Lily Chang, autor en Bean watcher

Aug

08

2024

Harris and Walz kick off campaign, directly targeting Trump’s record

At their joint inaugural rally in Philadelphia, Vice President Kamala Harris, now a presidential candidate, and her chosen candidate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, addressed a large crowd. Walz expressed his excitement about their partnership to more than 12,000 attendees, according to Harris' campaign team. "It's a privilege to join this dynamic slate," he noted, bringing a wave of excitement to the gathering. In her speech, Harris emphasized her search for a vice president who embodies a vision of a hopeful future, ultimately choosing Governor Walz for his leadership qualities and Minnesota roots. Despite his initial obscurity on the national stage,…

Aug

08

2024

By Lily Chang

Utah Jazz secures Lauri Markkanen with a 8 million contract extension

Utah Jazz secures Lauri Markkanen with a $238 million contract extension

Politics

The Utah Jazz have finalized a major five-year, $238 million contract extension with power forward Lauri Markkanen, according to recent ESPN reports Wednesday. The deal comes after much speculation about Markkanen's future following multiple offseason trade discussions. Previously, Markkanen was in the final year of a four-year, $67 million contract. The new extension, which begins next season, effectively adds five more years to his tenure with the Jazz and does not include any player or team options. This agreement includes a six-month hold on any potential trade involving Markkanen, and this restriction will be lifted immediately after the 2025 NBA…

Aug

08

2024

By Lily Chang

Harold and the Purple Crayon: a dull spectacle of vivid hues

Culture and Entertainment

Before the film adaptation was released, I was unfamiliar with "Harold and the Purple Crayon." My knowledge of Harold's adventures was nonexistent, and I had no expectations of the narrative. However, within the first ten minutes of the film, the plot trajectory became entirely predictable. While the film serves as harmless entertainment, it ultimately represents one of the more formulaic offerings in children's cinema. The film's premise is reminiscent of a simplified version of the 2023 Barbie movie. In it, Harold, a character who knows he's part of a fictional universe, is thrown into our reality. His adventure begins when…

Aug

08

2024

By Lily Chang

Significant mid-day stock movements: highlights from Kenvue, Caterpillar, Uber, CrowdStrike, and others

Investments and Business

In today's trading session, several stocks showed significant mid-day fluctuations, with companies such as Kenvue, Caterpillar, Uber, and CrowdStrike making headlines. Investors and market analysts are watching these movements closely, as they provide insights into broader market trends and individual company strategies. Kenvue shows resilience Kenvue, recently spun off from its parent company, has shown resilience in the face of a volatile market. The stock has rallied significantly, up 3.5% at midday. Analysts attribute the growth to the company’s promising quarterly earnings report and optimistic projections for the year ahead. The healthcare sector, in which Kenvue primarily operates, has been…