Monthly Archives: July 2022

A timeline of what Trump was doing as his MAGA mob attacked the US Capitol on Jan. 6

An image of former President Donald Trump appears on video screens before his speech to supporters from the Ellipse at the White House. Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images The January 6 Committee’s Thursday hearing will focus on Trump’s actions as the riot unfolded.  The panel will recreate that day and fill in gaps…

A anti-car activist wants to get city-dwellers walking again for the sake of their mental health, wallets, and the environment

Doug Gordon Doug Gordon is an advocate for walkable cities and co-host of “The War On Cars” podcast.  He says support has “never been greater” for walkable cities and more bike lanes. Gordon believes slogans like “ban cars” increase awareness and get people talking. Doug Gordon hasn’t owned a car for nearly 25 years —…

Homebuilders are slowing down construction, and it could make it even harder for first-time buyers in the years ahead

Construction on new homes fell 6.3% in June, and first-time homebuyers could face challenges in the months ahead. Getty Images. Rising construction costs have led to a slowdown in the real estate market.  US housing starts fell 6.3% to an annual rate of 1.56 million units in June, the Census Bureau said. As new home…

I drove the last ever Lamborghini Aventador in Italy — and it made me the center of attention

The Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae. Jannik Abelt/ Lukas Linner The Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae is the final edition of the Aventador. It’s the most powerful version of the car that Lamborghini has made. Insider got the chance to test the car in its Italian homeland. This is an edited, translated version of an…

China’s imports of Russian LNG jump 29% so far this year while Beijing’s trade with other countries decline

People commute in the central business district in Beijing, China. JADE GAO/AFP via Getty Images China imported 29% more liquefied natural gas from Russia so far this year from a year ago. Beijing has spent $2.16 billion on the key fuel from Russia, the South China Morning Post reported. Meanwhile, China’s imports of LNG from…

A Gold IRA is a special retirement account that allows you to invest in gold bullion and coins — here’s how it works

Gold IRAs can be invested in bullion bars and coins, which are off-limits to regular IRAs. ayala_studio/Getty Images A Gold IRA is a type of individual retirement account that allows investors to hold physical gold or other precious metals, unlike standard IRAs.To hold gold in an IRA, you need to create a self-directed account, administered…

11 best workwear staples to snag from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, whether you work from home or in the office

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Nordstrom Whether you work from home or are back in the office, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is a great time to add a few workwear essentials to your closet. Thankfully, the term “business casual” has undergone a bit of a rebrand…

Marvel is streaming daily coverage from San Diego Comic-Con — here’s how to watch all the latest announcements

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Disney San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) is back in-person for the first time since 2019. From July 21 to 24, Marvel will be streaming news from SDCC for viewers to watch at home. The streams are expected to recap some of the…

US Banking Channel Forecast: How shifting consumer habits and the coronavirus pandemic are reshaping banking usage

Digital banking channels are celebrating increased momentum as a result of the pandemic.   This digital banking behavior will likely continue to evolve, spurring banks to satisfy customers’ digital demands. Do you work in the Banking industry? Get business insights on the latest tech innovations, market trends, and your competitors with data-driven research. The following is…