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Modern Portfolio Theory explained: A guide for investors Investing can often feel like navigating a maze of endless options and ever-shifting market conditions. This is where the Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) comes in, offering a roadmap for making smarter investment decisions. Developed by Harry Markowitz in the 1950s, MPT has become a cornerstone of investment management, providing a framework to construct portfolios that maximize returns for a given level of risk. Definition: MPT is a...
Every 30 minutes, someone arrives at an ER with a gunshot wound, according to the CDC The COVID-19 pandemic and its corresponding increase in shootings sparked a national conversation around firearm injury, emergency room visits, and the treatment of gun violence victims in hospitals. Five years later, the conversation has faded, but new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that gun violence remains a stubborn presence across the country, with 93,022 shooting injuries...
2 proven ways women can lower cholesterol after 40 You expect certain hormone-driven symptoms in your 40s and 50s. Hot flashes, mood swings, a lack of sex drive. But high cholesterol? That one tends to fly under the radar until your doctor flags it during a routine blood test. Yet shifts in cholesterol are common as women age. One 2019 meta-analysis found total cholesterol rises, on average, by around 11% during the menopause transition. Estrogen’s decline is part of the equation. But aging, c...
June 10, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced she will appoint Ami Brooks to serve as secretary of the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education. Jan Hume, after leading the agency for two years and working at the Department for nearly 14 years, will head to her and the governor's alma mater, Auburn University, to serve as a Professor of Practice in Public Administration. "People like Jan and Ami are why Alabama has led the nation in early childhood education f...
June 10, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) joined National Report on Newsmax. Britt warned of the ramifications of congressional inaction on the economy and the lives of ordinary Americans if Congress does not come together to pass a bill keeping the government funding and renewing the current federal income tax rates before they automatically expire next month. The House has already passed the first version of "The Big Beautiful Bill." The widely criticized first dr...
Frequent preventive health screenings, a healthy diet, regular physical activity, lowering stress, and addressing mental health challenges are important in maintaining men's health outcomes, yet men are less likely to seek medical care and die an average 6 years earlier than women. Men's health is often overlooked, and their symptoms go unnoticed. June is National Men's Health Month, and its purpose is to heighten awareness of preventable health problems and to encourage early detection and...
June 10, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today issued the following statement in support of the H.R. 3780, the Border Operations Service Medal Act: "Our men and women serving on the front lines of the southern border operate under challenging and often dangerous conditions to protect Americans from violent threats," said Aderholt. "The Border Operations Service Medal Act is a long-overdue honor to the U.S. service members and federal personnel who not only enforce...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Decatur For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have been...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Birmingham For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Huntsville For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Daphne For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have been...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Mobile For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have been...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Montgomery For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Auburn For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have been...
PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock Highest-paying science jobs for people in Tuscaloosa For decades, the United States has funneled more money into research and development than any other country in the world. In 2023, this accounted for 37% of the world's scientific funding, creating a promising outlook for those pursuing a science-based career. In February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an impressive 12.8% growth in science-related jobs by 2033. However, that may have...
June 12, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with President Trump's nominee to be Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Brian Quintenz. They discussed how both the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the CFTC share enforcement responsibilities but lack clear jurisdictional boundaries, which has created confusion for innovators and entrepreneurs. While the SEC determines which products fall under its purview, the CFTC h...
June 10, 2025 – ATMORE, AL - The State of Alabama executed Gregory Hunt by means of nitrogen hypoxia for the 1988 capital murder of Karen Land. The Governor's office said in a statement: 'Earlier this evening, Governor (Kay) Ivey (R) told Corrections Commissioner John Hamm that she would not exercise her clemency powers in this case and directed him to proceed with Mr. Hunt's lawfully imposed death sentence for the 1988 capital murder of Karen Lane.' "Decades ago, Karen Lane at only 32 y...
June 10, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) joined National Report on Newsmax to discuss the recent violent riots in Los Angeles targeting law enforcement and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials. The Republican Senator said that it is important to support law enforcement and this, "Lawlessness will not stand." "We have to make sure that our law enforcement officers are supported," said Senator Britt. 'Back the Blue' is not just a saying, it is a...
Tesla’s sales are stalling as demand for EVs soars. Is Musk the problem? While electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U.S. are reaching record highs, Tesla is charting a different course. That is one of the key findings from a new analysis by Motointegrator, conducted in collaboration with the research experts at DataPulse Research. Tesla’s market share is falling, and investor confidence is also waning—but it is not because drivers are anti-electric. On the contrary, EV sales overall are risin...
3 ways to lower your high electric bill If you’ve noticed a sudden spike in your electricity bill, you’re not alone. Many households are dealing with rising costs that can be frustrating and sometimes confusing. Ahead, Shipley Energy suggests what might be driving up your electricity bill and shares ways to lower it. The answer to why your bill is so high is likely multifaceted since many issues can contribute to a hefty electric bill. Read on to learn more about energy usage and how to sav...
June 11, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL03), the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, spoke in favor of the SPEED Act at a hearing on the budget request of the Department of the Navy for Fiscal Year 2026. "Today we'll hear from the Department of the Navy regarding their FY26 budget request," said Chairman Rogers, "While I appreciate the budget documents received last week, we still lack the necessary details to fully evaluate how Congress can best s...
Saving grace: High interest rates benefit savers if they know where to look Pop quiz: Do you know how hard your money is working for you? It’s very possible you don’t — at least in the case of the interest rate on your savings account. Consider that in an era when many higher-yielding savings products are offering around 4% on your cash, the industry average for savings accounts is actually significantly lower — 0.59%, according to the latest figures from financial information site Bankrat...
What your first aid kit is missing that could make a big difference From half-used gauze rolls to expired antibiotic ointments, most American first aid kits have one thing in common: They’re woefully out of date. These kits are meant to be our go-to solution for minor injuries, whether it’s a scraped knee on the playground or a nasty cut during vacation, but they’re only as helpful as what they contain. It’s important to regularly check the supplies in a first aid kit and replenish when needed....
June 10, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL – Katherine Robertson officially announced her candidacy for Attorney General of Alabama, to a packed out room at Regions Field in Birmingham, pledging to continue her lifelong commitment to keeping Alabama families safe, defending conservative values, and supporting President Trump's agenda. Robertson is poised to lead from day one, having served as Chief Counsel to Attorney General Steve Marshall for nearly a decade and having previously worked at the U.S. D...
June 11, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) attended a Senate Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee hearing with National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Jay Bhattacharya to discuss the President's Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Budget Request for the National Institutes of Health. Senator Britt, who has made maternal care a top legislative priority, began by highlighting America's maternal mortality crisis: "[F]ar t...
