Las Vegas Hotel Workers End Decades: The longest strike in decades by Las Vegas hotel workers came to an end on Wednesday, with a new contract between the Culinary Workers Union and Virgin Hotels, a casino where hundreds of employees had walked off the job in November. The deal marks a major milestone in the
Maximize Your January SSI Payment: In 2025, SSI (Supplemental Security Income) recipients can expect an early payment in January, thanks to a calendar quirk. This is a rare situation that happens when the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusts payment schedules due to weekends or holidays. For January and February 2025, the SSA will send out
Retiring at 52 with $2 Million: Retirement is an exciting prospect, especially when you’ve built a solid $2 million nest egg and have no debt. But the big question remains: How much can you withdraw annually without depleting your savings too soon? Retiring early isn’t just about hitting a specific savings milestone; it’s about managing
When planning for retirement, many people focus on workplace retirement plans like 401(k)s, often because they offer higher contribution limits and potential employer matches. However, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) shouldn’t be overlooked. In fact, IRAs provide significant advantages in terms of flexibility, and they can be an excellent option for those who don’t have access
Dogecoin Price Forecast: Dogecoin, the popular meme coin, has demonstrated a remarkable level of resilience in the crypto market, even amidst periods of price declines and consolidation. Recent developments and a wave of bullish factors have once again put Dogecoin at the forefront of crypto discussions. Experts are now forecasting that DOGE could continue its
President Donald Trump announced during an Oval Office signing ceremony on Monday that his administration plans to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada starting February 1. This marks a significant shift in North American trade policy, potentially raising costs for American consumers. Mexico and Canada are two of the United States’
On January 19, 2025, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto initiative closely tied to the Trump family, made headlines by acquiring four high-profile Ethereum Name Service (ENS) domains. This move, which coincided with the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, has raised eyebrows in the crypto world, especially
Trump and Crypto Innovators Plot Big Moves for White House: This weekend, the crypto world experienced a seismic jolt following the launch of the “official” Donald Trump memecoin. As the memecoin entered the market, its value skyrocketed, propelling it into the crypto top 20 by market capitalization and reaching an eye-popping $14 billion. The dramatic
Congress Targets Tencent Stake in Skydance: Paramount Global’s merger with Skydance Media, which includes a financial stake from China’s Tencent Holdings, is facing increasing scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers. Congressman John Moolenaar, who chairs the House China Select Committee, has urged federal authorities to review the deal, particularly after Tencent was added to a U.S. military
Trump’s Crypto Meme Coin Surge: In an unprecedented move ahead of his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump launched a new cryptocurrency token late Friday that quickly soared in value, raising significant ethical concerns. The memecoin, a digital token with no inherent value but traded on blockchain technology, exploded in price overnight, boosting Trump’s potential net worth