Last week, for the first time in history, the Dow Jones industrial average closed above 40,000.Unlike many right-wing commentators, I don’t consider the stock market the best indicator of the economy’s health, or even a good indicator. But it is an indicator. ... More »
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.I just love hot sauce. It’s one of those condiments that makes everything better. It adds a little zing of tan... More »
DALLAS (AP) — They're six-legged, hairy home invaders that just won't die, no matter how hard you try.Cockroaches are experts at surviving indoors, hiding in kitchen pipes or musty drawers. But they didn't start out that way.A new study uses genetics to chart ... More »
The Upshot’s financial calculator has been updated with new features.The New York TimesThe Upshot last week updated one of its earliest and most popular projects: the Rent or Buy calculator. Its lasting popularity is no mystery: All of us make this decision at... More »
The NBA announced its All-Rookie teams Monday with San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama and Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren as unanimous first-team selections.Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller, Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Go... More »
When OpenAI debuted its new voice assistant technology this month, it immediately drew comparisons to the 2013 Spike Jonze sci-fi film “Her.”As it turns out, the likeness may have been too close for comfort.OpenAI on Monday said it is pausing the use of one of... More »
Contrary to expectation, a major study found that weed use among minors was lower in states where the drug was legal.With weed these days, it’s a Willy Wonka world: chocolate bars, lollipops, exotic-flavored gummies — to say nothing of joints, vapes, drinks an... More »
BetMGM doesn't have to worry about the Denver Nuggets anymore.There were more bets and more money bet on the Nuggets to win the NBA Finals than any other team at BetMGM. The Nuggets were the biggest liability BetMGM had in that market, but that ended Sunday ni... More »
The U.S. men's national team will kick off a pivotal summer with a roster short on consequential decisions and long on European experience.It is not quite the USMNT's Copa América roster. That will be announced on or around June 14, after friendlies against Co... More »
In Canada, cannabis poisonings rose sharply among people 65 and older after the country legalized the drug, a new study found.The NewsAs more places legalize marijuana, policymakers and health officials have worried about the health risks that the drug may pos... More »
Bruins' playoff run exposed huge roster flaw that must be fixed ASAP originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonThe Boston Bruins' exit from the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs was a frustrating one for fans.Sure, the Florida Panthers were clearly a better team than th... More »
Before leaving for the weekend, Judge Juan Merchan told the lawyers to be prepared to give summations, also known as closing arguments, on Tuesday – meaning the jury could have the case as early as this week. Prosecutors told Merchan they have no other witness... More »