Vikings’ seasoned safety Smith happy to be back and help out
World

Vikings’ seasoned safety Smith happy to be back and help out

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — With the departure of several prominent Minnesota Vikings players underway this offseason, Harrison Smith had to consider leaving himself — assuming he wanted to stay in the game at all.The opportunity to return for a 12th year in the NFL with the only team he’s ever known, now with a revered… […]

Contractionary Policy
Fixed Income

Contractionary Monetary Policy

Through the buying and selling of government bonds and other securities, the government is able to manage their monetary policy. This is known as open market operations, a commonly used tool by government bodies around […]

Padres hope Tatis brings energy, maturity when PED ban ends
World

Padres hope Tatis brings energy, maturity when PED ban ends

SAN DIEGO (AP) — El Niño is coming.It could be quite the storm.Thursday night at Arizona, Fernando Tatis Jr. will be announced as the leadoff hitter for the San Diego Padres and settle into a big league batter’s box for the first time since the last game of the 2021 season.One of baseball’s most electrifying… […]

ETFs
Equities

8 Types of ETFs

The types of ETFs found on various exchanges around the world are broad and never ending. Before we discuss about various types of ETFs, let’s first understand them. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are an investment […]

Kipchoge says leg injury foiled Boston Marathon attempt
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Kipchoge says leg injury foiled Boston Marathon attempt

BOSTON (AP) — The rain might be gone if Eliud Kipchoge returns for another try at the Boston Marathon, as he said Tuesday he intends to do. The field might be thinner. The wind might be at his back.But Heartbreak Hill will still be there.The historic route from Hopkinton to Boston’s Back Bay isn’t going… […]

Edey declares for NBA draft with option to return to school
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Edey declares for NBA draft with option to return to school

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — National player of the year Zach Edey of Purdue has declared for the NBA, but will keep open the option of returning to school next season.The 7-foot-4 center, who led Purdue to a Big Ten regular-season title last season by averaging 22.3 points, 12.9 rebounds, 2.1 blocks and 1.5 assists… […]

AC Milan defeats Napoli, rejoins Europe’s elite in CL semis
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AC Milan defeats Napoli, rejoins Europe’s elite in CL semis

NAPLES, Italy (AP) — Serie A champion last season. A Champions League semifinalist this season.AC Milan is regaining its pedigree as a European power after a turbulent stretch marked by the end of Silvio Berlusconi’s ownership and financial issues.The seven-time continental champion reached the last four of the Champions League with a 1-1 draw at… […]

Eight to stand trial for role in Maradona’s death
Sports

Eight to stand trial for role in Maradona’s death

An Argentine appeals court has confirmed that eight health professionals will stand trial over their alleged role in the death of football legend Diego Maradona.As requested by prosecutors, the eight are accused of “simple homicide with wanton disregard” and could face between eight and 25 years in jail if found guilty.Maradona died on Nov. 25,… […]

Why one Grizzlies player gets a pass for breaking an unwritten NBA rule
Sports

Why one Grizzlies player gets a pass for breaking an unwritten NBA rule

8: 00 AM ETTim MacMahonESPN Staff Writer CloseJoined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009Covers the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas MavericksAppears regularly on ESPN Dallas 103.3 FMFINDING THE PERFECT shoe was one of the final steps in Desmond Bane’s frustrating return from injury.Bane visited multiple doctors after suffering a Grade 2 sprain of his right big toe during… […]

McDonald’s preparing a 2025 ‘McValue’ offering
Economy

McDonald’s preparing a 2025 ‘McValue’ offering

A McDonald’s is seen in the Flatbush neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York City, on Oct. 23, 2024. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images McDonald’s is preparing 2025 value offerings in a bid to hang onto customers who are fed up with high costs at restaurants. The company is working on a new “McValue” approach for […]