Reported 6 months ago
Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard spoke out against Jaylen Brown's exclusion from the All-NBA teams, highlighting Brown's strong contributions throughout the season despite being left off the list. Pritchard pointed out the discrepancy in team success versus individual accolades, emphasizing Brown's key role in the Celtics' outstanding 64-18 record and questioning the selection criteria that favored players from teams that were eliminated earlier in the playoffs. The Celtics' focus on team achievements over personal recognition has propelled them to the Eastern Conference Finals, and they are poised to potentially secure their first championship since 2008, which would validate their collective sacrifices for the greater good of the team.
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Reported 6 months ago
Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW) stock is falling today by 5.8% following the company's first-quarter fiscal results, ending April 30, which showed sales beating expectations but earnings falling short. Snowflake's non-GAAP adjusted earnings per share were $0.14 on revenue of $828.71 million, lower than the anticipated $0.17 on revenue of $828.75 million. Despite product revenue growth and increased customers with revenue over $1 million, the net revenue retention rate declined to 128%, contributing to the stock decline. The company expects a 26.5% year-over-year growth in the second quarter, but investors may have been expecting a greater performance boost from AI-driven demand.
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Reported 6 months ago
Bayer AG's CEO, Bill Anderson, stated that the lawsuits over its Roundup weedkiller pose an "existential" threat to the company and farmers due to the potential to hinder innovation for food security. Bayer is considering a legal tactic called the Texas Two-Step bankruptcy to settle thousands of US lawsuits alleging Roundup causes cancer. The company has defended glyphosate's safety and its necessity for feeding a growing population. Bayer has already spent $10 billion of a $16 billion reserve set aside for Roundup suits.
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Reported 6 months ago
American Airlines has distanced itself from a court filing where they blamed a 9-year-old girl for not noticing a hidden camera taped to an airplane lavatory seat. The incident involved a former flight attendant accused of secretly recording girls using the lavatory by taping his iPhone to the toilet seat. Following backlash, American Airlines clarified that they do not believe the child was at fault and take the allegations against the former employee seriously. The flight attendant, Estes Carter Thompson III, has pleaded not guilty to attempted sexual exploitation of children and possession of images of child sexual abuse. Thompson faces serious charges and is set to appear in federal court in Boston in July.
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Reported 6 months ago
Stocks in the stock market slid on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average suffering its worst day in a year as Nvidia's blockbuster earnings failed to prompt a broader market rally. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite fell by about 0.4%, while the S&P 500 dropped nearly 0.8%. Nvidia's shares surged over 9%, crossing $1,000 for the first time, after surpassing Wall Street's forecasts for Q1 earnings and raising guidance. However, concerns over interest rates dominated investor sentiment following Federal Reserve minutes and strong economic data, leading to declines in the market despite Nvidia's positive performance.
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Reported 6 months ago
Former NFL star Antonio Brown has filed for bankruptcy in Florida federal court after making over $80 million in his playing career. Brown owes $3 million to eight creditors, including $1.2 million to a truck driver he assaulted in 2020. His career was marked by legal issues, including lawsuits for reckless behavior and sexual assault allegations, leading to his release from the Las Vegas Raiders and New England Patriots. Despite his controversial career, Brown won Super Bowl 55 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before retiring in 2022.
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Reported 6 months ago
Pregnant Vanessa Hudgens, expecting her first child with husband Cole Tucker, expressed her desire for her future kids to be proud of her work in an interview with E! News. She mentioned that she chose roles throughout her career with the intention of having content for her children to watch at every age, stating that she plans to show them all her work as they grow older. Hudgens recently shared photos on Instagram showcasing her baby bump, including a sweet snapshot with Tucker quoting "Angels in the Outfield."
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Reported 6 months ago
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Reported 6 months ago
Production designer Colin Gibson resurrected the motorized army of "Fury Road" for the new film "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" by bringing back iconic vehicles like the War Rig, Gigahorse, and Duff Wagon from storage in Australia. The film, starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth, features a new fleet of gas-guzzling machines and intense action sequences. Gibson's dedication to practical effects and realism, along with the challenges of creating more locations and characters, added complexity to the film. Despite some digital enhancements, the film maintains the gritty and thrilling atmosphere of the "Mad Max" series, showcasing the importance of vehicles as integral characters in the saga.
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Reported 6 months ago
Shōta Imanaga, a Japanese pitcher who recently joined the Chicago Cubs in America, shared humorous insights into his new lifestyle during an interview on "The Pat McAfee Show." Despite cultural differences, Imanaga has been adjusting well to life in the United States, finding familiar Japanese spots in Chicago, enjoying tacos, and engaging in activities like watching Japanese YouTube and researching leather shoes. He has also been able to connect with his teammates in the clubhouse, demonstrating a strong sense of humor throughout the interview.
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Reported 6 months ago
Boxer Ryan Garcia's B samples from his fight against Devin Haney have reportedly tested positive for banned PEDs, matching the results of the A samples. Garcia, who has vehemently denied intentionally using any banned substances, reacted to the news by threatening to quit boxing and claiming he would "swallow all steroids." His lawyers stated that Garcia voluntarily submitted his hair for testing, which returned negative results, suggesting contamination as the cause of the positive samples. They are currently investigating the supplements Garcia was using to determine the exact source of contamination.
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Reported 6 months ago
IFMGA guide Vinayak Malla captured terrifying footage of a cornice collapse on Mount Everest on May 21, showing climbers desperately clinging to fixed ropes after a section of the ridge crumbled due to overcrowding and soft snow conditions. Malla and his clients narrowly avoided the disaster, with four climbers self-rescuing and two still missing. Malla managed to break a new route for descending traffic, preventing further tragedy. The incident adds to the six fatalities on Everest this season, highlighting the dangers of climbing the world's highest peak in crowded conditions.
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Reported 6 months ago
Teamsters have achieved a significant victory by successfully organizing drivers at a Kroger fulfillment center in Michigan, marking the first time they have done so at a Kroger facility. The drivers at the Romulus, Michigan, center voted 3-1 to join Teamsters Local 337, covering 289 workers. This win is the first for the Teamsters at a Kroger fulfillment center, according to the union. Meanwhile, in California, the National Labor Relations Board has charged Teamsters Local 848 with threatening a worker over objections to certain union payments, highlighting ongoing labor disputes within the organization.
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Reported 6 months ago
Yahoo Sports NBA draft analysts Krysten Peek and Rob Cassidy discuss the perception of the 2024 NBA Draft class as weaker than usual, attributing it to the unpredictability and lack of clear standout players at the high school level. They highlight challenges in projecting high school talent and note the presence of European players at the top of the draft. The analysts express concerns about some top American prospects not meeting expectations in their freshman year, leading to a general sentiment of the class being difficult to predict and some top players not living up to initial hype.
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Reported 6 months ago
Despite his previous criticisms, Warriors forward Draymond Green acknowledged on "The Big Podcast with Shaq" that Rudy Gobert deserved his fourth Defensive Player of the Year award for the 2023-24 NBA season, highlighting Gobert's improved defensive game. Green, while begrudgingly admitting Gobert's potential Hall of Fame status due to his multiple Defensive Player of the Year wins, still questions if Gobert meets the traditional standards of a Hall of Famer.
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Reported 6 months ago
Nigel Dick, the director behind Britney Spears' iconic "Baby One More Time" music video, reflects on working with the then-16-year-old pop star, praising her work ethic and ability to deliver. Despite initial doubts about working with a teenage Spears, Dick trusted his instincts and collaborated with her on the video's concept, which led to its success. He also directed Spears' "Oops!... I Did It Again" video and commends her professionalism and creative input. Reflecting on Spears' career and struggles, Dick expresses admiration for her resilience in a challenging industry.
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Reported 6 months ago
Repsol SA, a Spanish oil company, has been granted a license by the US to continue operating in Venezuela past May 31, allowing them to expand their operations in the country. This decision comes as part of a process where oil firms operating in Venezuela are seeking permits from the US Treasury following the re-imposition of sanctions. Repsol recently signed a deal with state-owned Petroleos de Venezuela SA to jointly manage fields, with expectations to increase production to 20,000 barrels a day. The US aims to leverage sanctions to ensure fair presidential elections in July, with Repsol being one of the foreign oil companies assisting Venezuela's state-owned companies amidst years of gasoline shortages.
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Reported 6 months ago
Louisville police released video clips showing golfer Scottie Scheffler's car slowly crawling through a crash scene before a cop chased and arrested him, alleging he injured an officer directing traffic. Scheffler was charged with felony second-degree assault, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding police signals. The footage, though incomplete, suggests an overreaction, with a cop not capturing the initial interaction on body-cam. Despite the chaotic situation, Scheffler made it back to the golf course in time for the PGA Championships.
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Reported 6 months ago
A federal judge is considering proposed changes to Google's Android app store to prevent anticompetitive tactics following a previous ruling that found Google had created an illegal monopoly with its Play Store. Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, is pushing for sweeping changes that would require Google to make all Android apps available to competing stores and distribute rival app stores directly to consumers. Google is arguing against these changes, stating they would harm consumers and developers. The judge did not make a ruling during the hearing, but closing arguments are expected in August.
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Reported 6 months ago
Warren Buffett believes that buying a house is generally a poor investment due to overlooked costs and the tying up of funds that could be used for other investments. He personally bought his home in 1958 for $31,500 and still lives there, now worth about $1.4 million, making it his only real estate investment. Buffett emphasizes the down payment, monthly costs like interest and insurance, and the potential for higher returns in stocks compared to real estate. Financial adviser Dave Ramsey and others agree, suggesting renting as a strategic option until homeownership fits better financially.
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Reported 6 months ago
Mortgage rates dropped below 7% for the first time in over a month, with the average rate on a 30-year loan falling to 6.94%, according to Freddie Mac. Despite this decrease, the spring homebuying season has been slower than usual due to high mortgage rates, high home prices, and low inventory. Homebuyers remain cautious, as purchase mortgage applications fell by 1% this week, while refinance activity increased. Existing home sales also declined in April due to low inventory levels and rising home prices.
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Reported 6 months ago
Investing legend Rob Arnott expressed skepticism towards Nvidia's long-term market dominance, stating that the company "seems bubbly" due to its high price-to-sales ratio and profit margins, which may not be sustainable as competitors like AMD and Intel ramp up their efforts. Despite Nvidia's recent strong earnings report and bullish sentiment from Wall Street, Arnott believes that competition in the semiconductor industry will ultimately benefit consumers of artificial intelligence technology. The industry faces a 10% sales growth rate, and multiple chipmakers are racing to implement AI in their products, leading to increased demand for players like Nvidia, TSMC, ARM, Broadcom, and AMD.
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Reported 6 months ago
Gold and silver prices fell for the third consecutive day after Federal Reserve minutes revealed policymakers were willing to raise interest rates to combat inflation, causing losses for the precious metals. Gold settled at $2,337.70 an ounce, down 2.3%, while silver settled at $30.46 an ounce, a 3.3% decline. The release of the minutes led traders to anticipate a November rate cut by the Fed, resulting in higher Treasury yields and a stronger dollar, impacting the non-yielding metals negatively.
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Reported 6 months ago
Alphabet Inc. and Meta Platforms Inc. are in talks with major Hollywood studios to license content for their AI video generation software, offering significant amounts of money for partnerships. Hollywood is exploring AI to cut costs and protect content, while also navigating concerns about the technology's impact on the industry. Studios like Warner Bros. Discovery are considering limited content licensing for AI training, while Disney and Netflix are cautious. Filmmakers like Tyler Perry and Robert Zemeckis are already using AI in production, but new tools like OpenAI's Sora and Alphabet's Veo are aiming for hyper-realistic clips from brief descriptions, sparking both excitement and anxiety in Hollywood over AI's potential to reshape the industry and impact jobs.
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Reported 6 months ago
Netflix刚刚发布了另一轮观看数据。在去年第一次公布数据后，这个流媒体平台悄悄地发布了2023年下半年的见解，在星期四发布了第二份What We Watched报告，没有像上一轮那样引起太多关注。根据报告，观众从2023年7月到12月观看了Netflix的内容共计900亿小时，与上半年持平。最新报告中排名最高的影片似乎是末日片《离开世界》观看量达到1.21亿次。最观看的系列是《海贼王》，观看时长为超过50亿小时，总观看次数接近7200万次。Netflix还指出，现实版改编也带动了对《海贼王》动画电影和系列的观看。总的来说，《海贼王》的内容，除了现实版系列的观看次数外，还驱动了大约5000万次观看—与全年度二半年度的观看量相关。
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