![Market volatility, measured by a six-factor norm, consistently spikes during periods of documented stress-clustering into a distinct “crisis” regime [latex]\text{(red)}[/latex]-while moderate fluctuations define an “elevated” regime [latex]\text{(yellow)}[/latex], suggesting that fear and response to major events predictably shape market behavior over the 1990-2024 period.](https://arxiv.org/html/2601.10732v1/x1.png)
New research reveals a shifting predictive power between key equity factors, demonstrating that the Value premium can foreshadow movements in the Size premium during periods of market crisis.
Helen McCaw, who spent ten years as a financial security expert at the Bank of England before leaving in 2012, has warned that revealing information about extraterrestrial life could cause significant disruption to financial markets. In a letter to Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey, she argued that such a disclosure from the US government could trigger either widespread panic or excessive optimism among investors.
So, there was this crazy thing that happened to me while I was at the Walmart in Englewood, Florida on January 13th. Apparently, someone was livestreaming on TikTok while trying to break into the store, and the police showed up because of it. It all went down pretty late at night.
Writer Jason Aaron, known for his work on Superman, recently discussed his approach to the “Absolute Superman” series on the Heroes Journey podcast. He explained how he became involved in the “Absolute” line thanks to Scott Snyder, and why he specifically wanted to tackle the Superman story. Aaron detailed his initial plans, which included a … Read more
Previous Dynasty Warriors games typically covered the majority of China’s Three Kingdoms period, starting with the Yellow Turban Rebellion in the 180s and ending with the Battle of Wuzhang Plains in 234 AD. More recent games have extended this to include the fall of the Shu Kingdom in 264 AD.
I’ve been following IShowSpeed for a while now, and it’s been amazing to see how much he’s blown up! He doesn’t just stream from home anymore – he’s seriously been all over the world! I’ve seen he’s toured Europe, Southeast Asia, the US, South America, the Middle East, and so many other places. It’s incredible how much he travels while still streaming!
According to cinematographer Adriano Coelho, the opening scene of Season 2 – available on HBO Max – was memorable for its violence, but even more so for the overwhelming number of people involved. He explained that the crowded scene created a truly chaotic atmosphere.
Mark Ruffalo is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a major role, landing a part in the 2026 film Spider-Man: Brand New Day with Tom Holland, Jon Bernthal, and Sadie Sink. While other past Avengers like Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, and Robert Downey Jr. will be in Avengers: Doomsday, it hasn’t been confirmed whether Ruffalo will join them.
According to data from FlixPatrol, a TV show on Paramount+ was popular in the United States on January 16th, ranking among the top 10. However, its popularity quickly declined – it fell to number 6 by January 17th and remained there on the 18th. This trend was also seen in other countries, like the United Kingdom, where the show went from 3rd to 5th, and eventually to 10th place.
In the competitive world of streaming, where bold moves and dramatic rivalries often dominate, some creators are trying a different approach. OpTic ZLaner, for example, is focusing on creating positive and helpful content, rather than just aiming for high scores. This doesn’t mean avoiding challenges, but rather being strategic about when to compete and, crucially, prioritizing helping others.