Bitcoin gives back Tuesday’s new year rally as traders weigh ETF decision, Fed policy

Bitcoin gives back Tuesday’s new year rally as traders weigh ETF decision, Fed policy

Bitcoin on Wednesday reversed its new year rally as investors weighed the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook and stayed on alert for updates on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s looming bitcoin exchange-traded fund decision. The price of bitcoin was last lower by more than 4% at $42,685.85, according to Coin Metrics. Earlier in the day, it…

New reason to skip alcohol, changing weight loss goals, and what smoking does to the brain

New reason to skip alcohol, changing weight loss goals, and what smoking does to the brain

As weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy peak in popularity moving into the New Year, semaglutide experts believe these meds could make it more likely that people will stick with their resolutions. (SEBASTIEN BOZON/AFP via Getty Images) STICKING WITH IT – Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs may strengthen New Year’s resolutions, experts say. Continue reading……

SpaceX illegally fired workers who called Elon Musk an ‘embarrassment’: labor agency

SpaceX illegally fired workers who called Elon Musk an ‘embarrassment’: labor agency

Rocket and satellite maker SpaceX on Wednesday was accused by a US labor agency of unlawfully firing eight employees for circulating a letter calling founder and CEO Elon Musk a “distraction and embarrassment.” A regional official with the National Labor Relations Board issued a complaint claiming SpaceX violated the workers’ rights under federal labor law to band…

Maersk shares surge after shipping firm extends Red Sea pause, freight rates rise

Maersk shares surge after shipping firm extends Red Sea pause, freight rates rise

Shipping giant Maersk on Wednesday notched a second consecutive session of strong gains as investors assessed a ratings upgrade and its decision to prolong a halt on Red Sea travel due to safety concerns. The Danish firm topped Europe’s Stoxx 600 gainers, with its Copenhagen-listed shares provisionally closing up 5.1% following Tuesday’s 6.4% rise. Shares…

New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations

New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations

New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations – CBS News Watch CBS News Triple threat of respiratory viruses is driving an increase in infections and hospitalizations across the U.S. Dr. Celine Gounder offers tips to stay healthy and advice for what to do if you feel sick. Be the…

Frank Ryan Dies at 87; Cerebral Quarterback Led Browns to ’64 Title

Frank Ryan Dies at 87; Cerebral Quarterback Led Browns to ’64 Title

In his 13-year N.F.L. career, Frank Ryan passed for 149 touchdowns, went to the Pro Bowl three times and took the Cleveland Browns to the 1964 N.F.L. championship, throwing three second-half touchdowns in that victory. It was the last time the city of Cleveland would have a major pro championship for 52 years, until June…