These Are the Countries That Control the World’s Gold
The World Gold Council's latest quarterly report on gold trends shows that the gold held by central banks is at a record level and a small number of nations control it.
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Douglas A. McIntyre
Where Does Each Democratic Candidate Stand On Gun Control?
After two mass shootings in two days, in El Paso and Dayton, the focus of political policy continues to swing sharply to gun control. Most of the current presidential candidates have specific policies although…
The One Stock to Own If the Market Craters
While Verizon stock is down year to date, the nature of its businesses, its rock-solid balance sheet and a healthy dividend yield makes it an ideal holding if the markets crater.
Chick-fil-A Opens A Store Every Few Days
Chick-fil-A has posted explosive growth as it has become one of the most popular fast-food chains in America. It now has locations in 46 states. Its recent growth has taken into large cities like…
Black Unemployment Rates 82% Higher Than White
The largest gulf between any two major groups in the July jobless report was that between black and white Americans.
The Fast and the Furious Franchise Already Worth $1.5 Billion
“Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw” will be the ninth installment in one of the most successful franchises in Hollywood’s history. The first film, “The Fast and the Furious,” was released in 2001.…
What’s the Difference Between Well Water and City Water?
According to the EPA, 13 million households rely on water from their own wells. The agency does not regulate this source of water.
2020 Redistricting: An Early Look
ThinkstockBy Kyle Kondik, Managing Editor, Sabato’s Crystal Ball KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE — The Supreme Court’s recent decision to stay out of adjudicating gerrymandering doesn’t necessarily change anything because the court had never put…
A Quarter of America’s Big Newspapers Cut Staff Last Year
Pew Researched has released a study showing that 27% of America's large newspapers cut staff last year. There is no reason to think that the layoff trend is over.
Here’s What We Might Expect From iPhone 11
The iPhone 11 may not have features that make it substantially different from the current generation. That means Apple will need to continue to depend on services and wearables for its growth.
This Is How People Avoid Data Hacks When It Comes to Money Payments
The hacking of millions of Capital One accounts once again showed the potential dangers of exposure of personal data given to financial firms and retailers. Some Americans have avoided this by paying for things…
In Major Development, Smartphone Sales Fall, Apple Share Disappoints
Smartphones have fueled the growth in consumer electronics sales for nearly a decade. Continuing a recent trend, smartphone sales have continued to fall.
Why Does The Olympic Logo Have Five Rings?
The Olympic Games are one year away. Japan will be the host, and events will run from July 24 to August 9. Sportswriters are already picking favorites across dozens of events. The one image…
10 Ways Old Age Is Better Now Than It Was 50 Years Ago
Americans over 60 year old are very different than they were 50 years ago. And those differences are in some cases profound.
10 Ways a Police Car Is Better Than Your Car
These are the primary ways that police cars are different from cars sold in dealerships.
Barbie’s Big Comeback
Barbie sales have been choppy for the past several years, but as Barbie turns 60 years old, her sales have surged, pulling Mattel from a sharp spin downward.
July Car Sales to Be Flat, VW to Jump
Despite worries that strong car sales in the United States cannot continue, experts expect that July sales have been strong. Helping to lead the way, once embattled Volkswagen had a good month.
Should People Replaced By Robots Get A Free Education?
Several recent pieces of research show that as many as 40% of jobs could be replaced by robots in the next 15 years. The staggering number opens the question of what all of the…
Why Switch Jobs? You Make More Money
Some people switch jobs for different lifestyles. Some move to change careers. Some change to make more money, and very often, according to a new study, they do. According to a new study from…
It’s 88 Degrees Below Zero Here Right Now
A very few parts of the world have temperatures that have been well below zero since they were first visited in the early 20th century. Among the coldest regularly is Ago-4 in Antarctica.