Your Cheddar hosts Kristen Scholer and Tim Stenovec go through today's top stories. From Nasdaq hitting new highs to bitcoin surging, we cover the top news in business and tech. The Nasdaq started out the year by breaking 7,000 for the first time. It took just over eight months to make its latest thousand-point move.
Chelsea Fagan, Author of "The Financial Diet", joins Cheddar to discuss the do's and don'ts for shrinking your stress and increasing your bank account. She talks about living that "CEO lifestyle" and why it may not be as fun as it seems.
Plus, it apparently takes $2.4 million to be considered rich in America. Unfortunately, not many of us are there yet. Adam Auriemma, Editor-in-Chief at Money joins Your Cheddar to discuss how people can commit to building wealth in the new year...and maybe start their journey to becoming "rich."
Cheddar News Wrap anchors Ken Buffa and Hena Doba celebrate the conclusion of the Scripps National Spelling Bee on Thursday night by going head-to-head in our very own contest.
Tech-enabled residential hospitality company Mint House recently raised $35 million in a Series B round led by Mohari Hospitality. Mint House was described by one of its backers as 'the best of a hotel without the worst of a hotel, and the best of an Airbnb without the worst of an Airbnb.' Mint House offers apartment-style lodging across the country. The company claims its spaces combine the comfort of a home with the luxury of a hotel in order to give guests all of the perks and none of the tradeoffs. Will Lucas, Founder and CEO of Mint House, joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss.
Fintech company Acrisure recently raised $725 million in a new funding led by a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, bringing the company's valuation to $23 billion. Acrisure offers financial solutions including insurance, reinsurance, real estate services, cyber services, and asset management. The company says its financial solutions are powered by the best of human and artificial intelligence. Greg Williams, co-founder, CEO and President of Acrisure, joins Cheddar News' Closing Bell to discuss.
Jada Pinkett Smith took to her Facebook Watch series, "Red Table Talk" to address the infamous slap by her husband Will Smith on Chris Rock at the past Oscars ceremony. This particular episode centered around her own diagnosis of Alopecia, which became highlighted in the wake of Rock's joke directed at her.
High school seniors are finalizing their college plans for the fall and figuring out their next moves, but experts say the college ranking system can be confusing, and can lead many to make the wrong choice about their futures. John Nader, president of Farmingdale State College, joins Cheddar News to discuss.
We are in the midst of a mental health crisis that needs more attention. New data shows the large toll that the pandemic took on students' mental health with 7 in 10 public schools reporting a rise in the number of students seeking mental health services. Only about half of those schools are able to meet those demands. Dr. Pete Loper, pediatrician and child and adolescent psychiatrist, joins Cheddar News to discuss.
Join Cheddar News as we break down the top headlines this morning including updates on the Tulsa medical center shooting, Johnny Depp V. Amber Heard verdict, and Democrats push for gun control reform.
Caring for one’s emotional well-being is just as important as physical health, but many groups face increased stigmas surrounding mental wellness. Cheddar News looks into the taboos that prevent the AAPI community from seeking help and how one tech company is trying to solve the problem. Plus, explore emerging trends in wellness and learn unique ways to help you get centered.
Queen Elizabeth is celebrating 70 years on the British throne this weekend. The Platinum Jubilee kicks off Thursday. She is the longest-reigning monarch in British history. Cheddar's Shannon LaNiere takes a look back at her remarkable reign.
