The financial markets are eagerly awaiting the latest signals from Federal Reserve officials this week, with all eyes on the “dot plot” that will reveal their predictions for interest rate cuts in 2024. Following hotter-than-expected inflation readings, the consensus for three cuts in 2024 is now in question. Fed Chair Jay Powell and his colleagues are closely monitoring inflation to …

Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprising announcement during his victory speech after the recent presidential elections. Putin publicly mentioned the name of opposition leader Alexei Navalny for the first time, describing his death as a “sad event.” He claimed that a prisoner swap for Navalny had been agreed upon just days before his death. Navalny, who was being held …

On Saturday, the U.S. military successfully intercepted a Houthi drone over the Red Sea and destroyed another one in Yemen. The Iranian-backed group launched two unmanned aerial vehicles, which were shot down in self-defense by the U.S. Central Command. In addition to the drones, five unmanned surface vessels and one UAV were also destroyed by the U.S. military to protect …

Mortgage Rates Fall for Second Week, Boosting Home-Purchase Applications In a bit of good news for potential home buyers, mortgage rates have fallen for the second consecutive week, according to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey. The average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 6.74% this week from 6.88% last week, while the average rate on …

Sony has recently announced a new update for the popular PlayStation 5 console, bringing a host of exciting improvements to the gaming experience. The latest update includes enhancements to the speakers and microphone on DualSense controllers, as well as the ability to adjust the brightness of the power indicator. One of the key features of the update is the firmware …

Nothing, a rising star in the smartphone industry, is making waves with its innovative approach to design and technology. The brand, known for its unique products like the Ear 1 and Phone 1, has captured the attention of consumers with its clever marketing strategies and commitment to “make tech fun again.” In an exciting development, Nothing is set to launch …

Covariant Unveils RFM-1: A Breakthrough AI Platform for Robots Robotics technology has taken a giant leap forward with the announcement of Covariant’s latest innovation – the RFM-1 (Robotics Foundation Model 1) AI platform. This cutting-edge platform is designed to revolutionize the way robots think and operate, by providing them with a language model similar to those used by humans. RFM-1 …

Former President Donald Trump received an endorsement from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán during a recent meeting at Mar-a-Lago Resort, sparking outrage from President Biden. The meeting between Trump and Orbán covered a range of topics, including strong borders and national sovereignty, with Orbán endorsing Trump as a respected leader who can bring peace. Orbán, who has been criticized for …

The FDA has given the green light to Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss drug Wegovy for use in reducing the risk of serious cardiovascular complications in adults with obesity and heart disease. This approval is a major milestone for public health, as weekly injections of Wegovy were found to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death from cardiovascular causes by …

A concerning trend has emerged in the United States concerning the use of melatonin in children, as nearly 11,000 kids have ended up in emergency rooms after ingesting the hormone without supervision. According to a recent federal report, there has been a 420% increase in children taking melatonin over the past decade, leading to a spike in emergency visits. Melatonin …