Reported 4 months ago
Despite her fear of the open water, actress Daisy Ridley, 32, stars as the ocean-swimmer Gertrude “Trudy” Ederle in the Disney biopic 'Young Woman and the Sea.' Ridley, known for her role in Star Wars, embraced the challenging role due to her love for the script and desire to be part of the inspirational story, overcoming her personal fears for the role. The movie depicts the true story of Ederle becoming the first woman to swim the English Channel in 1926, highlighting gender discrimination of the era. Ridley's dedication to portraying the groundbreaking feat required rigorous training and mental fortitude, showcasing her commitment to the role.
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Reported 4 months ago
Former President Donald Trump has been convicted of 34 felony charges, making him the first US president to face such a conviction. With his potential appeals process ahead, questions arise about the impact on his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election. Analysts speculate on Trump's next steps and how this landmark verdict may influence the race, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding his political future.
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Reported 4 months ago
Traders expect the Federal Reserve to deliver a rate cut in September after a U.S. Commerce Department report indicated progress toward the Fed's 2% inflation goal and softened spending. Following the data, traders now perceive a 53% chance of a rate cut in September, up from 49% prior to the report. While the PCE index rose 0.2% in April and consumer spending increased by 0.2%, the data reflects that price pressures are above the Fed's target. Market sentiment suggests doubts about multiple rate cuts this year, with futures showing a 45% chance of a second cut by year-end.
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Reported 4 months ago
US stocks wrapped the last trading day of the month on a high note, notching the sixth positive month in the last seven for all three major indexes. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq posted their best May performances since 2003, while the Dow saw its best May since 2020. Investors reacted to the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index update as the 'core' PCE index rose 0.2% in April, slowing from March. Bond yields fell after the report, with the benchmark 10-year Treasury falling to around 4.5%. Individual movers included shares of Trump Media & Technology Group falling after former President Donald Trump's conviction and Dell reporting a rise in revenue but plunging shares as AI server sales fell short. Gap stock surged 28% on a sizable earnings beat.
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Reported 4 months ago
Mandy Moore宣布她正在懷第三胎，並與丈夫Taylor Goldsmith共同迎接家庭的增加。Moore在Instagram上分享了兒子Gus和Ozzie的照片，兩人穿著寫有“Big”和“Middle”的白色T卹，預告新生命的到來。Moore表示迫不及待讓兩個兒子迎接一個小妹妹。其在過去談到家庭傳統和長子入讀學前教育的慶典，並分享了家中喜歡音樂的氛圍和特別時刻紀念活動。
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Reported 4 months ago
April's Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report in the US was in line with expectations, showing a 0.2% month over month and 2.8% year over year rise in core PCE. Analysts are closely watching this as an indicator for the next interest rate decision by the Federal Reserve, with futures markets responding positively to the news. Despite meeting expectations, concerns remain about inflation levels not reaching the desired target, particularly when considering factors like the super core PCE, which excludes housing costs and has shown significant year over year increases.
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Reported 4 months ago
Ilana Glazer channels her pregnancy experience into her uproarious new movie 'Babes', highlighting the comedic aspects of motherhood. Working alongside co-writer Josh Rabinowitz and producer Susie Fox, Glazer delves into the unexpected challenges of parenthood, crafting a film that blends humor with heartfelt moments. Drawing from her own journey to motherhood, Glazer aims to capture the high and low moments of raising a child, reflecting on the joy and pain that come with major life changes.
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Reported 4 months ago
Warren Buffett's investment insights from Berkshire Hathaway's filings are valuable, but investors should conduct their analysis. Two appealing long-term Berkshire Hathaway holdings are Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) and Moody's (NYSE: MCO) for various reasons. Coca-Cola, a well-known brand with global reach and consistent growth, offers a high dividend yield of 3.1%. On the other hand, Moody's boasts strong businesses in credit ratings and analytics, with solid revenue and EPS growth, despite trading at a higher valuation. Both stocks offer unique benefits and require patience to realize their wealth-growing potential.
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Reported 4 months ago
President Biden congratulated the Kansas City Chiefs for their back-to-back Super Bowl wins during their White House visit, with some tension present due to controversial remarks made by Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker criticizing Biden's views and transgender rights. Despite the controversy, players like Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes distanced themselves from Butker's opinions while acknowledging him as a good teammate. The visit concluded a highly publicized season for the Chiefs, marked by tragedy with a mass shooting following their celebratory rally in February.
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Reported 4 months ago
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Amazon's self-driving Zoox vehicles for unexpected braking leading to rear-end collisions. The agency is requesting video footage and documents from Zoox concerning the incidents and stated concerns regarding the risk of crashes due to rapid braking. Zoox, acquired by Amazon in 2020, has been expanding its testing in California and Nevada, competing with Alphabet's Waymo, and has not yet commented on the investigation.
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Reported 4 months ago
特斯拉正召回超過12萬5000輛車輛，以修復安全帶警示系統，以降低碰撞時受傷風險。美國國家公路交通安全管理局表示，此次召回包括特定型號的2012-2024年Model S、2015-2024年Model X、2017-2023年Model 3和2020-2023年Model Y車輛。特斯拉計劃從6月開始免費為受影響的車輛部署一項過時空軟體更新，以修復問題。上個月，特斯拉因發現加速踏板可能卡住而召回了3878輛2024年Cybertruck，可能導致車輛意外加速並增加事故風險。
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Reported 4 months ago
美國股市(^DJI、^IXIC、^GSPC)在5月最後一個交易日（星期五）有望高開，主要受到PCE（個人消費支出）指數公佈的符合預期的通膨數據的影響。前總統川普在紐約陪審團的刑事掩飾金錢審判中被裁定對34項重罪指控有罪，對特朗普媒體及技術集團（DJT）的股價產生影響。最後，從大型零售商Costco（COST）和時尚品牌Gap（GPS）公佈的收益數據可能表明美國消費者仍然願意花錢。欲獲取更多專家見解和最新市場動態，請點擊此處觀看Morning Brief的完整節目。
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Reported 4 months ago
FIFA更新了针对女足球员和教练在怀孕期间和之后，以及在非生物母亲情况下的保护规定，其中包括为教练提供至少14周带薪产假，这在之前仅适用于球员。若选择领养，球员和教练将获得根据孩子年龄而定的假期，而非生物母亲也有家庭假期可用。此外，球员将有权因月经健康原因请求缺席训练或比赛，同时仍能获得全额工资。这些来自足球世界的改变将于6月1日生效，并于5月获FIFA理事会批准。
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Reported 4 months ago
The 2024 T20 World Cup, following 195 days after the men’s 50-over World Cup, brings a fresh perspective to cricket with teams like the US, Canada, Uganda, and Papua New Guinea adding color and intrigue. The tournament marks a significant growth of the sport in the United States, introducing new cricket grounds in Texas and Florida and showcasing teams that are not traditionally seen in major cricket events. Unlike the repetitive nature of franchise tournaments, the T20 World Cup offers a platform for diverse cricketing nations to compete and make their mark on the global stage.
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Reported 4 months ago
The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of underlying US inflation eased in April, and consumer spending unexpectedly declined, supporting potential interest rate cuts. The inflation gauge, core personal consumption expenditures, rose 0.2% with the smallest increase this year, while consumer spending dropped by 0.1%. This data, coupled with slower wage growth, indicates a slow economic start to the year and may influence Fed rate decisions. The report shows signs of cooling household demand, with spending on goods and services softer, prompting attention from policymakers for informed economic decisions amidst uncertain conditions.
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Reported 4 months ago
U.S. inflation remained steady in April, with the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index increasing by 0.3% last month, matching the gain in March. The year-on-year PCE price index rose by 2.7%, while core PCE, excluding food and energy prices, rose by 0.2% month to month, less than expected. The report has implications for the U.S. central bank regarding interest rate cuts, with market reactions signaling a positive opening on Wall Street and mixed reactions in bonds and forex markets. Economists and market analysts comment on the report's impact on inflation, consumer spending, and the Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts.
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Reported 4 months ago
The European Union has added Chinese online retailer Temu to its list of platforms facing the bloc's highest level of digital scrutiny under the Digital Services Act due to its over 45 million users. By September 2024, Temu must comply with stringent rules that include addressing risks like counterfeit goods and intellectual property rights infringement. The company plans to enhance its measures to ensure user safety and transparency within the EU market.
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Reported 4 months ago
伊斯蘭·馬哈奇夫和達斯汀·波伊葉從未在其輝煌的混合武術生涯中錯過過重，這一趨勢將在即將到來的UFC 302頭部賽事中得到延續。馬哈奇夫將在新澤西州紐華克普魯登特里爾（Prudential Center）舉行的賽事中第三次衛冕輕量級冠軍頭銜，對陣前代理冠軍波伊葉。兩位選手在公開秤重時都沒有問題。
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Reported 4 months ago
凯里文播斯顿的NBC体育波士顿，《Kyrie 时期骚乱不断的凯尔特人历程及随后发生的事情》，报道了波士顿凯尔特人队与達拉斯小牛队展开 2024 年 NBA 决赛的故事。本文回顾了凯里文播斯顿在凯尔特人队的跌宕起伏历程以及自那时以来发生的事情，包括他离开波士顿后与球迷的恩怨，以及最近与凯尔特人队对抗时发生的意外事件。
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Reported 4 months ago
Imprisoned former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder, serving a 20-year sentence for racketeering, pleaded not guilty to 10 new felony counts remotely from prison, related to a $60 million bribery scheme with FirstEnergy Corp. for political influence. Householder is appealing his initial conviction, arguing legality of funding. The state's case also involves charges against two former FirstEnergy executives and the late former chair of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
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Reported 4 months ago
Canada's economy expanded by 1.7% in the first quarter, lower than the expected rate of 2.2%, leading traders to speculate on the Bank of Canada cutting rates soon. The weak inventory growth offset strong consumption gains, and the statistics agency also revised fourth-quarter growth downward. The possibility of a rate cut next week is now at about three-quarters, with most economists expecting a 25 basis point cut. Economists noted the need for a rate cut, but uncertainties remain about the central bank's decision and how the economy's momentum will influence it.
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Reported 4 months ago
Dolly Parton applauds Beyoncé's bold and unique take on the classic song 'Jolene' in her Cowboy Carter album, expressing admiration for the new lyrics and overall performance. Parton also reveals her pride in Beyoncé's venture into country music, sharing positive feedback on the album and the possibility of performing 'Jolene' together at the 2025 Grammys if nominated.
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Reported 4 months ago
US Treasury bond yields declined after stable inflation data in April sustained predictions of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut this year. Despite upcoming economic data releases, investors expect a quarter-point Fed rate cut as early as September. The market also benefited from month-end index rebalancing and bond auctions, ending May with a 1.1% gain to counterbalance a 2.2% loss for 2024.
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Reported 4 months ago
Jacques Veyrat, former CEO of Louis Dreyfus Co., is set to receive €2.6 billion ($2.8 billion) from the sale of Neoen SA, a renewable energy business he acquired after leaving the firm. The deal involves Canadian asset manager Brookfield acquiring Veyrat's 42% stake in the company for about €6.1 billion. Veyrat, known for his diverse investments post-Dreyfus, plans to reinvest the Neoen proceeds into other energy transition projects and owns businesses in various sectors like technology, finance, and cosmetics through his investment company, Impala.
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Reported 4 months ago
Shares of Marathon Oil surged 10.4% following the announcement of a merger agreement with ConocoPhillips, where Marathon will be acquired for $22.5 billion in an all-stock deal, offering a 16% premium to Marathon shareholders. This consolidation comes as part of a trend in the oil and gas industry, with the deal expected to bring about $500 million in cost synergies and position the combined company with significant resources for optimizing operations and navigating the energy transition.
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