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Global lender says it will release about $333m to crisis-hit nation as signs of economic recovery emerge. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the third review of Sri Lanka’s $2.9bn bailout but warned that the South Asian island nation’s economy remains vulnerable. The global lender said on Saturday that it would release about $333m, … Read more
In 2021, the first Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) hit the U.S. market. Following the launch, Morningstar analyst Ben Johnson told investors in no uncertain terms, “These aren’t the Bitcoin ETFs you’re looking for.” That’s because the first generation of Bitcoin ETFs buy and sell futures contracts, rather than investing in the cryptocurrency itself. … Read more
NASA’s space telescopes tuned into an epic cosmic rock show, capturing new images of a space guitar that’s billowing in the wake of an erratic neutron star as it releases a flame-like streak across the cosmos. Think Mad Max: Fury Road, but in space. Using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and Hubble Space Telescope, a group … Read more
LAS VEGAS – Mario Andretti is only one of two American drivers to win a Formula 1 World Championship and the last one to accomplish it in 1978. In that 1978 season, Formula 1 had two Grand Prix races in the United States. The first was early in the year in Long Beach, California, and … Read more
Investing.com — The imposition of tariffs under a potential second Trump administration is expected to prompt a response from affected nations that mirrors the measured retaliation strategies observed during his first term. Analysts at Capital Economics suggest that while countries are likely to retaliate against the economic strain of U.S. tariffs, these responses will aim … Read more
Visible offers access to Verizon’s network in two unlimited plans for as low as $25 per month, with unlimited data, talk and text using Verizon’s 5G & 4G LTE networks, and unlimited talk and text to Mexico and Canada. Buying a new phone and signing up for a new phone contract can be super overwhelming—with … Read more
UAE bowler Hazrat Bilal’s massive front-foot no-ball in the Abu Dhabi T10 League became the centre of amusement and debate. During Samp Army’s clash with New York Strikers, the error resulted in a six and sparked laughter on the field, social media buzz, and questions from Australian cricketer David Warner. UAE bowler Hazrat Bilal … Read more
An atmospheric river swept through Northern California, dumping record rain and deep snow in the region. In Santa Rosa, the rainfall shattered a three-day record of about 10 inches set in October 2021. The weather event occurs when water evaporates into the air and is carried along by the wind. It followed a bomb cyclone … Read more
Beleaguered Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt announced on Thursday that it was filing for bankruptcy in the U.S., striking a blow to Europe’s ambitions for homegrown lithium-ion batteries. The company reportedly chose Chapter 11 in an effort to right its finances. In the wake of the filing, co-founder and CEO Peter Carlsson resigned, though he’ll remain on … Read more
Getty Images (3) The Real Housewives of Orange County’s Jennifer Pedranti is applauding Shannon Beador for sticking through a difficult season with Alexis Bellino. “Can you imagine being Shannon?” Jennifer, 47, asked on a recent episode of the “Chanel in the City” podcast. “I say that to [my fiancé] Ryan all the time. I love … Read more