NewsWatch: Life might feel more certain this summer, but betting on a calm stock market still could go wrong

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The next couple of months could easily see more volatility in markets, as more people take time off starting this Memorial Day weekend, potentially exacerbating swings in stocks and other financial assets. See full story.

Bitcoin is headed toward its worst month since 2011; ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’ author says that’s ‘great news’

“Bitcoin crashing. Great news,” tweeted “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” author Robert Kiyosaki on Sunday, saying it provides a good buying opportunity. See full story.

5 surprising things in short supply this Memorial Day Weekend

More than one year after the pandemic began, people are finding it hard to purchase these items for a reasonable price See full story.

American Airlines joins Southwest in extending suspension of alcohol sales

American Airlines is joining Southwest Airlines in holding off on resuming in-flight alcohol sales following an assault against a flight attendant last week. See full story.

Tech stocks are out of favor — 5 reasons to buy alongside the contrarians

10 names to consider buying. See full story.

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‘She spends 100% of her free time watching teenagers, with $ 100,000 cosmetic collections, play with makeup on YouTube.’ See full story.