Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny has become a global music sensation, with millions of fans worldwide. Unlike many musicians who flock to Las Vegas for concert residencies, Bad Bunny is taking on the island of Puerto Rico. On July 11th, he will begin a 30-concert run in San Juan, followed by a world tour. Bad … Read more
A prominent Georgia Republican, Brant Frost IV, is accused of running a massive Ponzi scheme that defrauded 300 investors of at least $140 million. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a civil lawsuit against First Liberty Building and Loan, which was controlled by Frost, alleging that it lied to investors about its … Read more
Italian candy and food giant Ferrero has acquired cereal maker WK Kellogg for $3.1 billion, marking a major milestone in its decade-long campaign to evolve beyond European chocolate treats and turn it into a global powerhouse in the US. Under executive chairman Giovanni Ferrero’s leadership, the company has expanded through big acquisitions in the US … Read more
A German tourist named Carolina Wilga was found alive and well in Australia’s remote Outback after being missing for 12 days. The 26-year-old backpacker had been spotted in a general store in the town of Beacon, 200 miles northeast of Perth, on June 29. Her van, equipped with solar panels and drinking water, was discovered … Read more
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. announced that its shareholders have approved the acquisition of the company by entities affiliated with Sycamore Partners Management, L.P., with approximately 96% of votes cast in favor. The deal is expected to close in the third or fourth quarter of calendar year 2025. Under the terms of the Merger Agreement, WBA … Read more
Stephen King’s 2019 thriller, The Institute, has been adapted into an MGM+ series, and Benjamin Cavell’s take is as faithful as it gets. The show follows a group of children who are kidnapped by a mysterious organization for seemingly malevolent purposes, mirroring King’s own Firestarter and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. However, like its … Read more
US stock market sees calm reaction to latest tariff threat hike from President Donald Trump. The Dow Jones Industrial Average broke its three-week winning streak, while the S&P 500 slipped away from a record high. Trump’s gradual approach may have contributed to the markets’ muted response. Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-s-p-500-and-nasdaq-point-to-losses-as-trump-hits-canada-with-tariffs/card/is-it-the-taco-trade-or-the-salami-one-a-currency-analyst-asks-YIzBBqfXTeCxycUl1A7r
The outlook for US rare earth materials production has improved on two fronts, indicating a shift towards increased domestic production. The Defense Department is investing heavily in MP Materials, which operates California’s Mountain Pass mine, by buying $400 million worth of preferred stock for a 15% stake. This move is part of the firm’s largest … Read more
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the automaker’s vehicles will soon be equipped with Grok, a generative artificial intelligence chatbot launched by his startup xAI. This follows an announcement made just one day after unveiling Grok 4, a new version of the AI model. The updated model was said to have solved “difficult, real-world engineering … Read more
For those who still seem young in their 60s and beyond, life’s secrets lie not in genetics alone, but in the little habits that make a big difference. According to Mitzi Bockmann, an NYC-based Certified Life Coach and mental health advocate, incorporating these tiny practices can boost your mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. One … Read more