Japan stocks are roaring back. This rally may be different from the 1990’s ‘bubble high’
Economy

Japan stocks are roaring back. This rally may be different from the 1990’s ‘bubble high’

Pedestrians cross an intersection in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, Japan, on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Photographer: Kentaro Takahashi/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesBloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesJapan’s stock markets have been testing new highs not seen since 1990 — evoking memories of its “bubble economy” right before the country plunged into its so-called “lost decade.”Since… […]

Former Navy SEAL Sheehy announces Montana Senate bid
Politics

Former Navy SEAL Sheehy announces Montana Senate bid

Already, Montana is of the most closely watched Senate races set for next year. Along with races in Arizona and West Virginia, the seat is one of a handful expected to determine control of the chamber’s majority in the next Congress. Sheehy’s announcement also comes as Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.), who ran for the seat… […]

When wealthy adventurers take risks,who foots the bill for rescue attempts?
World

When wealthy adventurers take risks,who foots the bill for rescue attempts?

When millionaire Steve Fossett’s plane went missing over the Nevada range in 2007, the swashbuckling adventurer had already been the subject of two prior emergency rescue operations thousands of miles apart.And that prompted a prickly question: After a sweeping search for the wealthy risktaker ended, who should foot the bill?In recent days, the massive hunt… […]

Does height still matter for NHL draft prospects?
Sports

Does height still matter for NHL draft prospects?

Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterJun 26, 2023, 07: 55 AM ETCloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN.For years, Yanni Gourde and players like him have constantly faced questions about whether they were too small to reach the NHL.After more than 450 games, nearly 300 points, two Stanley Cups and $34.7 million in career… […]

Massachusetts governor pledges to sign sweeping maternal health bill
World

Massachusetts governor pledges to sign sweeping maternal health bill

By STEVE LeBLANC Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] BOSTON (AP) — A sweeping maternal health bill has cleared both legislative chambers and is awaiting Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey’s signature. The bill would create a pathway for midwives and lactation consultants to obtain licenses, encourage the creation of more freestanding birth centers, and establish […]