Reported 7 months ago
Japanese 52-year-old actress Kikawada Noriko, known as a 'sex symbol,' attended a press conference for a stage play where high-definition unedited photos were leaked, revealing her true appearance with visible signs of aging like eye bags and double chin. Fans were shocked by the difference between the unedited photos and the heavily edited ones Noriko shares on Instagram. Despite some netizens criticizing her aging appearance, others defended her, acknowledging that she is in her fifties and shouldn't be judged as she was in the past.
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Reported 7 months ago
英國考古學家最近在一次尋找古代沉船殘骸時，在斯塔德蘭灣附近發現了令人毛骨悚然的中世紀墓碑。這些墓碑被認為已經在英吉利海峽底部躺了800年，保存狀態出奇地良好，其中一塊被海藻覆蓋。這些重墓碑可能是為中世紀英國社會中被尊崇的教士而設計的。考古學家正致力於將這些墓碑脫鹽並保存至明年向公眾展示，以便更多了解13世紀生活和古代石雕工藝。
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Reported 7 months ago
這篇文章在探討美國現任總統喬·拜登和前任唐納德·特朗普任內的經濟表現。文章指出就業率、國內生產總值增長和通脹等因素在每屆政府任期下的表現，並討論了在各自領導下未來的經濟形勢。
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Reported 7 months ago
Early box office projections for Inside Out 2 show that the Pixar sequel is anticipated to have a successful launch, with estimated earnings of $85 million in the U.S. and $50 million globally, totaling a $135 million global debut. If these numbers hold true, Inside Out 2 would have the biggest opening of the year in the U.S. so far, and second globally. The movie is also predicted to have the largest post-COVID opening for a Disney animated film. The sequel is set to hit United States theaters on June 14, 2024.
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Reported 7 months ago
Amid the first third of the 2024 MLB season, the previous year's major award winners are facing challenges, like AL MVP Shohei Ohtani's shift to DH, and NL MVP Ronald Acuña Jr.'s absence due to injury. The analysis of the MVP award contenders has shifted with new names emerging. In the American League, Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr., and Jose Ramírez are strong contenders. While in the National League, Mookie Betts, Bryce Harper, and Fernando Tatis Jr. lead the pack, with new faces like Will Smith and William Contreras making waves.
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Reported 7 months ago
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Reported 7 months ago
Chicago White Sox prospect Drew Thorpe, previously part of trades involving Juan Soto and Dylan Cease, is set to debut for the team, aiming to bring a spark to their season. Despite his young age and limited minor league experience, Thorpe has impressed with his pitching prowess, transitioning quickly through different organizations. After joining the White Sox, he has maintained a stellar performance with a 7-1 record and a 1.35 ERA in Double-A, showcasing his potential to make an impact in MLB. Fans can anticipate his debut against the Seattle Mariners, as he looks to continue his success in the big leagues.
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Reported 7 months ago
在法庭辯論中，Theranos創辦人伊莉莎白·荷姆斯和公司總裁拉默什·巴爾瓦尼的律師敦促聯邦上訴法院推翻他們在這家價值90億美元失敗的血液檢測初創公司詐欺投資者的定罪。荷姆斯的律師表示，審判法官不當允許前Theranos員工作為科學專家作證，並應允許荷姆斯介紹更多證據反駁另一位關鍵的控方證人。據報導，法官對雙方都提出了懷疑的問題，並未明確表明他們將如何裁決。
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Reported 7 months ago
Accenture has announced that Angie Park, who currently leads its Business and Commercial Finance division, will become the company's CFO on Dec. 1, replacing KC McClure. Park, with almost 30 years of experience at Accenture, previously served as CFO for Accenture Technology Services and Investor Relations. The company also made other internal appointments, such as appointing its Chief Executive for Technology Karthik Narain as the new chief technology officer. Accenture adjusted its fiscal-year 2024 revenue forecast in March due to economic uncertainty, projecting a growth range of 1% to 3%, down from the previous 2% to 5%. New bookings declined 2% to $21.58 billion, and revenue in the Communications, Media & Technology segment dropped by 8% year-over-year.
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Reported 7 months ago
Apple's stock surged by 7% to achieve a new record high, with analysts highlighting the low probability of it being a false breakout. Overall market volume saw a recent decline, with expectations of a return to normal levels over the summer. Meanwhile, bitcoin and ethereum experienced their worst day in five weeks, but the trend is anticipated to stabilize in the upcoming months. To stay informed on expert financial insights and market movements, watch the full episode of Asking for a Trend on Yahoo Finance.
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Reported 7 months ago
Yahoo Finance's Julie Hyman and Josh Lipton discuss key events on Wednesday, June 12, including the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and updated dot plot announcement by Fed Chair Jerome Powell at 2:30 p.m. ET, along with May's Consumer Price Index (CPI) release. Earnings reports are expected from Broadcom (AVGO), Dave & Buster's (PLAY), and Aurora Cannabis (ACB). To gain more insights and stay updated on the market, watch the full episode of Market Domination Overtime with expert analysis.
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Reported 7 months ago
Forbes' article by Atlanta-based financial planner Wes Moss suggests that retirement may be more attainable than perceived, citing a report on a possible ‘retirement crisis’ in the U.S. Moss outlines savings calculations for retirement across different timelines, with examples showing that with discipline, savings, and time, financial security can be achieved sooner than expected. The article also highlights insights from recent surveys and studies regarding Americans' concerns about retirement and the need for financial planning.
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Reported 7 months ago
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Reported 7 months ago
The Mexican peso continued to weaken as Mexico's incoming President Claudia Sheinbaum, who won the recent election, vowed to proceed with about 20 constitutional changes initiated by outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Despite attempts to reassure investors, Sheinbaum reinforced the reforms, including proposals to make judges stand for election and adding more benefit programs. The peso fell by about 1% to 18.49 to $1, marking an 11% decline against the dollar since late May. Market concerns also include a 6% GDP deficit, high inflation, and debt payments to the state-owned oil company, Pemex.
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Reported 7 months ago
蘋果在開放AI公司OpenAI簽署協議後宣布要將其強大的人工智慧模型納入其語音助手Siri中，然而蘋果發布的技術文件中清楚指出，谷歌的Tensor Processing Units（TPUs）等硬體起到關鍵作用。谷歌已經建造TPUs大約10年，並且已經公開討論了可以用於AI訓練的第五代芯片； Google在其年度開發人員大會上宣布將於今年推出第六代TPUs。這些處理器專門設計用於運行AI應用程序和訓練模型，並且Google已經圍繞它們構建了雲計算硬件和軟件平台。雖然蘋果並未討論在多大程度上依賴谷歌的芯片和軟件，但通常使用谷歌的芯片需要客戶通過其雲部門購買訪問權限，類似於客戶從Amazon的AWS或微軟的Azure購買計算時間。
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Reported 7 months ago
Despite missing fiscal fourth-quarter earnings estimates, Oracle shares are rising after announcing partnerships with Google's Cloud Platform and OpenAI to extend Microsoft's Azure AI platform. Synovus Trust Senior Portfolio Manager Dan Morgan notes that while Wall Street is overlooking the earnings figures, the focus is on the potential of Oracle's cloud infrastructure and its opportunity to cross-sell to its significant database population of around 400,000 installations, potentially significantly growing its cloud business.
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Reported 7 months ago
Walmart is impressing investors with its growth trajectory, which is heavily reliant on three key e-commerce initiatives, as revealed by Yahoo Finance. The retail giant aims to leverage artificial intelligence, advertising, and its extensive store network to boost its e-commerce profitability within the next couple of years. Despite facing tough competition from Amazon and Target, Walmart's e-commerce sales are surging again after a pandemic-induced slowdown, with a focus on AI and supply chain optimization. Additionally, the company is banking on its Walmart+ membership program and expanding advertising segment to enhance its online presence and customer base. Despite trailing Amazon in the advertising sector, Walmart's strategic moves are showing promise to gain market share and solidify its position in the e-commerce landscape.
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Reported 7 months ago
Dallas Mavericks' Luka Dončić has joined Steph Curry in a rare NBA playoff statistical feat by becoming only the second player in NBA history to achieve 65+ made 3-pointers and 30+ steals in a single playoff run. While Curry has accomplished this feat twice in his career, Dončić's style of play differs from Curry's despite sharing this statistical milestone. As the 2024 NBA Finals continue, the two players showcase their unique talents on the court, with Curry currently being the only player to have achieved this feat and also win an NBA championship in the same season.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, a viral incident on mainland China's social media showed a naked man engaging in lewd behavior with a washing machine in a shared dormitory, which was captured and shared by other residents. This outrageous incident sparked discussions online with netizens expressing disgust and concern over the cleanliness of their shared laundry facilities. The privacy and respect for personal boundaries were highlighted as the incident was widely debated on Weibo.
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Reported 7 months ago
Rolling Loud Thailand 2024 has announced its first wave of headlining performers, including A$AP Rocky, Tyla, Wiz Khalifa, and Ski Mask The Slump God, for the event scheduled on November 22-24 in Pattaya, Thailand. The festival, part of Rolling Loud’s ’24 world tour, promises more star-studded lineups to be revealed later. Tickets go on sale starting June 18 offering general admission tickets for $12,400 THB and VIP tickets for $20,000 THB.
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Reported 7 months ago
A survey conducted by Clever Real Estate revealed a significant gap in opinions between the general public and real estate agents regarding the National Association of Realtors’ commission lawsuit settlement. While 67% of consumers support the outlined changes, 70% of agents oppose them. The survey also highlighted contrasting views on the impacts of the settlement, with agents foreseeing negative consequences for business and consumer concerns ranging from increased burdens on buyers to uncertainty in the market. Despite these disparities, both groups agree that the settlement will affect future homebuyers and sellers, with differing opinions on who will benefit the most.
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Reported 7 months ago
Citi Analyst Ygal Arounian discusses the current state of the advertising industry, highlighting the strength of digital advertising as one of the strongest quarters in years. Arounian points to a boost from political spending and the Paris Olympics, noting The Trade Desk as a top performer in the digital advertising space, particularly in CTV and retail media. The article also mentions the upcoming Cannes Lions Festival as a significant event in advertising, featuring insights on the evolving landscape and factors driving the industry forward.
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Reported 7 months ago
BlackRock Inc.'s Japan unit is planning to enhance its investment options for overseas clients in Japan by increasing the number of personnel actively managing Japanese equities, including portfolio managers, analysts, and strategists. The company aims to attract foreign funds and capitalize on the changing landscape of corporate governance and decarbonization in Japan, which is expected to lead to an increase in foreign investors' asset allocation in the country. BlackRock intends to further expand its team in Japan as its business grows.
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Reported 7 months ago
在白襪隊對馬林魚的比賽中，一隻金毛獵犬瘋狂吞咽熱狗的影片走紅，吸引了將近250萬次的觀看次數。這是西雅圖水手隊在本球季第二次舉辦的寵物日活動中的一幕，讓球迷們帶著毛孩一同觀賞比賽，營造了和諧歡愉的氛圍。
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Reported 7 months ago
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