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Philadelphia Super Bowl and World Series wins have historically coincided with stock market calamity. But these types of “fun” indicators aren’t reliable.Philadelphia Super Bowl and World Series wins have historically coincided with stock market calamity. But these types of “fun” indicators aren’t reliable.    As one of CNBC’s resident Eagles fans, I was appalled to open my inbox earlier this week to find an email chain with the subject line, “Why the Bulls Hate the Birds.” Circulating among my colleagues was data from Carson Group chief market strategist Ryan Detrick, who pointed out that Philadelphia Super Bowl and World Series wins…

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Two Wall Street analysts believe that Bank of America’s recent weak performance is due to continued selling from Warren Buffett’s conglomerate.Two Wall Street analysts believe that Bank of America’s recent weak performance is due to continued selling from Warren Buffett’s conglomerate.   Bank of America has lagged its peers since the lender’s stellar fourth-quarter earnings report, leading some analysts to speculate that Berkshire Hathaway , the biggest investor in the nation’s second-largest bank, has been quietly offloading shares again. Since its latest quarterly report on Jan. 16, Bank of America shares are little changed, compared to a 2% gain for the S…

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The Philadelphia Eagles were dominant in every phase of a 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.    Getty Images Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts holds the Lombardi Trophy after the Eagles beat Kansas City 40-22 Sunday in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. The Philadelphia Eagles showed everyone how it was done Sunday. Showed they were capable of putting together their best possible game at the most important time. Showed they could rebound completely from an embarrassing faceplant in 2023 that saw them go from 10-1 to a non-competitive running (and passing) joke to close out the…

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Mike Santoli breaks down why the S&P 500 has been stuck in the same range for the past three months.Mike Santoli breaks down why the S&P 500 has been stuck in the same range for the past three months.   The stock market is rather calm but can’t seem to relax. In a noisy and fast-shifting news environment, stocks were quietly flattish last week from point to point, even after Friday’s almost 1% drop, which extends a sideways three-month range during which the S & P 500 has traded no more than 3% above or below its closing level from the day…

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In many major U.S. cities, the cost of owning a home is twice what financial planners recommend spending.In many major U.S. cities, the cost of owning a home is twice what financial planners recommend spending.    Financial experts generally recommend putting no more than 30% of your income toward housing. But for many Americans, that’s next to impossible — especially if they want to be homeowners. Nationwide, Americans earning the median income need to spend 41.8% of their salary on housing to afford to own a median-priced home, according to a recent Redfin study. Redfin’s calculations assume a 6.72% mortgage rate…

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The Tigers are ranked No. 1 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 ​The Tigers are ranked No. 1 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1    CBS Sports graphic I know I spent the top of Sunday morning’s CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 explaining why Auburn should remain No. 1 in all human rankings even after Saturday’s loss to Florida. But Monday is when the Associated Press Top 25 poll updates each week. So Auburn is going to be the story again just as soon as the update comes, one way or another. And that’s why I want to…

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Sony said on Sunday that all PlayStation Plus members would automatically receive an additional five days of service following a global outage.Sony said on Sunday that all PlayStation Plus members would automatically receive an additional five days of service following a global outage.    In this article 6758.T-JP Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The PlayStation DualSense controller and PlayStation 5 console. Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty Images Sony said on Sunday that all PlayStation Plus members would automatically receive an additional five days of service, after a global outage disrupted the PlayStation Network (PSN) for about 18 hours on…

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Mahomes will likely be driven to exorcise Sunday’s demons. ​Mahomes will likely be driven to exorcise Sunday’s demons.    NEW ORLEANS — When a coach realizes his quarterback could be the greatest of all time, it should be a feeling of pure joy, right? Not in the case of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes. “It makes it so much more stressful,” Chiefs passing game coordinator Joe Bleymaier told ESPN on Wednesday of Super Bowl week. “You feel the burden as a coach and as you’re putting a game plan together to not waste his abilities. To not go through a…

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A 20-year-old woman says she has spent the majority of her life living in a tight-knit community that she alleges brainwashed and coerced her into an underage, abusive and bigamous marriage to her uncle. A young woman alleges she was brainwashed and coerced into an underage, abusive and bigamous marriage to her uncle.    A 20-year-old woman says she has spent the majority of her life living in a tight-knit community that she alleges brainwashed and coerced her into an underage, abusive and bigamous marriage to her uncle. Now, she is alleging that the group, known as the “Kingstons” or the…

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Trump’s suggestion infuriated the Arab world, including Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia — key allies of Washington.Trump’s suggestion infuriated the Arab world, including Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia — key allies of Washington.    U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a joint press conference in the East Room at the White House in Washington, U.S., Feb. 4, 2025. Leah Millis | Reuters Egypt announced Sunday that it will host an emergency Arab summit on Feb. 27 to discuss “new and dangerous developments” after U.S. President Donald Trump proposed to resettle Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Trump’s…

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Salt Lake County classrooms are looking a little emptier in the weeks since President Donald Trump’s administration allowed immigration officers to make arrests in schools. Salt Lake County classrooms are looking a little emptier in the weeks since President Donald Trump’s administration allowed ICE and CBP officers to make arrests in schools. A mix of fear and illness is keeping some students home, officials say.    Salt Lake County classrooms are looking a little emptier in the weeks sincePresident Donald Trump’s administration allowed immigration officers to make arrests in schools. The directive announced Jan. 21 reversed policy that for more than…

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Randy Moss made an emotional return to ESPN’s coverage of Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, two months after he took a leave from his job to get treated for cancer. ​Randy Moss made an emotional return to ESPN’s coverage of Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, two months after he took a leave from his job to get treated for cancer.    playRandy Moss emotional on his return to Countdown (1:59)Hall of Famer Randy Moss is emotional on Countdown after NFL stars welcome him back. (1:59) Feb 9, 2025, 01:18 PM ET NEW ORLEANS — Hall of Famer Randy Moss made an…

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Preapproval doesn’t guarantee approval, but it can help you avoid an unnecessary hard pull on your credit.Preapproval doesn’t guarantee approval, but it can help you avoid an unnecessary hard pull on your credit.    Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Getting preapproved for a credit card doesn’t guarantee you’ll be approved, but it can give you a better idea of your approval odds with no hard inquiry. There is no impact on your credit score until you formally apply. Not every card issuer offers preapprovals and this option may not be available for every card. Below,…

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Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs getting wrecked in the Super Bowl put a smile on his ex-girlfriend’s face … with Kayla Nicole basking in the Philadelphia Eagles’ glory after the lopsided win. The influencer and model was smack dab in the… ​Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs getting wrecked in the Super Bowl put a smile on his ex-girlfriend’s face … with Kayla Nicole basking in the Philadelphia Eagles’ glory after the lopsided win. The influencer and model was smack dab in the…    Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs getting wrecked in the Super Bowl put…

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St. George • Retaliatory tariffs and the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration have Utah farmers on edge. Hay growers vent about being blamed for Utah’s water woes, express concern about the future at Utah Hay Symposium    St. George • Retaliatory tariffs and the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration have Utah farmers on edge. The 10% tariffs the Trump administration levied against China on Feb. 4, and China’s retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. that go into effect Feb. 10, could hurt Utah’s alfalfa exports. Roughly 14% of Utah’s alfalfa crop was exported to China in 2019, compared to just over 5%…

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The 49ers have granted Deebo Samuel Sr. and his agent, Tory Dandy, permission to seek a trade. ​The 49ers have granted Deebo Samuel Sr. and his agent, Tory Dandy, permission to seek a trade.    playDeebo Samuel granted permission to seek trade (0:41)Adam Schefter details the 49ers’ decision to allow Deebo Samuel to seek a trade from San Francisco. (0:41) SANTA CLARA, Calif. — For the second time in three years, wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. has requested that the San Francisco 49ers trade him. This time, the 49ers are willing to accommodate such a move. Samuel told ESPN on Sunday…

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PARIS — The Netherlands Ministry of Defence is investing in steel to defend NATO’s eastern flank. That means adding tanks and armored vehicles, but also expanding a fleet of railway wagons that allows Dutch military planners to rush armor and supplies across Europe. The ministry’s Joint Support Command received 75 new wagons in December and January, a 20% increase of its fleet. That makes the Dutch less reliant on commercial providers, and shortens reaction times should troops need to deploy in anger, Defence Movement and Transport Organisation (DVVO) Commander Col. Merlijn Heiligers told Defense News. As NATO has stepped up…

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The Jets-Aaron Rodgers marriage is not expected to continue after two disappointing seasons, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. ​The Jets-Aaron Rodgers marriage is not expected to continue after two disappointing seasons, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.    playThe numbers behind Aaron Rodgers’ time with the Jets (1:03)Check out some stats from Aaron Rodgers, who is expected to part ways with the Jets. (1:03) FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets-Aaron Rodgers marriage appears to be ending after two disappointing seasons, as the future Hall of Fame quarterback is unlikely to remain with the team in 2025, sources told ESPN’s Adam…

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Japan’s Nippon Steel on Monday declined to comment after Trump said that no company can have a majority stake in U.S. Steel.Japan’s Nippon Steel on Monday declined to comment after Trump said that no company can have a majority stake in U.S. Steel.    In this article X 5401.T-JP Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Japan’s Nippon Steel on Monday declined to comment on U.S. President Donald Trump saying that no one can have a majority stake in acquisition target U.S. Steel. Issei Kato | Reuters Japan’s Nippon Steel on Monday declined to comment on U.S. President Donald Trump saying that no one can have a majority stake in acquisition target…

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SportsLine’s model just revealed its college basketball picks for the Lafayette Leopards vs. American Eagles on Monday ​SportsLine’s model just revealed its college basketball picks for the Lafayette Leopards vs. American Eagles on Monday    USATSI The American Eagles (15-10, 9-3 Patriot League) will try to remain in solo first place in the Patriot League standings when they host the Lafayette Leopards (10-15, 5-7) on Monday night. American has won eight of its last nine games, beating Lehigh in overtime on the road last Saturday. Lafayette has won two of its last three games, including a 61-51 win over Navy its…

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