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Pete Buttigieg Net Worth 2024: How Did the Secretary of Transportation Accumulate So Much Wealth So Fast?

Oct 09, 2024 17:17 pm UTC| Politics

As Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg continues to navigate Americas infrastructure and transportation policies, his financial portfolio has attracted attention. In 2024, Buttigiegs net worth is estimated to range...

Lloyd Austin Net Worth 2024: How Did the Secretary of Defense Build a Fortune This Large?

Oct 09, 2024 17:14 pm UTC| Politics

Lloyd Austin, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, has amassed an impressive fortune during his long-standing career in both the military and the private sector. As of 2024, Austins net worth is estimated to range between $7...

Janet Yellen Net Worth 2024: How Did America’s Treasury Secretary Build a Fortune This Size?

Oct 09, 2024 17:11 pm UTC| Politics

Janet Yellen, the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury and one of the most influential economic figures in the world, boasts an impressive net worth in 2024, reportedly ranging from $8 million to $20 million. As one of the most...

Antony Blinken Net Worth 2024: How Did the Secretary of State Amass Millions So Quickly?

Oct 09, 2024 17:05 pm UTC| Politics

As Secretary of State Antony Blinken continues to serve as a key figure in U.S. foreign policy, his personal wealth has become a topic of intrigue. In 2024, Blinkens net worth is estimated to be in the range of $10 million...

'Obvious Winner' Donald Trump Takes Shocking Lead Over Kamala Harris in 2024 Poll—'He’s Pulling Ahead Fast, Is This the End?'

Oct 09, 2024 16:57 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump has surged ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris in the latest 2024 national poll, leading with 51% of likely voters compared to Harriss 49%. The poll, conducted by ActiVoteUS from October 3...

Donald Trump’s Pennsylvania Poll Surge Shocks Experts: 'Outperforming 2020 and 2016—He’s Got Biden on the Ropes'

Oct 09, 2024 16:52 pm UTC| Politics

Former President Donald Trump is making significant strides in Pennsylvania, polling stronger than he did in his previous presidential bids against Joe Biden in 2020 and Hillary Clinton in 2016. According to...

Kamala Harris Accuses DeSantis of 'Political Games' But Joe Biden Shockingly Says 'He’s Doing a Great Job' in a Stunning Contrast

Oct 09, 2024 02:15 am UTC| Politics

In an unexpected turn of events, Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden appear to be on completely different pages regarding Governor Ron DeSantiss handling of the impending hurricane in Florida. While Harris...

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Economy

Taiwan Delegation Extends Support at Trump Inauguration Amid China Tensions

Taiwans delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Han Kuo-yu, is attending Donald Trumps U.S. presidential inauguration to represent Taiwans 23 million people and extend highest blessings to the United States. Speaking at...

Cleveland Fed President Warns of Ongoing Inflation Challenge

The U.S. continues to face an inflation problem, according to Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank President Beth Hammack, who spoke with The Wall Street Journal on Friday. Hammack, who opposed a December Fed decision to cut...

Rupee Marginally Weaker Amid Dollar Demand and RBI Intervention

The Indian rupee edged lower on Friday, trading at 86.5850 against the U.S. dollar by 09:55 a.m. IST, compared to its previous close of 86.55. The slight dip was driven by heightened dollar demand due to the maturity of...

China's Economic Resurgence: Strong Growth Signals a Bright Future Ahead

The Chinese economy had fared even better than its forecast of 5.0% at the same quarter last year with the report of an annualized increase of 5.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase came in contrast with previous...

Bull Market Optimism Persists Amid Historical Trends and Economic Growth

As the bull market enters its third year, the Sevens Report remains optimistic despite concerns over stretched valuations and geopolitical risks. The report cites factors such as robust economic growth, pro-growth policies...

Politics

Netanyahu Delays Gaza Ceasefire Over Hostage List from Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Gazas ceasefire, set for 0630 GMT Sunday, will not commence until Hamas provides a list of hostages to be released. This comes hours before the 15-month conflicts...

Trump Returns to Washington for Inauguration Festivities Featuring Fireworks and Entertainment

President-elect Donald Trump arrived in Washington, D.C., ahead of his second inauguration, marking his return to power. Trump flew on an Air Force plane sent by outgoing President Joe Biden from Florida, accompanied by...

Penny Schwinn Chosen by Trump for Key Education Department Role

President-elect Donald Trump announced Penny Schwinn, former Tennessee education commissioner, as his choice for deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Schwinns extensive experience in education...

Trump Heads to Washington on Military Plane for Inauguration Return

Donald Trump, the president-elect, traveled to Washington on a U.S. military aircraft provided by outgoing President Joe Biden ahead of Mondays inauguration celebrations. Trump opted for the government plane over his usual...

South Korea Extends Detention of President Yoon Amid Protests

A South Korean court extended President Yoon Suk Yeols detention by 20 days on Sunday, igniting violent protests by hundreds of his supporters. Demonstrators stormed the court building, smashing windows and clashing with...

Science

Double Moonshot: Japan’s ispace and Firefly Launch Lunar Missions

In a significant stride for lunar exploration, Japanese company ispace and U.S.-based Firefly Aerospace launched moon landers aboard a SpaceX rocket from Florida. This rare double mission highlights the growing competition...

Bill Gates’ Shocking New Malaria Solution Unveiled as Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Turn Into Flying Vaccinators

In a groundbreaking and controversial move, researchers funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation at Leiden University Medical Center have developed a revolutionary approach to combat malaria. The team has created...

Explosive CIA Whistleblower Claims Havana Syndrome Victims Face Cancer, Dementia, and Government Betrayal

A former CIA operative has come forward with alarming allegations, claiming that victims of the mysterious Havana Syndrome are now battling devastating health issues, including cancer, dementia, and Parkinsons disease. The...

FDA Approval of Opdivo Injection Sparks Hope for Cancer Patients with Revolutionary Treatment Update

In a significant advancement for cancer care, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an injectable version of Bristol Myers Squibbs blockbuster cancer drug Opdivo. Branded as Opdivo Qvantig, the new...

From dead galaxies to mysterious red dots, here’s what the James Webb telescope has found in just 3 years

On this day three years ago, we witnessed the nail-biting launch of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), the largest and most powerful telescope humans have ever sent into space. It took 30 years to build, but in three...

Technology

Oracle Prepares to Shut Down TikTok U.S. Servers Amid Ban

Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), the cloud provider for TikToks U.S. operations, has reportedly instructed staff to prepare for shutting down servers hosting TikToks U.S. data. According to The Information, the shutdown could occur as...

TikTok Ban Delayed? Trump Suggests 90-Day Reprieve

President-elect Donald Trump stated he would most likely grant TikTok a 90-day reprieve from a potential U.S. ban after taking office Monday. The Chinese-owned app, with 170 million American users, faces shutdown Sunday...

Perplexity AI Proposes Merger with TikTok U.S. to Avoid Ban

U.S. search engine startup Perplexity AI has proposed a merger with TikTok U.S., aiming to resolve the platforms looming ban in the United States, according to a confidential source. TikTok, owned by Chinas ByteDance,...

SpaceX Starship Explosion Investigated After Caribbean Debris Fallout

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and officials from the Turks and Caicos Islands are investigating SpaceXs Starship explosion, which sent debris across the northern Caribbean and forced flight diversions. The...

Trump's Inauguration Ushers in a Transformative Era for Cryptocurrency

President-elect Donald Trumps administration, featuring several pro-crypto appointees, is expected to influence U.S. policy on emerging technologies. The crypto industry, which has long faced regulatory challenges, hopes...