Reported 4 months ago
During a recent hearing on the origins of Covid-19, House Republicans on the Oversight Committee targeted Dr. Anthony Fauci with baseless allegations, trying to undermine his credibility as a pandemic response leader. GOP lawmakers grilled Fauci without relevant questions, with Reps. Malliotakis, Lesko, and Jordan attempting to link him to conspiracies and misinformation. Fauci calmly refuted their claims, stating he earned only $122 from a prior patent and had no connection to the alleged emails. The chaotic hearing exposed the lawmakers' lack of preparation and further politicization of the pandemic response.
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Reported 4 months ago
During an interview on BBC Radio 4’s 'Desert Island Discs,' Rebel Wilson expressed her belief that actors should be able to play any role they want, regardless of their sexual identity. The Pitch Perfect star criticized the idea that only straight actors can play straight roles and gay actors can play gay roles as 'total nonsense,' emphasizing that actors should have the freedom to take on any character. Wilson also discussed gendered jokes and her personal experiences, including her relationship with fiancée Ramona Agruma.
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Reported 4 months ago
Multiple stocks on the NYSE encountered trading halts due to technical problems categorized under the 'Limit Up/Limit Down' code aimed at managing stock volatility. Companies like Berkshire Hathaway and Chipotle saw sharp declines, with Chipotle experiencing a 66% dip and Berkshire Hathaway facing a staggering 99.7% collapse. The NYSE is investigating the issue, impacting other stocks like Abbott Laboratories and Barrick Gold Corp.
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Reported 4 months ago
Purchasing a home comes with significant costs beyond just the mortgage, with property taxes varying widely by location. The article lists the top 10 states with the highest median property tax bills, using U.S. Census Bureau data. States such as New Jersey, Connecticut, and New Hampshire have some of the highest property tax burdens in the nation, impacting long-term financial planning and the cost of living for homeowners.
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Reported 4 months ago
Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma was robbed of his luxury watch by two assailants outside a hotel in Cannes on the French Riviera. The Mali international, 27, was returning to his hotel when two hooded men attacked him with tear gas and stole his watch worth 300,000 euros (£255,000). Tottenham confirmed awareness of the incident and stated they would continue to check on Yves and his family. Bissouma joined Spurs from Brighton in 2022 and made 28 appearances for the club last season, helping them finish fifth in the Premier League.
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Reported 4 months ago
JPMorgan Chase & Co. predicts ample demand for growth in the supply of short-term bills by the US Treasury based on potential increased interest from various investor segments, such as money-market funds, stablecoin issuers, and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. The US deficit is expected to remain high in the coming years, prompting considerations on how to manage the increased borrowing need through bill sales and longer-maturity notes and bonds. The Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee is inclined to revisit their recommendation following sustained strong demand for bills and the group's minutes suggest readiness to accommodate additional borrowing capacity in the mid- to late-2025 period. Overall, there seems to be structural buyers prepared to absorb this supply when needed.
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Reported 4 months ago
Creighton宣布將籃球練習場更名為 McDermott Center，以表彰教練Greg McDermott和其家人。 McDermott在14個賽季中帶領藍鶝隊9次進入NCAA錦標賽，他目前只需3場勝利即可打破327場的校史紀錄。他的兒子Doug McDermott是藍鶝隊的三次共識全美選手，並在2014年當選全國年度最佳球員。這座價值1300萬美元的建築於2014年開放，原名為Championship Center。最近，主要捐助者Bill和Ruth Scott的家人要求將建築改名。將於6月20日舉行的落成典禮中，Greg和Theresa McDermott感到謙卑之至，能將家族名字標在這座建築上。
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Reported 4 months ago
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Reported 4 months ago
The WNBA is seeing a rise in anti-Caitlin Clark sentiment among players, with incidents like Chennedy Carter's physical play against her gaining attention. Clark, a marked figure in the league, is facing challenges adapting to professional play, but this drama is adding excitement to the season. Despite recent struggles on the court, the attention Clark brings through controversy and competition is seen as a positive for the league, potentially attracting more fans and enhancing women's sports legitimacy.
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Reported 4 months ago
First American Financial disclosed that the cyberattack in December affected 44,000 individuals, with unauthorized access to personal information. The company's investigation concluded with plans to notify and provide credit monitoring to those affected. The attack led to a 15% revenue decrease in the fourth quarter of 2023, following a settlement with the New York Department of Financial Services. This incident follows a ransomware attack on Fidelity National Financial and other cybersecurity breaches in the mortgage industry.
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Reported 4 months ago
A note from Bank of America highlights the total cost of vehicle ownership as a deterrent for car sales, mentioning high interest rates, insurance, and maintenance costs. Autoblog Editor-in-Chief discusses how electric vehicles (EVs) could be a more cost-effective option, noting that charging is becoming more appealing to consumers than gas, especially with incentives like rebates and subsidies for home chargers. As the EV market grows beyond the early adopter phase, more variety, from trucks to sedans, is becoming available, offering American drivers more choices in car ownership.
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Reported 4 months ago
A new Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) is set to launch in October, providing coverage for over 300 live games per year from the Blackhawks, Bulls, and White Sox. A joint venture between the three teams and Standard Media, CHSN will have studios in the United Center and Guaranteed Rate Field, offering 24-hour multisport programming. The network will start by airing Blackhawks and Bulls preseason games, with White Sox games beginning in 2025. Pending approvals, CHSN will be available in Illinois, parts of Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin on traditional cable providers, streaming services, and free over-the-air broadcast, aiming to reach fans through various platforms and markets.
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Reported 4 months ago
Pixies发布了一支惊喜的双A面单曲，与他们与Modest Mouse和Cat Power联合主办的北美巡回演出同时推出，标志着Pixies的2024年首支新音乐作品。这支乐队还在单曲中首次录制了新贝斯手Emma Richardson，她是来自Band of Skulls的前成员，取代了今年早些时候离开的Paz Lenchantin。其中一首歌是对上世纪50年代经典曲目《Que Sera, Sera》的翻唱，这首歌原本是他们录制为电视系列节目《From》的配乐。这两首歌目前正在线上播放，并将于7月19日推出限量版7英寸黑胶唱片。 Pixies的巡回演出已在南卡罗来纳州查尔斯顿正式启动，日期一直延续到六月底。之后，乐队将在2024年晚些时候在英国，欧洲，新西兰和澳大利亚巡回演出。
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Reported 4 months ago
美聯社財經報導指出，標普500指數公司CEO的典型薪酬持續上升，超過普通員工工資增長速度。該報告還強調CEO與員工薪酬差距擴大，並提及性別不平等問題。根據調查，去年CEO的中位薪酬為1630萬美元，性別資料中，女性CEO的中位薪酬較男性增長21%至1760萬美元。其中，Broadcom Inc.的CEO獲得約1.62億美元的薪酬包，而芯片製造商AMD的CEO的薪酬則為3030萬美元。
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Reported 4 months ago
Nick Saban, Urban Meyer, Aaron Donald, and Manti Te’o are among the first-time nominees on the ballot for the College Football Hall of Fame class to be announced in January. The diverse ballot includes 77 players and nine coaches from the Football Bowl Subdivision and 101 players and 34 coaches from other divisions. Saban and Meyer, known for their coaching successes, are up for election, along with standout players like Aaron Donald and Manti Te’o.
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Reported 4 months ago
In a rare appearance, Jelly Roll's 7-year-old son, Noah, made his solo TikTok debut on stepmom Bunnie XO's account, expressing nervousness but winning hearts with his sweet smile and request for kindness. Noah, shy but endearing in his Pokémon shirt, asked viewers to 'take it easy' on him, showcasing a tender moment with his stepmom as they share a glimpse into their family life.
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Reported 4 months ago
An overview of the NFL's highest-paid wide receivers for the 2024 season reveals Justin Jefferson as the top earner at $35 million annually, followed by A.J. Brown and Amon-Ra St. Brown. The rankings are based on factors like annual averages, total contract value, and guaranteed money, highlighting the significant salaries these players command in the league.
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Reported 4 months ago
President Javier Milei's shock-therapy economic policies have led to an unexpected surge in demand for pesos in Argentina, with more people selling their dollar savings for pesos to cope with reduced buying power. The trend, reflected in official central bank data, marks a significant shift from buying dollars to selling them since at least 2018, as Milei abandons price controls and maintains a strong grip on the peso's value, causing higher prices in dollar terms despite a lesser peso devaluation. The president proposes a co-existence of the US dollar and peso as legal tender, alongside plans to eventually close the central bank.
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Reported 4 months ago
Conor McGregor's Dublin press conference for the upcoming fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 303 was canceled with no reason given, sparking concerns among fans about the status of the fight scheduled for 29 June in Las Vegas. McGregor's past actions have led fans to speculate that he may be responsible for the cancellation, especially after footage of him partying in Dublin emerged. The postponement comes a week after fans raised issues over McGregor's preparation, as he has not fought since breaking his leg in July 2021.
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Reported 4 months ago
Global hedge funds sold off equities last week, facing a challenging period as U.S. main indexes dropped, impacting their long bets, according to Morgan Stanley. The bank observed the pain concentrated on the funds' long positions, with the S&P 500 falling 0.48% and tech companies like Dell Technologies disappointing. Hedge funds also increased short trades in Europe and Asia. Despite Americas-based long/short funds declining 0.9% for the week versus the S&P's 1.3% drop, they only captured 35% of the index's gains in May, as per Morgan Stanley's report.
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Reported 4 months ago
Riddles are a fun and beneficial way to engage with kids, promoting critical thinking, problem-solving skills, memory, concentration, attention span, language skills, cognitive development, reasoning, and creative thinking. Riddles also help enhance verbal communication skills, foster creativity and imagination, and can even be used to teach various subjects. Divided into categories for preschoolers, school-aged kids, and tweens/teens, a list of 75 age-appropriate riddles is provided to enjoy with children while reaping these educational advantages.
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Reported 4 months ago
US stocks slid on Monday as the tech-heavy Nasdaq and S&P 500 fell, while the Dow Jones dropped around 1% amid weak manufacturing data and uncertainty over Fed rate cuts. GameStop shares surged over 100% after 'Roaring Kitty' revealed a significant position, sparking speculation of a meme rally. Meanwhile, oil prices fell on OPEC+ production cuts, and Spotify announced price hikes. The ISM report showed further manufacturing contraction, while Nvidia shares rose premarket. Salesforce's disappointing earnings impacted software stocks, and June historically poses challenges for the stock market.
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Reported 4 months ago
During a Texas tour stop, Justin Timberlake paused his performance to assist a fan in need, asking for help from the audience. In a clip shared on social media, he can be heard saying, 'We need some assistance right here about five rows back.'
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