U.S. Stock Market Hours for New Year’s Eve 2024: Holiday Trading Schedule

People pass the New York Stock Exchange in New York's Financial District on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. (AP/Peter Morgan)

As we approach the end of the year, it’s important for investors and traders to plan their activities around the holiday schedule of financial markets. New Year’s Eve, a day often associated with celebration and reflection, is also a key date for market participants to finalize their transactions before the year concludes. This article provides … Read more

American Airlines Powers Through Holiday Disruption: Flights Resume After Brief Grounding

An American Airlines plane sits at a gate at Logan Airport ahead of the July 4th holiday in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S

On December 24th, American Airlines experienced a brief disruption in its operations when a technical issue prompted a temporary ground stop. The glitch, which impacted the airline’s ability to get flights in the air, led to significant delays and cancellations just ahead of the peak holiday travel period. However, after about an hour of grounding, … Read more

American Airlines Suspends All U.S. Flights Due to Critical ‘Technical Issue’

American Airlines grounds all US flights due to 'technical issue'

December 24, American Airlines took the drastic step of grounding all its flights across the United States due to a significant technical issue, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at airports nationwide. The airline, which is one of the largest carriers in the world, cited the issue as an unspecified technical malfunction, although further details regarding … Read more

What’s Open on Christmas Eve 2024? Stores, Fast-Food Chains, and Major Retailers You Can Visit Today for Convenience

What's open and closed on Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve is a time of anticipation, where families come together, and people prepare for the holiday festivities. However, for those running last-minute errands, whether it’s buying a gift, stocking up on groceries, or grabbing a quick meal, the situation may be different this year. While many businesses remain open on Christmas Eve, it’s important … Read more

IRS to Send Overdue Stimulus Checks to 1 Million Taxpayers

The IRS might be dropping $1,400 into your stocking this year

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is set to deliver unclaimed stimulus payments to approximately 1 million taxpayers in December, offering a financial boost of up to $1,400 per eligible recipient. These payments stem from the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit, designed to help individuals who missed out on receiving their stimulus checks during the pandemic. A … Read more

Shocking Incident: US Fighter Jet Downed in Friendly Fire Over Red Sea

A U.S. Navy F/A-18, like the one seen here, was reportedly shot down Sunday by 'friendly fire.'

WASHINGTON, Dec 21 – In a serious military incident, a U.S. fighter jet was unintentionally destroyed over the Red Sea early Sunday morning, marking what officials have described as a regrettable case of friendly fire. The F/A-18 Hornet, which was operating from the aircraft carrier Harry S. Truman, was mistakenly targeted and struck by a … Read more

What is U.S. Birthright Citizenship and Can Trump Effectively End It? A Controversial Debate

What is US birthright citizenship?

WASHINGTON – Donald Trump has reignited discussions around U.S. birthright citizenship, proposing to end this longstanding constitutional right as part of his immigration policies. This contentious topic raises critical questions about the scope of presidential powers and the future of citizenship in the United States. Below, we delve into what birthright citizenship is, its legal … Read more