The U. S. economy showed surprising strength, growing by 4. 3% in the third quarter. This growth, revealed in a delayed report due to the government shutdown, came despite a recent dip in consumer sentiment. Spending, however, remained robust, climbing to 3. 5% from the previous quarter's 2. 5%. Ho
Measles has made an unwelcome visit to Boston. A traveler from Texas, carrying the virus, spent time in the city and nearby Westborough over a few days in December. This person flew into Logan Airport on December 11th and left on the 12th, staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Westborough dur
BP, a major player in the oil industry, has made a significant decision to sell a large portion of its motor oil brand, Castrol. The buyer is a US investment company called Stonepeak, which is paying a huge sum of $6 billion for a 65% stake in Castrol. This deal values Castrol at $10. 1 billion, and
Tetanus, a disease once under control in the U. S. , is making a concerning comeback. This is due to a drop in vaccination rates and an increase in natural disasters linked to climate change. These disasters create more chances for people to get hurt and exposed to the bacteria that cause tetanus.
Newtown's finance board had a busy night. They checked the town's money situation and made some big decisions. The town's savings, called the General Fund balance, grew a bit. It's now about $13. 46 million. That's good news because it means the town has a bit more money set aside for unexpected thi
Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 saw Vanar, an AI-driven blockchain company, team up with Worldpay to explore the future of digital finance. Their joint keynote at the Tokenized Capital Summit focused on how stablecoins and tokenized assets can integrate with real-world payment systems. The session, tit
Pelthos Therapeutics has just added a seasoned finance pro to its board. Andrew J. Einhorn, a veteran with over 40 years in the field, is now on the team. He's stepping into big roles too - Audit Committee and Compensation Committee. With his background in investment banking and leading finance team
In 2026, AI will be more than just a buzzword for finance leaders. It will be a key player in how businesses operate, make decisions, and manage risks. The focus will shift from experimenting with AI to using it in real-world situations. This means AI will be used to plan, serve customers, and manag
The buzz around longevity is real. It's not just about living longer, but living better. This idea has grabbed the attention of many, from everyday folks to investors. However, with great interest comes great responsibility. Not everyone is genuine. Some just want to make a quick profit. To highlig
Circle, a company known for its USDC stablecoin, has launched a new platform called CircleMetals. com. This platform allows users to trade tokenized gold (GLDC) and silver (SILC) using USDC. The prices of these tokens are based on real-time market rates and are backed by the liquidity from COMEX, a
