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As banks warn of a credit crunch, Trump calls for a cap of 10% on credit card interest rates.
By proposing a broad measure that he claims would provide relief to millions of American borrowers struggling with high borrowing costs, President Donald Trump has reignited a contentious debate regarding the costs associated with credit cards by calling for a temporary cap of 10% on credit card interest rates for a period of one year.
By Raviha Imranabout an hour ago in Trader
Matt Prokop, a former Disney actor, was arrested in Texas on charges of child pornography.
Matt Prokop, a former child actor who is now best known for his roles in Disney Channel productions like "High School Musical 3: Senior Year" and "Geek Charming," has been arrested in "Victoria County, Texas" on a number of serious charges, one of which is allegedly possessing child pornography. The 35-year-old was taken into custody on December 24, 2025, and as the case progresses, he or she is currently being held without bail.
By Raviha Imranabout 18 hours ago in Geeks
Rare Kona Low Brings Heavy Rain and Snow to Hawaii’s Volcano Summits
Just when many had packed away thoughts of winter weather, Hawaii offered a striking reminder that even the most tropical landscapes can face dramatic seasonal shifts. Beginning late last weekend, a robust weather system known as a Kona Low swept across the islands, soaking the state with heavy rain and unleashing snow and ice atop the volcanic summits of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa — a scene that startled visitors and locals alike.
By Raviha Imran4 days ago in Earth
Governors Ball 2026 Lineup Announced: Lorde, Stray Kids and A$AP Rocky to Headline
New York City’s iconic summer soundscape is already taking shape. The Governors Ball Music Festival — one of the city’s biggest live-music events — has officially revealed its 2026 lineup, and fans are buzzing with anticipation. Set for June 5–7, 2026 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, the three-day festival promises an expansive, genre-blending roster that reflects both global music trends and local flavor.
By Raviha Imran5 days ago in Geeks
Donnie McClurkin Sued Over Alleged Sexual Abuse by Former Assistant
Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin — a celebrated artist known for his uplifting music and influential ministry — is facing serious civil allegations that have shocked both religious communities and the broader public. In a lawsuit filed on January 2 in New York’s Supreme Court, McClurkin is accused of sexually abusing a young man over multiple years while acting as his spiritual mentor and employer.
By Raviha Imran5 days ago in Geeks
Corporation for Public Broadcasting to Dissolve After Federal Funding Cut
After Nearly 60 Years, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting Votes to Dissolve Amid Funding Cutbacks For decades, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) served as the backbone of America’s public media landscape, channeling federal dollars to local public radio and television stations, including PBS and NPR. But on January 5, 2026, CPB’s board of directors voted to dissolve the organization, marking an abrupt end to an institution created by Congress in 1967 and long viewed as a cornerstone of educational and community journalism in the United States.
By Raviha Imran5 days ago in Geeks
CES 2026 Signals the Next AI Boom as Nvidia, AMD and Chip Stocks Take Center Stage
In the vast halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center, CES 2026 has officially kicked off with a buzz that feels different from years past. This year’s Consumer Electronics Show isn’t just about futuristic gadgets or the latest TVs — it’s a stage for the next chapter of artificial intelligence, chip innovation, and high-stakes competition among the world’s biggest technology players.
By Raviha Imran6 days ago in Trader
U.S. Markets Rally as Venezuela Shock Lifts Energy Stocks and Oil Prices
When markets opened on the first full trading week of 2026, they didn’t move in a straight line — they surged, wavered, and realigned around a geopolitical shock that caught investors, politicians, and traders off guard. Over the weekend, U.S. military forces launched airstrikes and captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, thrusting one of the world’s most troubled oil nations back into the headlines. The immediate market reaction on Monday was striking: major U.S. stock indices climbed, energy companies surged, and commodities rallied — all against a backdrop of renewed geopolitical uncertainty.
By Raviha Imran6 days ago in Trader
Tom Brady, Alix Earle and a New Year’s Eve That Set the Internet Talking
As the clock struck midnight and 2026 dawned, former NFL superstar Tom Brady wasn’t exactly easing into quiet retirement. Instead, an unexpected social media storm erupted after he was seen spending New Year’s Eve with social media personality Alix Earle in St. Barths — a sighting that ignited widespread speculation about a possible new romance or at least a very cozy celebration.
By Raviha Imran9 days ago in Geeks
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Shakes Southern and Central Mexico, Felt in Mexico City
It was a calm Friday morning — the first working Friday of the year — when a deep, rumbling tremor suddenly disrupted the dawn. People across southern and central Mexico were just settling into their routines, anticipating another ordinary day. Then the ground began to move.
By Raviha Imran9 days ago in Earth
Palantir Stock Rebounds Strongly as AI Growth Fuels Investor Optimism
For much of 2025, Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) has been one of Wall Street’s most compelling stories — a defining winner in artificial intelligence and data analytics whose shares have surged dramatically. But as the year closes, the stock’s remarkable climb is confronting fresh questions about valuation, sustainability, and what comes next for one of the most talked-about tech names of the decade.
By Raviha Imran9 days ago in Trader
Pentagon Awards $328.5 Million Lockheed Martin Contract to Boost Taiwan’s Air Defense
As the final days of 2025 ticked down, an unassuming contract announcement from the Pentagon quietly underscored a much larger story — one of geopolitical tension, strategic military support, and the intricate web of defense industrial cooperation between the United States and Taiwan.
By Raviha Imran9 days ago in Trader
