling the short “batshit crazy” and dismissing Burry’s logic. Michael Burry, the investor (of “The Big…

A recent letter from OpenAI reveals more details about how the company is hoping the federal government can support the company’s ambitious plans for data center construction. The letter — from OpenAI’s chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane and addressed to the White House’s director of science and technology policy Michael Kratsios — argued that…

Update: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted the ground delay program for incoming flights to Nashville International Airport (BNA®) that was put in place earlier Saturday due to an air traffic control staffing shortage. The restriction, which caused delays for both arrivals and departures throughout the afternoon, had been expected to last until 7:59…

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. NEW ORLEANS — A pill designed to further lower cholesterol in people already on statins but at risk of a serious cardiovascular event — their first or a recurrence — reduced LDL…

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters its 39th day on Saturday as the Senate extends negotiations into the weekend, and the peak travel season is increasingly at risk. “Of course there’s an impact,” American Airlines CEO Robert Isom told CNBC on Friday when asked about the government shutdown hitting holiday bookings. “Nobody wants…

Getty Images For years, any American kid eying a stable, future-proof job was told to “learn to code.” Now in 2025, anyone who followed that advice faces a painful reckoning: a decade of booming computer science enrollments has created a massive pile-up of graduates entering an abysmal job market. A new report by the analyst…

We’re officially in the month of Black Friday, which will take place on Friday, November 28 in 2025. As always, this will be the best time of the year to shop for great deals, including popular Apple products like AirPods, iPad, Apple Watch, and more. In this article, the majority of the discounts will be…

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Friday closed up +0.13%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.16%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed down -0.28%.  December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25) rose +0.14%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQZ25) fell -0.22%. US stock indexes recovered early losses on Friday and settled mixed. Stocks rebounded Friday…

Whether you steam broccoli on the daily, have a cat who uses the rug as a pee pad or dwell with a housemate who doesn’t seem to understand the concept of showering on the reg (my sincere condolences, BTW), this stench-stifler’s three-stage filtration system can radically improve conditions for your nasal passages. And not only…