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US Dollar (USD) could edge below 151.00 vs Japanese Yen (JPY), but it remains to be seen if it can maintain a foothold below this level. In the longer run, there has been a tentative buildup in downward momentum; USD must break and remain below 151.00 before further weakness is likely, UOB Group’s FX analysts Quek Ser Leang and Peter Chia note. Downward momentum builds up 24-HOUR VIEW: “The following are the excerpts from our update yesterday: ‘There has been a tentative buildup in downward momentum. Today, USD is likely to edge lower, but it is unlikely to reach the…
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Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson expresses enthusiasm after the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) launches an investigation into the SEC. In a tweet on Monday, the Department of Government Efficiency, spearheaded by Elon Musk, suggested it was investigating the SEC to potentially reveal waste, fraud, and abuse within the securities agency. The move follows DOGE’s creation of multiple X accounts for federal agencies, including the SEC and the IRS. Notably, the SEC-focused DOGE account called for public assistance in unraveling misconduct at the agency, particularly those related to waste, abuse, and fraud. It asked the public to send direct messages on…
California law governing the relationship between businesses and independent contractors recently changed, so it’s not a bad time to review if you use freelancers in your business. As of Jan. 1, having a written contract with certain types of independent contractors is required by law in California. The Freelance Worker Protection Act applies to agreements for services valued at $250 or more, covering roles including freelance writers, content contributors and other professional identified in the Labor Code. Contracts falling under the FWPA must be in writing and include key details, such as the names and addresses of the parties, an…
Stock image. Gold recovered from the biggest intraday decline in two months, returning to the key $2,900 level, as fears of an impending trade war continue to support safe-haven demand. In late afternoon trading on Monday, US gold for delivery in April was exchanging hands for $2,911 an ounce, up 0.4% in holiday-thinned dealings. The gains came even after the 14-day relative strength index — a gauge of the pace and intensity of moves — showed the precious metal reached overbought levels in recent sessions, according to Bloomberg. Meanwhile, the US dollar hovered near a two-month low, making bullion less…
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Article contentA baby aged only 14 days has died after being bitten by a dog in a residence in the Entwistle area, police said on Monday, Feb. 17. Article contentEmergency medical services and Evansburg RCMP responded to the incident on Sunday, Feb. 16.“The dog has been surrendered and RCMP are continuing to investigate,” police stated.According to the Alberta RCMP, when police arrived at the scene to assist EMS, the baby was seriously injured and their life was threatened.The baby was taken by STARS air ambulance to Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton.“Despite best efforts from medical professionals, the infant has been declared…
About 636,000 Virginians are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage if the federal government cuts funding for the entitlement program, an effort spearheaded by some GOP lawmakers.State lawmakers are trying to install some protections in the commonwealth. With over half a million Virginians at risk of losing Medicaid support, the stakes are high for those who rely on this essential program. Virginia is one of nine states with a “trigger law” that would automatically terminate Medicaid expansion if federal contributions dip below 90%. This means that any drop in federal funding could directly result in the dis-enrollment of those covered…
After escaping a cult, Julia McCoy turned freelancing on Upwork into a successful business.McCoy’s business, Express Writers, grew to $1.8 million in revenue with 100 contractors.She sold Express Writers for over $1 million and now runs FirstMovers.ai with AI agents.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Julia McCoy, a 33-year-old business owner in Arizona. Business Insider has verified the financial claims. This story has been edited for length and clarity.I was 19 years old when I decided to follow my passion. I Googled “How to make money writing,” and I found Upwork, which back then was Odesk.Freelancing on…
WASHINGTON — Taxpayer information for millions of Americans stored by the Internal Revenue Service could soon be accessible by the Department of Government Efficiency. According to ABC News, the Elon Musk-led DOGE specifically wants access to a system known as the Integrated Data Retrieval System. Access to the files in the system is typically closely guarded as it is used by the IRS to review tax information, issue notices and update taxpayer records. The system also allows for unfettered access to anyone’s personal tax filings. ABC News reports a source familiar with DOGE’s request says that if access is granted,…
