Dec. 20 Powerball winner for $1.5 billion after Florida tickets hit big?

Dec. 20 Powerball winner for .5 billion after Florida tickets hit big?

The lottery frenzy continues – just in time for the holiday season! With the Powerball at $1.5 billion and Florida on a recent streak of five million dollar wins in less than a month, here’s a Sunshine State win. As they say in the lottery business, “it could happen to you.” After no one matched … Read more

Does PPL stock’s recent strength leave room for upside in 2025?

Does PPL stock’s recent strength leave room for upside in 2025?

If you’re wondering if PPL is still a sensible buy at today’s price, or if the easy money has already been made, you’re not alone. The valuation story is more nuanced than the headline numbers suggest. Shares have gained 0.9% over the past week, are up 6.6% year-to-date and 9.2% year-to-date, while long-term holders have … Read more

Beloved Macy’s holiday tradition ends after 80 years

Beloved Macy’s holiday tradition ends after 80 years

When you grow up Jewish, Santa Claus seems a little absurd. I mean, religion requires belief, but to believe that a magical old man brought toys to all the Christian children in the world by riding a flying sleigh seemed like something most children would be skeptical of. In reality, however, many children believe until … Read more

“I’m a gastroenterologist – this is the snack I wish everyone would avoid”

“I’m a gastroenterologist – this is the snack I wish everyone would avoid”

For most people, craving a snack at least once during the day is inevitable. Even if you eat a big breakfast and lunch, it’s bound to happen. Sometimes we crave snacks because we are really hungry. Other times, we might be bored, stressed, or just want something to eat. It’s definitely not unhealthy to have … Read more

Blatant gaps in Epstein files as DOJ release offers little new insight into his crimes

Blatant gaps in Epstein files as DOJ release offers little new insight into his crimes

The Justice Department’s long-awaited release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein came in a flurry of documents that did little to quell the long-running intrigue, largely because some of the most important records were nowhere to be found. The initial disclosures, which run into tens of thousands of pages, offer little new insight into Epstein’s … Read more

Comet 3I/Atlas emits a radio signal

Comet 3I/Atlas emits a radio signal

The most sensational story of the year for astronomers was the discovery of comet 3I/ATLAS, which was first observed on July 1, 2025 by NASA’s Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS). Although comets pass by Earth regularly, the most famous being Halley’s Comet, there is something extra special about this new discovery. Halley and other … Read more

Trump plans $2,000 in direct payments to Americans using tariff revenue instead of debt

Trump plans ,000 in direct payments to Americans using tariff revenue instead of debt

Marc Bruxelle / Shutterstock.com On November 9, 2025, President Trump proposed a new round of direct payments to all American taxpayers, similar to those made during the COVID era. This time, however, those wages were to be funded from tariff revenue, and the plan was for all eligible Americans to receive $2,000, though high earners … Read more

Tesla’s chief designer accidentally broke the “armored glass” window of a $61,000 Cybertruck with a metal ball. Now he says it was a “great marketing moment”

Tesla’s chief designer accidentally broke the “armored glass” window of a ,000 Cybertruck with a metal ball. Now he says it was a “great marketing moment”

During the 2019 unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck, the company’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, threw steel balls at the truck to prove its sturdiness, but it broke two windows. In an interview, von Holzhausen said the crash became “a big marketing moment.” Tesla began selling T-shirts alluding to the crash, and CEO Elon Musk … Read more

Verizon drops price of major customer benefits amid struggles

Verizon drops price of major customer benefits amid struggles

Since the beginning of this year, Verizon has frustrated its customers with several price changes and the elimination of popular discounts. For example, in February, Verizon raised monthly rates for customers on myPlan and New Verizon Plan accounts by $3 to $5, citing “increasing operational costs.” The following month, it raised the monthly price of … Read more

These 3 Vanguard ETFs Could Crush the S&P 500 in 2026 and Beyond

These 3 Vanguard ETFs Could Crush the S&P 500 in 2026 and Beyond

Some growth ETFs are riskier than others, but all are designed to achieve higher long-term returns. From technology-focused funds to mega-cap growth ETFs, these investments can supercharge your gains. However, it is important to consider your risk tolerance before buying. 10 Stocks We Like More Than Vanguard Information Technology ETF › Growth ETFs are designed … Read more