German council approves a revised plan by Tesla to expand its plant near Berlin A local council in Germany has approved a plan by electric carmaker Tesla to expand the grounds of its first plant in Europe, a proposal which has drawn persistent protests this year. 05/16/2024 - 10:04 pm | View Link
Even the ‘peaceful’ campus protests are actually violent bullying How “nonviolent” are nonviolent protests? The cliché from left-wing politicians and academia is that the last two months’ worth of campus mob actions have been a marvel of nonaggression. 05/5/2024 - 8:45 am | View Link
Far-right influencers claim student protests are violent. Experts have different worries. As protests calling for an end to Israel’s attack on Gaza flare up on campuses across the country, far-right personalities spent the week trying to convince their followers the protests were ... 04/26/2024 - 4:58 am | View Link
Newtownmountkennedy protests: Taoiseach condemns ‘thuggery’ after violent clashes with gardaí at site earmarked for asylum seekers Photograph: X/Twitter Trudder House site has been targeted for protests since its intended use as accommodation first became public six weeks ago. A fire at the location in the early hours of ... 04/26/2024 - 3:25 am | View Link
Police launch violent crackdowns on Gaza protests at colleges across the US: ‘We’re terrified of another Kent State’ Police in riot gear have violently broken up peaceful Gaza solidarity protests at college campuses across the country, arresting over 500 people in the process. Images of armed police beating ... 04/26/2024 - 2:20 am | View Link
Reuters
US stocks traded mostly higher on Friday, with all 3 major indices sitting just below record highs.
A cool April CPI report buoyed hopes of Fed interest rate cuts later this year.
Investors will look to see if the gains can spill over into next week, which is set to be a busy one for AI developments.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 40,000 for the first time on Friday, closing out a strong week of gains fueled by upbeat inflation data midweek.
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best bread knives are versatile kitchen tools that make quick work of bread, plus tough fruits and vegetables. M8nshot MediaIf you've ever tried to slice open a loaf of sourdough with a dull kitchen knife, you know the struggle.
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreEetu Luostarinen #27 of the Florida Panthers skates for possession against Danton Heinen #43 of the Boston Bruins in Game Five of the Second Round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Eliot J. Schechter/NHLI via Getty ImagesThe Boston Bruins and the Florida Panthers will face off in Game 6 of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight, which could send one of the teams home for the year.
Sesame/Getty Images
Fears of a potential banking crisis are on the rise as interest rates stay elevated.
Interest rates are now at their highest levels since 2001 as the Fed keeps an eye on inflation.
Markets have already seen 1 regional bank fail this year, according to FDIC data.
Fears of more trouble in the banking sector are on the rise as investors and economists worry that high interest are causing trouble for regional lenders.
Amid Russian advances, Ukraine launched its biggest drone attack on Russia since the war started. Russia intercepted over 100 drones on May 17. Read the original article on Business Insider
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn morePluto customizes its pillows to your sleep preferences based off a sleep questionnaire. PlutoSleep products are rarely a one-size-fits-all experience, and for those after the best pillow, the solution may just be in customization. Adjustable pillows have exploded in popularity and help limit returns from the trial and error of which firmness or loft to seek out, but pillow specialty brand Pluto takes it even further with a pillow tailored to your needs.