USD/CAD steadies near 1.4010 as US government shutdown ends

The post USD/CAD steadies near 1. 4010 as US government shutdown ends appeared com. USD/CAD halts its four-day losing streak, remaining flat and trading around 1. 4010 during the Asian hours on Thursday. The pair may gain ground as the US Dollar (USD) could further appreciate amid improving sentiment, driven by the end of the United States (US) government shutdown. Reuters reported that US President Donald Trump signed the government funding bill on Thursday, marking the official end of the longest government shutdown in US history. The bill requires the Government to resume normal operations and calls for direct payment for individuals to purchase healthcare. Additionally, the US Dollar may also gain support from hawkish Fedspeak, which decreased the odds of the Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cut in December. The CME FedWatch Tool shows markets pricing in nearly a 60% chance of a 25-basis-point Fed rate cut in December, down from 67% a day ago. Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic addressed economic trends at the Atlanta Economic Club on Wednesday. Bostic cautioned that easing policy too soon could “feed the inflation beast,” while noting that a sharp downturn in the labor market is unlikely in the near term. The downside of the USD/CAD pair could be restrained as the Canadian Dollar (CAD) may gain on a cautious tone surrounding the Bank of Canada (BoC) policy outlook. Rate markets expect the BoC to keep interest rates unchanged at least through the end of 2026, though that could change if economic conditions worsen. Canadian Dollar FAQs The key factors driving the Canadian Dollar (CAD) are the level of interest rates set by the Bank of Canada (BoC), the price of Oil, Canada’s largest export, the health of its economy, inflation and the Trade Balance, which is the difference between the value of Canada’s exports versus its imports. Other factors include market sentiment whether investors are taking. Continue reading USD/CAD steadies near 1.4010 as US government shutdown ends

Schenectady Shares gets funding to help food-insecure locals

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A Schenectady-based nonprofit was granted new funds to help county residents with food insecurity. Schenectady Shares was presented with a $100,000 check to continue their work. The organization provides funds and aid to food pantries and aid organizations across Schenectady County. Rev. Dustin Longmire said the money is coming at a […] Continue reading Schenectady Shares gets funding to help food-insecure locals

Hornets snap losing streak with 111-100 win over Bucks as Bridges scores 20

Miles Bridges scored 20 points, Ryan Kalkbrenner had 17 points on 8-for-8 field goal shooting, and the Charlotte Hornets snapped a three-game losing streak on Wednesday night with a 111-100 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, who played without Giannis Antetokounmpo. Collin Sexton and Kon Knueppel had 16 points apiece for the Hornets. Continue reading Hornets snap losing streak with 111-100 win over Bucks as Bridges scores 20

Eagles-Lions Week 11 injury report, with analysis

The Philadelphia Eagles had their bye Week 9, so they were relatively fresh heading into their Week 10 game against the Packers. They escaped Green Bay without any significant injuries, as there were no absentees on Wednesday in advance of their matchup against the Detroit Lions. The Lions listed 16 players on their initial injury report. Continue reading Eagles-Lions Week 11 injury report, with analysis

Microsoft brings Atlanta-based AI ‘super factory’ online

Microsoft Corp. said today it’s bringing online its first artificial intelligence “super factory” with the grand opening of its newest multibillion-dollar data center facility in Atlanta. The company said it’s going to link the massive new server farm with existing data center infrastructure elsewhere in the country to ensure it can provide the immense computing [.] The post Microsoft brings Atlanta-based AI ‘super factory’ online appeared first on SiliconANGLE. Continue reading Microsoft brings Atlanta-based AI ‘super factory’ online

Garrett Crochet finishes second in AL Cy Young Award voting

Crochet earned four out of a possible 30 first-place votes for the Cy Young Award. The post Garrett Crochet finishes second in AL Cy Young Award voting appeared first on Boston. com. Continue reading Garrett Crochet finishes second in AL Cy Young Award voting

Rotten Tomatoes Critics Crush Alan Ritchson And Kevin James’ Comedy

The post Rotten Tomatoes Critics Crush Alan Ritchson And Kevin James’ Comedy appeared com. Kevin James and Alan Ritchson in “Playdate.” Prime Video/David Bukach Playdate, an action comedy starring Reacher star Alan Ritchson and Kevin James, is new on streaming and the movie is getting splattered by Rotten Tomatoes critics. Rated PG-13, Playdate begins streaming on Prime Video on Wednesday. The official summary for the movie reads, “When recently unemployed accountant Brian (James) agrees to a playdate with charismatic stay-at-home dad Jeff (Ritchson) and their sons, he expects an easy afternoon of small talk and football tossing. Instead, he’s thrust into a chaotic scramble to stay alive as they are pursued by a ruthless team of mercenaries. Forbes‘The Running Man’ Rotten Tomatoes Reviews: Is Glen Powell’s Movie A Winner? By Tim Lammers “Brian stumbles through one ridiculous obstacle after another, his zero tactical skills a stark contrast to Jeff’s oddly prepared demeanor. Director Luke Greenfield (Let’s Be Cops, The Girl Next Door) hilariously collides suburban dad life with high-stakes thrills, transforming an ordinary afternoon into an absurd action-packed adventure where minivan mayhem meets professional hitmen.” As of the publication of this article, Playdate has earned a 17% “rotten” critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes based on 12 reviews. RT’s Critics Consensus, audience summary and Popcornmeter score based on verified user ratings are still pending. What Are Individual Critics Saying About ‘Playdate’? Brian Tallerico of RogerEbert. com is among the critics on RT giving Playdate a “rotten” rating, writing in his review summary, “It’s a remarkably stupid movie that thinks you’re remarkably stupid, too.” Also ripping the film on RT is the AV Club’s Matt Donato, who writes, “When people complain about the death of mainstream comedies, it’s bottom-feeding films like Playdate that are the genre’s executioner.” Gregory Nussen of Screen Rant also rips on the film on RT, writing, “Regressive and devoid of genuine laughs, the. Continue reading Rotten Tomatoes Critics Crush Alan Ritchson And Kevin James’ Comedy