Reported 8 months ago
Sean Payton, head coach of the Broncos, praised quarterback Bo Nix for being more advanced than most rookies due to his extensive playing experience at Auburn and Oregon, making him well-prepared for the NFL transition. Nix's performance during practices has impressed Payton, who highlighted his intelligence and quick learning abilities. While the Broncos have not named a starter for Week One, Nix's progress and lack of strong competition in the depth chart suggest he has a good chance of leading the team's offense as a rookie.
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Reported 8 months ago
Boeing's cash flow situation is worse than expected, according to an S&P Global Ratings analyst, after the company announced it would be cash-flow negative in 2024. Currently rated BBB- by S&P with a negative outlook, Boeing's CFO stated that the full-year cash flow for 2024 would be negative, contrary to earlier forecasts. This news is seen as a setback, with S&P focusing on the company's efforts to achieve a healthy level of aircraft production for the upcoming year.
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Reported 8 months ago
The article discusses three different scenarios presented to the Slate advice column, Dear Prudence. The first scenario involves a woman who offered to help a friend with wedding catering, but the bridezilla escalated the demands, leading to threats of a lawsuit. The second scenario involves a supervisor facing criticism from their team for being annoying, with suggestions given on how to handle the situation. Lastly, a woman is grappling with family dynamics and a decision on who should inherit a family heirloom ring, with advice given to prioritize tradition and relationships over personal feelings.
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Reported 8 months ago
After a perilous 28-day journey fleeing Iran, filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof has made it to Cannes, safe for now and eagerly awaiting the premiere of his fourth Cannes feature, "The Seed of the Sacred Fig." His film was completed despite challenges, including his collaborators being banned from leaving Iran and facing harassment from authorities. Rasoulof's work sheds light on the oppression in Iran, and he remains concerned about the safety of his cast and crew back home. The film, addressing themes of opposition and fascism in Iran, is set to premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
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Reported 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 months ago
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Reported 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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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