New York (AP) — Longtime NBC News anchor Tom Brokaw, once television news’ most popular broadcaster as he told viewers about the biggest events of that late 20th Century, said Friday that he’s retiring from television. Brokaw, who is 80, said he’ll continue writing books and articles. He’s the author of “The Greatest Generation,” about those who fought World War […]
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President Joe Biden turned to executive action to help Americans with finances depleted by the coronavirus pandemic on Friday, as his more ambitious legislative proposals face mounting opposition on Capitol Hill. Covid-19 hospitalizations in the U.S. fell by the most ever on Thursday, the latest sign that relief may be coming to a health-care system that’s been fighting the virus […]
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Mortgage and refinance rates have increased since last Thursday, but they're still low overall. It could be a good day to lock in a low rate — but you'll probably want a fixed-rate mortgage, not an adjustable-rate mortgage. Mat Ishbia, CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage, told Business Insider there isn't much of a reason to choose an ARM over a fixed […]
Read moreWhat’s moving these stocks in pre-market hours today? In the Green 1. Guardion Health Sciences Inc. (GHSI) is up more than 16% at $0.76 in pre-market trading Thursday, adding to yesterday’s gain of over 19%, on no news. The company develops medical foods and medical devices in the ocular health space and also nutraceutical products. Bret Scholtes took over the […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic absolutely crushed gambling stocks in late March of last year. Exceptions have been limited to companies that also or exclusively offer online gambling. The recovery for some has been slow, but two initial public offerings and one big deal drove investment in the second half of 2020. There have been two big winners since January of 2020, […]
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As the National Mall prepares to close to visitors and armed troops patrol the nation’s capital, Discovery and its education division are planning a “virtual field trip” for students exploring the ritual of Inauguration Day. I Do Solemnly Swear: The U.S. Presidential Inauguration was announced by the company today as a no-cost education initiative with classroom, digital and television components. […]
Read moreCNBC Warren Buffett advised NFL linesman Ndamukong Suh to be ready to buy when bargains appear. “He’s been super cash-heavy,” Suh told CNBC about his mentor. “It’s being prepared to make moves.” Suh has turned to Buffett for career advice and investing guidance for more than a decade. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Warren Buffett underscored the importance […]
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Most mortgage and refinance rates have dropped since last Wednesday. The 10/1 ARM rates have increased slightly, though. Both mortgage and refinance rates are at historic lows. If you're ready to apply for a mortgage, you may want to choose a fixed-rate mortgage over an adjustable-rate mortgage right now. Mat Ishbia, CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage, told Business Insider there isn't […]
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Beijing has imposed a lockdown of 1.7 million people in part of the Chinese capital as officials race to prevent a Covid-19 resurgence in the country’s northern region from seeping into its most important city. Daxing district in southern Beijing, where its new airport is located, has been sealed off from the rest of the country after six infections were […]
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