A financial expert recently shared his thoughts on the Giving Pledge. He pointed out that it was born out of fear during the 2008 financial crisis. Wealthy individuals wanted to avoid public anger. But, he argues, the Giving Pledge hasn't made much progress. He believes a new idea, called Trump Acc
The Los Angeles Chargers had a strong win against the Las Vegas Raiders on Thanksgiving weekend. The Raiders lost 31-14 and are now out of the running for the playoffs. But the big talk wasn't about the score. It was about the injury to Chargers' quarterback Justin Herbert. He broke a bone in his le
Semaglutide, the star ingredient in weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, just took a big hit. Two major trials showed it doesn't help people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory issues. Thousands of people aged 55 to 85 took part, but the results were clear: no improvement in memory or daily funct
The finance world is changing. A big company, BlackRock, is now saying that tokenization could bring together old-school finance and new crypto ideas. BlackRock's boss and another top leader wrote about this. They think tokenization won't replace the old system soon. But it could help mix the two w
In 2025, crypto companies went on a buying spree, spending a whopping $8. 6 billion on mergers and acquisitions by November. This was a huge jump from previous years, with a record 133 deals closed. The total value of these deals was more than the combined total of the past four years. Coinbase was
In the quiet town of Hemingway, South Carolina, Michael Pearson is adjusting to life after spending 15 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. The silence at night is a stark contrast to the noise of prison life, which he now finds himself missing. Pearson's journey has been anything but easy
Fanatics, a major player in sports merchandise, is stepping into the online betting arena. The company is rolling out its new prediction platform in 24 states, including big names like Texas, California, and Florida. This isn't just about sports; users can also bet on finance and culture. The platfo
In 2025, music was anything but boring. Artists around the world were not afraid to take risks and try new things. They were not just repeating what they had done before. Instead, they were experimenting and pushing boundaries. Lady Gaga, for example, released her most ambitious album in years. Rosa
A new savings plan called "Trump Accounts" has been introduced. It aims to help families save for their children's future. The government will give $1, 000 to each child born between 2025 and 2028. Families can add up to $5, 000 each year. Employers can also contribute up to $2, 500. The money must
In the past, bagmen were shady characters in movies, carrying stolen goods. They had to be careful not to attract attention. But times have changed. Now, you can get a bag of cash delivered to your door. It's like having your own personal ATM. Robinhood, a company that helps people invest in stocks
