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Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani claimed in court papers this week that his former interpreter is in “wrongful possession” of valuable baseball cards that rightfully belong to him. Ohtani is seeking to recover $325,000 worth of baseball cards that he claims onetime assistant Ippei Mizuhara improperly bought earlier this year, according to a U.S. district court filing by the player and his attorney, Blair Berk. Some of those stolen funds were used on collectibles, Ohtani and his lawyer said in a federal court filing on Tuesday. Japanese baseball player Shohei Ohtani speaks alongside interpreter Ippei Mizuhara at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Dec. 14, 2023. Brown / AFP - Getty Images file“Between January and March 2024, Defendant purchased approximately $325,000 worth of baseball cards at online resellers eBay and Whatnot, with payments drawn on Petitioner’s bank account,” the plaintiffs said.

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☆ Halifax County Sheriff’s Office arrests husband for the “senseless murder” of Emma Compton Layne in 2017
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Veronica Fulton | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

On Wednesday, November 27, the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office in Virginia posted on their Facebook page that an arrest was made in connection to the murder of Emma Compton Layne. “Sheriff Fred Clark announces the arrest of Russell Wayne Layne, age 67, of Nathalie, VA, for the senseless murder of his wife, Emma Compton Layne, which occurred in June of 2017,” the HCSO Facebook post states. Burton of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office told Dateline that police began their investigation and got in contact with Emma’s husband, Russell Layne, who allowed authorities to search their home. Cadaver dogs were brought in to search the home and surrounding area the day after Emma was reported missing. “Emma’s remains were found the 22nd of November.

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But Gomez, a Democrat from California, thinks his and his fellow Dads Caucus members’ focus is on point with voters, especially working-class men. And no matter what, you can’t make enough.”The caucus members, Gomez said, provide a kind of "sample and access" to American families throughout the country. According to NBC News' exit polls of 10 key states, 55% of Latino men voted for Trump. The Dads Caucus is expanding the areas they work in. … It kind of stuck with a lot of us — we were all thinking they’re fine,” he said, referring to young men.

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The FBI is investigating several bomb threats targeted at several Connecticut Congress members and a pint-size pup wins the National Dog Show. Getty ImagesFive of Connecticut’s lawmakers say they were targeted with bomb threats on Thanksgiving day, though no bombs were ultimately found. Pug love at the National Dog ShowPug at The National Dog Show. National Dog Show contestants are judged based on overall appearance, temperament and structure according to their breeds’ official standards. Staff Pick: Why the 1978 Village People song “YMCA” is topping the chartsThen-President Donald Trump dances to the song "YMCA" following a campaign rally at Erie International Airport in Erie, Pa, on Oct. 20, 2020.

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☆ Dr. Dave Weldon, Trump’s CDC Pick, Wasn’t on Anyone’s Radar
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Apoorva Mandavilli | Benjamin Mueller | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Dr. Dave Weldon, a former Republican congressman who is President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has been off the political stage for more than 15 years. Now running a private medical practice in Malabar, Fla., Mr. Weldon was hardly regarded as a leading candidate to run the federal agency, a $9 billion behemoth with a staff of more than 13,000 that has become a locus of conservative rage. Yet over the years his views have aligned in many ways with those of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Mr. Trump’s choice for health and human services secretary, and Dr. Weldon’s potential boss. The two have maintained a 25-year relationship. Like Mr. Kennedy, Dr. Weldon, 71, has claimed that some children may develop autism when vaccinated against measles because of genetics or other factors, despite dozens of robust studies that thoroughly disproved the claim.

Persons: Dave Weldon, Donald J, Weldon, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, Kennedy, Dr Organizations: Republican, for Disease Control Locations: Malabar, Fla

☆ Trump’s Cabinet Picks Have a Familiar, Traditional Look
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Vanessa Friedman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

If, during his first administration, Mr. Trump boasted of his generals from “central casting,” now, it seems, he has applied the same principle to the whole shebang. Tom Homan, his pick for “border czar,” is from “central casting,” he announced in a campaign speech. Kristi Noem, the choice for homeland security, is “beautiful,” he crowed during a rally. Matt Gaetz, the highly controversial choice for attorney general who later withdrew his name from consideration, and his wife, Ginger, are “a seriously good-looking couple,” Mr. Trump said. Not just because of the controversies over some of the names or their very public loyalty to Mr. Trump, but because of what they embody about his worldview.

Persons: Donald J, Trump, ”, Tom Homan, Kristi Noem, Matt Gaetz, Ginger, Mr, Trump’s Organizations: Trump

☆ How China Became the World’s Largest Car Exporter
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Agnes Chang | Keith Bradsher | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +11 min

How China Became the World’s Largest Car ExporterChina 5.7 million cars exported Japan Mexico Germany South Korea Top car exporters in the world United States 2016 2020 2024 China 5.7 million cars exported Japan Mexico Germany South Korea Top car exporters in the world United States 2016 2020 2024 China 5.7 million cars exported Japan Mexico Germany South Korea Top car exporters in the world United States 2016 2020 2024 Source: Alix Partners Note: 2024 values are estimated. Domestic sales 20 Exports 0 2010 2015 2020 2024 Production capacity 40 million cars Car production capacity has risen faster than sales. Mr. Wen gave him essentially a blank check to make China the world’s leader in electric cars. Last year, most of the cars China sold abroad were traditional gasoline engine cars. China has more than 100 factories with a combined capacity to build close to 40 million internal combustion engine cars a year.

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☆ As retailers enter the holiday shopping season, the winners are pulling away from the pack
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Melissa Repko | In Melissa-Repko | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Target , Kohl's and Best Buy each reported disappointing third-quarter results as early holiday deals fell short of meaningfully boosting their businesses. Choosy consumers have made the gulf between successful and struggling retailers even more stark heading into the holiday shopping season, said Neil Saunders, managing director of GlobalData Retail. That's a smaller year-over-year increase than the 3.9% jump from the 2022 to 2023 holiday season, when spending totaled $955.6 billion. Dick's and Abercrombie both hiked their full-year outlooks this week and said they expect a strong holiday shopping season. Kohl's warned it will have a deeper-than-expected drop in sales and announced a change in CEO ahead of the crucial shopping season.

Persons: Victor J, Fitch, Neil Saunders, Abercrombie, Scott Lipesky, Erik Nordstrom, Wall, John David Rainey, Rainey, Rick Gomez, Taylor Swift Organizations: Blue, Bloomberg, Getty, Walmart, Dick's Sporting Goods, Abercrombie, GlobalData, National Retail Federation, Nordstrom, CNBC, Target Locations: Clifton , New Jersey, U.S

☆ Stocks Resume Post-Election Rise
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jeff Sommer | More About Jeff Sommer | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

He linked the tariffs to what he said was the need to curb the inflow of drugs and undocumented immigrants. The S&P 500 rose 0.6 percent on Friday, closing at a new high of 6,032.38, at 1 p.m., after a day off for the Thanksgiving holiday. It was the last trading day of November, and the index rose 5.7 percent for the month, according to FactSet. That continued a surge that began even before the election, when Wall Street began to predict that Mr. Trump would win. His proposals for cutting taxes and easing the regulatory burden on businesses have been greeted with enthusiasm in the markets.

Persons: Donald J, Trump’s, Trump, — Organizations: Wall Locations: Canada, Mexico, China

☆ Why the DF-26 is one of the most dangerous missiles in China's arsenal for the US military
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Chris Panella | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The US has indicated a need to harden air bases and disperse its forces to defend against a Chinese missile strike. AdvertisementLast fall, the US Department of Defense released its annual report on China's military growth and developments. China's DF-26 "carrier killer" missile takes flight in unprecedented test footage. AdvertisementNaval power is a cornerstone of American military might, but the DF-26 threatens that, among various other targets. Related storiesThat said, growing missile stockpiles and increases in the number of launchers give the Chinese military greater flexibility, offering more options in a conflict.

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☆ Will the Markets Check Trump’s Power?
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jeff Sommer | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

The president-elect follows the markets closely. Since Election Day, a great deal of financial analysis has been devoted to one central question: How will the new Trump administration affect the markets? But another important question isn’t being asked as frequently: To what extent can the markets serve as a check on the power of the president? Given this vacuum, it’s reasonable to wonder whether the markets will play an outsize role. Yes, in a tenuous and unpredictable way, the markets are likely to influence the next administration’s decision-making and, occasionally, serve as a check on some of Mr. Trump’s most immoderate behavior.

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“Conclave” could hit the sweet spot for Oscar voters, with its blend of taut airport paperback thrills and contemporary social relevance. The first “Dune” scored 10 nominations at the 94th Academy Awards in 2022 and won six awards that night — the most of any movie in contention — including best sound, best production design, best cinematography, best film editing and best visual effects. Villeneuve is also a favorite with Oscar voters thanks to previous nominated titles like “Sicario,” “Arrival” and “Blade Runner 2049.”How to watch: Stream on Max. ‘Gladiator II’Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” conquered the Academy Awards more than 23 years ago, winning five trophies, including best picture and best actor, for Russell Crowe. ‘Wicked’The most inescapable blockbuster of the holiday season could cast a spell on Oscar voters.

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☆ Opinion | What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Motherhood
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-28 | by ( Daniela J. Lamas | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

At some point the hormones would quiet, the fascination would diminish, and I would return to my prior self. How do I reconcile this reality with the ambivalence with which I once approached motherhood? An increasing number of adults say that they are unlikely to become parents, leading to much hand-wringing over declining birthrates. For my generation — and, I’d argue, especially for women in my generation — the decision of whether to have a child has become highly fraught. It’s tied up in an understanding of all that went into making motherhood a choice that we get to make.

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☆ Despite Ozempic and RFK Jr., Uncrustables and Twinkies believe ‘very strongly that snacking continues’
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-28 | by ( Nathaniel Meyersohn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

But the owner of Twinkies and Uncrustables is predicting that nothing will be able to stop America’s insatiable hunger for snacks. “As it relates to anything in the political domain, we believe very strongly that snacking continues,” J.M. Food companies aren’t betting on Kennedy and the Trump administration to influence their businesses and Americans’ eating habits. Daniel Acker/Bloomberg/Getty ImagesSmucker believes that its food brands’ appeal and Americans’ craving for snacks will outweigh any changes Kennedy may bring. The brand includes meals high in protein and fiber that are “intended to be a companion for GLP-1 weight loss medication users and consumers focused on weight management.”

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Maps Pinpoint Where Democrats Lost Ground Since 2020 in 11 Big Cities A Times analysis shows where Kamala Harris got fewer votes compared with Joseph R. Biden Jr. and which voting blocs drove each city’s red shift. But she ended up doing worse in urban America — getting 15 percent fewer votes than Mr. Biden in some cities. She picked up just 127,000 votes in Mexican and Puerto Rican neighborhoods, 47,000 fewer than Mr. Biden earned in 2020. Mr. Trump made small gains across the board, but Ms. Harris’s losses were much steeper. While Ms. Harris matched Mr. Biden’s vote total overall, Mr. Trump made significant gains throughout the area.

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☆ Chinese yuan to hit record lows as U.S. tariff threat mounts, investment banks forecast
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-28 | by ( Anniek Bao | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

A Chinese bank worker prepares to count a stack of US dollars together with stacks of 100 Chinese yuan notes at a bank in Hefei, east China's Anhui province on March 9, 2010. STR/AFP | Getty ImagesChinese authorities are contending with a weakening yuan as global investment banks forecast the currency to hit record lows, in anticipation of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump following through with his tariff threats. That would mark the currency's weakest level on record, according to LSEG data going back to 2004. Trump had already pledged 60% or higher tariffs on Chinese goods during his election campaign. The PBOC has been supporting the value of onshore yuan by capping the daily reference rate at 7.20 on the dollar this year.

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☆ Ohio governor signs bill restricting trans students' school bathroom use
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Kaitlyn Schwanemann | Kaitlyn Schwanemann Is An Intern For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

Mike DeWine signed a bill Wednesday banning transgender students from using school restrooms that align with their gender identities. The bill also mandates that Ohio schools cannot have restrooms or locker rooms that are open to all genders, excluding family facilities or single-occupancy facilities. Instead, it will make trans people less safe and fail to increase the safety of all students,” Antonio wrote. Ohio House Republicans attached the legislation about restrooms to proposals regarding report card data for Ohio’s college credit program for high school students. “Extremist politicians are panicking because transgender students exist," Willingham-Jaggers said.

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The parade begins on West 77th Street & Central Park West at 8:30 a.m. Central Park West: Great views can be found along Central Park West from West 75th to West 61st Streets. There is no public viewing on Central Park West between West 59th & West 60th Streets, though. Great views can be found along Central Park West from West 75th to West 61st Streets. There is no public viewing on Central Park West between West 59th & West 60th Streets, though.

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☆ RFK Jr.’s Ideas on Big Pharma and Food Align With Some of Trump’s Biggest Critics
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Emily Baumgaertner | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

But if Mr. Kennedy is confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, several of his key priorities may run counter to those of an administration with a game plan bent on deregulation. Mr. Trump’s choice for White House chief of staff, Susie Wiles, comes from a lobbying firm that represented the very industries that Mr. Kennedy hopes to disrupt. When it comes to tearing down corporate capture among the giants — Big Pharma, Big Ag, Big Food, among others — Mr. Kennedy’s ideas echo those of some of the incoming Trump administration’s loudest critics. Michelle ObamaMr. Kennedy, who recently criticized Mr. Trump’s penchant for fast food, has been clear about his plans to go after ultra-processed foods that contribute to the growing rates of diabetes and obesity in the United States. Those goals sound familiar to anyone who lived through the Obama administration, when Michelle Obama started the Let’s Move!

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☆ The best reading order for Jennifer L. Armentrout's 'Blood and Ash' and 'Flesh and Fire' series
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

AdvertisementJennifer L. Armentrout is releasing the sixth "Blood and Ash" book in June 2025. Armentrout's "Blood and Ash" and "Flesh and Fire" series are interconnected, which can confuse readers. As a devoted reader of fantasy and romance books, it's no surprise I binged Jennifer L. Armentrout's New York Times bestselling "Blood and Ash" series. I've since become a huge fan of "Blood and Ash" and its companion series, "Flesh and Fire," which Armentrout has been publishing since 2021. Armentrout also created a prequel series to 'Blood and Ash'Armentrout has published a prequel series to "Blood and Ash" called "Flesh and Fire."

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Trump puts inflation on the agendaThe inflation risk stalking the markets eased over the summer, but it never really went away. It’s front and center again as investors contend with a Trumponomics crackdown on immigration, a rising trade-war risk and a potential bonanza of tax cuts. An important inflation measure comes out at 10 a.m. Eastern: the Personal Consumption Expenditures index report. Economists fear that it could add bottlenecks and costs to supply chains and reignite inflation, and that it could scramble the Fed’s policy on interest rates. next year would jump by an additional 1.1 percentage points if the Trump tariffs were fully enacted.

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☆ 'ACDC,' 'T2K,' and the Middle East: Leaked documents reveal Amazon's top cloud growth initiatives
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Eugene Kim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementInternal AWS documents obtained by BI lay out the cloud giant's growth priorities next year. Amazon Web Services recently laid out new growth initiatives that include a focus on healthcare, business applications, generative AI, and the Middle East region, according to internal documents obtained by Business Insider. These are part of the AWS sales team's priorities for next year and Amazon refers to them internally as "AGIs," short for "AWS growth initiatives," one of the internal documents shows. That was slower than Microsoft's and Google's cloud business, on a percentage basis. Generative AI Innovation CenterLast year, AWS launched a $100 million program called Generative AI Innovation Center, which connects customers with AWS's AI scientists and experts to help launch generative AI solutions.

Persons: Greg Pearson, AWS's, Patrick Neighorn, Matt Garman Frederic J . BROWN Organizations: BI, Microsoft, Google, Amazon Web Services, Business, AWS, Synergy Research, Amazon, Services, Getty, Data Centers, Forbes, Adobe, Gulf Cooperation Council, Center, Accenture, Tata Consultancy Locations: East, AFP, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Israel, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar

☆ How Will Trump’s Covid Contrarians Handle the Next Pandemic?
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Sheryl Gay Stolberg | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

But amid growing fears of a deadly bird flu pandemic, perhaps no one was more rattled than experts in infectious disease. Dr. Bhattacharya, a Stanford University medical economist and outspoken opponent of lockdowns, masking, school closures and other Covid-19 mitigation measures, and Mr. Trump’s other health picks have one thing in common. They are all considered Covid contrarians whose views raise questions about how they would handle an infectious disease crisis. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Mr. Trump’s choice for health secretary, has said he wants the N.I.H. of its role in ensuring vaccine safety, saying the agency had a “conflict of interest” because it also promotes vaccination.

Persons: Donald J, Trump, Jay Bhattacharya, Bhattacharya, Covid, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, ” Dr, Martin Makary, Dr, David Weldon Organizations: National Institutes of Health, Stanford University, and Drug Administration, Republican, for Disease Control

☆ 'Suits' actor Patrick J. Adams said his mom helped him confirm that it was time to quit and focus on family
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Erin Liam | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementPatrick J. Adams left "Suits" after realizing he only stayed for the money. Patrick J. Adams knew it was time to leave "Suits" after a conversation with his mom. While Adams left the show after the seventh season in 2018, Gabriel Macht, who plays Harvey Spector, stayed on for the final two seasons. AdvertisementFirst released in 2011, "Suits" experienced a resurgence in popularity after being rereleased on streaming platforms like Netflix. AdvertisementSimilarly, Ashley Tan left her job as a JP Morgan analyst after feeling like she was wasting her life.

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