Experts say financial literacy should be mandatory in schools
With the cost of living rising, experts say schools should do more to help young people learn how to manage their money, and even make financial literacy classes mandatory to graduate.
With the cost of living rising, experts say schools should do more to help young people learn how to manage their money, and even make financial literacy classes mandatory to graduate.
A polar bear that killed a young mother and her baby last month in western Alaska was likely an older animal in poor physical condition, but tests came back negative for pathogens that affect the brain and cause aggressive behavior, officials said. Dr. Kimberlee Beckmen, a state wildlife veterinarian, collected and examined samples from the bear’s head the day after the attack, when weather conditions allowed her and an Alaska State Trooper to fly to the village. The results of her analysis, which were released Friday, indicate the bear was an adult male, probably older and in poor physical health.
President Joe Biden said on Monday that relations between Washington and Beijing were not weakened by the United States' downing of a suspected Chinese spy balloon over the weekend. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Biden said it was always his view that the balloon needed to be shot down "as soon as it was appropriate." Biden continued: "We did the right thing and it's not a question of weakening or strengthening - it's reality."
The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard together with Cloy-e-iis, Dr. Judith Sayers with the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, President Gaagwiis Jason Alsop with the Council of the Haida Nation, Chief Jeff Jones with the Pacheedaht First Nation, James Wallas, Elected Councillor with Quatsino First Nation will jointly announce progress on the proposed Tang.ɢwan — ḥačxwiqak — Tsig̱is Marine Protected Area.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has presided over a military meeting and pledged to expand drills and beef up the country's war readiness posture, state media reported on Tuesday. At the meeting of the central military commission of the ruling Workers' Party on Monday, officials discussed "major military and political tasks" for this year and the "long-term issues concerning the orientation for army building," KCNA news agency said. "Studied and discussed there were ... the issue of constantly expanding and intensifying the operation and combat drills of the KPA to cope with the prevailing situation and more strictly perfecting the preparedness for war," KCNA said, referring to the Korean People's Army.
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES TORONTO, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fairfax India Holdings Corporation (“Fairfax India” or the “Company”) (TSX: FIH.U) announces that it has appointed Mr. R. William (Bill) McFarland as an independent director. Mr. McFarland spent most of his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Canada and was admitted to the partnership in 1992. While at PwC (Canada), Mr. McFarland was also a member of the executiv
No matter what Joe Biden says in Tuesday night's State of the Union address, Fox News and Co. will hate it. Why not just give them what they want?
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — Authorities have started releasing toxic chemicals into the air from five derailed tanker cars that had been in danger of exploding Monday near the Ohio-Pennsylvania state. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine ordered evacuations in the area and had warned residents a few hours before the controlled released to leave immediately or face the possibility of death. The Ohio Emergency Management Agency says the release began Monday around 4:30 p.m., about an hour later than first expect
The St Helens great saw his Rovers side run in nine tries.
A night in music brimming with shocking upsets, historic wins, tributes for artists like the late rapper Takeoff and hip-hop’s 50th anniversary, the 65th Grammys were back in full swing Sunday. Once again, Beyoncé was in the running for the top honor. This year was widely seen as a chance for the Grammys to honor the superstar with a marquee award, especially on a night where she could have ( and did ) become its most decorated artist.
RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Commonwealth Fund Services, Inc., Administrator to the ETF Opportunities Trust, has announced that due to factors such as limited asset growth opportunities, the ongoing operational costs and the current economic environment, the Board of Trustees of ETF Opportunities Trust (the "Trust") has approved a Plan of Dissolution (the "Plan") for the UBC Algorithmic Fundamentals ETF (NYSE Arca: UBCB) (the "Fund") based on the recommendation of the Fund's
TORONTO, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greenland Resources Inc. (NEO: MOLY, FSE: M0LY) (“Greenland Resources” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the director voting results from the Company’s ordinary-course annual general meeting held on February 6, 2023 (the “Meeting”). Each of the four director nominees proposed by management were elected by over 99% of the votes cast, demonstrating robust shareholder confidence and support for the board. Details of the voting results are as follows
Joe Rogan hopes Francis Ngannou finds his way back to the UFC.
Maybe casual chain restaurants like Cracker Barrel are more your speed. For some people, there's no better time to propose marriage than Valentine's Day, or in the vicinity of that holiday. If you go that route, you might set yourself up for a ton of free food -- provided you're willing to pop the question at a Cracker Barrel location.
While many condiments add extra calories and are high in sugar, salt and fat, some are actually good for you.
Nicola Sturgeon is facing a fresh crisis after she was accused by Alex Salmond of having “thrown away” years of campaigning for Scottish independence over her controversial trans laws.
The Biden Administration wants to reduce these hidden fees to help Americans keep more of their hard-earned money. President Biden is calling on Congress to pass the Junk Fee Prevention Act. Unexpected fees can be frustrating, and for consumers, it can feel like companies that charge such fees are sneaky or dishonest.
Google is testing Chrome's Blink web engine on iOS, but don't expect it in a public browser for now.
Meet the "Ding Dong Keep It On" bell.
HIRE Technologies Inc. (TSXV:HIRE.V)(OTCQB:HIRRF) ("HIRE" or the "Company"), a company focused on modernizing and digitizing human resources solutions, announces that Charlie Cooper, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, has tendered his resignation effective February 10, 2023.
Harmony P. Garges MD MPH and Menassie Taddese MBA appointed to Medexus’s board of directors Appointments bolster Medexus board’s medical and financial expertise, particularly in the United States TORONTO and CHICAGO, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medexus Pharmaceuticals (Medexus) (TSX: MDP) (OTCQX: MEDXF) is pleased to welcome Harmony P. Garges MD MPH, Chief Medical Officer of ViiV Healthcare, and Menassie Taddese MBA, former executive at Pfizer and Viatris, to the Medexus board of directors