Year: 2024

Aug
26
2024
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By Lily Chang
Tim Walz may accept vice presidential nomination at Chicago Democratic Convention

Tim Walz may accept vice presidential nomination at Chicago Democratic Convention

Politics
Chicago/Washington — Tim Walz, Kamala Harris’s pick for vice president, will formally receive his nomination at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago later today, amid a tense and decisive phase of the election season. As governor of Minnesota, Walz, who is also a military veteran and a labor union supporter, has been instrumental in pushing a progressive agenda in his state. That includes broad abortion rights and significant support for family assistance programs. On the third night of the convention, an event that will also feature a speech by former President Bill Clinton, Walz will officially take the stage.…
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Aug
26
2024
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By Lily Chang
Google’s 0 million initiative to strengthen California newsrooms

Google’s $250 million initiative to strengthen California newsrooms

Science and Technology
In a game-changing move, on August 21, 2024, Google, along with a major news industry group and several key California lawmakers, unveiled a collaborative five-year plan. The initiative, set to inject up to $250 million into the state’s journalism sector, aims to address the financial strain newsrooms face as readers migrate digitally. The funding mix includes contributions from Google, state taxpayers and potentially other private sources. The strategic partnership is designed to circumvent a proposed state law that would require tech giants to compensate news outlets for the use of their content in ads on these platforms. Gov. Gavin Newsom…
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Aug
26
2024
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By Lily Chang
Key stock market movements in after-hours trading: highlights from Cava, Uber, Ross Stores, Workday and more

Key stock market movements in after-hours trading: highlights from Cava, Uber, Ross Stores, Workday and more

Investments and Business
Explore noteworthy changes in the stock market after the close of trading: Cava Group — The fast-casual restaurant chain saw its stock price rise nearly 6% after hours as its earnings beat projections. Cava’s earnings came in at 17 cents a share, beating LSEG forecasts by 4 cents, with revenue also beating expectations. Uber — Shares of the ride-sharing giant fell about 3% after announcing a long-term partnership with General Motors’ Cruise for autonomous vehicle services. The partnership aims to introduce driverless ride options to Uber’s service offerings by next year. Meanwhile, General Motors enjoyed a slight boost, with its…
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Aug
26
2024
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By Lily Chang
Austin tops the world ranking for nightlife in the U.S.

Austin tops the world ranking for nightlife in the U.S.

Culture and Entertainment
AUSTIN, Texas — From the bustling streets of Dirty Sixth Street to the vibrant Warehouse District and eclectic Red River Cultural District, Austin has been named the top nightlife destination in the United States, according to a global survey conducted by Time Out, a popular lifestyle and entertainment guide. Survey insights and methodology Time Out engaged thousands of participants in hundreds of global cities to explore and rank the world’s best nightlife spots. Respondents were asked to rate various aspects of their local nightlife scenes, including the quality and diversity of venues and events. Austin emerged as the best city…
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