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☆ The Olivia Nuzzi-RFK Jr. story is still spinning out — and New York mag staffers have questions
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

As news of the Olivia Nuzzi-RFK Jr. scandal tore through media and government circles over the past week, with increasingly titillating details emerging, those inside the New York magazine fold began to wonder about their own fallout. In a note to readers, New York called it a "violation of the magazine's standards around conflicts of interest and disclosures." Nuzzi said in a statement to The New York Times that the relationship wasn't physical. She is currently on leave from the magazine, and the magazine is conducting a more thorough third-party review. AdvertisementNew York mag didn't say who was conducting the third-party review or what additional information it hoped to learn from it.

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☆ Employers are increasingly tracking staff in the return-to-office world. One academic says surveillance at work has its good, bad, and ugly.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-24 | by ( Nora Redmond | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Go to newsletter preferencesSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. There was a brief period during the pandemic and the years after it when hybrid work, four-day workweeks, and flexible hours gave employees more power than ever before. And now, employee surveillance is on the rise. "That might create high staff turnover rates," he said, "and there are all sorts of costs associated with recruiting staff." Overall, Kayas held that whether staff surveillance is good or bad, or right or wrong, comes down to whether you're asking the employee or the employer.

Persons: —, JPMorgan Chase, Leo Lukenas III, BofA, Oliver Kayas, Kayas Organizations: Service, Business, Street Journal, Bank of America, JPMorgan, of America, Army, Liverpool John Moores University, Citigroup

The latest poll finds Harris and Trump roughly even with independent likely voters – Harris at 45% to Trump at 41% - with a gender gap that is centered among independents. Harris is well ahead among likely voters younger than 30 (55% support her to 38% who favor Trump), and among Black (79% Harris to 16% Trump) and Latino (59% Harris to 40% Trump) likely voters. Likely voters overall say they trust Trump over Harris to handle the economy (50% Trump to 39% Harris), immigration (49% Trump to 35% Harris) and foreign policy (47% Trump to 40% Harris). Likely voters generally favor Harris’ approach on abortion and reproductive rights (52% Harris to 31% Trump), uniting the country (43% Harris to 30% Trump), and protecting democracy (47% Harris to 40% Trump). Likely voters include all registered voters in the poll weighted for their predicted likelihood of voting in this year’s election.

Persons: Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Harris, SSRS, Libertarian Chase Oliver, Jill Stein, Trump, Harris ’, That’s, Joe Biden, – Harris, outpacing Trump, Trump’s, Tim Walz, Ohio Sen, JD Vance, Hillary Clinton, Clinton Organizations: CNN, Trump, Libertarian, Green Party, Democratic, Independent, White, Minnesota Gov, Voters, Republican

☆ Zachary Quinto knows how to play the villain. Now, he gets to be the hero in ‘Brilliant Minds’
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-23 | by ( Max Gao | Max Gao Is A Freelance Entertainment | Sports Journalist Based In Toronto. He Has Written For Nbc News | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +9 min

While exploring the wonders of the human mind, Dr. Wolf and his team of young interns must grapple with their own mental health. Quinto had just come off making his West End debut in a play about the political debates between Gore Vidal and William F. Buckley Jr. “A big part of this season’s story is Dr. Wolf starting to live his life, and what that might look like romantically is an interesting question as well.”Zachary Quinto in "Brilliant Minds." Quinto was staggered to learn of Rodemeyer’s death and said he was forced to confront his own hypocrisy. “The legacy of storytelling with him, my connection to him, and the fact that he’s a part of this show is really, really moving and meaningful to me.”For more from NBC Out, sign up for our weekly newsletter.

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☆ European soccer roundup: Erling Haaland scores 100th Manchester City goal in controversial game against title rival Arsenal
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-23 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

The two sides met at City’s Etihad Stadium on Sunday with both teams eager to strike first in this year’s title race. Just before half-time, Arsenal attacker Leandro Trossard committed a foul before kicking the ball across the pitch, earning a controversial second yellow card. Matt West/ShutterstockAfter being reduced to 10 players, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta adopted a highly defensive shape to try and protect the lead. “I think the win belongs to the players and for our fans,” Fonseca said after the game. A chaotic first half saw visiting Wolfsburg take a 3-2 lead before Piero Hincapié leveled things up shortly after half-time.

Persons: Erling Haaland, Pep Guardiola’s, Rodri, Riccardo Calafiori, Gabriel Magalhães, Leandro Trossard, Trossard, Michael Oliver, Matt West, Mikel Arteta, John Stones, Kyle Walker, ”, Robert Lewandowski, Ayoze Pérez, Pablo Torre, David Ramos, –, Marc, André ter Stegen, Blancos, Thibaut Courtois, Dani Carvajal, Rodrygo, Vinícius Jr, Mbappé, Carlo Ancelotti’s, Atlético, Matteo Gabbia, Christian Pulisic, Yann Sommer, Milan's Tijjani Reijnders, Alessandro Bastoni, Marco Luzzani, Federico Dimarco, Gabbia, Paulo Fonseca, ” Fonseca, we’ve, Serie A’s, Michael Olise, Jamal Musiala, Harry Kane, Serge Gnabry, Christina Pahnke, ” Kane, Kane’s, Xabi, Piero Hincapié, Victor Boniface Organizations: CNN, England’s Premier League Arsenal, Manchester, Premier League, City’s Etihad, Arsenal, Gunners, Londoners, City, BBC Radio, BBC Sport, La Liga Barcelona, Villarreal, La Liga, Torre, Catalans, Real Madrid, Espanyol, Madrid hasn’t, Barcelona, Serie, Italy’s, Milan, Internazionale, Derby, San, US, Inter, Torino, Hellas Verona, Germany’s Bundesliga, Bayern, Bundesliga, Dinamo Zagreb, Champions League, Werder Bremen, Getty, Bayer Leverkusen, Wolfsburg, Leverkusen Locations: Villareal, Raphinha, Milan, Bayern Munich, lederhosen, AFP

☆ The RFK Jr.-Nuzzi relationship had reportedly become an open secret in some circles before the news broke
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-23 | by ( Madeline Berg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Following the initial news, The Daily Beast reported that the relationship between the star reporter, 31, and the Kennedy scion, 70, had been somewhat of an open secret. Nuzzi initially denied the affair, the Daily Beast added, though that clearly didn't hold up with whatever evidence Haskell had. AdvertisementThat corroborates the original reporting on the affair from Oliver Darcy's newsletter Status, in which he said Kennedy "boasted" about the relationship. According to The Daily Beast, at least some sexts were sent.

Persons: —, Olivia Nuzzi, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, it's, Kennedy, Semafor's Ben Smith, David Haskell, Nuzzi, Haskell, Oliver Darcy's, Puck, Dylan Byers, Ryan Lizza, Byers, Lizza, Corey Lewandowski's Organizations: Service, New York Magazine, Business, Daily, New Yorker, Yorker, RFK Jr Locations: New York, Washington

☆ Poll: Newly popular Harris builds momentum, challenging Trump for the mantle of change
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-22 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Mark-Murray-Circle-Byline-Template.Jpg | Mark Murray | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +10 min

Two-thirds of voters say their family income is falling behind the cost of living, and voters ranked the cost of living as their top concern in the election. Harris leads on abortion, fitness and change; Trump is ahead on the key issues of the border and inflationThe NBC News poll also tests Harris and Trump on 13 different issues and presidential qualities. But in this new poll, Harris is now at 48% positive, 45% negative (+3). And 66% of voters say their family’s income is falling behind the cost of living. Meanwhile, 65% of voters say the country is on the wrong track, compared to just 28% who say it’s heading in the right direction.

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☆ Man City 2 Arsenal 2 – Controversial red, quick free kicks and rivalry ignited in classic
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-22 | by ( Sam Lee | James Mcnicholas | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +11 min

John Stones sends Man City back to the top of the table 🔝#MCIARS pic.twitter.com/XY8DbUAVDD — Premier League (@premierleague) September 22, 2024Is this now a proper rivalry? AdvertisementThe tussle at the top of the Premier League is hotting up. Gabriel’s header to put them 2-1 up made it 31 Premier League goals they’ve scored from corners since the start of the 2022-23 season. I’m expecting 100 Premier League games to be 10 against 11 or nine vs 10 this season. Tuesday, September 24: Watford (H), Carabao Cup, 7.45pm BST, 2.45pm ETSaturday, September 28: Newcastle United (A), Premier League, 12.30pm BST, 7.30am ETWhat next for Arsenal?

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☆ 'I agonized over it': Behind the scenes with the reporter who uncovered the RFK Jr./Olivia Nuzzi story
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-20 | by ( Peter Kafka | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

After you put out your story and New York magazine put out a statement, Nuzzi put out her own statement, which might change the way people perceive the story. And as New York magazine said, I think they're taking this pretty seriously. Since we're having a media business conversation now: I was surprised when you launched that you made this a subscription product. There is lots of media journalism out there that is for free. So this stuff is expensive, and if you want to support good journalism, I think you should pay for it.

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☆ Britain's ultra-wealthy are threatening to exit en masse ahead of proposed tax changes
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-20 | by ( Karen Gilchrist | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +9 min

They're just a few of the destinations trying to lure away the U.K.'s uber wealthy ahead of proposed changes to the country's divisive non-dom tax regime. They will also be prevented from avoiding inheritance tax on assets held in trust. The majority (83%) cited inheritance tax on their worldwide assets as their key motivator for leaving, while 65% also referenced changes to income and capital gains tax. Where the wealthy are movingIt comes as other countries are shaking up their tax regimes to incentivize wealthy investors. Ultra-wealthy U.K. citizens, who are typically highly active in the super-prime market, are also in "wait and see" mode ahead of possible changes to capital gains and inheritance tax.

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☆ Katy Perry's '143' doesn't have a single redeeming song
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-20 | by ( Callie Ahlgrim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Read previewIf you're a pop-music fan who spends time on the internet, you'll probably see a slew of negative reviews for Katy Perry's new album, "143." Lester Cohen/WireImageEven if you set aside the allegations against Dr. Luke, "143" doesn't make a strong case for his input. Without them, Dr. Luke and his new associates have created a pop vacuum, completely devoid of heart and personality. "Gimme Gimme," the second track featuring 21 Savage, immediately recalls the plinky snoozefest of Justin Bieber's "Changes," particularly the Quavo duet "Intentions." Final grade: 1.8/10Katy Perry's new album "143" consists of 11 standard tracks.

Persons: —, you'll, Katy Perry's, Perry, they'd, Luke, Rocco Valdes —, Dr, hadn't, Kesha, countersued, Alex Cooper, Valdes, Aaron Joseph, Vaughn Oliver, Theron Thomas, Luke's, Kemosabe signees, Perry didn't, Katy Perry, Cirkut, Lester Cohen, Max Martin, Benny Blanco, Savage, Justin Bieber's, Luke disciple Kim Petras, Kylie Minogue knockoff, JID, who's, We're, syrupy, Kim Petras Organizations: Service, Business, Kemosabe Records, Capitol Records, Capitol Records Worth, Press Locations: California

☆ Ranking Week 4’s top 10 college football games: From NC State-Clemson to Tennessee-Oklahoma
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-20 | by ( Justin Williams | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +10 min

The sport dips its toes this weekend with ranked matchups in the Big Ten, Big 12 and SEC featuring College Football Playoff favorites and some remaining question marks. Let’s rank the top 10 games of Week 4, starting with a few honorable mentions and counting down. San Jose State (3-0) at Washington State (3-0), Friday, 10 p.m., The CWWhat a win for Wazzu last week. Line: Auburn -3GO DEEPER College football Week 4 oddly specific predictions: Rolling with road favoritesHow about Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils? 6 Tennessee (3-0) at No.

Persons: John Mateer, Jake Dickert, Ken Niumatalolo, Grayson McCall, CJ Bailey, Cade Klubnik, Alex Hicks Jr, Sam Pittman, Hank Brown, Kenny Dillingham, ASU —, Sam Leavitt, Skattebo, Tyler Shough, ESPN Mario Cristobal’s, Cam Ward, Byrum Brown, Sam Navarro, Fox, Dylan Raiola, Patrick Mahomes, Raiola, haven’t, Alex Orji, Davis Warren, D’Anton Lynn, Cam, Doak Walker, Ollie Gordon, Alan Bowman, Bowman, Collin Oliver, Josh Heupel, Joe Rexrode, Joe, ”, Nico Iamaleava’s, Jackson Arnold, Nic Anderson, Andrel Anthony, Brent Venables ’, Norman, Aaron M Organizations: College, Big, SEC, College Football, Rutgers, Virginia Tech, Navy, TCU, SMU, San, San Jose State, Washington State, Wazzu, Apple, Cougars, WSU, Spartans, Air Force, North Carolina State, Clemson, ABC, NC, Wolfpack, Louisiana Tech, Lousiana Tech, App, Tigers, ACC, App State, USA, Auburn, ESPN, CBS, Arkansas, Arkansas ’, New, College football, Sun Devils, ASU, Texas State, Texas Tech, Abilene Christian, Georgia Tech, ESPN2 Georgia Tech, VMI, Syracuse, Jackets, Cardinals, Austin Peay, Jacksonville State, Notre Dame, Louisville, Miami, Hurricanes, FBS, USF, Alabama, Bulls, Tide, Nebraska, Illini, Cornhuskers, Illinois, USC, Michigan, Wolverines, LSU, Ohio State, Penn State, Oklahoma State, Fox, Baylor, Utes, Kansas State, Sooners, ESPN’s, GameDay Locations: North Carolina, Memphis, SMU , Iowa, Minnesota, San Jose, Washington, Tennessee, Georgia, Arkansas, New Mexico, Auburn, Texas, North Texas, Louisville, South Florida, Tampa, Miami, Illinois, Nebraska, Lincoln, Michigan, Ohio, Oregon, Penn State , Nebraska, Utah, Fox Utah, Stillwater, Kansas, Arizona, Oklahoma

☆ Case for the Bank of England to go further and faster with rate cuts: Oliver Wyman
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCase for the Bank of England to go further and faster with rate cuts: Oliver WymanHuw van Steenis, vice chair of Oliver Wyman and former advisor to Mark Carney, discusses the Bank of England's decision to hold interest rates at its September meeting and the impact of public sector pay rises.

Persons: Oliver Wyman Huw van Steenis, Oliver Wyman, Mark Carney Organizations: Bank of England, Bank of

☆ New York magazine writer Olivia Nuzzi placed on leave after disclosing RFK relationship
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Brian Stelter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

The person said the relationship was emotional and digital in nature, not physical. In a statement to CNN, Nuzzi said her relationship with a reporting subject had “turned personal” and that she regretted not disclosing it to the publication. “Earlier this year, the nature of some communication between myself and a former reporting subject turned personal. “The relationship was never physical but should have been disclosed to prevent the appearance of a conflict. According to the magazine, Nuzzi “recently” acknowledged a relationship with a reporting subject, which was a “violation of the magazine’s standards around conflicts of interest and disclosures.”“Had the magazine been aware of this relationship, she would not have continued to cover the presidential campaign,” the New York magazine statement added.

Persons: Olivia Nuzzi, Nuzzi, “, Robert F, Kennedy, Jr, Donald Trump, “ Mr, Oliver Darcy, ” Nuzzi, Nuzzi “, ”, ” “ Organizations: New, New York CNN, New York, CNN, Trump Locations: New York, Status

☆ Disney is ditching Slack after hackers gained access, and some employees aren't happy. Read the CFO's memo.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Lucia Moses | Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewDisney is gearing up to stop using the messaging platform Slack, causing apparent grumblings in some corners of the company. Some of the workers complained about an apparent plan to transition to Microsoft Teams, a Slack rival, according to the screenshots. Read the full memo from Disney's CFOFellow Employees and Cast Members, Collaboration is at the heart of our employee culture. Our technology teams are now managing the transition off Slack by the end of Q1 FY25 for most businesses, with DX and more complex use cases following in Q2 FY25.

Persons: —, Slack, Hugh Johnston, Oliver Darcy, Disney's Slack, Hugh, they'd Organizations: Service, Business, Disney, Wired, Street Journal, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft

☆ The Fed goes big — a nice jumpstart to lowering mortgage rates and boosting housing plays
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( Jeff Marks | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

The Fed was widely expected to lower short-term interest rates, but the 25 basis points versus 50 debate raged right up until the announcement. Mortgage rates: We talked last week during our September Monthly Meeting about how housing activity can start to pick up when mortgage rates fall off their cycle highs to somewhere in the range between 5% and 6.5%. However, what the data shows is how sensitive activity is to every dip in mortgage rates. THE ABOVE INVESTING CLUB INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY , TOGETHER WITH OUR DISCLAIMER . NO FIDUCIARY OBLIGATION OR DUTY EXISTS, OR IS CREATED, BY VIRTUE OF YOUR RECEIPT OF ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INVESTING CLUB.

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Shogun and Hacks were among the big winners last night, along with The Bear, The Traitors, and others. Below, we've put together everything you need to know about where to watch Shogun, Hacks, and other Emmy winners. Hacks also impressed, racking up multiple wins, including Outstanding Comedy Series. Where to watch ShogunShogun, based on the 1975 James Clavell novel, is the first non-English-language series to win Outstanding Drama. Check price at Peacock TVWhere to watch The Daily ShowThe Daily Show won two Emmys this year, including Outstanding Talk Series.

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☆ Why these Gulf states want to be AI superpowers
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-16 | by ( Nell Lewis | Rym Bendimerad | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

“There’s huge investments going into (AI) in the Middle East,” said Stephen Anderson, Middle East strategy and markets leader at PwC, speaking to CNN at last week’s Global AI Summit (GAIN) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Energy demand from AI, data centers and cryptocurrencies could double by 2026, according to the International Energy Agency. Gulf states are investing heavily in AI as they look to diversify their economies. Last year, the UAE unveiled a tool called Jais and Saudi Arabia has developed the Arabic chatbot ALLaM. Challenge of governanceOne of the major hurdles with the development of AI is public perception and governance: how should AI and data be regulated safely, securely, ethically and fairly?

Persons: “, ”, Stephen Anderson ,, Anderson, We’re, ” Anderson, Nick Studer, Oliver Wyman, Studer Organizations: CNN, United Arab Emirates, PwC, AI, Google, Energy, International Energy Agency, ”, Saudi, AI Authority, Oliver Wyman Group, International Telecommunication Union Locations: UAE, Stephen Anderson , Middle, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Qatar

☆ ‘Shōgun’ makes history and other standout moments from the Emmy Awards
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-16 | by ( Sandra Gonzalez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

In all, the series picked up four awards, including history-making individual acting honors for its two stars Sanada and Anna Sawai. John Oliver thanks his late dogJohn Oliver at the 76th Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. You’re very good girls, you’re very good boys, and you all deserve a treat!”John Leguizamo stands up for progressJohn Leguizamo at Sunday's Emmy Awards. Despite my name, I come in peace.” – Will Smith, a English writer and producer and winner of outstanding writing for a drama series for “Slow Horses,” referencing that moment from the Oscars. Nine times out of ten, I’m right.” – Steve Martin“Welcome everybody to the 76th Emmy Awards — also known as broadcast TV’s biggest night for honoring movie stars on streaming services.” – Dan Levy, who hosted alongside dad Eugene a solid – if not safe – show

Persons: Shōgun, Justin Marks, Hiroyuki Sanada, Chris Pizzello, “, ”, Sanada, Anna Sawai, Sawai, ” Richard Gadd, Richard Gadd, I’d, Lisa Colón, Zayas, Liza Colon, Jae, Tina, Meryl Streep, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Carol Burnett, ” Candice Bergen, ’ Candice Bergen, Kevin Winter, Murphy Brown, Candice Bergen, she’s, Bergen, Dan Quayle, Murphy, Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, Martin Short, John Oliver, Danny Moloshok, Sarah McLachlan, ” Oliver, John Leguizamo, Mario Anzuoni, Reuters John Leguizamo, Leguizamo, “ She’s, Kathy Bates “, ” – Will Smith, Nicole Kidman, Steve Martin “, —, ” – Dan Levy, Eugene Organizations: CNN, Voters, Republican, Peacock, Reuters, New York Times Locations: Los Angeles

☆ New Zealand’s Bird of the Year: A shy penguin wins after campaign filled with memes and tattoos
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-15 | by ( Associated Press | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Wellington, New Zealand (AP) – It’s noisy, smelly, shy – and New Zealand’s bird of the year. This year’s victor, the hoiho — its name means “noise shouter” in the Māori language — is a shy bird thought to be the world’s rarest penguin. Aspiring bird campaign managers — this year ranging from power companies to high school students — submit applications to Forest & Bird for the posts. While anyone in the world can vote, Forest & Bird now requires electors to verify their ballots after foreign interference plagued the contest before. The following year, Forest & Bird was forced to clarify that a flurry of votes from Russia appeared to be from legitimate bird-lovers.

Persons: John Oliver, ”, Emma Rawson, Nicola Toki, Bird, —, Charlie Buchan, Jane Goodall, Phil Keoghan, “, Emily Bull, Bull despaired, Hayden Parsons, –, Rawson, “ There’s, ” Bull Organizations: New Zealand, Forest, New, rugby, Victoria University of Wellington, Bird Locations: Wellington, New Zealand, New, South, Chatham, —, Aotearoa, Dunedin, Russia

Learn moreLet us show you everything you need to know about where to watch a free Azerbaijan F1 live stream wherever you are in the world. As also detailed in our season-long free F1 live stream guide, we can help you watch every race this season via similar options to today's. How to watch free Azerbaijan F1 live streams with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one. How to watch Azerbaijan F1 live stream in the USESPN is covering the remaining Formula 1 races this season . Check price at FuboHow to watch Azerbaijan F1 live stream in the UKWant a free option?

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☆ Buy stocks like Nvidia to cash in on the AI data center wave, Bank of America says
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-14 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Bank of America highlighted a host of stocks that are worth snapping up — including a few names benefiting from the artificial intelligence and data center revolution. Johnson Controls "Best-in-class data center assets and change is coming. … Leading position in data centers JCI is on track to generate ~$4bn from data centers, or ~14% of revenue in FY24E. JCI's data center exposure compares to Trane Technologies' ~4% and Carrier's ~3%, by our estimate. … We rate Broadcom Buy due to its high-quality diversified exposure to secular product cycles in the smartphone, cloud data center, telecom and enterprise storage markets."

Persons: Alexander Waters, Waters, Dycom, Johnson, it's, Andrew Obin, Obin, George Oliver, Vivek Arya, Arya's, Arya Organizations: America, CNBC, Bank of, National Grid, Broadcom, Nvidia, Johnson, Dycom Industries, government's Broadband Equity, Dycom, JCI, Johnson Controls, VMware, Industries, Trane Technologies Locations: FY24E

The first ballots of the 2024 general election are heading to voters, as Alabama officials started mailing them out Wednesday. Alabama requires that voters have a reason to vote by mail, such as being absent from the county or working during Election Day. In 2022, just over 45,000 voters cast absentee ballots, accounting for roughly 3% of all the state's ballots. Officials in Alaska, Idaho, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Arkansas, Minnesota, South Dakota, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming, Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, Mississippi, Oregon, and Vermont will begin sending mail ballots later this month. And Virginia voters will be the first to cast in-person ballots in significant numbers, with early in-person voting kicking off on Sept. 20.

Persons: Robert F, Kennedy Jr, Donald Trump, Kennedy, Kamala Harris, Jill Stein, Chase Oliver Organizations: Voters, ., North Carolina, Republican, Trump Locations: Alabama, . North Carolina, North Carolina, Alaska , Idaho , Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin , Arkansas, Minnesota, South Dakota, Virginia, West Virginia , Wyoming , Colorado , Louisiana , Maryland , New Jersey , Oklahoma, Rhode Island , Texas , Mississippi , Oregon, Vermont

☆ Samuel Alito and his wife were the honored guests of a German princess and enjoyed a spot of luxe castle living in 2023: report
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-10 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

According to The Times report, the princess hosted Alito and his wife Martha-Ann in July 2023 at her 500-room castle, St. Emmeram Palace, in southeastern Germany. Advertisement"He is pro-life in a time where the majority follows the culture of death," the princess said of Alito. In his 2023 disclosure, Thomas amended his disclosures from 2019 to reflect the luxury trips he received from Crow. AdvertisementStricter ethics rules were adopted in March 2023, requiring Supreme Court justices to disclose any gifts, trips, or meals they may have accepted. A representative for Alito didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider, sent outside business hours.

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The U.S.-recognized winner of Venezuela’s presidential election on July 28, Edmundo González Urrutia, fled to Spain as President Nicolás Maduro heightened his repression campaign and issued a warrant for his arrest. As human rights abuses and the dismantling of democratic institutions intensified under Maduro, President Donald Trump followed with “maximum pressure” sanctions in an attempt to squeeze him out of office. A Venezuela election body stacked with Maduro backers has declared Maduro the winner of the country’s July 28 election but refused to release vote tallies. Biden resumed deportations of Venezuelans as a condition of the election negotiations with Maduro. “If you want to do something about migration, what you should not do is help make things worse for Venezuelans,” Rodriguez said.

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