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Stocks and Bonds Steady at the End of a Tumultuous Week
Fears about the war in Iran, government deficits, the economy and corporate borrowing stirred global markets.
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Should You Invest in Bonds Right Now?
High-quality bonds are still safer than stocks, but they have been swinging in value, so move cautiously, our columnist says.
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Why Cruise Line Are Hiking Certain Fees
Some major lines are increasing gratuities and deposit requirements, and charging more for certain packages. It’s all adding up.
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Spike in ‘Dark’ Oil Tankers in Gulf Raises Risk of Catastrophic Spills
More vessels are navigating the Strait of Hormuz with their location devices turned off to evade attacks by Iran, adding to the threat of collisions.
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U.S. Citizen Who Deleted Phone’s Data Says His Prosecution Puts Privacy at Risk
Samuel Tunick, who faces a felony charge for deleting his phone’s data during an airport customs search, called the government’s peering into people’s private lives “creepy.”
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On the Radio, Trump Has a Reunion (of Sorts) With Michael Cohen
President Trump’s former personal lawyer tried to revisit the past in a radio interview. But this was not exactly a stroll down memory lane.
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Uncharted Paths: Rediscovering the Art of Authentic Travel Adventures
Traveling has always been one of life’s greatest pleasures. For many, it’s a way to break free from the routine, to explore new places and cultures, and to find a sense of adventure. But lately, I’ve been wondering if we’re losing something in the way we travel. With social media dictating the latest “must-visit” destinations,…
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Medusa Ransomware Hitting Healthcare Industry’s Unpatched Software Vulnerabilities
On August 18, 2026, the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and U.S. Department of Health & Human Services issued an update to a previous advisory to the health care industry warning against Medusa ransomware. The advisory provided tactics, techniques, and procedures as well as the indicators of compromise gathered to assist…
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EU Platform Work Directive: Uncertainty Ahead of the Implementation Deadline
Member States have until December 2, 2026, to transpose the Directive into national law, but how will Member States choose to implement it? The EU Platform Work Directive (“the Directive”) is a landmark piece of EU legislation aimed at protecting the rights of platform workers in what is commonly known as the “gig economy.” The…
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Court Allows Recklessness and Punitive Damages Claims to Proceed After Work‑Zone Crash
In a case where a defendant filed preliminary objections against allegations of recklessness and punitive damages, the Susquehanna County Court of Common Pleas denied these preliminary objections….By: Marshall Dennehey