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Is it a risk-taker’s market? Investors are skeptical

There’s a laundry list of reasons to be cynical about the stock market this year: real estate, high-interest rates, government shutdown risks, and wars abroad.  Investor and personal …

Much to many analysts' surprise, Amazon’s third-quarter earnings and revenue exceeded analysts' estimates by $1.7 billion. Their advertising sector raked in $12.1 billion in the third quarter …
AppleInsider reports that pre-orders of the iPhone 15 are up by 10% worldwide, year after year, with the sale of the iPhone Pro Max this year doing “exceptionally well.” The new Pro …
Meme stocks become viral through online communities such as Reddit and X. Through these social platforms; investors discuss stock viability, gather enough individuals, and mass-buy a certain amount …

Why Is The US Dollar The World’s Go-To Currency’?

The US Dollar is called the world’s “reserve currency” by the Council of Foreign Relations and has since been the standard for international trade. Countries must possess dollars …

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Bitstamp now offers Over the Counter (OTC) trading. You can now trade large amounts of crypto easily at the best possible price with seamless, private and instant block trade execution.
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Leather Helmets? Round Footballs? This is How NFL Equipment Has Evolved Over the Years

(NewsUSA) - With Safety Being the Number 1 Priority, the NFL Has Made Changes Even In Recent Years What Will the Future Bring? utgers on November 6, 1869, has undergone an astonishing evolution. …

New eBook From BookTrib Showcases Excerpts from Some of the Hottest Books

(NewsUSA) - BookTrib.com, a leading source of news, reviews and information about the book industry for more than 20 years, is excited to announce the launch of a new ebook showcasing excerpts from …
Explore Bitstamp’s September Crypto Lending Performance Report! Gain insights into Bitstamp Earn Lending performance, market trends and portfolio metrics.
Embark on a guided journey through the world of cryptocurrencies. Simplifying the complex crypto landscape into 14 categories, discover their real-world applications and take the first step to crypto …
Unpack September’s key crypto happenings with Bitstamp’s insightful monthly recap. This edition spotlights Token2049 and offers a deep dive into the dynamic stablecoin market.
If PA rejected here at the VAH, then I'm looking for a possible pull back to the POC of the range to form wave 2, following the corrective wave. If desired reaction is seen, this could make a ogood …
Look I already made posts about a market reversal and basically called the bottom in my prior post. This post is not about the fact the market trends has changed bullish instead this is a post about …
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Barnes wears signed Sinclair jersey as tribute

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes made a small contribution to the ongoing celebration of Canadian soccer legend Christine Sinclair on Friday.

This is the biggest misconception I see with (new) U.S. traders - day traders especially - and nobody is talking about this! You need to learn when the daily candle prints!! If your guru didn't …
#CHFJPY UPDATE Hi team, hope you are enjoying your trading journey. We are here to update our analysis about CHFJPY. CHFJPY is going up with the proper channel and trend line. Here we can …
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Why has gold broken above the $2,000 level? And why is it likely to stay this way for a long time? This is because the USD has been weakening since October, and we can observe an inverse …
So it has been quite some time since we have discussed CFX and it may be time for our next big move to the upside. CFX is one of those tokens that has a major Asian liquidity backing and tends to …
Support and Resistance Levels: Based on the price action, you have to identify two significant levels: the red line acting as resistance and the green line acting as support. Additionally, there …
Support and Resistance Levels: Based on the price action, you have to identify two significant levels: the red line acting as resistance and the green line acting as support. Additionally, there …
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The concentration of mempool transactions on Ethereum increased. ETH's prices continued to surge as whales showed interest. In the ever-evolving landscape of Ethereum …
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The short-term technical outlook for Nifty continues to be in favor of the bulls, with support seen at 20089-19909 and resistance at 20500-20751, says Prashanth Tapse, Senior VP (Research), Mehta …
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has stirred the crypto community, revealing significant ‘truths’ about Bitcoin’s centralized origins and its regulatory perceptions in the United States.  …
The Monetary Authority of Singapore is proposing stricter digital currency guidelines to regulate Digital Payment Token service providers and protect retail investors from unsafe activities. …
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Luke Misa records hat trick as Mississauga Steelheads strike down London Knights
The Mississauga Steelheads scored five unanswered goals in a 5-1 win over the London Knights.
Yet another hate-motivated attack on Delta, B.C. church caught on camera: Police
It's the most recent in a string of at least six attacks on the Ladner United Church dating back to 2019 that appear to be specifically targeting Pride flags. 
‘Trust has been broken’: New documents shed light on April’s Downtown Eastside decampment
Internal documents obtained through freedom-of-information legislation now show the municipality wanted very few people in the loop on when the decampment would begin.
Celebrating Edmonton’s food scene with some easy-to-make appetizers for your holiday get-togethers
Edmonton is known for being a hockey city, but it's also a foodie's paradise.
‘Most excruciating pain’: Former B.C. broadcaster shares a warning about shingles
"I absolutely had chickenpox as a child," she said. "I remember it being horrific. I also remember my children's chickenpox being horrific.
RCMP boost presence in Dawson Creek amid surge in street crime, shootings
The RCMP are deploying more officers to Dawson Creek, after the community raised concerns about an uptick in shootings and street crime.
Holiday air travel is booming this year, experts offer tips for a better trip
A rough holiday travel season last year has airports and travel experts gearing up for another busy season. They're asking travellers to do the same.
Applications open for designated child-care spaces in New Brunswick
The New Brunswick Government has opened applications for child care operators as part of its goal to meet a funding agreement with the federal government.
Calgary police release sketch of man found deceased in 2022
“Despite numerous attempts to identify the man by the Medical Examiner’s office and police, his identity remains unconfirmed and his next of kin remain outstanding,” police said.
Mental health, substance-use crisis supports available to Vernon residents
Vernon has launched a Mobile Integrated Crisis Response team, staffed with mental-health professionals and police officers to help when policing alone is not the right choice. 
Saskatoon city budget sees over 6 per cent rise to property taxes in 2024
Saskatoon city council wrapped up budget deliberations Friday with a 6.04 per cent property tax increase for 2024. Here are the details of how they got there.
Controversy brewing over possible solar project proposal in East Kootenay
Enterprise Renewables wants to explore just under 5o square kilometres of land north of Cranbrook to examine the potential environmental impacts of a solar facility.
Fatal collision on Manitoba highway currently under investigation
Police say a southbound vehicle collided with a semi-trailer heading in the opposite direction on a Manitoba highway. One person was confirmed dead.
24 Nova Scotia long-term care homes currently dealing with COVID-19 outbreaks
There are currently two dozen COVID-19 outbreaks reported at long-term care homes across Nova Scotia, and some health-care officials are concerned about a lack of COVID protocols. 
Peterborough businesses push back on city’s proposed tax ratio increase
Businesses currently pay 1.5 times the rate of residential property owners. The 2024 municipal budget proposes a rate of 1.65, which would raise an extra $3.3 million.
Man who participated in fatal New Westminster stabbing handed 9-year sentence
Robert Powshuk, 51, died after stumbling into a Waves Coffee House on Columbia Street "bleeding heavily" on Nov. 19, 2021. 
IIO called to fatal police shooting after reported threats at Abbotsford hospital
The IIO is investigating after police fatally shot a man at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital while responding to reports of a suspect with a weapon.
Proposal for up 7 highrises near future Langley SkyTrain station raises eyebrows
Two applications have been submitted to the municipality for a cluster of seven towers ranging from 28 to 44 storeys in height. 
Winnipeg Jets let third period lead slip away in 3-1 loss to Oilers
The Jets led for most of the night but late goals from Darnell Nurse and Leon Draisaitl turned the game around for Edmonton.
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Strange feelings in your legs and feet? You probably want to ask your doctor about it
Strange feelings in your legs and feet? You probably want to ask your doctor about it
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Energy Company Helps Preserve Mountain’s Beauty
Energy Company Helps Preserve Mountain’s Beauty
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Festive Foods to Skip or Pick for Your Pets According to a Veterinarian
Festive Foods to Skip or Pick for Your Pets According to a Veterinarian
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Why the U.S. Must Monitor Generative AI
Why the U.S. Must Monitor Generative AI
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Black Friday Bonanza—Don’t Miss These Hot Gifts
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How Small Businesses Can Score Big with AI Technology this Holiday Season
How Small Businesses Can Score Big with AI Technology this Holiday Season
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How to Use Credit Wisely
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