Reported 5 months ago
The Biden administration expressed strong support for an independent Federal Reserve in response to reports that former President Trump is considering ways to exert more control over U.S. monetary policy. In a blog post by the White House Council for Economic Advisors, the historical evidence supporting central bank independence was emphasized, highlighting the importance of avoiding political influence on monetary policy to effectively control inflation. This stance aligns with the views of economists, previous statements by CEA chair Jared Bernstein, and ongoing efforts by Fed Chair Jerome Powell to combat inflation. Trump has criticized current President Biden over inflation and speculated that Powell may lower interest rates to benefit Biden's reelection, despite the Fed's target of 2% inflation. The Fed's independence is credited with successfully managing inflation while minimizing harm to the labor market.
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Reported 5 months ago
Draymond Green discussed how the Golden State Warriors could have matched up against Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant’s Los Angeles Lakers in a recent podcast with O’Neal. Green expressed confidence in the Warriors' defensive schemes but acknowledged the challenge of guarding O’Neal. The two players debated back and forth on potential matchups and strategies, ultimately reaching no definitive conclusion on who would win in a hypothetical seven-game series.
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Reported 5 months ago
Tyrese Maxey missed out on a spot in the 2023-24 All-NBA Team, receiving 16 total points but falling short of making the cut. Despite a successful season with the Philadelphia 76ers, including his first All-Star appearance, Maxey did not secure the All-NBA recognition that would have made him eligible for a higher salary extension. The article highlights Maxey's growth under coach Nick Nurse and his potential to become a key player alongside Joel Embiid, with Embiid expressing confidence in Maxey's ability to achieve further success in the future.
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Reported 5 months ago
Boeing is aiming for a June 1 launch of its Starliner spacecraft with a crew aboard, delayed due to a helium leak in the propulsion system. The leak, traced to a valve component, has prompted NASA and Boeing to conduct further tests and investigations into the spacecraft's propulsion system. The mission, carrying NASA astronauts, is a critical step before certifying Starliner for regular trips to the International Space Station, with additional launch opportunities on June 2, 5, and 6 available if needed.
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Reported 5 months ago
Options traders are heavily shorting volatility in India's market, with a strategy focused on betting that Indian stock indices will move within small ranges. This approach involves selling options while long-only funds and retail investors buy contracts for speculative bets or market protection. The strategy has been profitable amid India's rising wealth and global asset managers' shift towards Indian equities, but it carries risks of significant losses during sudden large market movements. The practice has gained attention after Jane Street Group's success and legal actions related to trading strategies involving Indian options. Traders are also profiting from offering to buy and sell a range of options, mainly focusing on shorting volatility, writing puts, and writing calls.
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Reported 5 months ago
Oil prices fell for the fourth consecutive day as concerns over potential U.S. interest rate hikes due to rising inflation weighed on the market. Brent crude futures dropped by 0.3% to $81.63 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 0.5% at $77.14. The Federal Reserve's meeting minutes suggested a possibility of further rate hikes if inflation risks materialize, impacting oil demand. Additionally, an increase in U.S. crude stocks and soft refinery demand globally added pressure to the market. Russia also reported exceeding its OPEC+ production quota in April.
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Reported 5 months ago
The article discusses how Nvidia's latest earnings report and stock split have fueled optimism for the artificial intelligence (AI) computing sector, leading to a surge in AI-related stocks like Super Micro Computer, Dell Technologies, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. Nvidia's positive results, coupled with the announcement of a 10-for-1 stock split, have pushed its stock price above $1,000 for the first time, with expectations of adding over $100 billion in market value. Analysts believe that the demand for AI computing is expanding across various industries, indicating a strong future for the sector.
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Reported 5 months ago
New Zealand central bank Governor Adrian Orr stated that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) would only consider hiking interest rates further if necessary to control inflation expectations. Orr emphasized that another rate hike would be significant only if inflation expectations were escalating due to actual inflation persistence, and the RBNZ aims to bring inflation down to the 1-3% target band. The RBNZ recently held its benchmark rate at 5.5% but hinted at a potential future hike, with Orr expressing confidence in managing inflation without causing a surge in expectations.
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Reported 5 months ago
South Korea plans to maintain its ban on short-selling until a system is developed to detect illegal trading activities, as announced by a senior official at the presidential office. The ban, initially set to expire by the end of June, may extend further as the system is still in early stages of development. The government imposed the ban in November to curb "rampant" naked shorting, and while there are hopes for a partial resumption of the strategy, it will likely be contingent on the establishment of a centralized monitoring system by the Korea Exchange to prevent irregularities.
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Reported 5 months ago
The article discusses how steadily rising service prices in Japan, indicated by sectors such as haircuts and dry cleaning, are contributing to the case for the Bank of Japan (BOJ) to consider another policy normalization step. Around 60% of major service providers surveyed in March indicated price increases or considerations for April. This trend in service inflation is seen as a significant factor influencing potential policy changes by the BOJ, potentially resulting in small rate hikes as early as July or thereafter. The upcoming release of April data is awaited to provide further insights, especially regarding consumer prices excluding fresh food.
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Reported 5 months ago
Warriors' Steph Curry and Kings' Domantas Sabonis have been voted onto the All-NBA Third Team for the 2023-24 season, with Curry achieving his 10th All-NBA team selection and Sabonis earning his second consecutive nod. Other notable players like Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, and Anthony Edwards were also recognized, while key players such as Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey did not make the cut. The All-NBA teams this season were positionless, with the First Team including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic, the Second Team featuring Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard, and the Third Team comprising players like Devin Booker and LeBron James.
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Reported 5 months ago
The 1991 action film "Company Business," directed by Nicholas Meyer and starring Gene Hackman and Mikhail Baryshnikov, is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The movie follows retired CIA agent Sam Boyd as he conducts a prisoner exchange with the KGB, only to realize that something is amiss and goes on the run. Viewers can watch "Company Business" on Amazon Prime Video by signing up for a membership, either as part of an Amazon Prime subscription or standalone for Prime Video.
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Reported 5 months ago
Former Toronto Maple Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe has been hired by the New Jersey Devils to lead their young team, aiming to transform them into Stanley Cup contenders. Keefe, who had success with the Leafs, will now work with young forwards Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier in New Jersey. The Devils hope that Keefe's coaching style and experience will help improve their team's performance, especially in areas like goaltending that were problematic in the previous season.
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Reported 5 months ago
Warriors' Steph Curry and Kings' Domantas Sabonis have been voted to the All-NBA Third Team for the 2023-24 season, with Curry achieving his 10th All-NBA Team selection, setting a franchise record for the Warriors, and becoming the 26th player in NBA history to earn double-digit honors. Other notable players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James were featured in the First and Third Teams, respectively, with LeBron James holding the record for the most All-NBA nods at 20.
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Reported 5 months ago
New York Knicks' guard Jalen Brunson was named to the All-NBA Second Team for the 2023-24 season, receiving 37 first-place votes and 61 second-place votes for a total of 368 points. He had a standout season, leading the Knicks to success with career-high averages of 28.7 points and 6.7 assists per game. Brunson was just behind Jayson Tatum in points for the First Team, which also included players like Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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Reported 5 months ago
The NCAA and Power Five conferences have approved a $2.8 billion settlement in three antitrust cases, marking a monumental shift towards direct athlete compensation. The agreement includes back damages, future athlete revenue-sharing, and potential changes to governance, enforcement, and scholarship structures. This move, expected to bring stability to college sports, will see athletes receiving over $15 billion in new compensation over a decade. The settlement allows schools to share revenue with athletes up to a quasi-salary cap, with potential additional costs of $200-$300 million per school over the agreement's duration. The settlement also addresses enforcement, governance, and Title IX issues, with opposition from non-power conferences and calls for a more comprehensive, athlete-focused solution.
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Reported 5 months ago
The article from BuzzFeed highlights various personal experiences of individuals realizing they were being scammed, ranging from fake phone calls to fraudulent online schemes. Stories include encounters with scammers posing as police officers, fake office supply companies, bogus contractors, and more. The anecdotes serve as cautionary tales to raise awareness about the deceptive tactics scammers use to trick people into giving away money or personal information.
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Reported 5 months ago
The article from BuzzFeed discusses various instances where individuals realized they were being scammed, ranging from fake phone calls claiming emergencies to elaborate online schemes. People shared experiences like receiving counterfeit money orders, falling for fake computer security scams, and encountering fraudulent contractors. The article highlights the importance of being vigilant and cautious in the face of potential scams, urging readers to be aware of deceitful tactics used by scammers.
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Reported 5 months ago
Jayson Tatum from the Boston Celtics was selected to the All-NBA First Team for the third consecutive year, marking a significant achievement as the first Celtics player since Larry Bird to achieve this feat. However, his teammate Jaylen Brown was notably snubbed from the All-NBA teams despite his strong performance throughout the season. The Celtics are currently in the Eastern Conference Finals and are aiming for their first championship since 2008.
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Reported 5 months ago
49ers stars Brock Purdy and Nick Bosa share their reactions to the potential 18-game NFL season. Purdy is open to the idea but suggests adding a second bye week for better rest, while Bosa expresses skepticism and questions the need for additional games, preferring the current 16-game format. Both players acknowledge the physical and mental toll of a longer season and the mixed reactions within the league, with Bosa also mentioning the need to shorten the offseason program if an 18-game season were to be implemented.
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Reported 5 months ago
Singapore maintained its economic growth outlook for 2024, with a forecasted GDP growth of 1% to 3%, citing improving prospects in the US and China despite global risks like geopolitical tensions and diverging monetary policies. The first-quarter expansion was stronger than expected at 0.1%, with year-on-year growth of 2.7%. The government anticipates benefits from US and China growth, robust travel demand, but notes risks from geopolitical tensions and monetary policy desynchronization globally. The Monetary Authority of Singapore kept its policy unchanged, focusing on maintaining exchange rate stability to manage inflation. Singapore faces challenges such as high living costs, talent concerns, and technological disruptions.
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Reported 5 months ago
Denver Nuggets MVP center Nikola Jokić, alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Dončić, headlined the All-NBA teams announced, with Jokić and Gilgeous-Alexander being unanimous first-team selections. The teams also included players like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant. This selection opens up lucrative contract extension opportunities for players like Dončić and Gilgeous-Alexander, with Dončić potentially signing the richest contract in NBA history.
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Reported 5 months ago
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has reduced its exposure to investments in China to 5% of its assets, down from 10% in 2022, due to higher risks in the country. The fund's CEO mentioned that their strategy in China remains the same, but they are more cautious with their investments. Other Canadian institutional investors are also adjusting their strategies in China amid concerns about economic and policy risks and strained international relations. CPPIB's Asia Pacific investments returned only 0.1% during the fiscal year, with the region now representing 21% of its portfolio, down from 26% two years ago. The fund is expected to become more active in dealmaking over the next 12 months.
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Reported 5 months ago
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker delivered a controversial commencement address at Benedictine College, addressing topics such as opposition to abortion, LGBTQ pride, and more, which received mixed reactions. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid defended Butker's character while acknowledging disagreements with his views, emphasizing diversity within the team. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell highlighted the league's acceptance of diverse opinions. Despite the controversy, the Chiefs have faced several off-field issues but remain focused on their goals.
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Reported 5 months ago
Yankees principal owner Hal Steinbrenner expressed concern over the team's current payroll, stating that it is financially unsustainable for them. With a payroll of about $312 million, the third-highest in MLB, Steinbrenner mentioned the need to reduce costs as several contracts expire at the end of the season, freeing up over $50 million. Despite this, he emphasized the importance of balancing veteran players' salaries with investments in player development, indicating that the team may not surpass the $300 million mark in the future. This financial situation could impact the Yankees' pursuit of players like Juan Soto, although they have young talent in their system to help fill roster spots.
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