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LawFlash May 29, 2026 The US Department of Labor’s proposed rule on Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives would establish a new process-based safe harbor for fiduciaries selecting 401(k) investment options. As covered in our April 2026 LawFlash, the DOL issued a proposed rule in March 2026 (the Proposed Rule) that addresses fiduciary decision-making in selecting ERISA-covered defined contribution (DC) plan investment options. This LawFlash is a continuation of and assumes familiarity with that LawFlash (which summarized the Proposed Rule’s overall framework and initial considerations for plan fiduciaries and other stakeholders). The Proposed…

A savings app is offering an “enticing” and “market leading” 4.75% rate on a Cash ISA. Moneybox’s Cash ISA account can be opened with £500 and allows transfers in.Caitlyn Eastell, Personal Finance Analyst at Moneyfacts said the deal had earned an “excellent” rating. She said: “Moneybox has increased a selected rate on its Moneybox Cash ISA this week. The boost sees the account take the market-leading position when compared to its peers.”Moneyfacts’ expert added: “As interest is paid monthly, this may be an enticing option for those wanting to boost their income.”However, savers should note this includes a generous 1.30%…

Anraku Sorato of Japan continued his remarkable start to the 2026 season, claiming his third consecutive Boulder gold medal at the World Climbing Series Comunidad de Madrid 2026 in Alcobendas, Spain. SETTING RECORDS TOPPING BOULDERS The Japanese climber scored 99.3 points and was the only athlete to top all four boulders in the final. His decisive moment came on M4, where he secured a flash to overtake Colin Duffy of the USA and snatch victory with the final climb of the competition. Anraku spent much of the final chasing Duffy, who had led the standings after topping the opening three…

Leeds Building Society has announced mortgage rate reductions of up to 0.22% across its mainstream residential, Shared Ownership and buy-to-let ranges, with the new pricing available from today. The lender said the reductions were aimed at supporting first-time buyers, home movers, remortgage customers and landlords as affordability pressures continue across the market. Among the changes, the Society has reduced its 2-year fixed residential mortgage up to 90% loan-to-value to 5.22% from 5.30%, while its 3-year fixed residential mortgage up to 95% loan-to-value has fallen to 5.58% from 5.70%. Its 5-year fixed residential mortgage up to 90% loan-to-value has also reduced…

A rare Blue Full Moon in Sagittarius is rising, and for people who follow tarot, astrology, or spiritual practices, the lunar event may be more than a striking moment in the sky.Moon Tarot Card (Pexels)Full moons are often linked with reflection, emotional awareness, and seeing things more clearly. According to US-based spiritual expert Latha Jay, tarot can become a useful tool during a Blue Moon because it creates space for introspection.Also Read What can you manifest during the Blue Moon, according to a US based spiritual expert“Tarot cards can help us access parts of ourselves that may be difficult to…

We just covered the From Fired Researcher to $13.7 Billion King: How Leopold Aschenbrenner Broke the Hedge Fund World and EQT Corporation (NYSE:EQT) ranks 32nd on this list. Filings for the first quarter of 2026 show that Leopold Aschenbrenner has sold off the stake his hedge fund had in EQT Corporation (NYSE:EQT). The stock first appeared in the 13F portfolio of the fund back in the first quarter of 2025. This position comprised just under a million shares. The fund then proceeded to add to this stake in the coming months, growing it to 2.15 million in the next quarter…

As of Saturday, May 30, 27 Mid Cap stocks from the Russell 3000 are trading at their 52-week highs. Among these stocks, Hut 8 (HUT) has outpaced the rest in the last one month, generating a robust 76% return over this period. Stocks At 52W Highs Below is a list of 10 mid-cap stocks out of the 27 stocks, sorted by market capitalization – highlighting some impressive near-term gains across industries ranging from Cargo Ground Transportation and Aerospace & Defense to Biotechnology and Electrical Components & Equipment: Tickers MarketCap 1D% Chg 1W% Chg 1M% Chg 1Y% Chg NTAP $34.5 Bil…

The Colorado River at Glenwood Springs was running at 44% of average on Thursday. The Colorado River Basin’s forecasted inflows to Lake Powell in Utah are currently just 13% of average, the lowest on record.  Jason Charme/Aspen Daily News Featuring a panel of water managers and conservationists, Aspen Journalism on Wednesday co-sponsored an event examining what this year’s drought conditions mean for the Colorado River Basin. “We’ve never seen a year like this before,” said panelist Raquel Flinker, displaying a graphic showing the water year (October to March) as “the hottest year we’ve seen on record.” Flinker is the director of…

This information should not be interpreted as financial, tax or legal advice. Mortgage and loan rates are subject to change.Category: guides guidesguidesBridging loans remain one of the fastest ways to secure short-term property finance in the UK—whether you are buying at auction, refurbishing property, or managing a tight completion deadline. Choosing the right lender is essential, as each specialises in different borrower types, asset classes, and risk appetites.This list focusses on our experiences, which are with unregulated bridging loans (where the lending is not for a property the borrower will live in). Identifying which lender is best suited to your needs and…

On May 14, 2026, Ripple Effect Asset Management disclosed a first-quarter purchase of 739,723 shares of NextDecade (NASDAQ:NEXT), an estimated $4.21 million trade based on quarterly average pricing. What happened In a SEC filing dated May 14, 2026, Ripple Effect Asset Management LP reported buying 739,723 additional shares of NextDecade (NASDAQ:NEXT) during the first quarter. The estimated transaction value was $4.21 million, calculated using the period’s average share price. The fund’s quarter-end position in NextDecade rose to 1,339,723 shares, with the value increasing by $7.10 million due to both the purchase and stock price changes. What else to know Top…