US stock market outlook 2026: Markets brace for 2026 with AI spending and job worries ahead. Experts predict falling interest rates could support company profits. Analysts eye the S&P 500 for steady growth, possibly around 7%. Small and mid-cap stocks may rebound. Gold prices are expected to climb, with some forecasts reaching $5,000 per ounce.
Piramal Finance is setting its sights on the lucrative gold loan sector. The company has proposed a buyout of Keertana Finserv, a specialized gold loan provider based in Hyderabad. Keertana Finserv, which is dedicated to gold loans, intends to fully transition away from microfinance by FY26.
Library image. The British Eventing (BE) 2026 national calendar and Britain’s international eventing fixtures list for the next five years were revealed today (8 December), featuring a sprinkling of new fixtures, tweaks and farewells as the organisation looks at “the much bigger picture”. Waverton House in Gloucestershire will be a new addition to the British Eventing calendar […]
The gap between what Republicans want to sell to voters and their actions highlights how difficult it will be for the GOP to rebuild its political standing.
Warwick Crown Court was told Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niazal abducted and led the girl to a secluded area despite her repeatedly begging to be freed.
MINNEAPOLIS — James Harden moved into 10th place on the NBA’s career scoring list Saturday, passing Carmelo Anthony during the Los Angeles Clippers’ loss to Minnesota. Harden was 20 points behind Anthony’s 28,289 career points entering the game. Harden hit a pair of free throws in the third quarter to move ahead of the Hall
The latest Android Canary build is available today and it features work by Apple and Google to make switching between Android and iPhone devices easier.
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In a remarkable display of community effort, over 500 rapid response teams are diligently working to prevent ten elephant herds from sweeping through a couple of dozen villages in Seraikela. These magnificent giants have wreaked havoc on crops and have leveled four homes, yet, thankfully, no lives have been lost, thanks to the ceaseless vigilance of the foresters.
Editor's Note: This story was updated to provide additional information provided by Prairie Band LLC after our initial report. The company did not want to provide comment for our initial report. TOPEKA (KSNT) – Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has landed a $30 million contract to vet and design mega detention centers in the Trump administration’s [...]
In response to a planned 12-hour shutdown on December 9th, local authorities have intervened, labeling the strike illegal due to its potential impact on daily routines and the ongoing local elections. Youth groups suggested the bandh to raise concerns over alleged illegal immigration and the rise of prayer structures.
Washington’s gamble on metallic fast reactors could turn bomb metal into centuries of power. In October 2025, the US Department of Energy launched an unprecedented offer: 19.7 tons of surplus weapons-grade plutonium, material that once sat at the heart of thousands of nuclear warheads, was now up for grabs by private reactor developers. Of this […]
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The final version of iOS 26.2 is nearly here, but in the meantime, Apple has seeded a second release candidate version as it irons out the last bugs.
After losing twice last week, Indiana hopes to pick up the pieces Tuesday when the Hoosiers host Penn State in a Big Ten matchup from Bloomington, Ind
According to the Secretary of the Security Council, Matsegora's caring attitude to the cause "and selfless service to the Motherland largely predetermined the consistent strengthening of cooperation between the Russian Federation and the DPRK"
No. 13 Illinois is a late entry into Big Ten play after a tough nonconference schedule but will take those experiences into the conference opener at O
The Japanese Meteorological Agency has issued an alert for a tsunami of up to three meters.
Kentucky finds itself in the midst of a rough stretch that has former players questioning the team's heart. The Wildcats will look to start changing t
In a remarkable display of resilience, a team of eight adventurers from the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation triumphed over the breathtaking Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. They reached the challenging Thorong La Pass, soaring to 17,769 feet in sub-zero conditions.
Saturday's big race will be run in support of the a charitable initiative set up by BBC racing commentator John Hunt and his daughter Amy.
On a bustling Monday, Guwahati's Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport showcased an impressive air travel experience. With only eight IndiGo flights canceled due to minor operational tweaks and no delays to report, travelers enjoyed seamless journeys. A total of twenty-one flights took off right on schedule, further enhancing the region's reputation for reliable connectivity.
Former Team India all-rounder Irfan Pathan feels that Abhishek Sharma could be targeted with bouncers right from the start of the innings, considering his tendency to start on a high note.
As winter blankets the landscape in frost, mental health experts in Ranchi's Rinpas are witnessing a notable 10-15% uptick in anxiety and depression cases. They clarify that the shorter days and frigid temperatures can lead to reductions in serotonin and dopamine levels, essential for regulating mood.
In an innovative move towards public health, Sivasagar's food safety department has kicked off an oil-testing scheme, gathering 30 samples of used cooking oil from local restaurants to identify harmful breakdown products.