The Federal Reserve decided to lower its interest rate this week, but mortgage rates didn't follow suit. Instead, they went up. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage increased by 20 basis points after the Fed's announcement and Chairman Jerome Powell's press conference, according to Mortgage
Thanksgiving is coming up, and things are not looking good for travel. The government is shut down, and that's causing big problems. Air traffic controllers are working without pay, and that's making people worry about delays and cancellations. At the White House, a meeting happened with important
A new movie is about to hit theaters. It's called "Wicked: For Good. " It's the second part of a story about witches from a famous Broadway show. The movie is set to open on November 21st. That's the weekend before Thanksgiving. It's expected to make a lot of money. Some people think it could make o
Meta, the company behind Facebook, is spending a ton of money on AI. The CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, said they will spend between $70 billion and $72 billion this year. That's a lot more than they thought they would spend before. Investors are not happy about this. They think Meta is spending too much mon
Hurricane Melissa has left a trail of destruction in Jamaica and Cuba. The storm was one of the strongest ever recorded in the Atlantic. It caused severe damage to homes, roads, and buildings. In Jamaica, the western part of the country was hit the hardest. The storm flattened seaside communities, l
The global stock market is buzzing again, all thanks to some big names in tech. After a little break, the rally is back on track, with Asian shares almost hitting record highs. The MSCI regional stocks index went up by 0. 4%, and Japanese shares saw a 1% rise. But it wasn't all good news, as markets
AI is making waves, and not just in tech circles. White-collar workers are starting to worry about their jobs. They see AI as a threat, and this fear is growing. Politicians are taking notice. Some are using this anxiety to gain support. In the past, workers worried about automation turned to right
General Motors (GM) is feeling the heat in the electric vehicle (EV) market. After a brief surge in sales due to a soon-to-expire federal tax credit, the company is now facing some tough realities. The Trump administration's policies have made things even harder, with changes in regulations, cancele
Copper is having a moment. This isn't just any metal; it's the backbone of modern life. From phones to cars, it's everywhere. So, when copper prices jump, it's a big deal. Recently, copper hit a new high above $11, 200 per ton. But why? One big reason is a tragic accident at a major mine in Indones
Older adults often face memory challenges. Around 20% of people over 65 deal with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This number is rising worldwide. Tech might help, but it's not that simple. Most tech is made for younger, healthier minds. Older adults with MCI have different needs. They might strug
