Central Florida’s Weather Whiplash: Get Ready for a Freeze Before the Big Rebound If you stepped outside this morning in Central Florida, you were greeted by a stunning, postcard-perfect day. The sun is shining brightly, and thanks to a lack of cloud cover, the air feels crisp and cool, a welcome reminder that it truly…
China’s ‘Nvidia Challenger’ Moore Threads Ignites Markets with Staggering 500% IPO Debut A new force has arrived on the global semiconductor stage, sending a powerful signal from China’s technology sector. Moore Threads Technology Co., a Beijing-based chipmaker specializing in Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), saw its shares rocket on its trading debut, delivering one of the…
Black Friday’s Reigning Monarch: How Amazon Conquered the Holiday Shopping Season The numbers are in, and if there was ever any doubt about who truly runs the holiday shopping calendar, the debate is officially over. Black Friday, once the domain of elbow-to-elbow mall crowds, has fully morphed into an online spectacle—and Amazon is its undisputed…
The Fed Countdown: Trump’s Big Decision Looms Over Wall Street All eyes are on Washington this week as President Donald Trump prepares to name his nominee for the next Federal Reserve Chair, a decision that could dramatically reshape the nation’s monetary policy and send fresh ripples through the financial markets. The original four-year term for…
Chip Giant STMicroelectronics Secures Massive 15-Year Solar Power Deal in France The global race toward sustainability just got a major shot of solar energy, with semiconductor powerhouse STMicroelectronics signing a significant Power Purchase Agreement that locks in a large supply of renewable electricity for its French operations. This isn’t just a feel-good environmental footnote; it’s…
The Towers Prepare for a ‘Magical Holiday Week’ of Seaside Cheer For residents of Covenant Towers in sunny Myrtle Beach, the holiday season is shaping up to be more than just festive; it’s an all-inclusive, magical week designed to celebrate the very best of the Grand Strand’s winter cheer. This premier independent senior living community…
Global Chipmaker Showdown: Nexperia’s Dutch Unit Moves to Permanently Strip Chinese Parent’s Control The corporate world is watching a dramatic tug-of-war unfold at the heart of the global semiconductor supply chain. Netherlands-based chipmaker Nexperia is locked in an escalating conflict with its Chinese parent company, Wingtech Technology, with the Dutch unit reportedly seeking to permanently…
A Sense of Deja Vu: A New Federal Reserve Chair Showdown Looms There are few decisions a President makes that can ripple through the global economy quite like the selection of a Federal Reserve Chair. Nearly a decade ago, the political and financial worlds were focused on one question: Who would President Donald Trump choose…
The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation, the primary advocate for the river often called “The Hardest Working River in America,” has officially named its new executive director, signaling a fresh start in the ongoing battle to protect the vital waterways of the Carolinas. Stepping into the leadership role is Dr. Mo Drinkard, who will now guide one…
*** Big Bite Out of Your Raise: Medicare Part B Premium Spikes to $202.90, Cutting Into Social Security’s COLA Retirees hoping their annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment would fully cover rising expenses are about to get a painful reality check. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced a substantial jump in the standard…