Washington Drama Lifts Gold as Trump Moves to Reshape the Fed
Gold surged to a one-month high this week, and politics in Washington are part of the story. President Donald Trump’s bold decision to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has shaken up the financial world, with investors weighing how a more assertive White House role could influence the Fed’s path forward. Markets were already bracing for Friday’s release of the...
Kennedy and McMahon Push Bold Overhaul of Nutrition Training in U.S. Medical Schools
In a joint call to action, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced a sweeping initiative to reform nutrition education across the nation’s medical schools. Backed by the Trump Administration’s Make America Healthy Again agenda, the push aims to tackle America’s chronic disease crisis at its root: poor diet and lack...
Suze Orman’s Biggest Money Mistakes—and the Lessons That Built Her Empire
Suze Orman may be one of the world’s most recognizable financial experts today, but her path to becoming “the Money Lady” was paved with costly mistakes. Looking back, she says those missteps shaped not only her financial outlook but also her mission to help others avoid similar pitfalls. Blindly Trusting Advisors Instead of Herself In her twenties, while...
Cracker Barrel Stock Surges After Company Scraps Logo Redesign Amid Trump Pushback
Cracker Barrel is returning to its roots after a brief logo redesign sparked controversy, political commentary, and a market rollercoaster. The Southern-themed restaurant chain announced Wednesday that it will abandon its updated, minimalist logo and restore its longtime “Old Timer” design—complete with the familiar Uncle Herschel character. “We thank our guests for sharing your voices and love for Cracker Barrel....
50% Tariff on India Sends Clear Message on Russian Oil
President Donald Trump has doubled down on his America-first trade agenda, imposing a sweeping 50% tariff on most U.S. imports after India refused to reduce its purchases of cheap Russian oil. The decision, effective Wednesday, signals Trump’s determination to hold trading partners accountable when their actions undermine U.S. interests abroad. The White House has argued that India’s oil deals with...
Stressed Out? Dehydration Could Be Driving Your Hormones Into Overdrive
We all know water is vital for health, but new research suggests hydration may also shape how our bodies respond to stress. A study from Liverpool John Moores University found that adults who drank less than 1.5 liters of fluid daily showed a dramatic 55% higher spike in cortisol—the body’s primary stress hormone—compared to those drinking closer to four...
Everyday Painkillers Like Advil and Tylenol May Be Fueling the Antibiotic Resistance Crisis
We reach for ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol) without a second thought when we’re sick or in pain. But new research suggests these trusted drugs may be quietly worsening one of the biggest health threats of our time: antibiotic resistance. A groundbreaking study from the University of South Australia found that these common painkillers don’t just provide relief — they...
Cancer Vaccine: Trump Announces $100 Billion AI Drive Toward ‘Personalized’ mRNA Vax
Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison believes that advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) could soon enable the creation of personalized mRNA cancer vaccines within an unprecedented timeframe of 48 hours. This remarkable feat would be achieved through a simple blood test and gene sequencing, paving the way for rapid and targeted cancer therapies. In response to this promising development, President Trump...
Digging for Joy: How Gardening Nourishes Body, Mind, and Spirit
For many people, gardening feels good in ways that go beyond exercise. The lifting, bending, and digging certainly strengthen the body, but it’s the scent of soil, the sound of birds, and the satisfaction of nurturing life that provide a unique mental boost. Now, science is confirming what gardeners have long known instinctively: tending plants is good for the...
Trump Warns of Tariffs on Allies Over ‘Unfair’ Tech Taxes
Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to America’s closest trading partners: scrap digital taxes on U.S. tech giants—or face tariffs and export restrictions. In a fiery post on Truth Social, the president blasted the UK and EU for targeting companies like Google, Amazon, Meta, and Apple with digital services taxes and regulations. “Digital taxes, legislation, rules or regulations are...
