News & Perspective
Keep current on recent E.J. McKay news & industry trends.
Al s recovery efforts in LA move forward, powerfunew winds threaten progress
While Los Angeles officials are making progress in fire containment and search and recovery efforts, extreme fire danger threatens LA and Ventura counties over the next few days. Strong winds — reaching gusts of…
‘An old friend’: Former US President Jimmy Carter remembered in China for establishing diplomatic ties
Former US President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, is remembered in China for bringing an end to decades of hostility and establishing diplomatic relations with Beijing. On January 1, 1979,…
Christmas 2024: 3 Traditions From Around The World You Didn’t Know About
Christmas is known for traditions like decorating trees, baking sweets and exchanging gifts. But in different parts of the world, there are some unique customs that make the holiday even more interesting and…
What We Know About XAI As It Bolsters Itself For AI Race—With $6 Billion In New Funding
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI disclosed Thursday it raised $6 billion in equity financing—the company’s latest step forward as it raises funding and expands its rapidly growing supercomputer site in hopes of cementing itself in a competitive…
Gold tumbles as Trump’s newest tariff threat boosts dollar
Gold futures fell Monday to start both the new week and month, pressured by a stronger dollar after President-elect Trump warned BRICS nations that he would require commitments that they would not move…
Bitcoin ticks closer to $100,000 in extended surge following US elections
Bitcoin extended its streak of record highs after ticking above $99,000 for the first time. The cryptocurrency has rocketed more than 40% in just two weeks. Crypto-friendly Now, bitcoin is at the doorstep of…
