Author: Daniel snow

Jason Hawkes | Riser | Getty ImagesEarnings season always seems to roll around with alarming frequency.The newsroom approaches each quarter with a nervous energy, but this summer it feels especially heightened. Recent market records in both the U.S. and Europe, alongside an unpredictable economic environment, paint a complicated picture for the second half.It all kicks off on Tuesday with America’s banking behemoths, as attention switches from the White House back to Wall Street.But U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies still loom large, with Goldman Sachs predicting that, this quarter, U.S. earnings will start to show the impact of the tariffs.The investment…

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President Donald Trump said Saturday that he is considering revoking comedian Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship, a dramatic escalation of Trump’s threats to use the executive branch to target his opponents.”Because of the fact that Rosie O’Donnell is not in the best interests of our Great Country, I am giving serious consideration to taking away her Citizenship,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.He called O’Donnell a “threat to humanity” and said that she should “remain in the wonderful Country of Ireland,” which is where she currently resides.O’Donnell moved to Ireland in January following Trump’s re-election.There is no legal precedent for…

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The S & P 500 pulled back from record highs on Friday as investors dealt with this week’s renewal of tough tariff rhetoric from President Donald Trump. In a series of letters, the White House informed a slew of U.S. trading partners about the levies they would face if trade agreements were not reached by Aug. 1. On Saturday, Trump revealed 30% tariff levels on goods imported from the European Union and Mexico. Earlier this week, it was Canada, Japan, and Brazil. The letters were meant to reset U.S. expectations as the 90-day pause of the “reciprocal” tariffs came to an end on July 9.…

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U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testifies before a House Financial Services Committee hearing on “The Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress,” on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 24, 2025. Kevin Lamarque | ReutersAs the Trump administration escalates its criticisms of the Federal Reserve and Chairman Jerome Powell, the central bank is quietly pushing back with a new “Frequently Asked Questions” page on its website defending the central bank’s $2.5 billion renovation project.The page, last updated on Friday, directly responds to some of the administration’s criticisms of the project, which came under attack this week from Office of…

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The Tripadvisor logo is displayed on a tablet.Mateusz Slodkowski | Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty ImagesCompany: Tripadvisor (TRIP)Business: Tripadvisor is an online travel company. It leverages its brands, technology, and capabilities to connect its global audience with partners through content, travel guidance and two-sided marketplaces for experiences, accommodations, restaurants and other travel categories. Tripadvisor operates through three segments: Brand Tripadvisor, Viator and TheFork. Its Brand Tripadvisor segment is engaged in providing an online global platform for travelers to discover, generate and share authentic user-generated content in the form of ratings and reviews for destinations, points-of-interest, experiences, accommodations, restaurants and…

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Talking about money is hard, and asking your boss for more of it can be even harder. But once you have taken the time to research your market value and mull over your compensation goals, you’re likely ready to start negotiating for a higher salary.No matter how prepared you may be, though, the first conversation with your boss about your pay or benefits likely won’t wrap up with a sealed deal including everything you’re hoping for, says Kathryn Valentine, CEO of Worthmore Strategies, which has helped hundreds of clients successfully negotiate their compensation packages. It’s more likely that the process…

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Many couples see intimacy as a “nice to have” in relationships. It’s sweet when it’s there, but not essential. This is especially true after the honeymoon period wears off. As a sex therapist and psychotherapist with over two decades of experience, I’m here to tell you that’s wrong.Intimacy is the heartbeat of a thriving relationship. When intimacy breaks down, it doesn’t just affect your connection with a partner, it can impact your career, friendships, and physical health. It influences how you lead, communicate, make decisions, and feel about yourself. Clients often come to therapy for stress, anxiety, or performance issues at…

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