Lily Chang, autor en Bean watcher

Aug

14

2024

Elon Musk’s revulsion to Trump’s presence at X is a strategic win

Donald J. Trump reactivated his presence on social media platform X on Monday morning, marking a strategic win for Elon Musk, who owns the platform and has actively encouraged the former president to resume the service. Musk’s efforts have paid off with Trump’s recent campaign video, which he shared on X, announcing his active return. In his video, Trump delivered a message of defiance against those he said were trying to silence him and, by extension, his supporters. “They’re not picking on me. They’re picking on you,” he said, setting a combative tone ahead of his scheduled live interview with…

Aug

14

2024

By Lily Chang

Jimmy Kimmel explains his decision to stop hosting the Oscars

Culture and Entertainment

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has revealed that he turned down an offer to host the Academy Awards for a fifth time due to the demanding nature of the role. In a recent podcast appearance, Kimmel explained that balancing the Oscars with his late-night talk show has proven to be a significant challenge. “When I’m focused on the Oscars, I’m less focused on the show,” Kimmel said, referring to “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” “It’s hard to find that balance.” The comedian acknowledged that hosting the Oscars is a time-consuming and demanding endeavor, requiring a great deal of dedication and preparation. He also…

Aug

14

2024

By Lily Chang

Charity auctions of new King Charles III banknotes raise more than one million dollars

Social Responsibility

In a significant philanthropic effort, the Bank of England recently announced that auctions featuring the first series of banknotes featuring the portrait of King Charles III successfully raised £914,127 (about $1.17 million) for various charities. These auctions, which included £5, £10, £20 and £50 notes, were held throughout the summer and saw considerable bidding activity. A highlight of the auctions was the sale of a £50 note, which fetched a record £26,000, while a £10 note with serial number HB01 00002 sold for an impressive £17,000. The proceeds from these auctions were distributed among the Bank of England’s designated ‘Charities…

Aug

14

2024

By Lily Chang

Elon Musk and Donald Trump to collaborate on a live broadcast on Platform X

Politics

Washington — In a significant political event, billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk will host former President Donald Trump on social media site X this Monday. Scheduled for 8 p.m. Eastern Time, the live interview could introduce new dynamics to the already contentious landscape of the U.S. presidential election. As Trump’s campaign experiences a perceived decline, this digital gathering offers him a critical platform to reclaim the spotlight. His Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, has recently gained momentum, energizing her base with dynamic appearances and gaining ground in the polls. Musk’s choice of Platform X, formerly known as Twitter, promises Trump…