Reported 4 months ago
Clemson running backs coach Spiller believes that Eagles' rookie Will Shipley landing with the team is ideal due to the opportunity to learn from veteran Saquon Barkley. Shipley, a fourth-round pick, is enthusiastic about gaining knowledge from Barkley and potentially contributing not only on offense but also on special teams with his kick return abilities, according to Spiller.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Pest Gnome's study on 'Worst Cities for Bed Bug Infestations' revealed that Miami Beach, Florida, ranked sixth among US cities with bedbug problems. Other Florida cities like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Hollywood, and Jacksonville also made it to the top 100. The article provides insights into bedbug characteristics, common hiding spots, how to identify bites, and tips to avoid or control infestations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
During the NBA playoffs, Travis Kelce was booed by the crowd while sitting courtside with Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes. The audience cheered for Patrick Mahomes instead, leaving Travis visibly surprised by the unexpected reaction.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Norfolk Southern has appointed former Canadian National Railway CEO Claude Mongeau as the new chair of its board, replacing Amy Miles. Mongeau, a veteran railroad executive, joined Norfolk's board in 2019 and aims to enhance service and productivity. The company recently faced charges related to a derailment in Ohio last year, agreeing to pay civil penalties and cleanup costs.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Dylan Minnette, star of 13 Reasons Why, decided to step away from acting to focus on his indie rock band, Wallows, as he felt the inspiration and creativity in acting had diminished. He expressed his desire to put his full time and energy into music and sees himself returning to acting in the future. Other stars like Ian Somerhalder, Jennette McCurdy, and Meghan Markle have also taken steps back from Hollywood for various reasons, such as pursuing passion projects, writing, directing, and philanthropic endeavors.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
In a heartwarming video shared by Our Simple Homestead, a miniature donkey named Cash is seen following his dad around the kitchen, hoping for a treat and receiving lots of snuggles in return. Mini donkeys, like Cash, can be house trained with patience and consistency, and they make great intelligent and affectionate pets, although they can be loud. Consider their needs and your lifestyle before bringing one home!
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Darius Rucker's new memoir, 'Life's Too Short,' delves into his complicated relationships with his late father and older brother, revealing how writing about these traumas helped him heal. The book covers Rucker's life from his humble beginnings to his music career, friendships with stars like Woody Harrelson, and breaking into country music as a Black artist. Rucker also opens up about his struggles with substance abuse and how his ex-wife Beth's ultimatum saved his life. The memoir offers an intimate look into Rucker's journey and his hopes for the future of Black artists in the country music genre.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Several Premier League teams, including Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal, have announced they will tour the USA for their summer 2024 preseason preparations, playing head-to-head fixtures. Other clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea will participate in the Soccer Champions Tour, playing in various cities across the USA alongside teams like Real Madrid, Barcelona, and AC Milan. Aston Villa will also be in the US, playing friendlies against MLS champions Columbus Crew among others. The article provides a detailed schedule of preseason fixtures for each participating Premier League club in the USA.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
A Greek-owned bulk carrier, the Laax, was attacked by three ballistic missiles launched from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen while sailing through the Red Sea. The vessel, managed by Grehel Shipmanagement Co. in Piraeus, Greece, sustained damage to its cargo hold and started taking on water, causing it to list. Despite the attack, the ship continued on its voyage, highlighting the ongoing risks faced by ships navigating the critical waterway. The incident occurred southwest of Hodeida, Yemen, and is part of a series of assaults by Yemen's Houthis. This attack could discourage trade through the southern Red Sea as many ships opt to sail around Africa instead of using the Suez Canal.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Cristiano Ronaldo missed out on the Saudi Pro League title as Al-Hilal became champions for the 19th time, with Ronaldo breaking the league's scoring record. Al-Nassr finished in second place, missing Neymar due to injury, while Al-Ahli secured third place. The league saw reduced crowds, with only the 'Big Four' clubs surpassing 10,000 attendees, highlighting the need for improved attendance and strength in depth on the pitch for future seasons.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Moody's和Fitch将Forward Air的债务评级调降，股价自7月底以来已下跌近91％。Moody's先前将ClueOpCo的企业家族评级从Ba3降至B2，也调降了Forward Air的头等抵押贷款的评级。此外，Forward Air的债务前景由稳定改变为负面，显示Moody's对公司的还款前景存在深度不确定性。该公司的债务负担将继续维持在预期之上，Moody's认为直到2025年仍然较强，在此之后才会有行业显著改善。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Source: INVESTORS
Reported 4 months ago
Brody Malone, a top U.S. male gymnast who had to relearn how to walk after three surgeries in 2023, is expected to make a full return to all-around competition at the Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships in Fort Worth, Texas. Malone, along with other top gymnasts, is aiming to secure a spot on the five-man Olympic team for Paris. Despite facing significant injuries and setbacks, Malone's determination to compete and potentially win an Olympic medal is evident as he pushes through recovery and training to achieve his goals.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Riot Platforms Inc. has made an unsolicited $950 million offer to acquire Bitfarms Ltd., a rival Bitcoin miner, after Bitfarms rejected a previous takeover attempt. Riot's offer of $2.30 per share in cash and stock represents a 20% premium over Bitfarms' pre-offer trading price. Riot has acquired a 9.25% stake in Bitfarms and plans to call for a vote to add directors to Bitfarms. This move comes amidst industry consolidation following a Bitcoin code update and would create the largest Bitcoin miner globally, significantly boosting Riot's Bitcoin production. The potential deal follows Bitfarms firing its interim CEO amid a lawsuit and Riot's plans to request a special shareholders meeting to consider new directors.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the concerning trend of the decreasing number of public companies in the U.S., as highlighted by JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon. Factors contributing to this decline include mergers, regulatory hurdles, and the availability of private capital. The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining public markets to foster entrepreneurship and innovation, suggesting solutions such as easing regulatory hurdles, incentivizing public listings, and increasing financial literacy. It argues that neglecting public markets hampers the democratic component of the U.S. economy and calls for swift action to address this decline to ensure America's position as a hub for business innovation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the upcoming busy summer of Premier League transfers for the 2024-25 season, with the transfer window opening on June 14, 2024, and closing on August 30, 2024. It provides details on player transfers in and out for all 20 Premier League clubs, including notable movements like Morgan Sanson joining Arsenal, Adam Lallana being released from Brighton and Hove Albion, and Raphael Varane leaving Manchester United.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
China Evergrande Group's liquidators are seeking investors for restructuring as the company has only made "modest realizations" of its assets, with limited liquidity and internal resources. The company's trading of shares will remain suspended until further notice, after being ordered for liquidation earlier this year due to its inability to offer a concrete restructuring plan following defaults on offshore debt.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Adam Neumann, former CEO of WeWork, has decided to end his bid to repurchase the company as it emerges from bankruptcy with a plan he considers unrealistic. Neumann's new real estate venture, Flow Global, had previously submitted a bid of over $500 million to acquire WeWork. WeWork, once valued at $47 billion, has been restructuring its real estate portfolio to reduce rent obligations following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in 2023. Neumann was ousted in 2019 amid concerns about losses and leadership issues.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Gigi Hadid showed her support for Bradley Cooper at the BottleRock festival in Napa by trying the cheesesteaks he cooked with Danny DiGiampietro, rocking out in the crowd to Stevie Nicks, and joining him on stage while he promoted his food brand and sang alongside Eddie Vedder. Their public outings together, including attending Broadway shows and meeting each other's families, have sparked romance rumors since October, with their relationship progressing to meeting each other's parents, confirming their romance in London, and enjoying Valentine's Day and other outings together.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Chinese automaker BYD unveiled its fifth generation plug-in hybrid technology at an event in Shaanxi province, achieving a record low fuel consumption of 2.9 litres per 100 km. The new technology allows for a driving range of 2,100 kilometers with a fully charged battery and full gasoline tank. BYD also introduced sedan models equipped with this technology priced from 99,800 yuan, offering potential fuel cost savings of up to 9,682 yuan annually compared to gasoline models. This move intensifies competition with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen, as Chinese EV makers like BYD are challenging Japanese automakers in international markets with their plug-in hybrid offerings.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the TipRanks Smart Score tool, which rates stocks on a scale of 1 to 10 based on a combination of AI and natural language processing. It highlights Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Alibaba (NYSE:BABA) as top-scoring stocks with Strong Buy ratings and double-digit upside potentials. Alphabet, known for Google and YouTube, has a $2.17 trillion market cap and is seeing growth in AI and advertising revenue. Alibaba, often called the 'Amazon of China,' is expanding beyond ecommerce and has a solid foundation in China's online retail market, with a recent top-line growth of 7%. Analysts see potential for further growth in both companies, with Alphabet's stock expected to rise by 20% and Alibaba's by 45%.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
The Mets are set to take on the Dodgers in a three-game series at Citi Field, with five key things to watch including the Mets building off their recent walk-off win against the Giants, J.D. Martinez facing his former team, David Peterson making his season debut against the Dodgers, Freddie Freeman's return to face the Mets, and the Mets trying to figure out how to handle Dodgers' ace Tyler Glasnow.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
Europe's largest pension fund, Stichting Pensioenfonds ABP, has sold off approximately €10 billion ($10.8 billion) in liquid assets related to oil, gas, and coal as part of its commitment to becoming more environmentally friendly. The fund has completely divested from liquid assets in fossil energy producers, with some remaining investments in oil and gas still in its portfolio, which it plans to phase out over the next few years. ABP's actions align with the finance industry's response to stricter ESG norms, emphasizing investments in companies transitioning to a sustainable economy while avoiding those that harm the climate or biodiversity.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
British athletes Katarina Johnson-Thompson, Keely Hodgkinson, Matthew Hudson-Smith, and Zharnel Hughes are among the 72-strong team named to compete at the European Athletics Championships in Rome next month. The Championships will serve as a vital preparation for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with athletes like Molly Caudery, Holly Bradshaw, Dina Asher-Smith, and others aiming to perform well and set benchmarks ahead of the Olympics. Hodgkinson and Hudson-Smith will aim to defend their European titles, while some notable athletes like Laura Muir and Josh Kerr will not compete.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the 25th anniversary of the 1999 rom-com "Notting Hill," highlighting the current whereabouts of some of its main cast members. Julia Roberts has continued her successful acting career with roles in various films and series, while Hugh Grant has also had a successful career with multiple award nominations. Rhys Ifans, who played the quirky roommate Spike, has remained active in acting, featuring in various projects. Hugh Bonneville, known for playing Bernie in the film, has starred in big movies and series like "Downton Abbey." Emma Chambers, who portrayed Honey, continued her acting career on British TV until her passing in 2018.
Source: YAHOO