Reported 11 months ago
Alphabet的Google與擴增實境初創公司Magic Leap正在建立戰略技術合作夥伴關係，共同致力於打造融合實體與數位世界的沉浸式體驗。Magic Leap在一篇部落格文章中宣布，兩家公司已達成合作夥伴關係，並強調將結合Magic Leap在光學和設備製造方面的專業知識與Google的技術平台。此合作可能帶來消費者擴增實境設備，而Google也與三星電子展開合作開發混合現實技術。
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Reported 11 months ago
Salesforce shares plummeted following disappointing first-quarter earnings, leading to potential losses exceeding $40 billion in value. The company, led by CEO Marc Benioff, is transitioning by investing in AI technologies, cutting costs, raising prices, and implementing shareholder-friendly measures. Despite a 44% increase in earnings to $2.44 per share and revenue growth to $9.13 billion, software bookings grew only 2%, prompting adjusted price targets by analysts like D.A. Davidson and Citigroup due to weaker-than-expected results.
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Reported 11 months ago
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Reported 11 months ago
李洵(NBC體育)在2024年5月30日星期四，8點34分AM發表文章，指出李洵聯繫教練傑斯·格拉巴，告知從醫生那裡獲得好消息，她準備好回歸訓練。李洵是東京奧運全能金牌得主，於2023年初被診斷出患有兩種腎疾病而休養了幾個月，又在年底停止體操訓練數個月，但去年底以來一直處於緩解期。此週在德克薩斯州沃思堡舉行的Xfinity U.S.冠軍賽，李洵有望首次從事四項項目的全能(各種器械)運動，此為她自東京比賽以來首次。
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Reported 11 months ago
Kohl's Corp. experienced its steepest drop in stock value ever after reporting disappointing first-quarter results and reducing its guidance for the year. The retail chain's comparable sales fell 4.4%, missing analyst estimates, despite offering significant discounts. The company attributed the decline to economic pressures on middle-income customers, despite steady spending from high-income customers. Kohl's is striving to attract customers through partnerships with brands like Sephora, but the results did not meet expectations. The disappointing results highlight consumers' current emphasis on value and selectivity in spending behavior, as seen in the performance of other retailers like Foot Locker Inc., Dollar General Inc., Best Buy Co., and Burlington Stores Inc.
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Reported 11 months ago
The French Open has prohibited alcohol consumption in stands and increased security measures following a series of rowdy incidents, including Belgian player David Goffin claiming a fan spat chewing gum at him. With spectators now only allowed to drink in designated areas, tournament director Amelie Mauresmo emphasized the need for respect towards players and the game, with a focus on curbing unruly behavior and maintaining a positive atmosphere at the Roland Garros. Various players have voiced concerns about disruptive crowds, prompting stricter rules and crowd management approaches to ensure a more pleasant experience for all.
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Reported 11 months ago
MLB umpire Ángel Hernández, known for controversial calls and poor performance, retired this week after over three decades in the league. Despite criticism from players and fans, including a lawsuit for racial discrimination in 2017, Hernández's retirement was not forced. His departure marks the end of a long tenure characterized by missed calls and public backlash, with MLB keeping him out of high-profile games for years. The unique case illuminates the challenges faced by umpires in a thankless job. In other news, the NCAA is considering allowing power conference schools to display corporate logos on football fields and jerseys, aiming to offset costs related to athlete compensation.
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Reported 11 months ago
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito refused to recuse himself from cases related to Jan. 6 or the 2020 election despite controversy over flags flown at his homes, claiming his wife, not him, displayed them. Meanwhile, Trump's hush money trial jury has started deliberations, more than 280,000 Texans are still without power after storms, and Amazon Prime announces a new perk of a complimentary Grubhub+ subscription for its 180 million members. In entertainment news, Disney releases a teaser for 'Moana 2.'
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Reported 11 months ago
Josh McCown, the quarterbacks coach for the Vikings, reflected on his time with the Panthers last year and the challenges involved in coaching rookie quarterbacks like Bryce Young. McCown emphasized the ongoing learning curve that exists for quarterbacks transitioning to the NFL and expressed the importance of managing expectations and providing necessary support to players in their first season in the league. McCown will now be mentoring another first-round pick, J.J. McCarthy, with the Vikings, aiming to ease the learning process for the young quarterback.
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Reported 11 months ago
Kathy Griffin, speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, shared how she is coping with her divorce from estranged husband Randy Bick, saying she takes it 'one day at a time' and appreciates being on tour which helps distract her mind. Griffin filed for divorce in December, with court documents citing 'irreconcilable differences' and no request for spousal support. The article also mentions Griffin's previous marriage to Matt Moline and her current relationship with Randy Bick.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
投資者鼓勵Foot Locker（FL）向正確方向邁出一步。周四上午，執行長Mary Dillon稱Q1是“年度的良好開始”，公司的“Lace Up Plan”包括改善數字業務、店面體驗、忠誠度和品牌建設等努力，似乎正在展現初步的成果。同店銷售下降1.8％，優於華爾街預期的1.93％下降。收入為188億美元，優於預期的189億美元，調整後每股盈利為0.22美元，超過估計的0.12美元。公司重申其2024年的指引，預計同店銷售將增長1％至3％，而整體銷售預計將在1％的下降和1％的增長之間。公司預計全年每股盈利將在1.50美元至1.70美元之間。
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Reported 11 months ago
Foot Locker因向正確方向邁進而受到投資者獎勵。CEO Mary Dillon稱第一季是“新一年的穩健開局”，股價在星期四早上飆升近20%。公司的“綁鞋計畫”旨在改善數位業務、店面體驗、忠誠度和品牌建設等方面，似乎初見成效。同店銷售下降1.8％，好於華爾街預期的1.93％下降。收入達18.8億美元，高於預期的18.9億美元，調整後每股盈利為0.22美元，超過預估的0.12美元。公司重申了2024年的指引，預計同店銷售將增長1%至3%，整體銷售額則介於1%下降和1%增長之間。全年每股盈利預計在1.50至1.70美元之間。
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Reported 11 months ago
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Reported 11 months ago
Former Scotland half-back Sarah Law, who earned 53 caps for her country, has retired from rugby at the age of 29 due to being diagnosed with axial spondyloarthritis. Law, who captained the University of Edinburgh and played for Darlington Mowden Park Sharks, expressed gratitude for her rugby journey but acknowledged the toll injuries have taken on her both physically and mentally. She leaves international rugby with 63 points and plans for rest, possibly returning to the sport in the future in a different capacity.
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Reported 11 months ago
Khloé Kardashian reveals she doesn't have a 'live-in' nanny and admits feeling exhausted caring for her two kids, True and Tatum, while being hands-on with their upbringing. Despite Tristan Thompson's help when he's around, Kardashian acknowledges the demanding nature of parenting and jokes about being tired but dedicated to her kids. The article also mentions Kardashian's efforts in co-parenting and ensuring her children spend quality time with their father.
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Reported 11 months ago
Best Buy reported a disappointing first quarter for fiscal 2025, with net sales dropping to $8.85 billion compared to $9.47 billion a year ago and below the anticipated $8.97 billion. CEO Corie Barry stated that consumers are prioritizing necessities like food, fuel, and lodging, leading to a 6.3% decrease in total US sales, especially in appliances (-18.5%), entertainment (-11.3%), and consumer electronics (-8.3%). Despite a drop in online sales by 6.1%, the company's service category helped boost profit. Best Buy’s fiscal year guidance predicts sales to decrease between 3% to 0%, and following the report, the stock rose over 11%, driven by improved profitability.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Lebanon's caretaker Minister of Economy and Trade revealed that the nation's political class, fuel companies, and private electricity providers obstructed an offer by Qatar to construct three renewable energy power plants, aiming to alleviate Lebanon's enduring electricity crisis. Despite the worsened electricity shortage due to the economic crisis, Lebanon did not respond to Qatar's 2023 proposal to build 450-megawatt power plants. The Lebanese government's failure to address the crisis leads to extensive power cuts and reliance on costly private generators, with limited solar power utilization due to cost and space constraints.
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Reported 11 months ago
一名80歲老兵Fred Meisberger將他居住了27年的辛辛那提大哥辛那提的房屋出售給一家提供銷售回租的公司後被逐出。銷售回租允許物業所有者將其賣給投資房東，房東轉租物業給所有者，這通常應該是長期安排。然而，一些公司據稱正在利用這種方式購買居民的住宅並向租戶收取更短期或過高的租金。
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Reported 11 months ago
Best Buy and Kohl's have extended their streak of quarterly sales slumps, with Best Buy reporting another decline as Americans prioritize essential purchases over gadgets and pay more for necessities like rent. Best Buy's profits exceeded expectations, but sales fell short, leading to a muted forecast for the year. Kohl's also saw a loss and drop in sales, missing Wall Street expectations, particularly in core categories excluding a beauty uptick from its partnership with Sephora. Americans are spending cautiously, focusing on essentials amid a challenging economic environment where inflation and higher interest rates are impacting purchasing decisions.
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Reported 11 months ago
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Reported 11 months ago
Retirement offers various approaches, but Social Security has important considerations for those working, especially in relation to the lesser-known rule discussed below. Starting with knowing your full retirement age and how it impacts benefits, the article explains how continuing to work while claiming Social Security benefits early can lead to reductions under the Social Security retirement earnings test (RET). The earnings limit generally changes annually, and while benefits may be temporarily reduced, they gradually get recalculated once you reach full retirement age to account for the withheld amount.
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Reported 11 months ago
Aryna Sabalenka在法網第三輪前以另一場統治性的直落兩盤勝利展現了她的法網冠軍實力。世界排名第二的Sabalenka只用了62分鐘就在Philippe Chatrier球場的屋頂下以6-2 6-2擊敗了日本的內島萌碧。這場勝利緊隨她對安德魯娃的首輪勝利，當時她只失去了3局。Sabalenka現在將與前八強選手Paula Badosa交手，後者在擊敗英國一號選手博爾特之後，從一盤落後的情況下擊敗了哈薩克的普廷采娃。
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Reported 11 months ago
Kohl's department store chain experienced a significant drop in its shares, plummeting up to 26% in early trading, after announcing a surprise quarterly loss and revising down its annual sales and profit forecasts. The weaker consumer demand for apparel and footwear, influenced by economic factors like high interest rates and inflation, has impacted Kohl's middle-income customers the most, while sales reduction from lower clearance items added to the decline in comparable sales. The company now projects a decrease in net sales between 2% and 4% for fiscal 2024 and anticipates earnings per share to be in the range of $1.25 to $1.85, contrasting with its previous expectations, leading to a per-share loss of 24 cents in the first quarter, a stark difference from the anticipated 4 cents profit per share by analysts. Kohl's shares were valued at $20.38, witnessing its worst performance yet, while other retail peers like Macy's and Nordstrom Inc. also faced stock decreases.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Best Buy表示，预计今年将改善其主要计算类别的销售额，这增强了需求，使其季度利润超过华尔街的预期，受益于其会员计划和节省成本措施。该公司的股价在电子零售商也重申了全年预测后上涨了10%。人工智能笔记本电脑以及高端电视的需求正在帮助Best Buy在消费者在两年多的电子产品支出压制后寻求升级或更换他们的设备时夺回销售额。该公司还押注于微软的AI动力Copilot+ PC的推出，预计将于6月18日上市。Best Buy首席执行官Corie Barry在盈利电话会议上表示，公司预计产品组合中超过40%的产品在上市时独家销售给公司。
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Reported 11 months ago
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