George Washington

Financial guru Robert Kiyosaki said Wednesday that George Washington would have been a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) advocate, citing the U.S.’s founding father’s views on “paper money.” What Happened: Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book “Rich Dad Poor Dad,...

The third Monday of February is ‘Presidents’ Day’ in the U.S. It is a federal holiday observed in the country as most banks and government offices along with NYSE and Nasdaq remain closed. What Happened: Presidents Day, honors two of America’s most influential leaders,...

Hemp has long been a cornerstone of American industry, from its vital role in the Mayflower's journey to its symbolic importance in the fight for independence. As we celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s fitting to reflect on how this versatile crop helped build the foundation of the U.S., in the past...

When it comes to collecting autographs, former U.S. presidents are among the most sought after and sometimes hardest to locate for memorabilia collectors. An upcoming auction offers autographs from every president, from George Washington to Barack Obama. What Happened: There have been 45 different...

Actor George Clooney has praised President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race, calling it the “most selfless act” since George Washington’s era. What Happened: Clooney shared his admiration for Biden’s decision at the premiere of his latest...

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) was one of the prominent members of Congress who may have influenced President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential election. Now, Pelosi is calling for Biden to be added to Mount Rushmore and honored as one of top presidents. What...

As the U.S. celebrates President's Day, investors and traders are wondering whether the stock and bond market will be open or closed on Monday. What Happened: President's Day is a federal holiday in the U.S, and it is observed on the third Monday in February, which makes it fall on a...

This article was originally published on HoneySuckle Magazine and appears here with permission. George Washington. Christopher Columbus. William Shakespeare. Joan of Arc. Thomas Jefferson. What do these behemoths of human history have in common? All were rumored to have smoked weed at some point or...

Most of the wealthiest presidents were prosperous before making the White House their office, with this money helping them accomplish their presidential ambitions. Some, such as Herbert Hoover, worked hard to develop an empire, while others, including Theodore Roosevelt, inherited...

For many, particularly federal workers, today means a day off because it’s Presidents' Day. Plans are in place for a long weekend of travel, binge-watching TV, maybe sleeping in today, and for those in New Orleans, sleeping off the fun from the first weekend of Carnival parades. But...

President Donald Trump, perhaps practicing pardoning himself should wrongdoing emerge from the investigation into his Russia dealings, isn't the first Oval Office occupant to exercise this sweeping power. With Hurricane Harvey bearing down on Texas, Trump on Friday night pardoned infamous...

Wall Street got a rare day off this week in honor of founding father and first U.S. president George Washington. Many President Donald Trump supporters think Trump is just the type of Washington outsider that the country needs to stand up to the status quo, similar the way Washington stood up...