PETE BELTON

Nov 24 2025BUSINESS

UK Business Leaders Push for Bold Budget Moves

In the UK, business leaders are urging Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to make tough decisions in the upcoming budget. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) chief, Rain Newton-Smith, will criticize Reeves for not involving businesses in key discussions about energy costs and labor reforms. She will also push for a few significant tax hikes instead of many small ...

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Nov 24 2025CRYPTO

Big Moves in Crypto: A Week of Whales, ETFs, and Bold Statements

The crypto world saw some big action this past week. Let's break it down. First up, a Bitcoin whale made a huge splash. Owen Gunden, an early Bitcoin investor, sold off his entire stash. That's right, he cashed out a cool $1. 3 billion worth of Bitcoin. He's been holding onto these coins since 2011. This sale happened during a rough patch for Bitcoin, with prices dr...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Who Prefer to Sit Out Dancing With the Stars

Dancing With the Stars has seen many famous faces, but not everyone is ready to hit the dance floor. Kevin Jonas, for instance, loves watching the show but has turned down multiple invitations to join. He shared this in a 2025 interview with InStyle, where he also mentioned that his brother Nick Jonas joked about the show asking him every season for years. Meanwhile...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Sunny Showdown: Seahawks and Titans Battle Through Injuries in Nashville

The weather in Nashville is looking great for the big game. The sun will be shining all day. Temperatures will start in the 60s and keep going up. By 2 p. m. , it will hit a cozy 64 degrees. The wind will be light, so it won't be too much of a factor. But the weather isn't the only thing to watch. Both teams are dealing with a lot of injuries. The Titans will be mis...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

The Unseen Battle for Fair Elections

In the world of American politics, a silent battle is being waged. One side is using every trick in the book to gain an unfair advantage. This isn't about playing fair; it's about changing the rules to benefit one team over the other. Imagine a game where one team keeps changing the rules to make it harder for the other team to win. That's what's happening in Americ...

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Kentucky's Tough Day: What Went Wrong Against Vanderbilt?

Kentucky football had a rough day at Vanderbilt. The Commodores, ranked 14th, won 45-17. It wasn't even close. Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt's quarterback, had a great game. He threw for 469 yards and four touchdowns. He also ran for a score. Pavia made Kentucky's defense look bad. They couldn't stop him or his receivers. Kentucky had won three games in a row before this....

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Staten Island's Baseball Legend Deserves Hall of Fame Spot

Fran Hirschy's name might not ring a bell for everyone, but in the world of Staten Island sports, he's a towering figure. From his early days in Little League to his coaching career, Hirschy has left an indelible mark. His journey started young, dominating the Little League scene and setting records that still stand today. He was even featured in Sports Illustrated a...

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Nov 23 2025BUSINESS

Climate Data: Who's Really Paying the Price?

Private companies are stepping up to fill the gap left by the U. S. government's reduced investment in climate science. This shift is creating a boom in the earth intelligence sector, with businesses like Climate X and GHGSat leading the charge. Climate X, a London-based data analytics firm, recently helped a real estate manager assess climate risks for hundreds of ...

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Returns, Box Office Wins

The musical sequel "For Good" has taken the box office by storm. It earned an impressive $68. 6 million on its opening day, with early screenings giving it a strong start. This puts it on course for a massive $151. 5 million opening weekend, making it the second-biggest opening ever for Universal, just behind "Jurassic World. " Early screenings gave "For Good" a sig...

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Nov 22 2025FINANCE

AI's Hidden Cost: Why Investors Are Worried About Faster Tech Wear and Tear

The tech world is buzzing with a new concern: depreciation. Investors are now fretting over how quickly expensive tech gear, like GPUs and chips, might lose value. This worry is shaking up the AI market, with big tech stocks taking a hit. Michael Burry and Jim Chanos, famous for their sharp market insights, have been vocal about this issue. Burry recently shared his...

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