Imagine an island coming to a halt. That’s what happened when Typhoon Kong-rey swooped in on Taiwan’s east coast. The storm, one of the biggest in almost three decades, shut down financial markets, grounded hundreds of flights, and reduced train services. Nearly half a million households lost power.
Retail investors have been busy snapping up bitcoin and gold before the upcoming U. S. presidential election, expecting potential benefits if former President Trump wins. According to a report from JPMorgan, these investors are part of the "debasement trade, " where they buy these assets to hedge ag
Imagine having a drug that can cut your knee pain almost in half. That's what semaglutide medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, are doing for people with severe knee osteoarthritis. This common condition, often called "wear and tear" arthritis, affects the protective layer of cartilage on our bones,
Chili’s Bar & Grill has turned its business fortunes around, thanks to some wallet-friendly menu additions. This Dallas-based chain, known for its signature baby back ribs and fajitas, recently reported a stunning 14% increase in same-store revenues and a 6. 5% boost in customer traffic. The key to
Imagine this: a luxurious wedding just days after a heated presidential election. Franki Priore, a native Long Islander, is set to tie the knot in November amidst political debates. To avoid any unwanted drama, she's putting a no-politics rule in place for her 200 guests. Priore hopes this will keep
Imagine this: both a high-ranking Democrat and a former Republican president want to get rid of taxes on tips. Sounds like a good idea, right? Not so fast. Let's break down what this could mean for workers. Politics aside, this proposal could make tips even more popular as a form of payment. But ho
A decade ago, I stumbled upon a game called Dragon Age: Origins. It wasn't just a game; it became a part of my life. As I listened to an old recording of myself talking about Dragon Age, I realized that the series has shaped who I am. From dealing with personal struggles to helping me understand mys
Millions of Americans are on the move, and their choices reveal a lot about how we segregate by politics. Take Joshua Fisher and Ryan Troyer, two men with a lot in common: both white, married, and living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota until recently. They both moved away, but to very different places.
Let's talk about Mark Robinson and Donald Trump. You might know them, maybe not. Robinson, North Carolina's Lieutenant Governor, has some pretty strong views on women. He once said abortion is about "killing the child" because women weren't careful. Trump, the former President, has a history too, li
U. K. Treasury Chief Rachel Reeves has acknowledged that a recent tax increase on businesses could result in wages rising less than expected. This follows a budget announcement where she raised taxes by around £40 billion ($52 billion) to fix what she claims is a gap in public finances and fund publ
