ESPN star Stephen A. Smith has secured a lucrative new contract worth at least $100 million over five years, which will allow him to scale back his appearances on the network while focusing on high-profile events and politics. Under the agreement, Smith will remain a regular fixture on “First Take,” but reduce his presence on … Read more
Investors are questioning the effectiveness of President Donald Trump’s tariffs strategy, citing concerns over their impact on stock markets. The “Trump put,” a term used to describe the market’s confidence in Trump’s ability to navigate trade disputes, appears to be fading. In his first joint Congress address, Trump did not mention stocks, instead focusing on … Read more
US automakers have been granted a temporary reprieve from tariffs imposed by President Trump, but experts say it’s unlikely to be enough time for the companies to adapt and minimize damage from the intensifying trade war. The one-month exemption from 25% tariffs on vehicles and auto parts traded through the North American trade agreement (USMCA) … Read more
A pathologist has proposed an unusual theory about the deaths of veteran actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, who were found dead in their Santa Fe home on February 26. Dr. James Gill believes that either Hackman or Arakawa may have died from a “broken heart” due to the shock of finding each … Read more
A South Korean court has ordered the release from jail of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is facing insurrection charges for declaring martial law in December. However, President Yoon was not immediately freed as prosecutors have a week to appeal the ruling. The Seoul Central District Court ruled that prosecutors had violated procedural rules … Read more
Broadcom Inc., a major player in the artificial-intelligence (AI) sector, has seen its stock price surge after delivering guidance that exceeded investor expectations. The company’s upbeat earnings outlook is coming at a time when investors have become increasingly cautious about AI stocks due to industry-wide challenges. As an application-specific integrated circuits provider, Broadcom has benefited … Read more
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover has made an unexpected discovery that could change our understanding of the Red Planet’s past habitability. Researchers found high levels of aluminum associated with the mineral kaolinite in a pile of unusual white rocks, suggesting ancient Mars was warmer, wetter, and potentially more hospitable to life. Purdue University’s Roger Wiens led … Read more
Augusta native Maurice Johnson will play the lead role of Dr. Ted Richardson in “Beyond the Gates,” a new CBS daytime soap opera centered around a powerful Black family living in an upscale Maryland neighborhood. The show, which premiered on Feb. 24, has already seen success with Nielsen ratings beating General Hospital in its time … Read more
Repealing the taxation of Social Security benefits would have severe consequences for the program’s finances. The current system, which applies an income tax to beneficiaries on a sliding scale, generates significant revenue for both Social Security and Medicare. According to estimates, about half of Social Security beneficiaries pay no tax on their benefits due to … Read more
The non-profit behind iconic children’s TV show Sesame Street is planning significant layoffs and changes to its benefits and bonus program. The decision comes after staff announced plans to unionize, citing the need for workers to have a voice in decisions affecting their job security and fair pay. The move follows months of uncertainty, including … Read more