admin [ad_1] Photo: Ulrich Baumgarten via Getty Images (Getty Images) For decades, dentists and used car dealers have had their noses pressed up against the glass of private equity, wistfully watching all the fireworks of Blackstone’s leveraged buyouts and boardroom takeovers without the chance to throw their money into the pot. But no more. – Melvin … Read more
[ad_1] “I produced a steady flow of stories that played on the front page,” he wrote in his 2012 memoir, “Write Hard, Die Free,” whose title borrowed from the Hells Angels motto “Ride hard, die free.” “Every day was Christmas.” After winning the 1976 Pulitzer with the reporters Bob Porterfield and Jim Babb, Mr. Weaver … Read more
[ad_1] AMAZON Prime users have been frustrated with a new advertisement update. Last September, Amazon introduced plans to embed “limited ads” into movies and TV shows streaming on Prime Video. 1 Amazon Prime users have been frustrated with a new advertisement updateCredit: AP The retail giant said at the time the change was expected to … Read more
[ad_1] What comes to mind when you hear the name Ted? You might instantly consider the adorable yet vulgar sentient stuffed bear from the 2012 Seth MacFarlane movie of the same name (and its 2015 sequel Ted 2). Years later, these films are now joined by a prequel series of the same name, streaming on … Read more
[ad_1] As former President Donald J. Trump re-enters the political spotlight and begins campaigning in Iowa and the early Republican states, all evidence points to him handily winning the nomination. National polls have Trump at 61.3 percent nationally and 50 percent in Iowa, ahead of Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, and Vivek Ramaswamy. With that in … Read more
[ad_1] Photograph: Alamy ‘When people are so vulnerable, they often don’t even know that they’re being exploited. It’s really difficult to see who is on your side.” Leicester community activist Tarek Islam is describing the position of many workers in the city’s garment factories. Unpaid wages, unexplained dismissals, punishing working hours … he and his … Read more
[ad_1] WHILE you cannot hear anything in near-empty regions of space – that doesn’t make it odourless. Quite the opposite in fact, according to those who have return to Earth to tell the tales. 1 Astronauts aboard the International Space Station not only reported the smell of gunpower, but also that of burnt steak, after … Read more
[ad_1] Netflix continues to boast one of the best content libraries of all the streaming services. Their selection of sci-fi films ranges from well-known classics to a string of recent hits. They Cloned Tyrone, Spiderhead, and The Adam Project were all Netflix original films that debuted on the streamer’s 10 most popular movies list. Are you looking for … Read more
[ad_1] Billy Simpson can’t imagine Berkeley without People’s Park. The iconic park in this California college town was where he grew up playing. “That park is like, it’s freedom,” says Mr. Simpson. “It’s just love.” Shipping containers now line the park’s perimeter, blocking public access. A decadeslong power struggle over the best use of People’s … Read more
[ad_1] (Bloomberg) — The seemingly relentless decline in prices of Chinese goods amid tepid consumer demand is denting expectations that corporate earnings can revive the flagging stock market. Most Read from Bloomberg From electric vehicles to fast food, companies are engaging in a battle of promotions aimed at luring customers who are spooked by dim … Read more
[ad_1] A NEWLY discovered giant dinosaur species may be the closest known relative of Tyrannosaurus rex. Remains of the mighty carnivore, which lived in North America around five million years before T.rex, were examined by paleontologists. 5 This is what Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis may have looked likeCredit: SWNS 5 The giant creature had enormous teeth that … Read more
[ad_1] The Premier League has a great lineup of games this weekend, and one of the headliners is Newcastle vs Man City. Soccer fans may be interested in watching the game, and if you’re hoping to watch online, you’re in luck. You won’t find the game on any of the best live TV streaming services, … Read more
[ad_1] The uncle of a promising young surfer who took his own life has revealed the heartbreaking message left on his nephew’s suicide note. Logan Steinwede, 20, was known as a ‘super happy kid’ and was on the verge of going professional before he took his life on November 6. His death was a thunderbolt for his … Read more
[ad_1] The U.S. has become the world’s top exporter of liquefied natural gas. President Biden is finding that this superpower status comes with its own set of headaches. In the past two years, hundreds of cargoes loaded with supercooled gas departed the U.S. Gulf Coast as foreign buyers turned to America for energy supplies. Developers … Read more
[ad_1] “We know that our staff, patients, residents, partners and the public want to know the status of the investigation. They particularly want to understand what, if any, sensitive personal information has been stolen by the cyber criminals,” a spokesman for St Vincent’s Health said in a statement. “We recognise that it may be frustrating … Read more
[ad_1] A new month means Netflix will release new movies and shows in January. One of those films is Lift, a heist comedy starring Kevin Hart, Vincent D’Onofrio, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Sam Worthington. And Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon, which hit Netflix at the end of December, is still one of the most popular films on the … Read more
[ad_1] Ben AshtonPublished Jan 13, 2024, 9:53pm|Updated Jan 13, 2024, 9:55pm A child has died in hospital after an incident at a property in Darlington (Picture: North News & Pictures) A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a child suffered serious injuries and died in hospital. Emergency services rushed to a property … Read more
[ad_1] Burberry shares have fallen sharply after the luxury brand said it had failed to see the global pick-up in demand it had hoped for over the crucial Christmas season. The UK company, which has been seeking to move upmarket under a turnaround plan initiated by chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd, had previously warned on its … Read more
[ad_1] WHILE there are plenty of great deals on gaming at the moment, few are as good as getting a game for free. If you’re into games that cost nothing, Epic Games has free games up for grabs every week. 1 Sail Forth is now free to grab.Credit: Festive Vector This week you can grab … Read more
[ad_1] Zeke Jones / Digital Trends Input lag and response time might sound like very similar metrics, and it’s true they can both impact how your monitor or TV looks and feels, especially when you’re gaming. But they are very different things, and while you ideally want them to be as low as possible for … Read more
[ad_1] The suitcase had not been opened for 90 years. A suitcase left unopened in an Australian family home for 90 years has unveiled images from another world, as a ventriloquist’s archive comes to light. English journalist Thomas Frederick Parnell, better known by his stage name Frederick Russell, became “the father of modern ventriloquism” after … Read more
[ad_1] The Quaker Oats Company added more products this week to a recall that started last month over possible salmonella contamination, raising the total number of products to more than 60. Quaker Oats, which is owned by PepsiCo, initially recalled 43 products, including granola bars, cereals and various snack foods. On Thursday, the company added … Read more
[ad_1] AMAZON has urged Fire Stick owners to reset their remote when it isn’t working properly. We have detailed the little-known button combination needed to reset all the different Fire Stick remotes below. 1 Amazon first released its Fire Stick in 2014Credit: Getty Most Fire Stick remotes For the vast majority of Amazon Fire Stick … Read more
[ad_1] True Detective: Night Country “True Detective: Night Country is an immersive, surprisingly scary continuation of the HBO crime anthology series.” Pros Jodie Foster’s commanding lead performance Kali Reis, Finn Bennett, and Fiona Shaw’s memorable supporting turns Issa López’s confident, hypnotic direction Cons A few underbaked subplots throughout A finale that doesn’t completely stick its … Read more
[ad_1] The names of 187 associates of Jeffrey Epstein are scheduled to be released after years of lawsuits and criminal trials—involving powerful figures including Prince Andrew. September 21, 2015Virginia Giuffre sues Jeffrey Epstein’s ex-girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell for defamation—and later testifies that Maxwell ordered Giuffre, who was underage at the time, to give massages and have … Read more
[ad_1] Photograph: Stefan Rousseau/PA One by one, they stamp all over your dreams. In this election year, the dashed hopes will belong to Rachel Reeves. In 2010 the victim was Alistair Darling. Reeves wants to increase spending on the UK’s crumbling infrastructure should Labour win at the polls. Her commitments have become less ambitious as … Read more
[ad_1] PRINCE of Persia hasn’t seen a mainline release for over a decade, and The Sands of Time remake seems to be in development limbo. However, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is bringing the Prince back to basics with a 2D platformer that will remain long-term fans of the series’ roots. 1 The Lost … Read more
[ad_1] The AFC Wild Card round against the Cleveland Browns and the Houston Texans is looking to be a real exciting one. The game kicks off very shortly, at 4:30 p.m. EST at the NRG Stadium in Houston. The looming question is, who will win? It’s anyone’s game and both teams are looking strong. We … Read more
[ad_1] “it’s honestly not our business because we do not fucking know her,” one person said. Another person praised a remark featured in the teaser for the ”Yes, And?” music video, which involves someone discussing rumors around Ariana and saying, “I read it on the internet, so it must be true.” [ad_2]
[ad_1] Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian discusses the Federal Reserve interest rate policy and three growth stocks that could benefit from the easing conditions. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 11, 2024. The video was published on Jan. 13, 2024. Should you invest $1,000 in Palantir Technologies right now? Before you buy stock … Read more
[ad_1] A FRUSTRATED resident has revealed how she uses her Ring security cameras to catch people walking into her garden. But they act as though she’s the one in the wrong. 2 Woman says they’re not allowed to put up fences because they rent the landCredit: Reddit / @copamarigold 2 Everyone keeps going on the … Read more
[ad_1] Google Chrome, one of the most popular web browsers, underwent a significant redesign known as “Material You” a few months ago. While some users embraced the changes, others found them unappealing and disruptive to their browsing experience. If you fall into the latter category and miss the classic Chrome design, there’s good news – … Read more
[ad_1] Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian evaluates Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) stock to predict where its stock price could be in 2024. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 11, 2024. The video was published on Jan. 13, 2024. Should you invest $1,000 in Nvidia right now? Before you buy stock in Nvidia, consider this: … Read more
[ad_1] Jan. 12, 2024 10:00 am ET An unusual agreement between Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and a natural-gas driller could serve as a model for finding consensus over an issue that continues to divide much of the U.S.: fracking. Shapiro and the chief executive of CNX Resources said in November that the company would make … Read more
[ad_1] TELLY lovers can access nine extra channels this month in the latest shake-up of a popular free streaming service. And there’s something for music lovers, quiz buffs and true crime fans. 1 A channel devoted to Eggheads is among the new line-up Pluto TV is available at no cost on a number of devices, … Read more
[ad_1] Seeking a sixth consecutive AFC divisional round appearance with Patrick Mahomes under center, the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Miami Dolphins tonight in arguably the most compelling wild-card matchup of the weekend. The match starts in an hour, at 8:00 p.m. ET, Saturday January 13. Mahomes vs Tua Tagovailoa is must-watch material, which … Read more
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[ad_1] A Telegraph Media Group executive has been elevated to the company’s top finance role as the initial phase of two government-commissioned probes into the broadsheet’s sale nears its conclusion. Sky News understands that Cathy Southgate has been appointed acting chief financial officer, replacing Cormac O’Shea, who will leave next month. According to a memo … Read more
[ad_1] A HANDY Android feature looks set to make a comeback nine years after it mysteriously vanished from phones, according to reports. Lock screen widgets are rumoured to a ‘new’ feature that is currently in development, Android Authority first reported. 1 The Google Pixel tablet The feature was lost in Android 5.0, but will potentially … Read more
[ad_1] There’s something for movie lovers of all stripes on Hulu in January, which is one of the reasons why it’s among the top streaming destinations for films. This month, Hulu is welcoming the Uncharted feature film on January 15, and the streamer has already added The King of Comedy, Sommersby, and Straight Outta Compton … Read more
[ad_1] An internet-based propaganda campaign failed to convince voters in Taiwan to pick Beijing’s favorite presidential candidate Saturday, potentially showing the limits of China’s ability to sow discord ahead of the 2024 U.S. election. Taiwan’s Vice President Lai Ching-te was elected president on Saturday, as voters ignored warnings from Beijing not to support a candidate it has … Read more
[ad_1] After years of delays and safety and design disputes, Amtrak is one step closer to bringing new high-speed trains to the busy Northeast Corridor. Amtrak officials said late Friday that the new trains, which had failed an extended series of computer modeling tests, had passed on the 14th try and had been cleared by … Read more
[ad_1] Final Fantasy VII Rebirth You could make an argument this is technically a remake, as it’s the middle third of a massive project to reimagine Square’s classic 1997 RPG. However, those who played the first part will know there’s more going on here than just a straight retelling. Rebirth is an incredibly ambitious open … Read more
[ad_1] After 18 weeks of the regular season, the 2024 NFL Playoffs are set to begin with Super Wild Card Weekend. Of the 14 teams that qualified for the playoffs, only the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens earned a bye and automatically advanced to the Divisional Round. For the 12 other teams, it’s … Read more
[ad_1] Updated Jan. 13, 2024 2:37 pm ET TAIPEI—China’s least preferred candidate won Taiwan’s presidential vote on Saturday, extending the dominance of a ruling party that Beijing has denounced as a separatist force and raising the specter of four more years of geopolitical tensions around the island democracy. Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te claimed 40% … Read more
[ad_1] Scrutiny is mounting on the Issas’ running of Asda, as billions of pounds of debt bear down on the business – Jon Super The billionaire Issa brothers are trialling a four-day week at Asda as they seek to stamp out a revolt among disgruntled store managers, The Telegraph can reveal. The British supermarket giant … Read more
[ad_1] AMAZON Fire Stick owners have been given a strict warning against doing an illegal free trick. Those caught could end up in serious trouble after it was revealed around 19 per cent of people illegally streamed content over a three-month period. 1 Amazon Fire Stick owners have been warned over an illegal free trick … Read more
[ad_1] Courtesy of HBO / HBO The Sopranos was not the first TV series to explore the mob, but it did break new ground by keeping the perspective solely on Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini) and his crime family, as well as his actual family, rather than splitting the focus with law enforcement. It also allowed … Read more
[ad_1] Inflation cools but monthly expenses continue to soar – CBS News Watch CBS News Inflation has cooled from the high levels seen in 2022, but monthly necessities like rent and auto insurance have skyrocketed this year. CBS News’ Jo Ling Kent has more on the rise in costs and what that means for the … Read more
[ad_1] In today’s video, I discuss recent updates affecting Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and two growth stocks using Nvidia’s technology to develop unique artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the market prices of Jan. 11, 2024. The … Read more
[ad_1] A CHEERY iPhone owner has discovered two clever tricks to use the handset even faster. Even if you’ve had an iPhone for years, you might have missed them. 1 One trick involves unlocking the iPhone’s hidden trackpadCredit: Apple Your iPhone is packed full of secrets, but two are especially useful if you want to … Read more
[ad_1] This week marks the 25th anniversary of The Sopranos, one of the all-time great dramas that helped put HBO on the map with its original series. There were HBO shows before The Sopranos, but this is the one that was a breakout hit, and it increased HBO’s prestige and standing in the industry. Series … Read more
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[ad_1] Jan. 12, 2024 10:55 am ET It’s hard to pick the scariest part: the phones and teddy bears dropping from the sky, the shirt getting ripped off a teenager’s body or the massive hole in the side of the plane. The harrowing story of the Alaska Airlines flight that narrowly avoided disaster at 16,000 … Read more
[ad_1] CES 2024 has just ended and it revealed a whole host of technology that could change people’s lives. That includes a range of AI gadgets, which could soon enter homes. KITCHEN 3 Samsung’s AI fridge can track up to 33 items and display them to you on the fridge doorCredit: Charlotte Edwards Starting with … Read more
[ad_1] In theory, Peacock should have an unrivaled selection of sci-fi movies from the Universal Pictures film library. But in practice, Universal tends to loan out its best science fiction films to other streamers. That leaves Peacock with a mountain of dreck to sort through, including Asteroid vs. Earth, Dino King, and Lord of the … Read more
[ad_1] A PUNTER lost a £500 betting slip only for it to be cashed in miles away, as police launch an investigation. The incident happened at a bookies in Trafford, Manchester, earlier this month. 2 Manchester cops have issued a photo of a man they want to speak to in connection with the betting slipCredit: … Read more
[ad_1] A court has been told Scottish sub-postmasters who were given a criminal record as a result of the Post Office scandal have been placed in an “intolerable” position by politicians promising to pardon victims. Around 100 Scots were criminalised due to the faulty computer system but only four have so far been successful in … Read more
[ad_1] THE mystery behind “alien mummies” that sparked a Nasa probe has finally been solved. The pair of ancient “alien” corpses which turned up at the airport in Peru’s capital last October have emerged to be dolls. 4 The “alien” corpses were seized by customs officers in Peru last OctoberCredit: Eyevine 4 An X-rays and … Read more
[ad_1] Luke Larsen / Digital Trends The Vision Pro is coming. Really soon. Its release date announcement, while not technically made at CES, may as well have been. And yet, most people haven’t used the headset, and don’t know what it really does. And that’s OK. But surely the technologists at CES 2024 would be … Read more
[ad_1] By James Davey LONDON (Reuters) -Tesco, Britain’s biggest retailer, upgraded its profit outlook for the second time in four months as it reported a better-than-expected rise in underlying UK sales for the key Christmas trading period, buoyed by demand for fresh food. Shares in the supermarket group, which has a near 28% share of … Read more
[ad_1] Joelle Emerson’s D.E.I. consultancy, Paradigm, works with more than 500 companies. The growing backlash against D.E.I., she said, “is usually the first agenda item on every call.” Critics of D.E.I., or diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, have tried to scapegoat it for everything from regional bank failures to a panel’s ripping off a Boeing … Read more
[ad_1] A NEW type of influencer has been taking the internet by storm earning big bucks and racking up a “phenomenal” 250,000 Instagram followers in just six months. Aitana Lopez is a sight to behold and with her luscious pink locks, snatched waist and flawless skin she is envied by many – but she has … Read more
[ad_1] TCL NxtPaper 11 MSRP $230.00 “Though the NxtPaper 11 is a budget tablet, the body feels premium and the display is great for reading.” Pros Premium feel Lightweight and portable Anti-reflective matte display Great for reading Long-lasting battery Cons Slow performance Display still gets fingerprints and smudges Low display brightness Maximum 60Hz refresh rate … Read more
[ad_1] Love in the time of ChatGPT It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a computer must be in want of an AI girlfriend. Certainly a lot of enterprising individuals seem to think there’s a lucrative market for digital romance. OpenAI recently launched its GPT Store, where paid ChatGPT … Read more
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Buying dividend shares to earn extra income is a strategy employed by millions of investors. One common income share with UK investors is tobacco manufacturer Imperial Brands (LSE: IMB). With the Imperial Brands dividend yield currently sitting at 7.8%, owning the share could turn out to be a lucrative passive … Read more
[ad_1] HOMES look set for a lightning-fast Wi-Fi boost this year due a major change to the underlying technology. The next set of routers will not only make Wi-Fi quicker but connections should be a lot smoother too. 1 Wi-Fi connections will also be less susceptible to signal interferenceCredit: Getty However, there are some important … Read more
[ad_1] When Apple released iOS 17 in September, it brought new features, like StandBy mode and Live Stickers, to iPhones. Apple’s Maps app also got a major new feature: offline maps. With offline maps, you can download designated areas from your Maps app onto your iPhone. But before you start using the feature, how well does it … Read more
[ad_1] The 2024 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum is nearly upon us. Or rather, it is nearly upon the charming Alpine ski village of Davos, Switzerland, which every year turns itself over to thousands of well-heeled members of the global citizenry to discuss all kinds of problems they will then be pilloried for … Read more
[ad_1] Apple (AAPL) has long avoided the government-induced antitrust headaches now plaguing Big Tech rivals like Amazon (AMZN), Google (GOOG, GOOGL), and Meta (META). Until now. The Justice Department is reportedly in the final stages of deciding whether to wage a sweeping legal attack on Apple that could compound headwinds already picking up steam for … Read more