Inflation and Corporate Greed
Published on 03/03/2022With inflation still continuing to mar what would otherwise be a rosy economic picture, some Democrats are claiming that corporate greed is a major cause of rising prices.
Let the Good Times Get Here Quicker
Published on 03/02/2022It’s been two years since the last real Mardi Gras celebration, so needless to say, people are excited for it. The streets are full of beads, king cakes, hurricanes (just the drink), colorful masks and performers this year, with many traveling from out of state to enjoy the festivities.
Russia Looks for Sanction Workarounds
Published on 03/01/2022The harsh sanctions imposed on Russia and the resulting crash of the ruble have the Kremlin scrambling to keep the country’s economy running. For Vladimir Putin, that means finding workarounds to the Western economic blockade even as his forces continue to invade Ukraine.
Elections: Enemy From Within
Published on 02/28/2022Election officials preparing for this year’s midterms have yet another security concern to add to an already long list that includes death threats, disinformation, ransomware and cyberattacks — threats from within
Someday My Nigerian Prince Will Come: Crypto Dating Scams on the Rise
Published on 02/25/2022Romance scams - the term for online scams that involve feigning romantic interest to gain a victim’s trust - have increased in the pandemic. So have crypto prices. That has made crypto a useful entry point for criminals looking to part victims from their savings.
The Arbitrage Life: Treehouse of Horrors (not the Simpsons kind)
Published on 02/25/2022A little boy's treehouse is causing an uproar in New Hampshire
Kangaroos, Moose, and Bears... Oh My!
Published on 02/24/2022A 500-pound black bear has damaged more than 30 properties around Lake Tahoe, and last week broke into yet another home in an endless quest for a quick meal. Police in southeastern Denmark on Monday appealed for public help to track down what appeared to be a kangaroo that was filmed hopping across a field. A moose on the loose in a Massachusetts city was tranquilized Tuesday and moved to a more appropriate setting, state wildlife officials said.
Never Too Late To Invent
Published on 02/23/2022As we come to the end of Black History Month, let’s talk about innovative Black Americans who have changed life as we know it. Did you play with a super soaker when you were little? Or have a home security system? Maybe you’ve ridden an elevator with automatic doors (I mean of course, unless you live in an old-timey building) or you get your clothes dry cleaned. That’s right, you guessed it - all of these are inventions of Black people.
Curling: The Other Canadian Sport
Published on 02/22/2022The 500-year-old sport of curling is sliding into the digital age at the Winter Olympics, with modern technology helping teams sift through game stats and performance data to maximize their chances at a medal.
The Arbitrage Life: Billionaire Space Tourist Wants to Make it a Twofer
Published on 02/21/2022The billionaire who launched on his own SpaceX flight last year is headed back up, aiming for an even higher orbit and the chance to take part in a spacewalk.
Buffett's a Camper!
Published on 02/18/2022Warren Buffett’s company placed a rare bet on a technology company late last year and it has already paid off in a big way.Berkshire Hathaway revealed in documents filed with regulators on Monday that it bought near 15 million shares in game publisher Activision Blizzard during the last three months of 2021.
Congressional Stock Oopsies
Published on 02/17/2022Amid a steady drip of damaging headlines, pressure is building for Congress to pass legislation that would curtail lawmakers’ ability to speculate on the stock market. Trading in Congress has long been criticized by government watchdogs, who say the access to nonpublic information creates a temptation for lawmakers to prioritize their own finances over the public good.