Money Machine Newsletter

The FAA gears up for its busiest Thanksgiving in 15 years, with over 360,000 flights scheduled from Nov. 24 to Dec. 2 and a peak of 52,000 on Nov. 25. Weather might cause delays, but overall operations are on track for a smooth holiday rush.

Kazakhstan has joined the Abraham Accords during President Tokayev’s Washington D.C. visit, despite recognizing Israel since 1992. The move supports international cooperation, dialogue, and a two-state solution amid US and Russian influences.

Hamas claims the US-backed ceasefire is over due to Israeli airstrikes and rising death tolls in Gaza. Israeli officials accuse Hamas of breaking the truce amid conflicting reports and heavy casualties. #GazaConflict #MiddleEast #Ceasefire

Derek Chauvin's defense petitioned to overturn his murder conviction in George Floyd's death. They claim the restraint used was part of official police training, citing over 50 sworn officer declarations and arguing intent, causation, and due process issues warrant a new trial.

A study by the National Taxpayers Union Foundation finds California loses a taxpayer every minute, as residents move to states like Florida and Texas for lower taxes and better living. High-tax states now face budget risks from rising demands and spending.

Recent analysis shows a market downturn with declining "free" money investments as companies cut aggressive AI and digital asset spending—hinting at potential economic instability and volatility ahead. #MarketTrends #DigitalAssets #EconomicAnalysis

The U.S. is witnessing its largest gas pipeline boom since 2008 across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Gas-shipping capacity is set to rise 13%, fueling global LNG demand and new terminal projects, though critics warn of deepening fossil fuel reliance.

German cities are nearing bankruptcy. Essen's Mayor Thomas Kufen warns of a €30 billion deficit in 2025 driven by surging costs for social services, education, and refugee integration, urging urgent national dialogue on resource management to avoid disaster.

Global technocracy raises questions about voluntary participation and our dependence on tech. We must choose to engage with systems that control our data, leaving the future tied to human compliance amid advancing AI and surveillance. #Technocracy #AI #Surveillance

U.S. migration trends show Southern and Western cities gaining favor. Las Vegas leads with 33% of new residents coming from out-of-state, followed by Mesa and Colorado Springs, while major metros like New York, LA, and Houston still attract vast numbers annually.

Amid volatile trading, Nvidia’s strong earnings spotlight AI stocks. Soaring valuations and rising debt signal caution and hint at a possible correction. Knowing your risk tolerance is key amid evolving tech opportunities. #AITrade #Investing #MarketTrends

The U.S. State Department says mass migration is an "existential threat" to Western civilization, fueling crime, terror, and instability. Secretary Rubio's team will review policies to address these issues and protect citizens. #MassMigration #NationalSecurity #WesternCivilization

VP J.D. Vance slammed critics of Trump’s Ukraine peace plan as living in a "fantasy land." He said the plan aims to end hostilities, preserve Ukrainian sovereignty, and gain acceptance from both sides, with comments coming just before Geneva talks amid rising tensions.

Trump ended TPS for Somalis in Minnesota, citing a welfare fraud report alleging billions funneled to Al-Shabaab. The move has sparked split reactions among lawmakers and community leaders. #TPS #WelfareFraud #AlShabaab

At Berlin’s EU-Digital Summit, Europe's AI crisis was exposed: €25B in funding pales in comparison to $340B in the U.S. Regulators face blame for stifling growth, prompting calls to reduce US tech dependence and push for more agile digital policies. #EUDigitalSummit #InnovationCrisis #DigitalEconomy

Investigation shows key Trump appointees like John Bolton and Gina Haspel may have misled the public about the Intelligence Community Assessment tied to Russiagate, potentially overstating Russia’s role in Trump's 2016 campaign. #Russiagate #TrumpAdministration

Despite adding 119,000 jobs in September, US unemployment hit a four-year high at 4.4%. Gen Z now values work-life balance over traditional career moves, widening the gap with older, more committed workers amid economic uncertainty. #GenZ #WorkplaceTrends #EconomicShift

A federal report on childhood gender dysphoria, peer-reviewed as scientifically sound, advises against medical interventions for children and recommends psychotherapy. Critics, including the APA, challenge its methods, though some support the conservative treatment approach.

AI Bubble? Tell That to Buffett’s $4.9B Google Buy

#AIboom #SmartMoneyMoves #marketplace

New leadership at CBS News and the Washington Post could spark change. Experts call for transparency about biases rather than masking them. MediaPedia ranks journalists' biases, urging honesty over false objectivity to rebuild trust in journalism.

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee faces backlash after meeting ex-spy Jonathan Pollard, convicted of espionage for Israel. Pollard described the meeting as warm and thanked Huckabee for seeking his release. The CIA is alarmed, while the White House was unaware.

A leaked 28-point peace deal aims to balance Russian and Ukrainian security, involve US/NATO, and address key issues like Ukraine's sovereignty, a non-aggression pact, and reconstruction. Its goal is easing Russian-US tensions amid China competition. #Russia #Ukraine #PeaceDeal

Goldman warns that stratospheric warming could trigger a polar vortex in the eastern US this winter. Cold patterns are expected from Thanksgiving week with La Niña influences, and energy markets reflect rising natural gas futures. #PolarVortex #Weather #EnergyMarkets

In Berlin, residents pay over four times more for electricity than those in Budapest, where prices are the EU’s lowest. The IEA highlights this stark contrast in energy costs and policies across the regions. #ElectricityPrices #EnergyPolicy #EUComparisons

Japan may face China sooner as PM Takaichi warns that China's military moves near Taiwan threaten Japan’s survival. She aims to strengthen the Self-Defense Forces, with U.S. support echoing its Europe strategy.

#Japan #China #USRelations

Marc Andreessen urges America to focus on advanced manufacturing like robotics and AI instead of reverting to nostalgic job models. He believes that addressing regulatory and energy challenges can help the U.S. lead the global market.

William Andersen views socialism as a political, not an economic, doctrine. Despite past criticisms (notably by Ludwig von Mises), its political appeal endures. Recent urban successes show socialists reshaping political structures without proving economic effectiveness.

California's Legislative Analyst's Office projects an $18B deficit next fiscal year amidst rising costs and slow revenue growth. Mounting education and healthcare expenses are deepening the crisis, forcing Gov. Newsom’s upcoming budget to address these challenges.

Five individuals pleaded guilty to terrorism charges in the first Antifa case linked to a July shooting at a Texas detention center that injured a police officer. They face up to 15 years in prison while more suspects are being investigated.

Qatar warns the Gaza ceasefire teeters on collapse amid intense Israeli airstrikes that have killed at least 32 Palestinians, marking the worst escalation since its start. Qatar condemns the attacks as brutal. #GazaCeasefire #Israel #Qatar