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LIST: Here is where to get a free Thanksgiving meal in WNC

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This year, some Western North Carolina restaurants, churches and organizations are offering free Thanksgiving meals to aid locals in returning to normalcy after Helene. The following are offering cost-free lunch or dinner on Turkey Day: Radiant Church's 'Feed the 828' Thanksgiving Community…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:22:28

Cash-strapped Britain to water down green targets as economic reality bites

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LONDON — Faced with a clash between driving growth and going green, the new U.K. Labour government has sent a signal about its priorities: staying in power trumps all. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government is poised to relax rules on U.K. electric vehicle (EV) sales, which are central to his…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:21:39

Ex-TV host Charlie Rose settles sexual harassment lawsuit years after his #MeToo-era ouster

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Ex-TV host Charlie Rose settles sexual harassment lawsuit years after his #MeToo-era ouster NEW YORK (AP) — Former TV host Charlie Rose has resolved a sexual harassment lawsuit brought by three women in the wake of his #MeToo-era ouster from CBS News in 2017 and the cancellation of his…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:22:02

Trump says he spoke to Mexico's president about ending migration into U.S

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President-elect Trump said Wednesday he spoke to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum about stopping migration into the U.S. The big picture: It comes a day after the recently-inaugurated Sheinbaum said she would impose tariffs in retaliation to those proposed by Trump. The U.S. president-elect…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:22:00

Japan companies go for short-term commercial paper on BOJ hike concerns

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TOKYO -- Companies in Japan are reducing the maturity periods of their commercial paper, short-term debt instruments that they use to manage immediate financing needs. Market expectations that the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates at its December policy meeting have led to concerns about…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:56

N.J. Exclusion of Churches from Broadly Available Historical Restoration Grants Violates Free Exercise Clause

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The Volokh Conspiracy Mostly law professors | Sometimes contrarian | Often libertarian | Always independent So holds Judge Evelyn Padin (D.N.J.) in today's Mendham Methodist Church v. Morris County. The court applies recent Supreme Court cases, such as Carson v. Makin (2022) and Espinoza v.…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:22:00

How A Contestant on 'The Price Is Right' Hurt Himself During The Show

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One contestant on the popular game show injured himself during an episode, leaving host Drew Carey laughing.

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:41

New Engine Beats Ford, General Motors, and Tesla By a Mile With 200% More Efficiency, 100% More Power, and 50% of the Weight

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Published: 2024-11-28 01:21:34

Has tipping reached a tipping point?

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A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:36

Trump Praises 'Wonderful Conversation' With Mexican President Sheinbaum: 'She Has Agreed To Stop Migration'

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President-elect Donald Trump said he has had a “wonderful conversation” with Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum, aimed at curbing migration and drug inflow into the United States. What Happened: On Wednesday, Trump shared on Truth Social about a productive conversation he had with Sheinbaum.…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:57

What the Adani allegations highlight about India's clean energy push

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Bribery allegations against Adani Group founder Gautam Adani have highlighted the growing problem India's renewable energy developers face in finding buyers for the power they generate.

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:56

GOP Rep. Van Orden willing to 'pay more for guacamole' if it means getting rid of fentanyl

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Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden (Wis.) said he is willing to “pay more for guacamole” under President-elect Trump’s tariff plan if it means getting rid of fentanyl across the country. Van Orden joined CNN’s Boris Sanchez on Wednesday and was asked how the GOP plans to implement the tariff plan…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:41

On Joe Rogan's podcast, Marc Andreessen criticizes the “raw administrative power” of US agencies like the CFPB, SEC, and FTC, discusses Elon Musk and DOGE, more

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Marc Andreessen discussed Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency on Joe Rogan's podcast. - He criticized the "raw administrative power" of independent federal agencies like the SEC, FTC, and CFPB. - The investor highlighted Musk's direct business approach as a model for government…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:00:02

Microsoft faces wide-ranging US antitrust probe

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has opened a broad antitrust investigation into Microsoft, including of its software licensing and cloud computing businesses, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The probe was approved by FTC Chair Lina Khan ahead of her likely departure in…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:00:00

In photos: Native American Heritage Month

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This year's Native American Heritage Month, in November, comes after the Indigenous population in the United States grew to the largest it's been in modern times, with 3.7 million people identifying as Native American or Alaska Native over the last decade, per the U.S. Census. Through the lens:…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:56

Electric Revenge: Texas Sues BlackRock And Others For 'Conspiring' To Quash Coal, Sending Energy Prices Soaring

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Electric Revenge: Texas Sues BlackRock And Others For 'Conspiring' To Quash Coal, Sending Energy Prices Soaring Texas is leading a new lawsuit with 10 other red states against BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street for allegedly breaking antitrust law by colluding to suppress coal - causing…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:11:10

CNBC Daily Open: U.S. inflation edged up but investors aren’t fazed

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Investors and the U.S. Federal Reserve have plenty to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.

Published: 2024-11-28 01:10:57

Bank of Korea cuts benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points in a surprise move

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South Korea's central bank on Thursday cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3% in a surprise move. Economists polled by Reuters had estimated the bank to hold rates at 3.25%. This is the second straight cut as the Bank of Korea lowered rates by 25 basis points in its last meeting…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:11:05

Bank of Korea cuts key rate by 25 bps to 3%

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Published: 2024-11-28 00:59:54

Top Artists Use ‘Amazon Music Live’ to Highlight Big Projects

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Major artists are promoting new projects on Amazon Music Live.

Published: 2024-11-28 01:11:01

Australia's hot jobs market keeps rate cuts out of reach

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Australia's world-beating labour market is one of the main obstacles stopping the country's central bank from joining global peers in reversing the most aggressive policy tightening cycle in decades.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:59:34

Trump says US southern border 'effectively closed' with Mexico's help

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Published: 2024-11-28 00:59:36

Chinese museum gives light to migrant letters

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The News A Chinese museum is dedicated to preserving letters written across the centuries by migrants to loved ones back home. The 1800s and 1900s saw a wave of migration from China, with millions of people, many from the Teochew ethnic group, seeking to escape poverty in their homeland for a…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:21:57

Euro jump, rising yen put brakes on the dollar

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The euro clung to its sharpest rise in four months on Thursday following hawkish remarks from a central bank policymaker, while the yen powered toward its strongest week in three months on growing bets Japan could hike interest rates in December.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:48:35

Full List of Airports Hit With Winter Weather Flight Delays

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Bitterly cold temperatures and heavy snowfall are expected in large parts of the country over Thanksgiving.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:48:39

Activists revive Taiwan language

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The News A native Taiwanese language is undergoing a revival after more than a century of diminishing use. The disappearance of Tâi-gí, a variety of Hokkien, “is tied to a long history of colonization,” The Dial wrote. When Taiwan came under Japanese rule in the 1800s, Japanese became the dominant…

Published: 2024-11-28 01:21:56

What ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Could Be Costing You

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“Buy now, pay later” is more popular than ever, but it’s not without downsides.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:59:32

BlackRock has deal to buy private credit manager HPS, FT reports

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BlackRock has a handshake deal to buy private credit group HPS Investment Partners, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:37:47

To cut or not to cut the dividend? That is the question for BCE Inc

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BCE Inc.’s stock has long been valued by Canadian investors for its rich dividend and regular increases. But some institutional investors say the company should make the difficult decision to cut it – by as much as half. Last month, BCE BCE-T said that as part of its plans to acquire U.S.-based…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:48:44

Australian Senate debates social media ban for under-16s

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By Rod McGuirk | Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia — The Australian Senate on Thursday began considering a ban on children younger than 16 years old from social media after the House of Representatives overwhelmingly supported the age restriction. The world-first bill that would make platforms…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:37:32

Chinese EVs are poised to push out to global markets, using Hong Kong as a stepping stone

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Chinese EVs are poised to push out to global markets, using Hong Kong as a stepping stone Hong Kong ‘can act as a two-way gateway for Chinese EV makers to go overseas and bring in new technologies’ The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) hosted its first automotive industry supply…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:37:48

With Retailers Preparing for Black Friday, Here’s What’s Open on Thanksgiving

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With Black Friday coming up, some retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:48:34

Biden Asks Congress To Authorize $24BN More To Spend On Ukraine

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Biden Asks Congress To Authorize $24BN More To Spend On Ukraine Authored by Dave DeCamp via AntiWar.com, The Biden administration has asked Congress to approve $24 billion in additional spending on Ukraine as it’s working to ramp up the proxy war as much as possible during President Biden’s…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:55

Alberta’s plan to defy emissions cap raises concerns of overreach and disclosure for energy companies

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Alberta’s vow to assume control of corporate greenhouse gas data in a fight against Ottawa’s oil and gas emissions cap would mean significant government overreach into private operations and create new legal risks for energy companies, law experts say. Alberta’s United Conservative Party…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:48:33

US regulator opens wide-ranging antitrust probe into Microsoft

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission opened a broad antitrust investigation into Microsoft , a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, making it the latest Big Tech firm to come under scrutiny from regulators.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:34

Tutankhamun: the mystery of the boy pharaoh's pierced ears

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Ever since British archaeologist Howard Carter first peered into the tomb of ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun, 100 years ago, the mystery of the boy king's death has captivated historians and amateurs alike. That mystery recently "took another turn", said the Daily Express. Researchers propose…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:33

Romania's regulator calls for TikTok's suspension after an ultranationalist's shock first-round win fueled by viral TikTok videos, amid vote interference fears

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Romania’s telecoms regulator is asking for TikTok to be suspended as the country’s defence council prepares to discuss cyber risks to its elections, after a little-known ultranationalist came from nowhere to win the first round of the presidential vote. The country’s constitutional court will also…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:43

Microsoft is being investigated by the FTC over antitrust concerns

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Microsoft is being investigated by the Federal Trade Commission in a wide-ranging antitrust probe, making it the fifth Big Tech company to fall under such scrutiny in several years. The agency is looking into Microsoft’s cloud and software licensing business, cybersecurity services, and AI…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:33

Chinese hackers breached T-Mobile's routers to scope out network

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T-Mobile says the Chinese "Salt Typhoon" hackers who recently compromised its systems as part of a series of telecom breaches first hacked into some of its routers to explore ways to navigate laterally through the network. However, the company says its engineers blocked the threat actors before…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:24

My solo trip to Greece helped me reset, but there are 5 things that would've made it even better

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Katka Lapelosova took a solo trip to Zakynthos, a Greek island. Katka Lapelosova In September, Katka Lapelosova took a solo trip to Greece. While she enjoyed the six days in Zakynthos, it wasn't the stress-free vacation she'd hoped for. If she could do it over, she'd travel there with friends and…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:47

I had my first 2 kids in my early 30s and thought I was done. I fell in love again and had a baby in my 40s

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had two kids in her late 20s and a third one in her late 30s. Ekaterina Vasileva-Bagler/Getty Images I thought I was done having kids when I had two, which included challenging C-sections. I was in a new relationship with someone who wanted kids, so I reexamined how I felt. I felt more empowered…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:40

Time spent online by adults in the UK jumped by nearly an hour in 2024 says Ofcom

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Adults are spending an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes each day online across smartphones, tablets and computers in the U.K., according to figures from Ofcom’s annual Online Nation report diving into consumer digital habits. The figure is a big jump compared to 2023, when adults over 18 spent an…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:32

As Supply Chains Go Digital, Cybersecurity Must be Strongest Link

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Cyber breaches, not coal in their stocking, is what businesses are worried about this holiday season. With the news Monday (Nov. 25) that supply chain management software provider Blue Yonder was reportedly been hit by a ransomware attack whose downstream impact affected large enterprise customers…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:40

How vital is a company's CEO?

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How vital is a company's CEO? Boeing, Nike and Starbucks have all changed their chief executives in recent months. But just how important is the person in the top job for the successful running of such huge companies? “There’s only one cat who’s on the hot seat,” says Alan Lafley, who was CEO of…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:49

I stayed in a 110-year-old ship that's been converted into a beachfront hotel. It was a great retreat from living in a concrete jungle

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Doulos Phos The Ship Hotel in Bintan Indonesia. Aditi Bharade I stayed in Doulos Phos The Ship Hotel, a short ferry ride from Singapore. The 110-year-old ship was brought to its resting place in Indonesia and renovated into a hotel. It was a unique respite from the hustle and bustle of…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:38

Uber Cooperates With FTC Investigation of Subscription Cancellation Policies

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reportedly is investigating consumer complaints that Uber Technologies signed them up for Uber One subscriptions without their consent and made it difficult for them to cancel those subscriptions. Uber said it has received inquiries from the FTC and is…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:32

Do 'much, much more' on age verification, social media firms told

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Do 'much, much more' on age verification, social media firms told Ofcom has warned social media companies they will be punished if they fail to take significant extra steps to address the problem of children pretending to be adults online. A newly released survey, conducted by the UK media…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:40

FTC opens wide-ranging antitrust probe into Microsoft

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Microsoft is set to go under the microscope of the nation’s top antitrust watchdog, the Federal Trade Commission, which is launching a sweeping investigation into the tech giant’s practices. The FTC, in a letter sent to Microsoft, demanded that it hand over information to assist in the agency’s…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:38

Five ways to avoid being ripped off on Black Friday

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Five ways to avoid being ripped off on Black Friday The Black Friday sales are already in full swing and it can be easy to get swept up in the shopping frenzy and end up out of pocket - instead of bagging a bargain. The vast majority of Black Friday offers are cheaper or the same price at other…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:48

See the Chinese cargo ship suspected of sabotaging critical undersea cables between 4 NATO countries

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Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng 3 is anchored in waters near Denmark as it faces an investigation into suspected sabotage of undersea cables. Mikkel Berg Pedersen/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images A Chinese cargo ship is under investigation related to severed data cables in the Baltic Sea. A probe…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:35

Czech billionaire set to clinch deal to buy Royal Mail

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Czech billionaire set to clinch deal to buy Royal Mail The sale of Royal Mail to Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group is close to being finalised and could be confirmed in the next two weeks, according to sources close to the deal. Kretinsky has agreed to make extra concessions in order…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:47

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago

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Zuckerberg has had a rocky relationship with Trump. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Mark Zuckerberg met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida, the NYT reported. Trump and Zuckerberg, who did not endorse a candidate for president, have had a rocky relationship. Trump previously…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:33

Reddit overtakes X in popularity of social media platforms in UK

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Discussion platform takes fifth place in rankings and is the fastest growing large social media platform in the UK Reddit, the American online discussion platform, has overtaken X to become the fifth most popular social media platform in the UK, according to the communications watchdog. Ofcom said…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:15

FTC opens broad antitrust investigation into Microsoft

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has opened a broad antitrust investigation into Microsoft, including of its software licensing and cloud computing businesses, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters Wednesday.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:35

Watch: In speeches spanning 6 years, RFK Jr. shares conspiracy theories about vaccines, likens scientists to Nazis

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In remarks at AutismOne conferences in 2013, 2017 and 2019, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likened vaccinating children to putting them in “Nazi death camps” and falsely alleged a cover-up of vaccine injuries similar to the child sexual abuse scandal in the Catholic Church.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:59:31

Israeli-Hezbollah cease-fire avoids mistakes of the past, U.S. negotiator says

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Residents of southern Lebanon began returning to their homes as the U.S. brokered cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect. The agreement calls for Israel's withdrawal, for Hezbollah to move its fighters, and the Lebanese armed forces deployment to conclude within 60 days. Nick Schifrin…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:44

Ukrainian drones downed in Bryansk, hit Belgorod

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Russian air defenses managed to down five drones over the Bryansk region, Governor Alexander Bogomaz, reported on his Telegram channel, adding that there were no casualties in the incident.In a separa...

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:32

Why 'Wheel of Fortune' Fans Are Doubting Ryan Seacrest's Hosting Ability

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Ryan Seacrest is only on his first season as the new host of Wheel of Fortune, but he is already skating on thin ice with some fans of the game show. Seacrest, 49, is taking some heat after an incident that occurred during the Tuesday, November 26 episode of Wheel. Oleh Voloshyn, a contestant who…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:19

News Wrap: Thanksgiving travel rush expected to be busiest ever

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In our news wrap Wednesday, this year's Thanksgiving travel rush is expected to be the busiest ever, the FBI is investigating incidents of alleged bomb threats and swatting attacks against several of President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks and appointees and three Americans who've been imprisoned in…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:34

America’s great unifying event: The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been the most-watched entertainment program in the U.S. for the past three years, ahead of the Oscars and the World Series.

Published: 2024-11-28 00:59:44

PC Market’s Recovery Dreams Interrupted By HP, Dell Sales Nightmare

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PC Market’s Recovery Dreams Interrupted By HP, Dell Sales Nightmare Byte-sized sales results from Hewlett Packard (HP) and Dell dented hopes of a rebound in the sluggish PC market. Sign up for smart news, insights, and analysis on the biggest financial stories of the day. Legions of people…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:36

Uniqlo boss says firm does not use Xinjiang cotton

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Uniqlo boss says firm does not use Xinjiang cotton The boss of the company behind global fashion chain Uniqlo has told the BBC that the Japanese firm does not use cotton from the Xinjiang region of China in its products. It is the first time Fast Retailing's chief executive Tadashi Yanai has…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:16:00

Will Black Friday 2024 be the biggest ever? Holiday shopping by year

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1929’s “Black Thursday” was a stock market crash that marked the beginning of the great depression. 1987’s “Black Monday” was also a devastating blow to financial markets that decimated $1.71 trillion of wealth in a single day. Despite its similar name, Black Friday is the moniker of a much more…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:23

Reddit’s Expansion Hinges on AI Translation and Sprinkling in some Google Magic

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Reddit’s Expansion Hinges on AI Translation and Sprinkling in some Google Magic Reddit, the world’s newest publicly-traded social media company, intends to chase growth by breaking into new markets. Sign up for smart news, insights, and analysis on the biggest financial stories of the…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:52

Nikkei May Fall on Concerns About U.S. Trade Policy

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Japanese stocks may fall as concerns about U.S. trade policy continue.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:30

Trump names COVID lockdown skeptic to lead NIH, another sign of shifts in key agencies

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President-elect Trump selected a critic of COVID-19 lockdowns and mandates to lead the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya is known for co-authoring the Great Barrington Declaration, a 2020 manifesto that advocated allowing COVID to spread in order to achieve herd immunity. It was…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:29

4 Teens Indicted in Attack on Disabled Man in Massachusetts

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Four teenagers were charged this week in connection with the assault on Christopher "Ducky" Anderson in the Massachusetts town of Danvers.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:17

Salt Typhoon's surge extends far beyond US telcos

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Salt Typhoon's surge extends far beyond US telcos Plus, a brand-new backdoor, GhostSpider, is linked to the cyber-spy crew's operations The reach of the China-linked Salt Typhoon gang extends beyond American telecommunications giants, and its arsenal includes several backdoors, including a…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:31

The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Just Ticked Back Up

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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Just Ticked Back Up The last mile is always the hardest. For the Federal Reserve, the last mile in its race to tame inflation just got even harder. Sign up for smart news, insights, and analysis on the biggest financial stories of the day. The last mile is…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:26

Hyundai recalling over 226K cars, SUVs over faulty rearview cameras

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Hyundai says in documents posted Wednesday by safety regulators that solder joints on a printed circuit board can develop cracks that can worsen over time and cause the cameras to fail. That can reduce visibility and increase the risk of injury to pedestrians. Dealers will replace the cameras at…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:35

US economy grows at 2.8% pace in third quarter on consumer spending, unchanged from first estimate

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The American economy expanded at a healthy 2.8% annual pace from July through September on strong consumer spending and a surge in exports, the government said Wednesday, leaving unchanged its initial estimate of third-quarter growth. U.S. gross domestic product — the economy's output of goods and…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:20

Canada is already examining tariffs on certain US items following Trump's tariff threat

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A government official says Canada is already examining possible retaliatory tariffs on certain items from the United States should President-elect Donald Trump follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:30

Rising Number of Mortgage Applications Reveal Changing Housing Market

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The housing market could be showing signs of change as mortgage applications rose for the third consecutive week, according to new data released from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Applications for mortgages climbed by 6.3 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis for the week ending…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:45

BlackRock has deal to buy private credit manager HPS

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Transaction for prized lender could cost $12bn and be announced after Thanksgiving holiday

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:47

Lacking manpower, Ukraine resorts to harsh means to force draft dodgers into combat

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A U.S. official said Ukraine should consider dropping the age of military conscription from 25 to 18. It's a stark acknowledgment that Ukraine doesn't have enough troops to fight the seemingly endless volume of Russian soldiers, especially now that they're being bolstered by North Korean troops.…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:17

Tulsi Gabbard's Chances of Getting Confirmed, Betting Odds Show

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The former congresswoman is one of President-elect Donald Trump's most controversial Cabinet nominees.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:29

Australian Senate begins debate on world-first social media ban for children under 16

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The Australian Senate has begun considering a ban on children younger than 16 years old from social media after the House of Representatives overwhelming supported the age restriction

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:28

Orange Partners With OpenAI to Develop New AI Use Cases

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French telecommunications company Orange will have direct access to OpenAI’s artificial intelligence (AI) models under a new agreement signed by the two companies. The agreement will provide Orange with direct access that includes data processing and hosting in European data centers and will…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:32

UNESCO report finds 6 out of 10 of influencers don’t use basic fact-checking practices

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A new survey from UNESCO found that 62% of digital content creators don’t use basic fact-checking practices — which is particularly unsettling when you consider recent data showing that 1 in 5 Americans get their news from “news influencers” online.

Published: 2024-11-28 01:21:40

How Trump's reelection signals a broader acceptance of authoritarian leadership

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President-elect Trump ran much of his campaign based on retribution and absolute loyalty. As he prepares for a second term in office, what might that mean for the future of U.S. democracy? Laura Barrón-López discussed more with Jason Stanley, a Yale philosophy professor and author of "Erasing…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:04:28

Cotton Sneaks Higher Heading into Thanksgiving

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Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:44

Soybeans See Gains Ahead of Turkey Day

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Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:30

Hogs Closes Mixed on Thursday

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Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:44

Corn Comes Back to Close Near Steady Ahead of Thanksgiving

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Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:23

Cattle Rally Ahead of Thanksgiving as Cash Trade Kicks Off

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Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:49

heat Collapses on Wednesday, with December Pressured Ahead of FND

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Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:33

US consumer price increases accelerated last month with inflation pressures resilient

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US consumer price increases accelerated last month with inflation pressures resilient WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumer price increases accelerated last month, the latest sign that inflation’s steady decline over the past two years has stalled in recent months. According to the Federal Reserve’s…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:26

Canada is already examining tariffs on certain US items following Trump’s tariff threat

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By ROB GILLIES TORONTO (AP) — Canada is already examining possible retaliatory tariffs on certain items from the United States should President-elect Donald Trump follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products, a senior official said Wednesday. Trump has threatened to…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:12

Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada would drive up pump prices, analysts warn

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By Shariq Khan and Nicole Jao NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's pledge to impose tariffs on Canada would drive up fuel prices for Americans as it would upend decades-old oil trade from its top crude supplier, analysts said on Wednesday. Trump, who takes office on Jan. 20,…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:20

Google Chat is rolling out huddles to let users instantly start an audio-first meeting, with a floating window displaying controls to add video or share screens

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As previewed in August of 2023, Google Chat is adding an audio-first meeting feature called “Huddles” that are described as being “instant-on.” If that name is familiar, Google+ had a “Huddles” group (text) messaging feature, while Slack offers an equivalent capability. The Google Chat version is…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:20

EV sales are set to surge as buyers rush to claim discounts that may disappear in 2025

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With US President-Elect Trump reportedly planning to cut federal incentives, EV sales are expected to surge in November and December. Right now, major discounts are slashing upwards of $10,000 to $20,000 off some of the most popular EV models, but that could change in 2025. EV sales are expected…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:15

Elon Musk’s Money: How He Made It And Spends It

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CEO of Tesla, SpaceX and xAI No. 1 Rank on 2024 Forbes 400 List $334 B Net Worth as of November 22, 2024 AGE: 53 | SOURCE OF WEALTH: TESLA, SPACEX | SELF-MADE SCORE: 8/10 | RESIDENCE: AUSTIN, TEXAS | CITIZENSHIP: UNITED STATES | MARITAL STATUS: DIVORCED | CHILDREN: 11 | EDUCATION: BACHELOR OF…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:12

Stock market today: Losses for Big Tech pull US indexes lower

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Stock market today: Losses for Big Tech pull US indexes lower Technology stocks helped pull stocks lower on Wall Street Wednesday, handing the market its first loss in more than a week. The S&P 500 fell 0.4%, even though more stocks in the index notched gains than ended lower. The loss snapped a…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:10

Exploring how psychology can help bridge political divisions this Thanksgiving

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Just a few weeks after a divisive presidential election, millions of Americans are preparing to sit down with their families for Thanksgiving. According to some experts, the keys to moving forward lie not in politics, but in psychology. Judy Woodruff discussed political identity with social…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:37:33

China needs US$1.4 trillion to boost domestic consumption amid impending ‘trade war 2.0’

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China needs US$1.4 trillion to boost domestic consumption amid impending ‘trade war 2.0’ The cash injection will be sufficient to stimulate consumer spending and stock market, HSBC Asset analyst says China might need an additional 10 trillion yuan (US$1.4 trillion) to lift domestic consumption to…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:10

'Game-Changing' New Treatment for Asthma Is First in 50 Years

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Scientists have found a new treatment for people with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that may be more effective than current options. Over the past 50 years, treatment options in the event of an asthma or COPD attack—a similar event—have been relatively unchanged. "The…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:29

Why Trump's Election Case Was Dismissed 'Without Prejudice'

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Why Trump's Election Case Was Dismissed 'Without Prejudice' Authored by Sam Dorman via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), District of Columbia Judge Tanya Chutkan dismissed the election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump on Nov. 25, bringing an end to a highly contentious…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:26

U.S. Border Agents Seize 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars

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They would have been worth nearly $18 million if they were genuine, making it the largest counterfeit instrument seizure in history, officials said.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:14

Schumer condemns threats against Trump appointees

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United States Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he is closely monitoring reports of bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting politicians. Schumer emphasized that such violence has no plac...

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:24

3 killed, 1 seriously injured in Tesla Cybertruck crash in Northern California

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Three people were killed and one seriously injured when a Tesla Cybertruck crashed and caught fire in Northern California

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:51

'Brains and Beauty' exhibit explores how the mind processes art and aesthetic experiences

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Visual art is a subjective experience, but what draws one person into an artwork and turns off another? A new exhibit, "Brains and Beauty: At the Intersection of Art and Neuroscience," explores that question by examining how the brain processes aesthetic experiences. Stephanie Sy reports from…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:15:30

3 ways empathy can help you handle conflict during the holidays

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Even if you think the other person will not be empathetic to your side of a discussion, if you model that empathetic behavior, you're more likely to see the other person mirror it back.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:17

Missouri Judge Upholds Law Requiring Photo ID for Voting

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A Missouri judge upheld a law on Tuesday that requires voters to present government-issued photo identification in order to vote. What Is the Ruling? The ruling, made by Cole County Circuit Judge Jon Beetem on Tuesday, solidifies the 2016 voter-approved constitutional amendment enabling lawmakers…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:24

Worth AI Founder Suneera Madhani Spotlights Obstacles for Women in Startups

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Fintech entrepreneur Suneera Madhani spoke at the Delegates Dining Room at the United Nations, saying, "My journey in female entrepreneurship...it's been lonely." It was a sobering admission from Madhani, who successfully exited her company Stax Payments in 2023 north of $1 billion, earning her…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:16

Undocumented Immigrant's Murder Trial Could Cost Millions, Take Decades: DA

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Nicolas Jaimes-Hernandez is accused of murdering five people in McGregor, Texas.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:09

Vauxhall workers face 140-mile relocation or losing their jobs as Stellantis plans to shutter 120-year-old factory

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Automaking giant Stellantis has announced plans to shutter its 120-year-old factory that makes several Vauxhall vehicles, leaving more than 1,000 employees with the daunting dilemma of relocating 140 miles north or losing their jobs. The $205 billion automaker said it planned to cease operations…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:10

Canada Lynx Could Receive New Habitat Protections in Rocky Mountains

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The new habitat protections would cover almost 7,700 square miles of forests and mountains in Colorado and northern New Mexico.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:13

Under tariff threat, US wholesaler warns: 'People will pay'

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While most of Los Angeles sleeps, 58-year-old Melquiades Flores starts his day at 1 a.m., supervising the unloading of produce at M&M Tomatoes and Chile Company, the wholesaler he started in 2019.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:26

T-Mobile says cyber attackers had no access to customer data

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U.S. telecom firm T-Mobile said on Wednesday it had detected attempts in recent weeks by "bad actors" to infiltrate its systems but they did not access sensitive customer data.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:14

Avoid these 3 common mistakes when asking for a promotion, says INSEAD negotiation professor

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Appraisal season is approaching. Take a look at these three mistakes to avoid when negotiating for a promotion, according to INSEAD professor Horacio Falcão.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:19:58

2 Tennessee tax preparers charged with filing $65 million in false claims

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Federal prosecutors in Tennessee say two tax preparers submitted $65 million in false claims for refunds under programs designed to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic

Published: 2024-11-27 23:53:03

A 3rd judge denied bail for Sean 'Diddy' Combs

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Sean "Diddy" Combs speaks at press conference, 24 October 2007, announcing an alliance with Ciroc Vodka in New York. Stan Honda/AFP via Getty Images Sean "Diddy" Combs had hoped a Manhattan judge would approve home-detention in a rented Manhattan brownstone. This bail request was Combs' third…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:30

Spotify will no longer allow developers building new third-party apps with its Web API to access several features, such as song and artist recommendations

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Spotify will no longer allow developers building third-party apps with its Web API to access several features within the music streaming platform, such as song and artist recommendations, the company announced in a developer blog post on Wednesday. The company appears to be limiting third-party…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:08:55

How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025

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President-elect Donald Trump has promised to for Americans, but his economic policies may not help one embattled part of the economy: the housing market.Mortgage rates continue to hover near a 20-year high, while house hunters face near record high . The Federal Reserve's two rate cuts, in…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:08:49

Trump considers tough antitrust advocate for justice department unit

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Gail Slater is ally of JD Vance who had also been in the running to chair the Federal Trade Commission

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:04

'Dungeons & Dragons' is a cornerstone of big-business nerdworld. A top exec says Wizards of the Coast has a plan to keep the game hot for 50 more years

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Wizards of the Coast is celebrating "D&D's" 50th anniversary with new books, including a rework of its Dungeon Master's Guide. Esther Derksen via Getty Images; WOTC "Dungeons & Dragons" is now a 50-year-old game. It's undergoing a major facelift, with new core rulebooks being released through next…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:20:16

China’s Tencent uncloaked as mystery lead backer of Neo’s $100-million-plus financing

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Chinese technology giant Tencent Holdings Ltd. TCEHY led a recent US$80-million ($112-million) equity investment in Neo Financial Technologies Inc., valuing the Calgary online financial upstart at a steep discount to its last financing. Neo did not reveal its lead investor when it announced the…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:09:02

Map Shows Southern States Bracing for Thanksgiving Day Storms

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Portions of the Southeastern U.S. are bracing for a line of storms expected to track across the region on Thanksgiving Day. Parts of Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia have a marginal risk for strong to severe storms on Thursday,…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:09:09

October’s Surprise: Inflation Heats Up While GDP Cools Down

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The Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index for October showed a re-ignition of inflation. The PCE increased at an annualized 2.3% rate, which is a quickening from the 2.1% pace in the previous month, the Bureau of Economic Analysis said Wednesday (Nov. 27). As measured month over month, the…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:52

CEO Jensen Huang Just Delivered Fantastic News for Nvidia Investors

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In This Article: Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) recently reported another blowout quarter. After guiding investors to expect revenue in its fiscal 2025 third quarter to be around $32.5 billion, the leading artificial intelligence (AI) company reported record quarterly sales of $35.1 billion for the period…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:31:10

Galvin Flying, one of last Seattle-area flight schools, closes abruptly

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The closure of the nearly century old flight school cuts off important pipeline for local aviation talent.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:42:35

Best Gifts Under $100 In 2024 | Forbes Vetted Gift Guide

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Looking for a special gift at a reasonable price? Kim Peiffer, features and special projects director at Forbes Vetted, has you ...

Published: 2024-11-27 23:04:01

Huawei has global ambitions for ‘pure blood’ OS, but China is the focus for now

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The Chinese tech giant says all of its new devices in 2025 will be equipped with HarmonyOS Next, its home-grown Android rival.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:08:49

How to Watch Countdown to Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Live Stream, TV Channel

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Thanksgiving is almost here, and that means the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is ready to dazzle us once again. But have you ever wondered how this massive, colorful spectacle comes together? Now's your chance to find out! On Wednesday, November 27, the night before Thanksgiving, The…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:08:55

How To Watch the Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving Special: Live Stream, TV Channel

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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and NBC is serving up an early helping of holiday fun with A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving Special! Airing on Wednesday, November 27, at 9 p.m. ET/PT, this two-hour comedy feast will feature the best Thanksgiving-themed sketches from SNL's legendary…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:09:21

Evolve: ‘Vast Majority’ of Synapse End User Funds Are at Other Banks

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Evolve Bank & Trust said Wednesday (Nov. 27) that the “vast majority” of end user funds related to the Synapse Financial Technologies bankruptcy that were once held by Evolve were moved by Synapse to other banks about a year ago, before the bankruptcy. The bank continues to look for the money but…

Published: 2024-11-28 00:26:43

"Significant Uptick" In M&A Rumors Observed In News Cycle Ahead Of 2025

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"Significant Uptick" In M&A Rumors Observed In News Cycle Ahead Of 2025 Goldman Sachs analysts have noted a "significant uptick" in merger and acquisition rumors in the press over the past six weeks. The investment bank forecasts positive M&A growth trends over the next 12 months, signaling a…

Published: 2024-11-27 23:08:57

FTC says AI scanner “deceived” users after BBC revelations

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US regulator says AI scanner 'deceived' users after BBC story US weapons scanning company Evolv Technology will be banned from making unsupported claims about its products in a proposed settlement with the US government. The company had claimed its AI scanner, used in the entrances of thousands of…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:57:49

Travis Kelce's Ex Kayla Nicole Makes Rare Comment On Their Breakup

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Kayla Nicole got emotional about her public breakup with Travis Kelce in a sneak peek of 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.'

Published: 2024-11-27 23:09:04

Trump's policies may pose medium-term risk to inflation, New Zealand central bank official says

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A top New Zealand central banker said on Thursday that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's economic policies could pose a medium-term risk to inflation though the bank had not conducted any formal modelling on potential impacts.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:09:00

Microsoft faces broad antitrust investigation from U.S. FTC

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After more than a year of conducting informal interviews with competitors and business partners, antitrust enforcers have crafted a detailed request to force Microsoft to turn over information, according to people familiar with the matter. Read More

Published: 2024-11-27 22:57:51

Ex-CFTC Chair Chris Giancarlo, in running to become first ‘Crypto Czar’, says crypto ‘considerable priority’ for Trump

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"Crypto Dad" Chris Giancarlo discusses how to regulate crypto, how to not regulate crypto and how to "future proof" the U.S. dollar.

Published: 2024-11-27 22:58:09

From Project 2025 to The Trump Administration

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Bloomberg's Eric Martin discusses President-elect Trump nominating individuals with ties to Project 2025 to his incoming ...

Published: 2024-11-27 23:04:00

Thanksgiving Shootings: Map Shows Where Worst Violence Breaks Out

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Aside from violence escalating, accidental shootings also increase. Experts told us why.

Published: 2024-11-27 22:57:40

First 24-hour US stock exchange approved

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Regulators grant 24 Exchange nod for round-the-clock trading

Published: 2024-11-27 22:57:50

Sell Nvidia, Buy AMD Stock?

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Nvidia has been the clear front runner in the generative artificial intelligence race, with its stock surging 180% this year propelling it to become the world’s most valuable company with a market cap of almost $3.5 trillion. However, trading at a lofty valuation of nearly 48x consensus FY2025…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:52

Biden pushes Netanyahu to get a Gaza hostage-ceasefire deal after Lebanon truce

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President Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call on Tuesday that following the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, the focus should now be on reaching a hostage-release and ceasefire in Gaza deal, two U.S. officials told Axios. Why it matters: There are still 101…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:57:56

Trump Policies Seen Endangering US Economic Gains

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Published: 2024-11-27 22:58:18

Residents Sue Kentucky Plant for Deadly Explosion

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Two Kentucky residents have filed a lawsuit against a plant following a large explosion that resulted in widespread property damage and at least two deaths. The Lawsuit Edward Roberts and Ana Carolina Gomez Bridge filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Givaudan Flavors Corporation and its parent company,…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:42

Mexico's Sheinbaum, Trump discuss migration, security

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday that she had an "excellent" conversation with United States President-elect Donald Trump, during which they talked over Mexico's &qu...

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:38

Nate Silver Tears Into Harris Campaign Officials: 'No Will of Their Own'

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Polling analyst Nate Silver blasted Kamala Harris' campaign officials on Wednesday, saying they acted like they had "no will of their own" in a podcast interview. During their appearance on Pod Save America, Harris' campaign chair, Jen O'Malley Dillon, and Harris' senior adviser, Stephanie Cutter,…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:39

Acknowledgment of AI Hallucinations in AI Misinformation Expert's Declaration in AI Misinformation Case

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The Volokh Conspiracy Mostly law professors | Sometimes contrarian | Often libertarian | Always independent From the declaration filed today by the expert witness in Kohls v. Ellison (D. Minn.), a case challenging the Minnesota restriction on AI deepfakes in election campaigns: [1.] I am writing…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:58:02

US To Deepen Footprint In Lebanon As Part Of Ceasefire Deal

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US To Deepen Footprint In Lebanon As Part Of Ceasefire Deal Via Middle East Eye The US is set to deepen its footprint in Lebanon as part of a ceasefire deal aimed at ending more than a year of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. According to details of the agreement shared with Middle East…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:58

Companies are spending more on intellectual property. Why?

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Companies are spending more on intellectual property. Why? Share Now on: Companies are spending more on intellectual property. Why? We got a cornucopia of economic data today. The PCE price index, AKA the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation, increased 0.2% in October and is up 2.3% from a year…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:58

Cuban sugar industry demise mirrors food crisis

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By Marc Frank HAVANA (Reuters) - Cuba, which once produced millions of tons of sugar, expects to output just 300,000 metric tons of the sweetener in 2025, according to provincial media reports, as it struggles to find the resources to plant cane in a bitter symbol of agriculture's decline on the…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:36:18

Microsoft faces broad antitrust investigation from FTC

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The Federal Trade Commission has opened an antitrust investigation of Microsoft.

Published: 2024-11-27 23:08:44

Stock market today: Indexes slide as tech sell-off ends 7-day winning streak

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US stocks fell on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 snapping a winning streak amid a sell-off in tech. Dell shares dropped 12% after the company lowered guidance for the quarter. Investors took in the fresh inflation data, which bolstered bets for a December Fed rate cut. US stocks ended lower on…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:36:08

US filing: Google sent subpoenas in October 2024 to OpenAI, Perplexity AI, and Microsoft for the remedies part of the US v. Google search antitrust trial

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For the remedies phase in the Google search antitrust trial, the giant has subpoenaed three of its biggest AI rivals — OpenAI, Perplexity AI, and Microsoft. The subpoenas, sent in October, were made public on Monday through legal filings from all four companies. The disclosures came just hours…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:36:05

Thanks to poor company performance, Starbucks employees won’t be getting their full bonuses this year—and some won’t even get merit raises

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Many Starbucks employees will find their annual bonus checks noticeably lighter this year. After a dismal fiscal year, the coffee chain’s corporate workers will receive 60% year-end bonuses, Bloomberg first reported. The annual payouts, doled out in December, are based on both individual and…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:35:53

JPMorgan turns bullish and sees the S&P 500 rising 8% next year to 6,500

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JPMorgan pivoted to a bullish outlook, raising its 2025 S&P 500 target to 6,500. The bank had a long-held bearish view of the stock market, with a 2024 target of 4,200. The bank cites US exceptionalism, AI growth, and monetary easing by central banks as bullish factors next year. JPMorgan is one…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:35:43

Three killed after Tesla Cybertruck crashed and caught fire near San Francisco

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Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:35:39

Illegal Migrant Arrested for Rape 20 Miles From White House

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Police in Virginia have arrested an illegal immigrant on suspicion of raping a woman on a hiking trail in suburban Washington, D.C., around 20 miles from the White House. Herndon Police Department said Denis Humberto Navarette Romero, 31, attacked the woman just before 9 p.m. on November 18. He…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:36:08

Constrafor Raises $264 Million for Construction Finance Platform

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Construction industry software firm Constrafor has raised $264 million in a Series A round. The funding round, announced Wednesday (Nov. 27), will help the company expand its technology platform, designed to improve the relationships between subcontractors and general contractors…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:57:57

JonBenét Ramsey Case Update: Boulder Police Reject Critics' DNA Claims

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The day after Christmas will mark 28 years since 6-year-old JonBenét Ramsey was found dead in the basement of her home in Boulder, Colorado, a case still haunting law enforcement and captivating the public. "The killing of JonBenét was an unspeakable crime and this tragedy has never left our…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:35:50

Combs name-checks Trump in his latest attempt to secure bail. And the feds aren’t feeling it

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Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs name-checked Donald Trump in his latest attempt to secure bail amid his ongoing sex trafficking case.

Published: 2024-11-27 22:46:54

Investigator Finds Jacobsen Discriminated in County Hiring Decision

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Cascade County commissioners settled out of court with Rina Fontana Moore for $52,500.

Published: 2024-11-27 22:35:50

What Stores Are Open on Thanksgiving? Details on 2024 Hours

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Thursday, Nov. 28 is Thanksgiving. If you're like most people, you're probably planning to spend the day with loved ones or use the holiday as a well-deserved break to kick back and relax. Whatever your annual Turkey Day tradition is, it probably includes some type of Thanksgiving dinner. As…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:25:00

Jason Kelce Found It 'Annoying' Competing Against His Brother Travis Kelce

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Jason Kelce, 37, found success playing football for the Philadelphia Eagles, while his brother, Travis Kelce, 35, followed a similar path — only for the Kansas City Chiefs. While the siblings are incredibly close, that doesn't mean things don't get tense when they played against each other on the…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:25:03

Thanksgiving Snow: Live Tracker for All US States

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Winter weather is making for difficult travel ahead for the Thanksgiving holiday, and animated weather footage from windy.com shows the impact of poor weather for those who still have travel plans. Nearly 80 million Americans were expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, AAA reported. The…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:24:48

Mike Johnson Calls on Biden to 'Speak Up' as Trump Cabinet Picks Targeted

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House Speaker Mike Johnson called on President Joe Biden and other Democrats to "speak up" after Donald Trump's transition team said his Cabinet picks had been targeted by "violent" threats. Trump-Vance transition spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said in a statement shared Wednesday morning to X…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:24:44

Chinese Automakers Are Dethroning Their Once-Dominant Japanese Competitors

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Chinese Automakers Are Dethroning Their Once-Dominant Japanese Competitors China is doing the unthinkable and dethroning once dominant Japanese automakers, who are struggling to compete in China. China is the world's largest car market and domestic brands are dominating with a surge of electric…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:24:35

This could be one of the biggest box-office weekends since ‘Barbenheimer.’ Why? ‘MoGlicked.’

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Movie fans are expected to flock to ‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Moana 2’ this weekend

Published: 2024-11-27 22:58:10

Frankie Muniz Uncovers 'Sad' Truth Behind His Childhood Stardom

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Frankie Muniz is reflecting on the sacrifices his family made for his Hollywood dreams — and it's hitting him in unexpected ways. The 38-year-old former child star got candid on the Tuesday, November 26 episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum, sharing how his rise to fame as a kid came at…

Published: 2024-11-27 22:24:53

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