Reported 11 months ago
A National True Cost of Living Coalition survey shows that nearly half of respondents lack $500 in savings, while one in five Americans do not have an emergency fund, according to Bankrate. Financial expert Monique White advises starting saving as soon as possible, even if it's just $15, and suggests methods like automatic transfers and credit builder accounts. By tailoring savings plans to individual financial situations, individuals can establish different funds for emergencies, regular expenses, retirement, and aspirations, rather than aiming for a traditional 3 to 6-month emergency fund. Prioritizing retirement accounts and taking advantage of employer match programs are also crucial steps in preparing for future financial stability.
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Reported 11 months ago
Between (2015) Season 2 is a Canadian TV series available for streaming on Netflix. Starring Jennette McCurdy, it follows the story of a pregnant teenager in a town plagued by a mysterious illness. Season 2 explores new dynamics among characters like Wiley, Adam, Chuck, Liam, and more. To watch, users can access Netflix through different plans starting at $6.99 per month, offering ad-supported to ad-free viewing options in HD or Ultra HD on various devices. The show delves into the aftermath of a calamity that affects only those under 21, focusing on the challenges faced by survivors left to their own devices.
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Reported 11 months ago
Major League Baseball's plans to hold a series in Paris fell through due to various factors, leading to the upcoming Mets-Phillies London Series at London Stadium. MLB aims to emphasize the UK for international growth, with the London games proving successful economically and in expanding the league's global exposure. While there are no immediate plans for games in Paris, MLB continues to explore potential international locations and venues, with London being a successful base for expanding into Europe.
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Reported 11 months ago
ABB主席彼得·沃瑟表示，雖然ABB公司未見到電動化和自動化領域的放緩，但卻注意到美國補貼和補助的減少正在影響建設電動汽車充電基礎設施。他指出這需要更多的私人資金和投資，因為電動汽車需求存在，並強調電動車充電基礎設施需要私人主導的推動。沃瑟還就拜登總統對中國進口徵收關稅發表看法。
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Reported 11 months ago
美國的商務旅行已經回歸，紐約的一次行業會議上，酒店高層表示各家公司正在以比疫情前更高的水平和價格預訂商務旅行。但大型公司現在更著重於美國境內的旅行，而不再進行長途國際商務旅行。小型和中型企業在過去幾年中帶動了恢復，但大型企業的預訂量也在上升。酒店CEOs指出商務旅行的回升也推動了團體商務旅行的復甦。
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Reported 11 months ago
The spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza from poultry to cattle, and recently to humans, has sparked worry among federal and state authorities in the US. With outbreaks affecting dairy farms and a few cases in farmworkers, officials are closely monitoring the situation but believe the risk to the public is currently low. Government agencies are collaborating to combat the virus, conducting tests on cattle and implementing biosecurity measures. Despite concerns, efforts aim to contain the spread and mitigate economic impacts on farmers.
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Reported 11 months ago
Ippei Mizuhara, the ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, is set to plead guilty to bank and tax fraud in a sports betting scandal where he embezzled nearly $17 million from Ohtani. Mizuhara misused his relationship with Ohtani to steal money for sports gambling, with winning bets totaling $142 million and losing bets around $183 million. Despite no evidence of Ohtani's involvement, Mizuhara faces serious charges with up to 30 years in federal prison for bank fraud and up to three years for subscribing to a false tax return.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Logic是一家加拿大的商業和科技新聞出版物，從包括Financial Times集團風險投資部門在內的一組投資者處籌集了新的擴張資金。FT Ventures將成為這家位於多倫多的新聞公司的少數股東，該公司於2018年成立。該公司的業務模型主要基於付費訂閱，過去六個月內增長了近60％。
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Reported 11 months ago
During a recent interview, Patriots' offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt expressed his satisfaction with the development of rookie quarterback Drake Maye, the No. 3 overall pick in this year's draft. Van Pelt commended Maye for grasping the team's instructions and improving his play on the field, particularly in areas like calling plays from the huddle and maintaining rhythm while playing. Despite the positive strides, Maye is not expected to be the starting quarterback for New England in the immediate future, as current quarterback Jacoby Brissett remains in that role. However, as Maye continues to improve, it is believed he will eventually take over as the starting quarterback.
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Reported 11 months ago
Miley Cyrus is reportedly still seeking closure and hoping for a face-to-face meeting with Liam Hemsworth to fully move on from their past relationship. Despite claiming she doesn't want to reconcile, Miley feels she needs closure that Liam is unwilling to provide, as he has moved on from their relationship and doesn't see the need to revisit their past. Miley's frustration is heightened by the fact that Liam maintains close relationships with her family members, making her feel hurt by his avoidance.
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Reported 11 months ago
印度總理納倫德拉·莫迪的經濟增長目標因其政黨未能在選舉中贏得多數支持而面臨風險，這使他更依賴聯盟政府推動艱難的經濟改革。莫迪的印度人民黨在議會中獲得的席位不足以達到組建政府所需的272個多數席位，現在將被迫與盟友合作來行使權力。此次選舉結果令人意外，因為民意調查預測BJP領導的聯盟將獲得擴大多數。儘管BJP領導的政府仍可能繼續推進其基本上有利於商業的政策，但弱化的授權意味著它可能沒有足夠的政治資本來實施艱難的改革，尤其是圍繞勞動和土地法則的改革。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
The housing market faces an affordability crisis due to high mortgage rates and low inventory levels. Yahoo Finance's report discusses recent housing data, highlighting challenges for homebuyers like the ongoing unaffordability caused by mortgage rates exceeding 7% since mid-April, declining home sales, and the increasing median price of previously owned homes. While there's been a slight improvement in inventory, new home sales dropped in April, leading to Goldman Sachs revising their forecasts for home price appreciation growth downwards, anticipating a slower increase in prices despite strong demand and a healthy labor market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Halsey unveiled an emotionally raw acoustic single titled ‘The End’ as a prelude to her upcoming 5th album release, sharing personal struggles and experiences through the song and accompanying videos. The track, written and produced by Halsey, touches on themes of love, healing, and resilience while hinting at health challenges faced by the singer. The release is paired with a charitable effort benefitting the Lupus Research Alliance and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
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Reported 11 months ago
特朗普的競選團隊表示，今年5月籌集了近3億美元，受惠於小額捐助者的新支持潮，加上對億萬富豪的現有支持力量。特朗普將繼續籌集大筆億萬富豪資金，但小額捐助者的激增可能在6月逐漸平穩。特朗普將於周四前往加利福尼亞舉行與科技億萬富豪的募款活動。
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Reported 11 months ago
GameStop股票在週二早期交易中下跌，但仍然是市場上最活躍的股票之一，報告顯示證券交易委員會正在調查與這家電子遊戲零售商有關的期權交易，一名著名投資者也披露了針對這支增長強勁的名銘言股票的新押注。除此之外，E-Trade部門在內部討論了Roaring Kitty的帳戶，而《華爾街日報》報導指出美國證券交易委員會正在調查與GameStop相關的最近交易。
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Reported 11 months ago
During a cover interview with Glamour for the June 2024 issue, Lupita Nyong'o shared her dissatisfaction with movie press junkets, comparing the process to a 'torture technique.' The actress, set to star in A Quiet Place: Day One, finds it irritating to provide attention and articulate answers to different interviewers asking the same questions. Despite her dislike for interviews, Nyong'o enjoys red carpet events and discusses her journey towards self-forgiveness for not being perfect in her career and personal life.
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Reported 11 months ago
The stock market is under pressure as investors anticipate the Jobs report and the possibility of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Comerica Wealth Management CIO John Lynch predicts the Fed will hold rates until at least September due to clear messaging from economic data, emphasizing the challenge of reaching the 2% inflation target. Lynch suggests that while weak employment data is required to fuel rate cuts, a significant drop in employment could initiate a rate-cutting cycle.
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Reported 11 months ago
A fisherman in Missouri caught a northern snakehead below Wappapello Lake Spillway, the fourth ever recorded in the state. Despite trying to kill it, it survived for hours due to its ability to breathe air and stay moist. The Missouri Department of Conservation warns that the invasive fish can prey on native species and compete for resources, urging anglers to immediately kill any snakeheads caught and report them to the authorities for proper disposal.
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Reported 11 months ago
In Mexico, a two-year trend of profiting from the peso was upended by the recent presidential election shock, where Claudia Sheinbaum's victory strengthened the ruling leftist party. The peso plummeted by 5%, stocks initially fell over 6%, and risk premiums on Mexican assets surged. Investors face uncertainty as Sheinbaum's win could lead to significant legislative changes, impacting strategies in emerging-market investing and prompting a rethink of bullish recommendations on the peso.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A group of current and former workers from OpenAI are urging AI companies, including ChatGPT-maker, to safeguard employees who report safety risks associated with AI technology. They emphasize the need for stronger whistleblower protections, stating that the rapid advancement of AI systems poses risks due to the push for commercialization. The call for action, supported by AI experts like Yoshua Bengio and Geoffrey Hinton, comes amidst debates within the AI research community regarding the risks and responsible development of powerful AI systems.
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Reported 11 months ago
Michael Richards appeared on The View to discuss his 2006 racist comedy club outburst and his new memoir. Richards described feeling rage that led to the incident, explaining that he is not a normal man due to the eccentricity in his comedy. He discussed consequences, his battle with rage, and his cancer diagnosis, expressing a desire to continue living for his family. Richards acknowledged the impact of his actions and addressed the use of racial slurs in comedy clubs of the past.
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Reported 11 months ago
A Brazilian investment firm backed by Marcelo Claure is in talks with Saudi investors to launch a $600 million fund targeting Brazil's climate and energy sectors. EB Capital Gestao de Recursos Ltda, led by Eduardo Melzer, plans to raise half of the fund from Saudi Arabia to facilitate Saudi investors' entry into the Brazilian market. The move reflects mutual interest between Brazil and Saudi Arabia in expanding trade ties and investment, with Saudi Arabia seeking to diversify its economy and reduce emissions, while Brazil aims to attract capital for energy transition and agriculture projects.
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Reported 11 months ago
Sergio Perez has signed a two-year contract extension with Red Bull Racing, securing his place in the team through the 2026 Formula 1 season. Red Bull's team principal Christian Horner expressed his satisfaction with the continuity and success of the Perez-Verstappen partnership, despite recent challenges. With Perez's future confirmed, the options for Carlos Sainz as a free agent for the 2025 season are diminishing, as Mercedes also evaluates potential replacements for Lewis Hamilton.
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Reported 11 months ago
Checo Perez has signed a two-year contract extension with Red Bull Racing, securing his position in the team through the 2026 Formula 1 season. The decision aims to maintain continuity and stability within the team alongside Max Verstappen, emphasizing Perez's recent strong performances. This extension likely maintains Red Bull's driver lineup for the next two seasons, with Perez staying and Verstappen already locked into a long-term contract, while other potential changes are mentioned within the article as well.
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