Martin Smith

Martin Smith is the founder and Editor in Chief of STL.News, an independent digital news publication owned and operated by St. Louis Media, LLC. He founded STL.News in 2016 and oversees its editorial direction and digital publishing operations. His coverage includes business, financial markets, securities litigation, government and regulatory developments, legal news, and St. Louis-area businesses and economic activity.
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Common Mistakes in Calculating Area Moment of Inertia

(STL.News) The moment of inertia of a section governs how a beam resists bending. All three core capacity…

Overseas Overnight Trading Volatile – May 19, 2026

Overseas Overnight Trading Volatile as Oil Prices, Treasury Yields, and AI Stocks Shake Global Markets Global financial markets…

The Rise of Student Journalism in the Digital News Era

(STL.News) The landscape of modern media is undergoing a profound transformation. As traditional local newspapers face shrinking budgets…

Global Markets Turn Defensive as Oil Prices and Bond Yields Pressure Investors

Global overnight trading reflected rising investor anxiety as oil prices climbed above $110 per barrel and bond yields…

Louisiana Man, Eddie Filce, Arrested in Child Predator Investigation

Florida authorities announced the arrest and extradition of a Louisiana man, Eddie Filce, accused of being a child…

Florida Reports Sharp Decline in Fentanyl Deaths as Anti-Drug Efforts Expand

Florida officials announced a major decline in fentanyl-related deaths as statewide anti-drug operations continue expanding. State leaders credited…

How Safe Are Americans? New U.S. Military Technology Strengthens National Defense in 2026

The United States continues expanding its military superiority through advanced defense systems, including the proposed Golden Dome missile…

When Moving Means More Than Just Distance

When Moving Means More Than Just Distance: The Expanding Role of Transport in Modern Relocation (STL.News) Relocation has…

The New York Stock Exchange Celebrates 234 Years of Capitalism

The New York Stock Exchange celebrates 234 years as one of the world’s most powerful symbols of capitalism…

Stango Cuisine Expands Hours While Bringing Zambian Flavor to Illinois

Stango Cuisine in Champaign, Illinois, has announced updated business hours as it continues to grow its reputation for…

St. Louis Voters Keep Funding Failure While Conditions Continue Declining

St. Louis residents continue paying high taxes while facing population loss, infrastructure failures, police funding disputes, and delayed…

High Taxes, Bigger Government, and the Voter Question Facing America

Many of America’s highest-taxed cities are governed by long-term Democratic leadership and expanding local government systems. Rising sales…

Gas Prices are Creating Financial Pain for America in 2026

Gas prices are once again creating financial pain for American families and small businesses in 2026. Higher fuel…

Top 5 Best-Performing Stocks of 2026

Top 5 Best-Performing Stocks of 2026 Fueled by the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Explosion Artificial intelligence infrastructure companies are…

Global Markets End Week Lower as Oil, Inflation and Bond Yields Shake Investors

Global markets ended the week lower as oil prices and bond yields climbed. AI-related technology stocks remained a…