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Nvidia is anticipated to surpass Q4 earnings estimates, with analysts expecting strong performance despite ongoing manufacturing challenges. The company is projecting a slight increase in Q1 guidance, slightly above average estimates, as supply constraints from GB200 NVL server production issues persist. Demand for H20 GPUs in China is rising due to DeepSeek's growth and a scarcity of Huawei's Ascend AI processors, while Nvidia's cloud service providers are funding inventories at electronic manufacturers. Nvidia shares rose...

Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has long warned about the concentration of wealth and power among the nation's richest individuals, a concern validated by President Trump's presidency and Elon Musk's actions. Sanders remains frustrated that many Democratic politicians do not share his belief in the need for a radical overhaul of the political system. He plans campaign-style rallies in Omaha and Iowa City to pressure House Republicans to oppose Trump's policies in the upcoming federal...

Gen. CQ Brown is visiting the U.S.-Mexico border to assess military progress in fortifying the wall, with 9,200 U.S. troops deployed, including 4,200 under federal orders and 5,000 National Guard troops. The Trump administration designated eight gangs and cartels, such as Tren de Aragua and MS-13, as foreign terrorist organizations, expanding efforts to combat criminal organizations. U.S. NORTHCOM Commander and Mexican Secretary of National Defense signed a mutual agreement on border coordination, emphasizing increased information...

The New York Yankees announced a change to their longstanding grooming policy, now allowing players to have well-groomed beards. This policy reversal comes after decades of strict rules barring players from having facial hair, dating back to the 1970s under George Steinbrenner's ownership. The decision was made by managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner after consulting with former and current Yankees, marking a significant shift in the team's appearance standards. Full Article

A Scottish Highland bull has been wandering in rural western Connecticut for over a month, with residents reporting sporadic sightings, including in New Milford. The animal control officer in Kent, Lee Sohl, mentioned the challenges in capturing the scared bull in the winter weather, while owner Jo Ann Joray and others have been attempting to locate and secure it. The bull's escapade has drawn comparisons to Buddy the beefalo and highlighted the hardiness of the...

Billionaire Elon Musk suggested scrapping the International Space Station sooner, stating it has served its purpose and proposing de-orbiting in 2 years. NASA announced SpaceX will develop a de-orbit vehicle for the space station's controlled de-orbit after its operational life ends in 2030. Retired astronaut Leroy Chiao emphasized the station's importance for Mars missions, while Musk criticized former ISS Commander Mogensen for rejecting claims of political reasons for astronauts being stranded. Full Article