WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve’s battle against stubborn price pressures hit a significant roadblock on Friday morning. The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released the January Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report, revealing that the “core” inflation measure—the central bank’s north star for monetary policy—has climbed to its highest level since early 2024. The data confirms…
LONDON/WASHINGTON — The global economy entered uncharted territory on Friday as Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil prices, settled above $100 a barrel for the first time in nearly four years. The surge follows a catastrophic week in the Persian Gulf, where a series of maritime attacks and a de facto blockade of the…
Asteroid Approaching Earth News USA: The vastness of space is far from empty. On March 13, 2026, the cosmos reminded us of this reality when a newly discovered asteroid, roughly the size of a city bus, hurtled past Earth. While the event ended as a “non-event”—a silent streak across the blackness of the vacuum—it triggered…
The automotive landscape of 2026 stands at a volatile crossroads. While the early adopters have already filled their garages with high-end electric haulers, the broader market is hesitating. Into this “EV winter” steps RJ Scaringe and his team with the 2026 Rivian R2—a vehicle that isn’t just another product launch, but a mission-critical gamble on…
NORFOLK, Va. — Authorities have officially identified the victim of Thursday’s tragic shooting at Old Dominion University as Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, a respected faculty member and military veteran. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the Norfolk community, occurred inside a classroom where Shah was reportedly teaching at the time. The Incident The shooting…
The matchup between the Chicago Bulls and the Los Angeles Lakers on March 12, 2026, was more than just a regular-season contest; it was a historic night that redefined the record books. If you are looking for where to watch Chicago Bulls vs Lakers replays or future matchups, the primary broadcasters include Spectrum SportsNet, CHSN+,…
HOLLYWOOD — “This summer, everything will become clear.” With those six words, the master of the modern blockbuster, Steven Spielberg, has officially reclaimed the cultural conversation. On Thursday, March 12, 2026, Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment dropped the second full-length trailer for Disclosure Day, a film that has been shrouded in a level of secrecy…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The fragile recovery of the American housing market faced a major setback this week as geopolitical instability thousands of miles away sent shockwaves through the US financial system. US mortgage rates surged to an average of 6.11%, driven by investor anxiety over President Donald Trump’s intensifying military conflict with Iran and its…
CHICAGO — The postseason heat is rising at the United Center as the No. 8 seed Ohio State Buckeyes prepare to battle the No. 9 seed Iowa Hawkeyes in the third round of the 2026 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament. With both teams fighting for their NCAA Tournament lives, this “bubble battle” is one of…
NORMAL, Ill. — Rivian Automotive is officially stepping into its second act. On Thursday, the electric vehicle maker announced that sales for its highly anticipated R2 midsize SUV will begin this spring, headlined by a high-performance “Launch Package” priced at approximately $58,000. For a company that has spent years navigating the “valley of death” common…
