Reported 4 months ago
During a game at Guaranteed Rate Field, White Sox reliever Garrett Crochet was oddly ejected by umpires during a strange ninth-inning rain delay. The delay, which lasted over an hour, started just before the bottom of the ninth inning with the game on hold due to heavy rain. Crochet's ejection, despite not impacting the game's outcome, marked the first of his career and added to the unusual weather-related incidents the White Sox have faced this season, including a previous rain delay that lasted over three hours.
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Reported 4 months ago
The San Francisco Giants' bullpen led the team to a walk-off win against the Philadelphia Phillies, clinching a series victory over the team with the best record in the National League. Despite facing a tough matchup against Zack Wheeler, the Giants prevailed in extra innings with Luis Matos' sacrifice fly. Spencer Howard impressed in his Giants debut, potentially earning a spot in the rotation, while the Giants relied on new addition Trenton Brooks to fill in for an injured player. This victory marked the Giants' strong performance in recent weeks, winning 10 of their last 12 games and four consecutive series.
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Reported 4 months ago
The San Francisco Giants secured a 1-0 walk-off win over the Philadelphia Phillies with a sacrifice fly by Luis Matos in the 10th inning, clinching a series victory against the team with the National League's best record. Despite facing a tough matchup on paper, the Giants' bullpen went the distance in the win. Spencer Howard impressed in his Giants debut, potentially solidifying his spot in the rotation, while Trenton Brooks made his MLB debut as a left-handed bat at first base in the absence of LaMonte Wade Jr.
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Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the need for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's potential third term in office to focus on implementing tough reforms to attract foreign firms to invest in India. Challenges such as policy inconsistencies, bureaucratic delays, and land availability issues have hindered foreign direct investment despite some improvements in the business environment. Key priorities include policy coordination among states, labor reforms, addressing the skills gap in the workforce, land acquisition reforms, and reviewing trade measures like tariffs. Modi's government aims to make India a global manufacturing hub by simplifying regulations, investing in infrastructure, and supporting key sectors like chip manufacturing and defense equipment.
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Reported 4 months ago
California recently increased the hourly minimum wage for fast food workers to $20, making it the highest in the nation. Despite claims that this would benefit workers and stimulate the economy, the unintended consequences have been negative. Some workers lost jobs as restaurants closed, others had their hours cut, and automation increased. Prices have also gone up, impacting consumers. The article argues that government-mandated wage increases have unseen harmful effects, including hindering young and unskilled people from gaining employment.
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Reported 4 months ago
Drag performers across the U.S. are forming a group called Qommittee to protect and promote their art ahead of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, facing threats like doxxing, harassment, and violence. The group aims to provide resources like legal aid and therapy, build dialogue with law enforcement agencies, and support performers and venues. They are combating conservative complaints about the "sexualization" of children by drag performers, emphasizing drag as an industry that fosters entrepreneurship and creates jobs, calling for community involvement to keep the revolution of drag going.
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Reported 4 months ago
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut down by Spencer Howard and the San Francisco Giants' bullpen in a 1-0 loss, marking their second consecutive series defeat after a 15-game unbeaten streak. Despite a strong pitching performance from Zack Wheeler, the Phillies struggled offensively, scoring only 16 runs in their last five games. The Giants' bullpen proved challenging for the Phillies, holding them scoreless for 15 innings in the series. Manager Rob Thomson remains confident in the team's hitting ability despite the current rough patch.
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Reported 4 months ago
"Outchef’d Season 1 is a reality cooking competition show where amateur home cooks face off against celebrity chefs for a chance to win $5,000. The show, featuring hosts like Eddie Jackson and chefs like Alex Guarnaschelli and Geoffrey Zakarian, is available for streaming on HBO Max, where viewers can sign up for different plans to access the show along with other popular series like Game of Thrones and Succession."
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Reported 4 months ago
Anthony Rizzo's error in the eighth inning allowed the Los Angeles Angels to take the lead and ultimately led to the New York Yankees falling 4-3 on Tuesday night. The Yankees' Juan Soto contributed with a home run and two RBIs, while Nestor Cortes had a solid start despite giving up two runs. Austin Wells also made an impact with a double that briefly gave the Yankees the lead. Despite Anthony Volpe extending his hitting streak to 20 games, Taylor Ward was named the game MVP for the Angels after his two-run double in the eighth inning. The Yankees will look to bounce back in their next game against the Angels with Luis Gil facing off against Tyler Anderson.
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Reported 4 months ago
Thailand plans to issue up to $1.1 billion of baht-denominated sustainability-linked bonds in the fourth quarter, marking Asia's first sovereign sustainability-linked bond offering. The bonds, aimed at reducing carbon emissions, will finance the government's budget deficit and target both local and foreign institutional investors. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is emphasizing sustainability to attract foreign investors, with interest shown by companies like BlackRock Inc. and Intesa Sanpaolo SpA. The issuance will precede any foreign-currency bond sales, as the ministry is exploring options due to factors like the weak baht and uncertainty in the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
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Reported 4 months ago
The executive director of the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, Juhan Lepassaar, reports a doubling of disruptive digital attacks in the EU in 2024, with many linked to Russian-backed groups. These attacks, including hacktivist actions against European infrastructure, have increased since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Security agencies are on high alert ahead of elections in the EU, the United States, Britain, and other countries, with concerns about disruption campaigns funded by adversaries. ENISA has been leading efforts to strengthen the resilience of election-related agencies, and experts warn of AI-enabled disinformation campaigns targeting Western voters. The focus is on anticipating emerging digital threats and vulnerabilities, with a call for cybersecurity to become ingrained in societal behavior.
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Reported 4 months ago
Fantasy analyst Matt Harmon and guest Ryan Heath discuss the importance of '1st downs per route run' in determining the success and efficiency of wide receivers in the NFL for the 2024 season in the first installment of the 'Data trends that will define 2024 season' series on Yahoo Sports. They analyze players like Dontayvion Wicks, Rashee Rice, Jaylen Waddle, Jayden Reed, George Pickens, Jordan Addison, and Jameson Williams as potential draft sleepers or busts based on this statistic.
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Reported 4 months ago
Ed O'Bannon's historic antitrust settlement with the NCAA, if finalized, will revolutionize college sports by ending amateurism, allowing direct payment to players, implementing pro sports-like salary caps, and providing players with a share of revenue they generate. O'Bannon's lawsuit, initially triggered by his likeness being used in a video game without compensation, led to changes benefiting college athletes' rights. Despite initial resistance from the NCAA, O'Bannon's efforts have paved the way for significant reforms in college sports, including the return of college sports video games.
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Reported 4 months ago
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund's increasing focus on local projects like Neom has global asset managers concerned about a potential decrease in cash available for international investments. The fund, aiming to boost annual spending up to $70 billion, may shift away from global passive investments in private equity, infrastructure, and hedge funds towards domestic mega-projects. This contrasts with prior years when Middle Eastern wealth funds sought investments with global investors. The PIF's move to bolster spending amid budget deficits until 2026 has led to pressure to find new funding sources, potentially impacting international investments.
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Reported 4 months ago
Real estate expert Ryan Serhant advises prospective home buyers not to let the current 2024 housing market conditions deter them from pursuing homeownership. He emphasizes that waiting for interest rates to drop might not be the best strategy, as even a small reduction in rates may only save a minimal amount monthly compared to potentially missing out on their dream home. Serhant suggests understanding that rates are flexible, but the house price is not, encouraging buyers to act sooner rather than later.
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Reported 4 months ago
Croatia's central bank chief, Boris Vujcic, faces an uncertain future as the country's new government considers whether to grant him a third six-year term. The decision, due by July 13, is complicated by the addition of a nationalist party to the ruling coalition. Vujcic's potential replacement could impact Croatia's influence within the European Union as he is also a possible candidate for the ECB's Executive Board. The situation raises concerns about Croatia's continuity and its monetary policy direction amidst the ECB's potential rate cuts.
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Reported 4 months ago
As OPEC+ prepares to review global oil markets, China's oil demand outlook is darkening due to reduced processing rates by Chinese oil refiners amidst weakening factory strength and a housing market crash. This decline in demand is impacting crude purchases from Saudi Arabia and Russia, the leading OPEC+ producers. The group is expected to continue output cutbacks to stabilize prices, with China's slowdown potentially disrupting these efforts. Despite optimism from OPEC+ officials about oil demand in China and Asia, the global market faces oversupply challenges as prices decrease and competition intensifies from US exports.
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Reported 4 months ago
German Finance Minister Christian Lindner is standing firm on enforcing strict borrowing rules and resisting requests from some cabinet colleagues, including Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, and Labor Minister Hubertus Heil, for more funds in the 2025 budget. Lindner's stance is influenced by weaker tax revenue projections and his commitment to upholding Germany's debt brake law. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck have supported Lindner, with the budget expected to be approved in July and then sent to parliament for backing by the end of the year.
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Reported 4 months ago
BHP Group and Anglo American Plc are facing a tight deadline to salvage BHP's $49 billion takeover plan, with just hours left to find a breakthrough. The main hurdle remains BHP's complex transaction structure, with Anglo arguing that spinning off its South African assets creates too much risk for its investors. Despite ongoing discussions, a resolution has not been reached, and BHP is likely to need another extension to keep the bid alive. The outcome of these talks will have significant implications for the mining industry, with the potential for BHP to become a dominant player if the deal is successful.
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Reported 4 months ago
The Timberwolves beat the Mavericks in Game 4 with a score of 105-100, led by Anthony Edwards with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists, alongside Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 25 points in the win. Luka Doncic recorded his ninth career triple-double for the Mavericks with 28 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists.
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Reported 4 months ago
The Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers 3-2 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals with an overtime goal by Sam Reinhart, evening the best-of-seven series at two games each. Despite a strong performance by Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin, the Panthers capitalized on a power play opportunity to secure the win. The series now shifts back to Madison Square Garden for Game 5, with both teams aiming to take the lead in this closely contested matchup.
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Reported 4 months ago
The Minnesota Timberwolves secured their first win of the series against the Dallas Mavericks with a 105-100 victory in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Timberwolves with a strong performance, supported by Anthony Edwards, who almost recorded a triple-double. The win forces a Game 5 in Minneapolis, while the Mavericks still hold a 3-1 series lead and are one win away from the NBA Finals. Towns' standout play helped the Timberwolves avoid a sweep and keep their postseason hopes alive with a chance to make history by overcoming a 3-0 series deficit.
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Reported 4 months ago
In Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final, the Florida Panthers defeated the New York Rangers 3-2 in overtime, with Sam Reinhart scoring the game-winning goal on the power play. The victory tied the series at two games apiece, with Reinhart's goal being his 65th of the season. The Panthers also got goals from Carter Verhaeghe and Sam Bennett, while Sergei Bobrovsky made 21 saves. Game 5 will be in New York, and Game 6 will be in Sunrise, with the series now the best out of three.
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Reported 4 months ago
Bank of Japan board member Seiji Adachi hinted at a potential interest rate hike if significant drops in the yen lead to higher inflation or impact public perceptions of future prices more than expected. Adachi stated that while short-term currency fluctuations alone would not prompt a policy change, persistent yen depreciation affecting inflation expectations could prompt a rate increase. He emphasized the importance of balancing economic risks and gradually adjusting monetary support based on economic, price, and financial developments, suggesting the possibility of a near-term rate hike. Adachi's remarks come as the yen weakened against the dollar, with the potential for a rate hike as early as July.
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Reported 4 months ago
Sam Reinhart of the Florida Panthers scored a spectacular powerplay goal in a game against the New York Rangers on May 28, 2024, which was highlighted in the NHL game recap.
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