Reported 4 months ago
Sen. Lindsey Graham believes that most Americans would not face the same gun charges as Hunter Biden, President Biden's son, who is currently on trial in Delaware. Graham defended Hunter Biden against the gun charges but noted that the tax-related indictment Hunter faces may be more legitimate, stating that an average American who handled their taxes like Biden might face prosecution. Hunter Biden faces multiple felony charges for lying on a federal background form while purchasing a gun, but his attorneys argue that he may have misunderstood the question at the time.
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Reported 4 months ago
RMFHometown Lenders在阿拉巴馬州的破產法院申請了第11章破產保護，歸咎於聯邦儲備局遏制通脹政策。公司表示截至2023年4月30日，對稅務機構、前僱員、倉庫貸款人和一般無抵押債權人的債務約為1.071億美元。倉庫貸款人Flagstar Bank擁有最大的無抵押債權，為2010萬美元。根據法庭文件，高利率使潛在購房者無法進入市場，投資者也拒絕購買貸款，這導致Hometown Lenders被迫回購抵押貸款。
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Reported 4 months ago
The-Dream被他的前教徒Chanaaz Mangroe控告性侵、性侵、交易等暴力行為的聯邦訴訟。Mangroe指控The-Dream利用虛偽承諾引誘她，事實上卻強迫她完成他的欲望，包括暴力性行為和心理折磨。訴訟還指控The-Dream的唱片公司和唱片公司支持他的“邪惡行為”，並聲稱Mangroe的音樂事業遭到破壞，而且無法獲得任何作品的補償。
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Reported 4 months ago
Manchester City has filed a legal challenge against the English Premier League's sponsorship rules, specifically the Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules, which the club believes are unjust. The case involves a 165-page document and is set to proceed to a private arbitration hearing on June 10. This action comes after the league announced hearings regarding 115 charges of rule-breaking by Manchester City related to financial fair play regulations. The club has consistently denied any wrongdoing and is also challenging the Premier League's voting rules in the lawsuit.
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Reported 4 months ago
A U.S. Treasury official, Brent Neiman, emphasized the importance of U.S. and allied nations' budget assistance to Ukraine in combatting corruption and increasing transparency. Ukraine's resilience amidst Russia's invasion was noted, with Neiman stressing the need for reforms to reduce corruption risks. Despite positive signs like increased business activity and returning train passenger levels, challenges such as vulnerable manufacturing facilities and lower growth estimates remain. Neiman highlighted anti-corruption steps taken by Ukraine and the international community's support in facilitating priority reforms for the nation's defense against Russia and NATO aspirations.
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Reported 4 months ago
CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. is facing a precarious situation with its lofty valuation as sentiment for software stocks sours. Despite its shares doubling in a year, surpassing most rivals in valuation, a potential negative surprise in its upcoming earnings report could lead to a pullback. The cybersecurity company's earnings update will be closely watched amidst investor scrutiny on growth sustainability and AI-driven performance claims, with some analysts predicting bright prospects while others questioning future sales strength.
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Reported 4 months ago
Actress Christina Applegate candidly shares on the 'MeSsy' podcast her ongoing struggles with depression and multiple sclerosis (MS). Admitting to facing 'real depression' and feeling trapped in darkness, Applegate reveals she doesn't enjoy living anymore. Despite avoiding therapy due to fear of crying uncontrollably, with the support of friend Jamie-Lynn Sigler, she is encouraged to embrace her emotions. The actress, who has been dealing with severe symptoms impacting her daily life, hopes that sharing her story will highlight her value and strength, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and seeking help.
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Reported 4 months ago
Evangeline Lilly has announced on Instagram that she is taking a break from Hollywood and may return one day. Best known for her role as Kate Austen in 'Lost,' Lilly shared a 2006 video expressing her desire to retire from acting after a decade, focusing on writing and humanitarian work. Lilly's recent post on June 3, 2024, reflects her contentment with the decision, stating she might return to Hollywood eventually but feels fulfilled in her current path. Lilly, who has appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and 'The Hobbit' trilogy, previously turned down offers to join the 'X-Men' franchise and play Wonder Woman. She expressed her authenticity in her decision-making process, emphasizing the importance of being genuinely impressed and interested in projects.
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Reported 4 months ago
Several London hospitals had to cancel operations and appointments due to a ransomware attack on Synnovis, a company providing pathology laboratory services. The attack affected IT systems and services at the hospitals, including King’s College and Guy’s and St Thomas’. The National Health Service is investigating the impact with support from the government’s Cyber Security Centre, while patients faced delays and uncertainty about rescheduled appointments amidst the ongoing incident.
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Reported 4 months ago
洋基隊中外野者拉莫斯在後防和打擊方面持續貢獻，此次在費尤爾球場擊出420呎全壘打，增加他自從從三A重回後的全壘打達四顆，帶著0.838的OPS表現出色。經理鮑勃·麥爾文讚揚拉莫斯自信心十足、表現表現出色。與此同時，隊中其他球員缺陣，麥爾文將拉莫斯置於陣中，展現在捕捉方面的出色表現。麥爾文指出球隊勢須攻擊加強，而投手斯內爾因左腹股溝拉傷入傷兵庫，將有待MRI檢視。球隊近失五連敗，需加把勁進入重要賽程，接下來將對陣系列賽勁旅。
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Reported 4 months ago
路易斯安那州議員通過參議院法案234，法案類似於德克薩斯州的一項法規，該法律影響到華爾街金融機構的市政工作。該法案要求任何進入一份價值100,000美元或更多的公共合同的公司必須提供書面確認，證明他們沒有對槍支實體或交易團體進行“歧視”的“慣例、政策、指導或指令”。如果通過，將加劇共和黨州對華爾街的壓力，並對高大銀行的市政金融業務造成影響。
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Reported 4 months ago
Despite seeking a new contract, Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa attends the team's mandatory minicamp without concern, expressing confidence in getting a deal eventually but acknowledging the complexities of business negotiations. Tagovailoa emphasizes the influence of the market on player contracts and the challenges of separating business from personal aspects, highlighting his readiness for a new deal while recognizing the situation is out of his direct control.
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Reported 4 months ago
Toyota is recalling approximately 100,000 Tundra pickups and 3,500 Lexus LX 600 luxury SUVs to address an issue that could cause engine power loss while driving. The recall affects 2022 and 2023 model year Tundras and LX 600s with gasoline engines, not hybrids, due to debris left in the engine during manufacturing. Toyota is yet to determine a fix and affected owners will receive notification letters soon, with repairs to be conducted free of charge at Toyota dealerships.
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Reported 4 months ago
Pixar has unveiled a new trailer for Inside Out 2, showcasing the introduction of new emotions as Riley transitions into adolescence. The film explores how Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust cope with the arrival of Anxiety, Envy, Ennui, and Embarrassment. Scheduled for a June 14, 2024, release in the United States, the sequel is directed by Kelsey Mann and features a star-studded voice cast, including Amy Poehler and Maya Hawke.
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Reported 4 months ago
The US job market reached a significant milestone in April as the Beveridge Curve, which plots the relationship between job openings and the unemployment rate, returned to pre-pandemic levels. This shift indicates a potential for inflation to fall without a significant rise in unemployment. Other indicators, such as the job openings to unemployed ratio and the quits rate, also show a return to pre-pandemic patterns, suggesting a labor market resembling the one before the COVID-19 outbreak. The upcoming US government's monthly jobs report for May will provide further insights into the labor market's normalization.
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Reported 4 months ago
Stock splits are explained as maneuvers that increase the number of available shares without affecting a company's fundamental value, making shares more accessible. Chipotle Mexican Grill is in the spotlight for its proposed 50-for-1 stock split, expected to pass easily at its upcoming annual meeting. The split will not alter Chipotle's market cap but will lower share prices, benefiting retail investors. Meanwhile, Costco, known for its employee-oriented approach, is suggested to consider a stock split given its climbing share prices. Both Chipotle and Costco exemplify successful business strategies and growth potential in their respective sectors.
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Reported 4 months ago
The U.S.-traded spot bitcoin ETFs have seen a notable resurgence, adding $2.4 billion worth of bitcoin in the past month. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Fund (IBIT) has surpassed $20 billion in assets under management. This comes after a 15-consecutive session streak of net inflows combined with a rally in BTC price, with IBIT leading with $1.1 billion in inflows. The ability to bounce back post sell-offs demonstrates the ETFs' staying power, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. Inflows slowed after the initial launch excitement, but have picked up since mid-May, averaging $140 million per day.
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Reported 4 months ago
戴爾科技公司（NYSE：DELL）的股票在五月底公布財報後急遽下跌，因公司警告由於投資人工智慧（AI）而導致利潤壓力，跌幅高達17.9％，是自2018年12月以來最嚴重的單日百分比損失。然而，在跳空下跌之前，DELL的股價一直在創下歷史新高，且自今年初以來仍上漲了76.2％。現在可能是在調整時買入該股的好時機，因為它尚未突破公布財報後的收盤價位，雖然最後一次檢查時，該股價上漲了2.8％至135.70美元。DELL還得到了50日移動平均線的支撐，過去這種情況曾預示著多頭行情。根據Schaeffer's高級量化分析師Rocky White的說法，該證券在過去三年內已六次接近其50日趨勢線的一個標準差，對於這項研究，此前兩個月內超過此趨勢線的時間佔80％，最近10個交易日中有8個交易日符合條件。在此信號後一個月，股票價格83％的時間漲上升，平均回報率達到了13.2％。一個類似的變化將把股價推高至153美元以上。
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Reported 4 months ago
Red Bull has decided not to consider Carlos Sainz as a potential partner for Max Verstappen next season, with Sergio Pérez signing a two-year contract extension. The reigning champions emphasized the importance of continuity and stability within the team, hinting at uncertainties surrounding Verstappen's future. Despite recent controversies and Mercedes' interest in Verstappen, any potential move might not happen until 2026 when new technical regulations come into effect. In the meantime, Red Bull aims to demonstrate their competitiveness in the upcoming races amid challenges from McLaren and Ferrari. Pérez expressed gratitude for the team's trust and is committed to delivering strong results on and off the track.
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Reported 4 months ago
Shell Plc's CEO highlighted the importance of stability and predictability during a visit to Washington, expressing concerns about the impact of the upcoming US presidential election on the energy sector. Wael Sawan emphasized the need for concrete actions post-election and discussed the influence of government policies on global spending. He also addressed the uncertainty surrounding incentives for advanced energy technologies and the role of liquefied natural gas in mitigating volatility. Sawan criticized the US pause in new gas export permits and indicated potential shifts in LNG demand and supply dynamics.
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Reported 4 months ago
Tom Cruise wanted to reshoot a sailing scene in 'Top Gun: Maverick' with Jennifer Connelly to make it more exciting. Originally filmed in San Diego, Cruise found it boring and not showcasing Connelly's character's strength. The scene was then filmed in San Francisco with rough seas, emphasizing Connelly's sailing skills and adding more action to the romantic subplot. The change was well-received, enhancing the character dynamics and making the scene more engaging for the audience.
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Reported 4 months ago
Investors in the US banking sector are becoming apprehensive about potential risks in commercial real estate, with Axos Financial Inc., Bank OZK, and New York Community Bancorp facing scrutiny over property loan issues. The uncertainties surrounding property valuations, borrowing costs, and Federal Reserve rate cuts are causing concerns, particularly as $441 billion of maturing property debt looms ahead. Lenders are beginning to feel the effects of property market disruptions, potentially leading to challenges in property sales and valuation adjustments.
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Reported 4 months ago
職業美式橄欖球運動員Christian McCaffrey與聖佛朗西斯科49人隊簽署了一份為期兩年的續約，每季平均工資為1,900萬美元。此次續約讓他的年薪增加800萬美元，並額外獲得2400萬美元的保證金。這使得28歲的McCaffrey成為NFL中薪酬最高的跑鋒，合約延長至2027賽季。
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Reported 4 months ago
The U.S. is facing an unacceptably high maternal mortality rate, especially among Black women due to medical racism. A report revealed that 22 maternal deaths occurred per 100,000 live births in 2022, with 80% deemed preventable. The U.S. lags in maternal healthcare compared to other wealthy nations, with statistics significantly higher. Improving midwife accessibility is crucial, as midwives can play a significant role in reducing maternal and neonatal deaths. The U.S. shortage of midwives and healthcare barriers must be addressed to enhance care and lower mortality rates during pregnancy and postpartum.
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Reported 4 months ago
As summer approaches, small business owners may consider offering summer hours, like early releases on Fridays, to combat workplace burnout. A report by the Society for Human Resource Management revealed high levels of burnout among U.S. employees, making summer hours a cost-effective way for small businesses to boost morale. To implement this perk, owners should consider workload and deadlines, stagger time off if necessary, formalize the policy in writing, and evaluate its effectiveness at the end of the season.
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