SPLG vs. SPY: A Tale of Two ETFs (and My Regrets)

Both the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF (AMEX: SPLG) and the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY +0.00%) are designed to mirror the S&P 500 Index, providing investors with broad exposure to U.S. large-cap stocks. SPLG may appeal to cost-conscious investors, while SPY’s deep liquidity and long track record could attract those prioritizing seamless trading or institutional-scale assets. I once tried to explain this to my sister over coffee, only to have her ask, “So which one has the better dividend yield for a toaster?” A valid question, if you think about it.

Gay Actors Who Played Iconic Straight Roles (You’ll Never Guess #7)

Neil Patrick Harris famously played Barney Stinson for nine seasons on the sitcom How I Met Your Mother. Barney was a womanizer known for his complicated plans and memorable catchphrases, quickly becoming a fan favorite. The show followed his many relationships and his journey of personal growth over the years. While the show was on the air, Harris publicly came out as gay. Because the show focused on a group of friends, Barney remained a key character in stories about love, commitment, and finding success in your career.

BOSUN Bets on Dividends Over Genomics

BOSUN Asset Management, LLC recently filed with the SEC that it sold all 69,858 shares of GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS +0.26%)-a tidy $6.45 million exit. For a fund that once held it at 1.9% of its AUM, this feels less like a panic sell and more like a polite thank-you for a ride that never included a seatbelt. Or dividends. Or any real sense of financial security.

Female Celebs You Might Not Know Are Dead

The actress, famous for her roles in movies like ‘Clueless’ and ‘8 Mile’, passed away in Los Angeles in 2009 at the age of 32. The official cause of death was pneumonia, with anemia and the effects of drugs also contributing. She had a successful career in both film and voice work for animated projects and video games. Her unexpected passing brought increased awareness to the dangers of not treating respiratory illnesses.

Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘Regretting You’

The latest installment in ‘The Naked Gun’ series continues the spoof-police tradition with Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. working to save his police squad from closure while solving a major crime. Starring Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, and Danny Huston, the film is directed by Akiva Schaffer and produced by Fuzzy Door Productions for Paramount. It’s currently the most popular movie on Paramount+ this week.

PLURIBUS Drops a ‘Grenade’ About the Hive Mind’s Biggest Weakness

The collective consciousness of Pluribus holds the knowledge, memories, and life experiences of almost everyone on Earth. This vast network, encompassing eight billion people, theoretically makes it the greatest expert in any field imaginable. However, the recent episode, “Grenade,” revealed a surprising flaw: despite its immense intelligence, Pluribus often demonstrates a lack of common sense and emotional understanding. This isn’t just a technical glitch; it poses a fundamental threat to humanity.