Indexes snap a 5-day losing streak as tech stocks surge

Spencer Platt/Getty Images US stocks rose Friday, ending a five-day losing streak. Consumer discretionary and technology sectors led gains, signaling a shift to risk-on. Positive ISM Manufacturing data and political stability with the reelection of Mike Johnson helped push stocks higher. US stocks jumped on Friday, ending a five-day losing streak for the S&P 500, … Read more

Saim Ayub ruled out of cricket

Pakistan National Cricket Team suffered a massive blow amid the second Test against the South Africa National Cricket Team. Young opening batter Saim Ayub has been ruled out not only for the ongoing game but the next six weeks of cricketing action. Pakistan National Cricket Team opening batter Saim Ayub faced a horrific injury during … Read more

Trump reclaims influence of GOP as Republicans fall in line behind Johnson

President-elect Trump successfully rallied House Republicans on Friday to re-elect House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La. — overcoming deep intraparty divisions and quieting concerns over Trump’s ability to unify the party following the spectacular collapse of a government spending bill late last month. That bill, which saw 38 Republican defectors and threatened a partial government shutdown, … Read more

Why UBS thinks you should gradually increase exposure to global direct real estate By Investing.com

Investing.com — UBS believes investors should gradually increase exposure to global direct real estate, citing improved market conditions and attractive investment opportunities.  In a note to clients, UBS highlights key trends and forecasts shaping the global real estate market. The real estate sector has faced significant challenges, with transaction volumes declining 44% in 2023 compared to … Read more

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Jan. 4

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today’s Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands and Connections puzzles. Some wintery clues in today’s crossword, whether or not it’s snowy where you are. One clue I got stuck on was 4 Across, which I … Read more

Twitter reactions: Rishabh Pant counters Scott Boland’s sensational spell to keep India in Sydney Test against Australia

The ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground has seen a fascinating battle of resilience and aggression as India battles Australia on a challenging surface. By stumps on Day 2, India found themselves at 141/6 in their second innings, holding a slender but significant lead of 145 runs. India’s resilience meets Australia’s fierce bowling … Read more

South Korean Unrest Conspiracy Theories Are Spread by Social Media

Every day​ for the past week, Kim Kwon-seop, 72, has joined thousands of others gathered near the home of South Korea’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol​. They were determined to shield Mr. Yoon from prosecutors who wanted to detain him on insurrection charges stemming from his short-lived declaration of martial law last month. To them, … Read more