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Dramatic drop in monarch butterfly count nears record 30-year low
The number of monarch butterflies spending the winter in the western United States dropped dramatically this year even as federal officials move to extend protections for the beloved pollinatorABC News - 1d -
Monarch butterfly population in Western U.S. nears record 30-year low
The number of monarch butterflies spending winter in the western U.S. dropped dramatically this year, despite moves to extend protections for the insect.CBS News - 1d -
How long with the bitter cold last?
CBS meteorologist Lonnie Quinn has the latest forecast on how long freezing temperatures from the polar vortex will last.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
How Long Can the Alliance Between Tech Titans and the MAGA Faithful Last?
Trump’s unruly coalition is threatening to tear itself apart.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
With XRP near highs ahead of Trump inauguration, can bitcoin crack a new record?
Major cryptocurrencies rallied on Friday, with bitcoin back on track toward its record high days ahead of the second inauguration of crypto-friendly President-elect Donald Trump.MarketWatch - Jan. 17 -
Can Low Unemployment Last Under Trump?
Hiring has slowed, but joblessness remains at levels defying economic norms. Big policy changes under a new administration could test that resilience.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
‘How long can I stay?’ Families tell of last-minute escape from California wildfire
By the time Jon Oei’'s family drove toward the ocean, it was dark and the power was out: ‘There were no lights, and everything was on fire’. Live coverage: Pacific Palisades fire doubles in ...The Guardian - Jan. 8
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Chipotle is off to a ‘rough’ start in 2025. Some analysts think it will get better.
Chipotle’s outlook didn’t factor in President Trump’s new tariffs. Analysts noted that it also didn’t factor in any gains for potential new menu items — like honey chicken.MarketWatch - 6m -
Alphabet is showing the downside of being an AI stock
Alphabet has been talking nonstop about AI. Now investors are looking for proof that the company’s efforts are working.MarketWatch - 8m -
Costco starts off 2025 with yet another sales gain
The warehouse club retailer said that revenue last month rose 9.2% year over year, to $19.51 billion.MarketWatch - 8m -
MicroStrategy raised another $600 million from preferred stock sales to buy bitcoin
The company announced in its last earnings report a plan to raise $42 billion to buy bitcoin in three years. It’s already spent nearly half of that.MarketWatch - 11m -
Cannabis stocks climb on RFK Jr. committee vote and Senate banking hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., seen as pro-cannabis, is heading toward expected approval as Health and Human Services secretary, and cannabis banking woes were aired during a committee hearing Wednesday.MarketWatch - 13m
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White House insists Trump has ‘not committed’ to sending US troops to Gaza
Republican party divided amid uproar over US president’s plan to take over the enclaveFinancial Times - 4m -
Ford beats earnings expectations but forecasts tougher year ahead
Wall Street analysts expect Ford to report adjusted earnings per share of 33 cents and revenue of $43.02 billion for the fourth quarter.CNBC - 5m -
Chipotle is off to a ‘rough’ start in 2025. Some analysts think it will get better.
Chipotle’s outlook didn’t factor in President Trump’s new tariffs. Analysts noted that it also didn’t factor in any gains for potential new menu items — like honey chicken.MarketWatch - 6m -
Salesforce picks board member Robin Washington to be its next finance and operating leader
A veteran finance executive, Robin Washington has been on Salesforce's board of directors for over a decade.CNBC - 7m -
Salesforce picks board member Robin Washington to be its next finance and operating leader
A veteran finance executive, Robin Washington has been on Salesforce's board of directors for over a decade.CNBC - 7m