One of Wall Street’s top metals expects predicts gold will breakout this year. With gold prices sinking to 2019’s lowest level last Thursday, Standard Chartered’s Suki Cooper believes they’re closing in on oversold territory. One of her key assumptions: The Federal Reserve keeps its interest rate hike policy on hold […]
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A Cartier bracelet, a glass eye and a baby among treasures left at airports
It’s one thing to leave your heart in San Francisco, but leaving a family heirloom, an engagement ring or your lucky bowling ball at San Francisco International – or any – airport will have you singing a different song. Sleepy, rushed and distracted travelers leave thousands of objects at airport […]
Here’s what it costs to travel to 7 popular ‘Game of Thrones’ destinations
HBO’s “Game of Thrones” is coming to an end this year after eight incredible seasons. But just because the adventures of Jon Snow and Queen Daenerys Targaryen are wrapping up doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to the epic vistas around King’s Landing and Winterfell. Travel app Hopper priced […]
US citizens among those killed in Sri Lanka Easter attacks, secretary of State Pompeo says
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Sunday that several U.S. citizens were among those killed in a string of attacks on churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on the Easter holiday, blaming “radical terrorists” for the devastating blasts. “The U.S. Embassy is working tirelessly to provide all possible assistance to […]
US citizens killed in Sri Lanka Easter attacks, secretary of State Pompeo says
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Sunday that several U.S. citizens were among those killed in a string of attacks on churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on the Easter holiday, blaming “radical terrorists” for the devastating blasts. “The U.S. Embassy is working tirelessly to provide all possible assistance to […]
Goldman Sachs ETF chief breaks down new investment trend
Exchange-traded funds are getting a revamp at Goldman Sachs. The big bank has doubled down on a concept called smart beta, which blends passive and active investing strategies to build portfolios based on non-traditional metrics. At Goldman, the strategy is branded as ActiveBeta and revolves around four factors: value, quality, […]
Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s $3.8 million L.A. home is for sale — take a look inside
Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt has listed his Los Angeles home for $3.85 million. Take a look inside. The 3,771-square-foot, four-bedroom and four-bathroom home sits on a hill in the Franklin Hill neighborhood and was built in the 1940s. Thanks to the home’s unique “U” shape, there’s a central, brick-paved courtyard with […]
Pope denounces ‘cruel violence’ of Sri Lanka Easter bomb attacks
Pope Francis denounced the “cruel violence” of the Easter Sunday slaughter of Christians and foreigners in Sri Lanka as he celebrated the most joyful moment on the Christian liturgical calendar by lamenting the bloodshed and political violence afflicting many parts of the world. Francis skipped his homily during Easter Mass […]
‘Avengers: Endgame’: The not-so-hidden environmental politics of Marvel’s blockbuster
Tickets to the opening night of Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Endgame” are not the only scarce commodity involving the film. As the Avengers (at least some of them) return to deal with the aftermath of genocide-survivor turned super-villain Thanos having wiped out 50 percent of the universe, the message of the […]
Here are the most interesting races in the 2020 fight for Senate control
President Donald Trump‘s fight to hold the White House will captivate America next year. But don’t forget about the Senate Republicans the president relies on to push his nominees and policy goals through Congress. The GOP holds a 53-47 majority in the chamber. The party’s Senate control is critical for […]