Mexico beachgoers were treated to a rare sighting earlier this month of a shimmering oarfish, native to the deep sea and seen in Japanese folklore as a signal of impending doom. The “doomsday” fish was spotted alive at the nation’s Baja California Sur beach Feb. 9, according to AccuWeather and FOX affiliate KMSP-TV. Video shows…
U.S. stocks started a shortened holiday week mostly higher as investors look for more clues into how President Donald Trump’s tariff plans shake out and wait for release on Wednesday of minutes from the last Federal Reserve meeting. Markets were closed on Monday for President’s Day. Stocks are coming off a winning week, carving out…
President’s Day commemorates the birthday of George Washington, the first president of the United States, and honors all who have held the essential office. Aside from honoring the nation’s presidents who have served in office, the celebration is also known for offering students, government offices and some businesses a day off. Those preparing for the…
School will be in session for students in seven Florida counties on Monday, Feb. 17. Florida is among the many states that celebrate the holiday as Presidents’ Day. Don’t expect mail delivery, and most banks and the stock market will be closed Feb. 17. The next federal holiday is right around the corner. Presidents’ Day…
U.S. stocks were mostly unchanged at the open as investors weighed hot inflation reports earlier in the week, the postponement of reciprocal tariffs and this morning’s weak retail sales report. Consumers sharply curtailed their spending in January, indicating a potential weakening in economic growth ahead, according to the Commerce Department. Retail sales slipped 0.9% in January…
U.S. stocks edged up at the open, trying to shake off renewed inflation concerns and expectations for President Donald Trump to announce reciprocal tariffs on Thursday. Overall wholesale inflation, or a measure of prices businesses pay for goods and services, rose more than expected in January, but the core rate without energy and food was…
The school board plans to revisit the issue in March and will likely implement changes by the 2025-2026 school year. This potential ban aligns with a statewide trend in Florida to restrict cell phone use in schools, with varying degrees of success and student acceptance. The School District of Lee County is considering a district-wide…
U.S. stocks began the day weaker as investors awaited testimony from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell before the Senate Banking Committtee and what comes next in President Donald Trump’s tariff plans. In his first Congressional appearance since President Donald Trump’s inauguration, Powell is expected to address questions about the role tariffs may have on inflation…
Veganism has attracted millions of participants for decades, which is especially impressive when you learn just how restrictive a vegan diet can really be. And while there are certainly overlapping foods that both vegetarians and vegans avoid, most vegans go a lot further than most vegetarians in terms of what they choose not to eat. …
U.S. stocks started the week higher, embracing President Donald Trump’s new tariff threats. Trump said over the weekend he plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum but didn’t say when. Nevertheless, shares of Cleveland-Cliffs, Nucor, Steel Dynamics, U.S. Steel and Alcoa all rallied. Cleveland-Cliffs soared 15%, Nucor jumped 7%, Steel Dynamics…