Expo News Today — August 19, 2026
I’m my mother-in-law’s power of attorney, executor and trustee. Do I hold all the power? and more — today's expo signal.
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I’m my mother-in-law’s power of attorney, executor and trustee. Do I hold all the power?
“There is a lot of legal and financial power in my hands.”
Trump pauses 50% scheduled tariffs on Canada for three days, announces 'deal' with Ottawa
Trump has already imposed a variety of tariffs on Canada and its specific exports, including metals, lumber and auto parts.
Meta is facing its ‘Big Tobacco’ moment — and investors can profit
Even a loss in the landmark youth-safety trial would do little to hurt Mark Zuckerberg’s empire.
Trump, Carney reportedly in talks ahead of new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
Trump has already imposed a variety of tariffs on Canada and its specific exports, including metals, lumber and auto parts.
Analysis: Bond market pressure is squeezing Main Street as Wall Street waits on Warsh
A sell-off in long-term Treasurys is raising borrowing costs, exposing how debt, AI spending and energy are turning the bond market into a political problem.
Data centers, crypto, and tax revisions take center stage in Tuesday primaries
Incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska is facing a serious challenge from former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola.
‘This is very stressful’: My son’s roof was damaged in a storm, but his insurance won’t pay. How can he fight this?
“They’re saying the roof now needs to be completely replaced.”
A payments app built by crypto exchange Kraken just launched a cash back debit card in bid for consumer wallets
Kraken is vying for a place in consumer wallets as crypto evolves from an asset class into infrastructure for mainstream financial products.
Prediction markets entrant Novig posts more than $125 million in trading volume during its first week
The newly launched Novig has reported over $125 million in notional trading volume.
Expo News Today — August 18, 2026
Chris Pratt’s Pacific Palisades home returns to the market for just under $20 million and more — today's expo signal.
Chris Pratt’s Pacific Palisades home returns to the market for just under $20 million
“Jurassic World” star Chris Pratt and his wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger, have returned their troubled Los Angeles mansion to the market for the fifth time in three years.
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Trump pauses 50% scheduled tariffs on Canada for three days, announces 'deal' with Ottawa
Trump has already imposed a variety of tariffs on Canada and its specific exports, including metals, lumber and auto parts.
World’s largest olive oil company pops over 15% as rivals circle in takeover battle
Shares of Spain's Deoleo jumped on Wednesday morning amid an intensifying takeover battle for the world's largest olive oil bottler and marketer.
Chinese robotic company’s stock soars over 600% in trading debut
Unitree is first humanoid robot firm to list in mainland China
Dollar risks are mounting. Here’s what could weaken the greenback
Currency strategists flag Treasury risk, softer U.S. data and uncertain Fed policy as key factors that could pressure the dollar.
Zelenskyy faces challenge to his wartime rule as former defense chief calls for election
Former Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, saying Kyiv must restore its democratic process despite the ongoing war.
I’m my mother-in-law’s power of attorney, executor and trustee. Do I hold all the power?
“There is a lot of legal and financial power in my hands.”
We’re in our 50s and have $1.5 million in traditional 401(k)s. Is it too early to start Roth conversions?
“The last adviser we worked with lost a significant portion of our portfolio.”
The palatial Beverly Hills home that Paris Hilton rented is back on the market for a whopping $169,000 a month
The mansion that heiress Paris Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, rented before buying their own $63 million estate nearby has returned to the market with a sky-high asking price of $169,000 a month.
Iran reportedly weighs attacks on U.S. targets in Europe as UAE severs trade with Tehran
Washington and Tehran are considering next steps after negotiations fell apart, while the UAE has suspended trade with Iran.
Treasury yields pull back from multi-decade highs ahead of FOMC minutes
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell 2 basis points to 4.686%.
My male co-workers with kids expect me to pick up their slack because I don’t have children. Do I push back?
“They are always telling me how much harder their life is because they have kids.”
China’s backflipping robot maker Unitree pops 542% in Shanghai debut
Unitree Robotics shares rise 542% on their first day of trading in Shanghai
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