Reported 11 months ago
The new TV series 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' is now streaming on Disney+, set during the High Republic era about 100 years before The Phantom Menace. The show follows Jedi Master Sol and his former Padawan Osha investigating a series of murders related to inner struggles with The Force. The series, featuring stars like Lee Jung-jae and Amandla Stenberg, premieres on June 4 with the season finale on July 16, spanning 8 episodes available exclusively on Disney+.
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Reported 11 months ago
Oil algorithmic traders using trend-following algorithms exacerbated the recent crude oil selloff after OPEC's unexpected announcement to reintroduce some supplies later in the year. This led to a sharp decline in Brent crude prices, pushing trend-following trading advisers to switch from a net long to a net short position, amplifying market movements and creating challenges for physical traders. The CTAs are currently estimated to be significantly bearish in both Brent and WTI, adding pressure to the market and worsening spreads as they continue selling.
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Reported 11 months ago
Major League Baseball（MLB）自Pete Rose事件以來首次對球員實施終身禁賽。聯盟發現塞滿Marcano在2022年和2023年投注了387次棒球比賽，其中包括231次與MLB有關的投注。他在棒球上下了超過15萬美元的賭注，並在賽季結束後對洋基隊比賽下了25次賭注。此外，MLB還對其他四名球員進行了為期一年的禁賽處分，原因是在小聯盟比賽期間下注了與MLB相關的賭注。
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Reported 11 months ago
Thai Union Group Pcl, the owner of Red Lobster Management LLC, has lowered the coupon rates on its sustainability-linked bonds after meeting three ESG targets, including emissions goals. This move affects 11 billion baht ($300 million) of securities and is unique in the SLB market where issuers usually face penalties for missing targets. The company's achievement signifies a significant step in the growing market for bonds tied to environmental, social, and governance objectives, with investors closely monitoring outcomes that could impact bond prices. Thai Union's ESG accomplishments include maintaining high rankings in sustainability indexes, reducing carbon emissions, and increasing the usage of sustainable tuna sources.
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Reported 11 months ago
Halsey透過《The End》展開新專輯時代，這是一首沉思性的原聲曲，描繪他們與疾病的掙扎。在這首歌中，Halsey配合Alex G和Michael Uzowuru的協助，描述了他們多次就醫的經歷，以及因疾病而引發的抑鬱，並在伴侶中找到安全感。Halsey表示這首歌是對疾病掙扎的結束，並宣布將向白血病和淋巴瘤協會以及紅斑狼瘡研究聯盟捐款。
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Reported 11 months ago
Radiant Logistics宣佈再次收購。Seattle的Cascade Transportation成立於1982年，主要客戶包括零售商、電子商務公司、家具製造商和貿易展覽公司。Radiant表示，交易的財務條件尚未公佈，但一部分未公開的購買價格將與未來表現相關。Radiant計劃利用現有資本繼續將代理站轉換為公司擁有的地點，執行收購並進行股份回購。
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Reported 11 months ago
達拉斯牛仔傳奇球星Larry Allen的大女兒Jayla Allen在52歲生日時突然在墨西哥與家人度假時去世後發聲。Jayla在Instagram上分享了一系列照片，包括她與父親的瞬間，感嘆稱父親對家庭不遺餘力。同時，Cowboys隊發表聲明悼念Allen，並許多前隊友也紛紛發文悼念這位“溫和巨人”的球星。
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Reported 11 months ago
NFL網路的湯姆·佩利西羅：明尼蘇達維京人隊廣播接球員賈斯汀·傑佛森成為NFL歷史上最高薪非四分衛球員。
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Reported 11 months ago
During a segment on 'The Insiders,' NFL Network's Jane Slater discusses how the Dallas Cowboys could creatively manage the financial aspects of wide receiver CeeDee Lamb's new contract.
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Reported 11 months ago
Former Dallas Cowboys fullback Daryl 'Moose' Johnston reflects on the life of his teammate Larry Allen, an offensive lineman in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, in an interview on 'The Insiders' with NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport following Allen's untimely passing at the age of 52.
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Reported 11 months ago
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett asserts that the economic gap is not caused by the rich exploiting the poor but is a consequence of an advanced market-based economy. Buffett proposes expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) as a solution to address income inequality, emphasizing that other approaches like increasing the minimum wage may have adverse effects. Despite adjustments to the EITC in 2024, Buffett's comprehensive vision for the program remains unfulfilled, while bipartisan support for the Child Tax Credit (CTC) aims to uplift children out of poverty.
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Reported 11 months ago
France forward Kylian Mbappe, 25, has shared that 'things and people made me unhappy' during his final year at Paris St-Germain, where he is the club's all-time leading goalscorer. Refusing a contract extension last August led to a stand-off with PSG. Mbappe praised PSG boss Luis Enrique and adviser Luis Campos for helping him, and he looks forward to joining Real Madrid on a five-year deal, expressing excitement and humility for this new chapter.
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Reported 11 months ago
Ashley Graham, a model and advocate for size inclusivity, has released a book titled 'A Kids Book About Beauty' to empower children ages 5 to 9 to embrace themselves. She emphasizes the importance of positive self-talk and teaching her three sons about self-acceptance and healthy eating habits. Graham believes in leading by example and instilling positive ideals in children through self-love and confidence.
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Reported 11 months ago
The resurgence of meme trading sparked by a post from 'Roaring Kitty' raises questions on whether social media can be trusted for financial guidance. Yahoo Finance contributor Ross Mac analyzes the advantages and drawbacks of relying on online platforms for investment advice. He emphasizes the importance of caution, due diligence, and qualification of advice-givers when considering financial tips from social media or online forums to avoid falling prey to scams or losing money. It's crucial to assess the credibility of the source, do thorough research, and make investments wisely without risking substantial losses.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A technical glitch at the New York Stock Exchange led to trading halting on 40 stocks, including Berkshire Hathaway's class A shares inaccurately displayed as plummeting 99.9%. The article discusses market guardrails like market wide circuit breakers, limit up/limit down pauses, and clearly erroneous trades implemented to prevent unnecessary volatility. A breakdown of these safety measures and how the stock exchange detects and handles issues is provided, with insights on recent incidents and actions taken by exchanges to maintain market integrity.
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Reported 11 months ago
儘管在過去一個月大幅下降，但房屋貸款利率仍遠高於7%，前瞻下一次美國就業報告和聯邦儲備委員會政策制定者下次會議。根據HousingWire的Mortgage Rates Center顯示，30年定期貸款平均利率在週二為7.23%，與一週前僅下跌2個基點，與過去一年相比，30年利率從6.88%上升至今年的 6.94%。最新的10年期美國國債利率波動，以及去年與今年之間的息差改善，影響了貸款利率。聯邦勞工局預計將於周五公佈5月份的就業報告，預測當月新增19萬個職位，失業率預計將保持在3.9%。聯邦公開市場委員會將於6月11-12日舉行會議並公佈經濟預測摘要。預計聯儲局不會改變基準利率，預期2024年的多次利率下調預期已破滅。
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Reported 11 months ago
来自缅因州的蓝移航天公司计划从明年开始从东北部最偏远的地方发射小卫星，以将缅因州变成商用纳米卫星发射的中心。公司已经进行了超过三年的努力，并最近成功进行了一轮筹资，使商业亚轨道发射计划有望在2025年开始。蓝移公司的CEO兼创始人Sascha Deri表示，目前小型卫星市场依赖大型公司（如埃隆·马斯克的SpaceX）部署卫星，导致等待时间过长。从缅因州发射小型卫星可以改变这一现状。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In the latest April's US Job Opening and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), a decline in job openings to 8.06 million was reported, the lowest since February 2021. Bankrate Senior Economic Analyst Mark Hamrick notes that this normalization reflects the economy's process post-pandemic disruptions, indicating a relatively healthy post-COVID stabilization. He mentions the Federal Reserve's focus on stable prices, attributing the inflation to supply chain disruptions rather than wage gains. Hamrick expects one to two rate cuts by the end of the year, highlighting that there's a long way to go before reaching that point.
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Reported 11 months ago
Kristaps Porzingis is likely to make his return in Game 1 for the Boston Celtics after being sidelined for over a month with a calf injury. Although there is some uncertainty surrounding his condition, Porzingis' comeback is crucial for the Celtics as they face the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals, providing them with a key player for both offense and defense. The Celtics plan to keep his status as a game-time decision until the official practice open to the media on Wednesday.
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Reported 11 months ago
The article provides a comprehensive list of past winners of the U.S. Open golf tournament from 1895 to the present day, including details on the scores, venues, and champions of each year's event. Notable champions like Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Ben Hogan are highlighted, showcasing the tournament's rich history and prestigious winners at courses such as Torrey Pines, Winged Foot, and Pebble Beach.
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Reported 11 months ago
A Redfin survey shows that 91% of Gen Z adults prioritize housing affordability as their top voting issue for the upcoming 2024 election, influenced by high mortgage rates and low inventory levels. Redfin's Chief Economist emphasizes the need for increasing supply to sustainably address affordability, noting that short-term rental affordability may improve in areas with growing inventory. Homebuyers are advised to prioritize affordability when making purchase decisions in the current market environment, as the housing market continues to face challenges amidst inflation pressures.
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Reported 11 months ago
Major League Baseball has issued a lifetime ban to San Diego Padres' Tucupita Marcano for betting on baseball games involving his own team while injured in the 2023 season, placing over 387 bets totaling $150,000. Marcano lost every parlay involving the Pittsburgh Pirates, the team he was on, winning only 4.3% of his MLB bets. Four other players were suspended for one year for gambling on baseball. This incident is part of a series of recent gambling scandals in various sports leagues.
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Reported 11 months ago
Mexico's incoming administration, led by Finance Minister Rogelio Ramírez, has committed to lowering the federal budget deficit from nearly 6% to about 3% of GDP in the upcoming years to address the recent financial turmoil. The Mexican peso and stock markets experienced significant declines, prompting efforts to stabilize the economy, including promises to improve the financial situation of Petroleos Mexicanos. However, analysts express doubts on the feasibility of achieving a rapid deficit reduction, which may impact Mexico's sovereign debt rating. Claudia Sheinbaum, the presidential candidate of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's Morena party, won the recent election, potentially signaling changes that could impact democratic institutions and business environment in Mexico.
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Reported 11 months ago
After the NY Rangers' loss to the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final, players shared insights on the season's end. Adam Fox revealed playing through a knee injury during the playoffs, despite underperformance. Chris Kreider remains optimistic about the team's championship potential, while Vincent Trocheck acknowledged Igor Shesterkin's outstanding play. Coach Peter Laviolette expressed disappointment with falling short of their Stanley Cup goal, highlighting the belief and determination within the organization to achieve success in the future.
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