Reported 4 months ago
KFC has introduced a new menu item for the summer season called Tropical Passionfruit Lemonade, made with a blend of tropical fruit flavors including passionfruit and pomegranate. This refreshing drink is available alongside KFC's fried chicken and sides, with other variants like Tropical Passionfruit Starry and Tropical Passionfruit Tea also on offer. The new drink will be available at KFC restaurants nationwide starting June 10 for a limited time, adding an exciting option for summer road trip stops.
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Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses how the Edmonton Oilers, led by players Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, have found success on the ice, reaching the Western Conference Finals, while also thriving off the ice with the development of the ICE District, a mixed-use sports and entertainment area. The Oilers have generated significant revenue and value, with the ICE District becoming a focal point in the city attracting fans and investors. The development was part of owner Daryl Katz's vision to create a vibrant downtown core, showcasing the success of the arena and surrounding area to other sports industry leaders.
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Reported 4 months ago
"The Beach Boys" documentary on Disney+ explores the band's evolution from a vocal group selling a California fantasy to rock stars commanding stadium crowds, but ends before delving into their rock-star days. The film accurately documents every personnel change within the band, but primarily focuses on their Sixties origin story, leaving out tragedies like Dennis Wilson's drowning and Carl Wilson's death. The documentary offers a nostalgia trip with fresh interviews and rare footage, highlighting tensions within the band and their enduring impact on American music.
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Reported 4 months ago
Fans of Taco Bell will soon be able to enjoy the return of the limited-edition Big Cheez-It Tostada and Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap at Taco Bell locations nationwide starting June 6, with early access via the Taco Bell app on May 30. Originally introduced in 2022 during a test run in Irvine, California, these menu items feature an "eye-catching Cheez-It square" topped with Taco Bell’s seasoned beef, sour cream, tomatoes, lettuce, and cheddar cheese or a giant Cheez-It cracker, and will only be available until July 17. Fans are eagerly anticipating this release, with social media buzzing about the upcoming drop.
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Reported 4 months ago
Liv Tyler, daughter of Bebe Buell and Steven Tyler, learned about her paternity at age 10, initially being raised by Buell and her stepfather Todd Rundgren. Liv later developed a close relationship with Steven, changing her last name to Tyler. She also has three half-siblings and admires both of her unconventional parents, highlighting the unique perspectives they've provided her. Liv is now a mother herself and enjoys a strong bond with her extended family, including Steven, whom she refers to as "Papa Stevie" and shares happy memories with their three grandchildren.
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Reported 4 months ago
Ulta Beauty, a retailer catering to the beauty market, has seen its stock price decline by 22% year to date, despite strong historical performance. This drop is attributed to concerns about slowing growth in retail locations, leading to the stock trading at its cheapest level in years. The company's focus on a niche market with a robust omnichannel strategy has resonated with shoppers, but recent slowing comparable-sales growth has raised investor concerns. With a low price-to-earnings ratio and strong historical earnings growth, the article suggests that now could be a good time to invest in Ulta Beauty for long-term growth potential.
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Reported 4 months ago
The 2024 Paris Olympics soccer tournaments have been drawn, with the men's competition featuring teams like the USMNT, France, and Argentina, while the women's tournament includes the USWNT and Canada. In the men's tournament, teams like Brazil and Germany did not qualify, making France and Argentina the favorites. The USWNT faces a tough group with Germany, Australia, and Zambia. Matches will be held across different cities in France, with the finals at the Parc des Princes in Paris. The Olympics kick off on July 24, with the men's final on August 9 and the women's final on August 10.
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Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses Warren Buffett's significant purchases for Berkshire Hathaway in the last quarter, highlighting that some of his biggest investments, including shares of Berkshire Hathaway itself and Treasury bills, do not appear in the portfolio holdings reported to the SEC. Buffett has been consistently buying back Berkshire shares each quarter and has added over $21 billion to the company's Treasury bills recently. Despite selling some Apple shares, his Treasury bill holdings have increased significantly, reflecting his cautious approach to investing given the current market conditions.
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Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the benefits of shredding cabbage at home rather than buying pre-shredded bags, which can be expensive and come in large sizes. It suggests using a mandoline slicer for a quicker, cheaper, and neater option to shred cabbage efficiently. The mandoline slicer creates thin and evenly sized shreds, making it easier to incorporate cabbage into various dishes. Additionally, chilling the cabbage before shredding helps maintain its crisp texture, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.
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Reported 4 months ago
The article ranks the top 10 fantasy baseball prospects for the 2024 season, focusing on players in the minors with prospect eligibility. Standout prospects include James Wood of the Washington Nationals, Junior Caminero of the Tampa Bay Rays, and Jackson Holliday of the Baltimore Orioles. Players like Coby Mayo of the Orioles and Orelvis Martinez of the Toronto Blue Jays are facing setbacks due to injuries or poor performance, impacting their potential fantasy contributions.
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Reported 4 months ago
In the finale of "Jurassic World: Chaos Theory," it is revealed that Brooklynn does not die as previously believed, but instead loses her left arm in an Allosaurus attack and remains alive. The Nublar Six confronts a smuggling ring, with the season ending on a cliffhanger as they board the adversaries' ship. Despite the challenges she faces, Brooklynn continues her search for the truth.
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Reported 4 months ago
Major retailers, including Walmart and Target, are intensifying their discounting efforts heading into the summer of 2024 to attract inflation-weary shoppers. The discounts, mainly on groceries, aim to provide relief to consumers struggling with higher prices for basic necessities amidst the ongoing inflation. Companies like Walmart, Target, Aldi, and Arko Corp. are offering price cuts on various products, focusing on essential items that people use daily. These aggressive price reductions are a response to consumers becoming more price-conscious and selective in their purchases, looking for deals and store brands over more expensive national brands.
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Reported 4 months ago
Adani Enterprises Ltd., part of Gautam Adani's conglomerate, has received board approval to raise $2 billion, while Adani Energy Solutions Ltd. has approval for $1.5 billion fundraising. These funds will be raised through methods like share sales, with approvals still needed from shareholders. This move signals an increase in capital spending by the Adani Group, which has raised $6 billion since January 2023 and is looking to expand aggressively after facing challenges from a short-seller attack last year. The conglomerate aims to broaden its shareholder base and strengthen its global presence by attracting international investors.
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Reported 4 months ago
Francois Villeroy de Galhau, a member of the European Central Bank's Governing Council, stated that the ECB should not dismiss the possibility of a second interest rate cut in July, contrary to other officials who are hesitant about consecutive cuts. Villeroy emphasized the importance of maintaining flexibility and data-driven decision-making, suggesting that the ECB should keep its options open for potential rate adjustments beyond June. Despite market caution and differing opinions among policymakers, Villeroy believes that the ECB has room for further easing and is not committed to a specific pace of rate reductions.
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Reported 4 months ago
ARK Invest's flagship innovation ETF, ARKK, has experienced significant losses, with individual holdings dropping as much as 93%. The fund has underperformed the stock market overall, and only one of its top 10 holdings is in positive territory. Some of the biggest losers in the ARKK ETF include stocks like Roku, Zoom Video, and Teladoc Health, with losses ranging from 59.9% to 93.4%. Despite managing $6.3 billion in assets, down from a peak of $28 billion, the ETF continues to struggle with losses while the Nasdaq 100 index has seen gains.
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Reported 4 months ago
Vanguard is praised for its shareholder-friendly policies and diverse fund options, making it a top choice for long-term investors. The article highlights 10 best Vanguard funds for most individual investors, including the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard International High Dividend Yield Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard Value Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard Health Care Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund ETF Shares, Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF Shares, and Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF Shares. These funds offer low expense ratios, strong performance, and exposure to various market sectors, making them suitable for different investor preferences and goals.
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Reported 4 months ago
Ryan Sutter recently reunited with his wife Trista after sparking concern with cryptic social media posts. The couple, known from The Bachelorette, shared a family photo on Instagram during a tropical vacation, reassuring followers that their relationship is strong. Previously, Ryan had posted messages hinting at a temporary separation due to Trista's personal journey, but the recent post expressed joy and gratitude for their reunion. Trista also joked about the situation in a post, confirming she is safe and happy. The couple met on The Bachelorette in 2003 and have been married since then.
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Reported 4 months ago
The European Central Bank's Chief Economist Philip Lane stated that the full impact of the ECB's rate-hiking measures has not been fully felt yet, with the effects on inflation expected to be backloaded and significant pass-through anticipated in the future. Lane mentioned that the current disinflation process is likely to continue into next year, aligning with the goal of inflation stabilization at 2% and a strong economic recovery. Despite uncertainties like wage growth and geopolitical tensions, Lane emphasized the need for the ECB to maintain a restrictive policy stance throughout 2024.
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Reported 5 months ago
In preparation for the Atlantic hurricane season, Florida community foundations are establishing permanent disaster funds to support nonprofits and residents in times of crisis. The Miami Foundation has created the Miami Disaster Resilience Fund, while the Community Foundation Martin-St. Lucie is launching its Local Disaster Relief Fund. These funds allow for quick deployment of resources before, during, and after a disaster, ensuring immediate assistance for those affected. This proactive approach aims to save lives and money by focusing on preparedness and mitigation efforts.
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Reported 5 months ago
Nvidia recently announced a 10-for-1 stock split, becoming the 8th company this year to do so, following Walmart and Chipotle. Stock splits, although not impacting a company's value, are historically bullish according to Bank of America, with average returns one year later at 25%. This move indicates strength in the business, making shares more accessible and increasing liquidity. Bank of America identified 36 S&P 500 companies potentially ripe for stock splits, with eight having share prices over $1,000, including Booking Holdings and NVR Inc.
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Reported 5 months ago
Ravens' quarterback Lamar Jackson expressed a lack of concern about facing the Chiefs in the opening game of the 2024 season, despite the previous playoff loss to them. Jackson emphasized that their ultimate goal is to reach the Super Bowl and that beating the Chiefs in the regular season won't significantly impact that goal. He highlighted the importance of accumulating wins to secure a playoff spot and potentially reach a similar position as before. Jackson's focus remains on achieving success and not on the opponent in the season's first game.
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Reported 5 months ago
Recent accidents involving remote-controlled locomotives, such as one in Buffalo where a young boy was severely injured, have sparked new federal reviews and calls for increased safety measures in the railroad industry. As railroads expand their use of remote operations to cut costs, accidents involving pedestrians and rail workers have raised concerns about the safety of these trains, especially when running outside traditional rail yard environments. The industry insists remote trains are safe, but concerns remain about the lack of onboard personnel like engineers to ensure timely interventions in emergencies, which has led to tragic incidents and prompted federal agencies to reevaluate the technology's safety standards.
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Reported 5 months ago
Bad weather forced the cancellation of Jack Harlow's Gazebo Festival's second day in Louisville. The festival, featuring artists like Slum Village, Amaarae, and PinkPantheress, was shut down for the safety of attendees, artists, and staff due to hazardous conditions. Refunds will be issued to ticket holders, with Sunday ticket holders receiving a full refund and weekend ticket holders receiving a 50% refund within 30 days.
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Reported 5 months ago
Zimbabwe announced that over half of its population, totaling 9 million people, will require food assistance until March due to a drought caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon that devastated the nation's corn crop. This marks a 17% increase from their previous estimate and the country is seeking $3.3 billion in aid to feed its people, with a current appeal of $429.3 million for 3.1 million individuals. The El Niño-induced dry spell has severely impacted corn production across southern Africa, resulting in significant crop failures and food shortages in countries like Zimbabwe, South Africa, Malawi, and Zambia.
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Reported 5 months ago
S&P Global warns that China's recent measures to boost the property market could increase risks for banks in lower-tier cities. The stimulus, including lower down payment requirements and removal of mortgage rate floors, may drive up property demand but also lead to higher leverage and potential mortgage defaults in tier-three cities. This could result in a 14% decline in property prices in these cities by 2025, causing some homebuyers to fall into negative equity situations and possibly default on mortgages, requiring banks to pursue additional assets to cover losses.
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