10 days ago
Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson faced backlash from the NFL world after getting ejected from the Week 6 game against the Las Vegas Raiders. He appeared to spit on Raiders tight end Brock Bowers, right after the Bills received a defensive holding penalty in the second quarter.
But Gardner-Johnson came to his senses pretty quickly. Talking to the media inside the locker room, he acknowledged that what he did was wrong. He let his emotions take control in the heat of the moment. That's certainly something that no veteran should do. Hence, he took to his Instagram Story and shared an apology.
"I want to take a moment to address my actions and sincerely apologize to my opponent, my teammates, my organization, and everyone who supports me," Gardner-Johnson wrote. "My passion and competitive nature have always been a huge part of who I am, but I also understand that there is a line that should never be crossed. The gesture I made toward my opponent was inappropriate, unnecessary, and not a reflection of the respect I have for him or this game."
Gardner-Johnson further noted that there's "no excuse" for spitting on his opponent, regardless of the intensity of the competition. He is playing his eighth season this year, making him a responsible figure in the Bills locker room.
Hear directly from C.J. Gardner-Johnson as he addresses the incident that's dividing the NFL world. Subscribe for the full story behind the controversy.
#game #room
But Gardner-Johnson came to his senses pretty quickly. Talking to the media inside the locker room, he acknowledged that what he did was wrong. He let his emotions take control in the heat of the moment. That's certainly something that no veteran should do. Hence, he took to his Instagram Story and shared an apology.
"I want to take a moment to address my actions and sincerely apologize to my opponent, my teammates, my organization, and everyone who supports me," Gardner-Johnson wrote. "My passion and competitive nature have always been a huge part of who I am, but I also understand that there is a line that should never be crossed. The gesture I made toward my opponent was inappropriate, unnecessary, and not a reflection of the respect I have for him or this game."
Gardner-Johnson further noted that there's "no excuse" for spitting on his opponent, regardless of the intensity of the competition. He is playing his eighth season this year, making him a responsible figure in the Bills locker room.
Hear directly from C.J. Gardner-Johnson as he addresses the incident that's dividing the NFL world. Subscribe for the full story behind the controversy.
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20 days ago
EXCLUSIVE: Over decades at Disney, Mary Fossier employed the full force of the law against individuals and organizations that attempted to infringe on the House of Mouse's intellectual property. Now, after being canned by then Bob Iger-run company in late 2024, the ex-associate General Counsel is turning the law on Disney in a just filed discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination action.
Claiming she was fired in a round of layoffs "to make way for a younger and less qualified colleague," 29-year Disney vet Fossier's own attorneys claim their client "has been devastated both economically and emotionally by her wrongful discharge."
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#iger
Claiming she was fired in a round of layoffs "to make way for a younger and less qualified colleague," 29-year Disney vet Fossier's own attorneys claim their client "has been devastated both economically and emotionally by her wrongful discharge."
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#iger
20 days ago
When will Sean "Diddy" Combs will be released from prison after serving his sentence on federal prostitution convictions? And why does the release date keep changing?
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Singer Keshia Chanté Addresses Rumors That Drake Is Her Baby's Dad: 'We Were Talking About It Yesterday'
Cardi B Cancels BZR WKND Jamaica Headlining Set, 'Appreciates the Love & Support From Her Fans in Jamaica'
Mariska Hargitay Praises Taylor Swift's Acting - and 'Best Cookies' - on Emmys 'SVU' Set
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Mariska Hargitay Praises Taylor Swift's Acting - and 'Best Cookies' - on Emmys 'SVU' Set
#diddy #combs #keshia #rumors
23 days ago
For Cham's latest launch, designer Christy Cham traded the usual fashion dinner for something a lot more revealing.
On Friday night, the brand took over one of the Sunset Strip's storied addresses, celebrating its intimates launch with a late-night party at the Body Shop in West Hollywood.
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#body
On Friday night, the brand took over one of the Sunset Strip's storied addresses, celebrating its intimates launch with a late-night party at the Body Shop in West Hollywood.
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#body
1 month ago
On September 8, 2026, Reuters reported that ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) plans to work with major customers. It includes Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE:TSM), Nvidia, Intel, Samsung, and SK Hynix to adapt its next-generation "High NA" extreme ultraviolet lithography tools so they can print larger data-center chips. It addresses a current limitation where the newer machines use a smaller mask than ASML's widely deployed standard EUV tools.
ASML targets a pilot production line using the larger masks by 2031 and high-volume manufacturing readiness by 2033. Chief technology officer Marco Pieters said these changes could lift the productivity of these systems by roughly 40%.
The larger-mask project could create a new growth opportunity for ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) while helping TSMC manufacture larger AI chips more efficiently. ASML plans to use its High NA EUV tools to handle chips as large as today's biggest data-center processors. The business expects the larger masks to increase system productivity by 40%. It could scale up demand for its next-generation equipment and help TSMC improve the economics of producing increasingly large and complex chips.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE:TSM)'s planned use gives ASML a clear path toward commercializing the technology. TSMC plans to introduce High NA EUV into advanced-node high-volume production from 2030. ASML aims to show its larger-mask technology through a pilot line in 2031. TSMC's commitment could give ASML greater visibility into future equipment demand. Early use could help TSMC maintain its advanced-chip manufacturing advantage.
The collaboration could solidify both companies' positions as chipmakers develop larger and more powerful processors. ASML can extend its High NA roadmap beyond its current chip-size limitation. TSMC can prepare its manufacturing processes for the next generation of AI chips. The partnership gives ASML an opportunity to deepen its relationship with one of its largest customers and gives TSMC access to a technology that could support future advanced-chip production.
#asml #technology #plans #next
ASML targets a pilot production line using the larger masks by 2031 and high-volume manufacturing readiness by 2033. Chief technology officer Marco Pieters said these changes could lift the productivity of these systems by roughly 40%.
The larger-mask project could create a new growth opportunity for ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) while helping TSMC manufacture larger AI chips more efficiently. ASML plans to use its High NA EUV tools to handle chips as large as today's biggest data-center processors. The business expects the larger masks to increase system productivity by 40%. It could scale up demand for its next-generation equipment and help TSMC improve the economics of producing increasingly large and complex chips.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE:TSM)'s planned use gives ASML a clear path toward commercializing the technology. TSMC plans to introduce High NA EUV into advanced-node high-volume production from 2030. ASML aims to show its larger-mask technology through a pilot line in 2031. TSMC's commitment could give ASML greater visibility into future equipment demand. Early use could help TSMC maintain its advanced-chip manufacturing advantage.
The collaboration could solidify both companies' positions as chipmakers develop larger and more powerful processors. ASML can extend its High NA roadmap beyond its current chip-size limitation. TSMC can prepare its manufacturing processes for the next generation of AI chips. The partnership gives ASML an opportunity to deepen its relationship with one of its largest customers and gives TSMC access to a technology that could support future advanced-chip production.
#asml #technology #plans #next
1 month ago
The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) lost a key New Jersey water-quality certification for Northeast Supply Enhancement, or NESE, after a September 8 federal appeals court ruling reported by Reuters on September 9. The Third Circuit vacated the certification and returned the matter to state regulators. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) said that, at this time, it did not expect the ruling to adversely affect construction or the anticipated in-service timeline.
The project, which Reuters described as costing approximately $1 billion, expands the existing Transco network through Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) continues to target fourth-quarter 2027 service. The investment question is whether the permit review can be resolved quickly enough to protect both that schedule and the economics of the investment.
The commercial rationale rests on delivering additional gas into a constrained market. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) says demand continues to grow in areas including Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island. Planned capacity of approximately 400,000 dekatherms per day would expand the system's ability to serve those markets.
NESE also builds on existing infrastructure. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) plans pipeline loops, compressor work, and connections to the Transco system. Those connections give the added capacity access to an established transportation network and regional delivery points, although substantial construction remains necessary.
The remand leaves a route for reconsideration by New Jersey regulators. For The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB), the favorable scenario is a replacement certification that addresses the court's findings without requiring substantial redesign or disrupting the construction sequence.
#williams #NYSE #jersey #construction
The project, which Reuters described as costing approximately $1 billion, expands the existing Transco network through Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) continues to target fourth-quarter 2027 service. The investment question is whether the permit review can be resolved quickly enough to protect both that schedule and the economics of the investment.
The commercial rationale rests on delivering additional gas into a constrained market. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) says demand continues to grow in areas including Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island. Planned capacity of approximately 400,000 dekatherms per day would expand the system's ability to serve those markets.
NESE also builds on existing infrastructure. The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB) plans pipeline loops, compressor work, and connections to the Transco system. Those connections give the added capacity access to an established transportation network and regional delivery points, although substantial construction remains necessary.
The remand leaves a route for reconsideration by New Jersey regulators. For The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:WMB), the favorable scenario is a replacement certification that addresses the court's findings without requiring substantial redesign or disrupting the construction sequence.
#williams #NYSE #jersey #construction
1 month ago
The Jacksonville Jaguars are hosting a month-long celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month throughout September, launching community outreach programs and student-athlete recognition under the banner "Somos DUUUVAL."
The initiative addresses the growth of the Hispanic and Latino community in Northeast Florida through youth sports, literacy outreach, and leadership initiatives.
Adriel Rocha, the Jaguars vice president of community impact and youth development, emphasized the initiative's focus on community service and culture. "Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder of the rich culture, contributions and leadership of the Hispanic community and through Somos DUUUVAL, the Jaguars strive to celebrate and strengthen that spirit in Jacksonville," Rocha said. "Through a month-long series of initiatives for the Hispanic community, we are harnessing the power of service to strengthen connections and make a lasting difference in this community."
As part of the initiative, Jaguars PREP, the foundation's youth programming branch, partnered with Ticketmaster and Farah & Farah to host two youth football camps focused on athletics and leadership skills.
Nearly 350 students in third through fifth grades at BridgePrep Academy and Englewood Elementary School are participating.
#hispanic #month #heritage #somos
The initiative addresses the growth of the Hispanic and Latino community in Northeast Florida through youth sports, literacy outreach, and leadership initiatives.
Adriel Rocha, the Jaguars vice president of community impact and youth development, emphasized the initiative's focus on community service and culture. "Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder of the rich culture, contributions and leadership of the Hispanic community and through Somos DUUUVAL, the Jaguars strive to celebrate and strengthen that spirit in Jacksonville," Rocha said. "Through a month-long series of initiatives for the Hispanic community, we are harnessing the power of service to strengthen connections and make a lasting difference in this community."
As part of the initiative, Jaguars PREP, the foundation's youth programming branch, partnered with Ticketmaster and Farah & Farah to host two youth football camps focused on athletics and leadership skills.
Nearly 350 students in third through fifth grades at BridgePrep Academy and Englewood Elementary School are participating.
#hispanic #month #heritage #somos
2 months ago
New York Fashion Week occurs twice a year; once in February and once in September.
Each year brings a star-studded front row, with celebrities donning sky-high platform shoes, towering headdresses, and more out-there looks.
InStyle gathered 10 of the wildest and most memorable celebrity appearances, below.
Every year, twice a year, New York Fashion Week is a feast for all of the senses. You find yourself craning your neck left and right at whiplash speed just to take in all of the sumptuous looks sauntering down the runway, ID'ing the supermodels, and hoping for a glimpse of the star-studded front row. If you're really lucky, you may find yourself backstage, where you have a chance to inhale the hairspray that holds the looks together and swatch the lipsticks that define them; or you may find yourself in a showroom, tentatively running your fingers across a hand-embroidered beaded gown. And you can't forget the afterparties, where you'll more than likely be treated to a caviar-encrusted chicken nugget and a bespoke designer **** tail.
It shouldn't be surprising, then, that it's difficult to stand out in such a flurry of beauty and creativity. But a handful of celebrities have managed to leave an indelible mark on NYFW history. Teyana Taylor and Julia Fox consistently arrive in some of the most head-turning looks in the crowd, while Lil Nas X's pink feathered headdress extended high into the heavens (and back into the second row) at Christian Cowan in 2013. Famous kids also snag coveted front row seats—North West made her NYFW debut at the tender age of two.
#year #twice
Each year brings a star-studded front row, with celebrities donning sky-high platform shoes, towering headdresses, and more out-there looks.
InStyle gathered 10 of the wildest and most memorable celebrity appearances, below.
Every year, twice a year, New York Fashion Week is a feast for all of the senses. You find yourself craning your neck left and right at whiplash speed just to take in all of the sumptuous looks sauntering down the runway, ID'ing the supermodels, and hoping for a glimpse of the star-studded front row. If you're really lucky, you may find yourself backstage, where you have a chance to inhale the hairspray that holds the looks together and swatch the lipsticks that define them; or you may find yourself in a showroom, tentatively running your fingers across a hand-embroidered beaded gown. And you can't forget the afterparties, where you'll more than likely be treated to a caviar-encrusted chicken nugget and a bespoke designer **** tail.
It shouldn't be surprising, then, that it's difficult to stand out in such a flurry of beauty and creativity. But a handful of celebrities have managed to leave an indelible mark on NYFW history. Teyana Taylor and Julia Fox consistently arrive in some of the most head-turning looks in the crowd, while Lil Nas X's pink feathered headdress extended high into the heavens (and back into the second row) at Christian Cowan in 2013. Famous kids also snag coveted front row seats—North West made her NYFW debut at the tender age of two.
#year #twice
2 months ago
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are attempting to prepare for the postseason by winning the National League West and attempting to catch the Milwaukee Brewers for the best record in the National League. Manager Dave Roberts wants his team to be in a position to secure their third consecutive World Series ****** le throughout October.
"Really excited about getting him (De Paula) here; he's earned it."
Dave Roberts addresses the media ahead of the #Dodgers series opener in Miami. pic.twitter.com/iZqNH4GLU2
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are attempting to prepare for the postseason by winning the National League West and attempting to catch the Milwaukee Brewers for the best record in the National League. Manager Dave Roberts wants his team to be in a position to secure their third consecutive World Series ****** le throughout October.
"Really excited about getting him (De Paula) here; he's earned it."
Dave Roberts addresses the media ahead of the #Dodgers series opener in Miami. pic.twitter.com/iZqNH4GLU2
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2 months ago
Sophie Cunningham has become one of the most talked-about figures in women's basketball. Whether on or off the court, Cunningham's outspoken personality has built a large following for herself and has recently added a new platform to that reach.
The Indiana Fever guard launched a podcast called "No Hesitation" alongside trainer Drew Hanlen. Her debut episode was released on Thursday. During that episode, she addresses the storytelling path she believes the WNBA media should tread. Also, she highlights things she could do differently if she held certain governmental powers over the game.
Jul 15, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
So far in the season, Cunningham has averaged 8.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.3 ***** ists per game, demonstrating her central role to her team's success all-year-long. During the show, Cunningham touched on players' remuneration, the WNBA media coverage, and even the outgoing commissioner's office. An NFL-themed X page, Franco Vision, shares snippets from the conversation.
"We're always as players going to want more money, and as owners they're always not going to want to give it to you…"When it comes to media coverage, I think that we have good coverage now. Yes, it can always be better. Yes, it can be bigger."
#fever
The Indiana Fever guard launched a podcast called "No Hesitation" alongside trainer Drew Hanlen. Her debut episode was released on Thursday. During that episode, she addresses the storytelling path she believes the WNBA media should tread. Also, she highlights things she could do differently if she held certain governmental powers over the game.
Jul 15, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
So far in the season, Cunningham has averaged 8.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.3 ***** ists per game, demonstrating her central role to her team's success all-year-long. During the show, Cunningham touched on players' remuneration, the WNBA media coverage, and even the outgoing commissioner's office. An NFL-themed X page, Franco Vision, shares snippets from the conversation.
"We're always as players going to want more money, and as owners they're always not going to want to give it to you…"When it comes to media coverage, I think that we have good coverage now. Yes, it can always be better. Yes, it can be bigger."
#fever
2 months ago
By Nate Raymond
Sept 8 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday upheld an injunction blocking an Internal Revenue Service policy that allowed it to share thousands of taxpayers' addresses with immigration authorities, saying the Trump administration's practice violated federal law.
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the IRS last year disclosed roughly 47,000 taxpayer addresses to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under a procedure adopted as part of the administration's efforts to expand immigration enforcement.
The IRS and U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, did not respond to requests for comment.
Under an agreement between the agencies, the IRS in July 2025 began processing ICE requests for the last known addresses of as many as 1.28 million people suspected of unlawfully residing in the United States.
#immigration #addresses #court #last
Sept 8 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday upheld an injunction blocking an Internal Revenue Service policy that allowed it to share thousands of taxpayers' addresses with immigration authorities, saying the Trump administration's practice violated federal law.
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the IRS last year disclosed roughly 47,000 taxpayer addresses to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under a procedure adopted as part of the administration's efforts to expand immigration enforcement.
The IRS and U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, did not respond to requests for comment.
Under an agreement between the agencies, the IRS in July 2025 began processing ICE requests for the last known addresses of as many as 1.28 million people suspected of unlawfully residing in the United States.
#immigration #addresses #court #last
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Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) is recalling 27,185 of its Air luxury sedans in the U.S. because an exterior lighting circuit could overheat and raise the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on August 28.
NHTSA told owners to park outside and away from structures until a fix is deployed and warned the overheating circuit could also knock out exterior lighting, raising crash risk too. Lucid already released a free over-the-air software update, and NHTSA said 20,719 of the affected vehicles had received it before the announcement.
The recall is Lucid's largest ever, covering more cars than it delivered in all of 2025, when it handed over 15,841 vehicles. It follows a May recall of 2,039 vehicles over lost drive power and a January recall of more than 10,000 vehicles over rearview camera problems.
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID)'s top line continues to grow despite its operational challenges, as second-quarter revenue jumped 56% year over year to about $405 million and 44% sequentially. The growth was helped by higher deliveries, a better product mix, a 3.7% increase in average selling price, and $25 million in additional regulatory credit sales. This growth gives Lucid a stronger revenue base as management works to improve the firm's basic economics.
New CEO Silvio Napoli has also introduced a specific turnaround plan with measurable targets. His operational reset plans to generate $1.4 billion in cash-flow improvements this year. It directly addresses problems such as premature product launches, inadequate service investment, and slow responses to quality issues. A more disciplined approach could help Lucid reduce execution problems and rebuild investor confidence.
#lucid #recall #problems #group
NHTSA told owners to park outside and away from structures until a fix is deployed and warned the overheating circuit could also knock out exterior lighting, raising crash risk too. Lucid already released a free over-the-air software update, and NHTSA said 20,719 of the affected vehicles had received it before the announcement.
The recall is Lucid's largest ever, covering more cars than it delivered in all of 2025, when it handed over 15,841 vehicles. It follows a May recall of 2,039 vehicles over lost drive power and a January recall of more than 10,000 vehicles over rearview camera problems.
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID)'s top line continues to grow despite its operational challenges, as second-quarter revenue jumped 56% year over year to about $405 million and 44% sequentially. The growth was helped by higher deliveries, a better product mix, a 3.7% increase in average selling price, and $25 million in additional regulatory credit sales. This growth gives Lucid a stronger revenue base as management works to improve the firm's basic economics.
New CEO Silvio Napoli has also introduced a specific turnaround plan with measurable targets. His operational reset plans to generate $1.4 billion in cash-flow improvements this year. It directly addresses problems such as premature product launches, inadequate service investment, and slow responses to quality issues. A more disciplined approach could help Lucid reduce execution problems and rebuild investor confidence.
#lucid #recall #problems #group
2 months ago
The Seattle Seahawks have a new injury concern just days before opening the 2026 season against the New England Patriots.
Starting safety Ty Okada did not participate in practice, according to Seattle's Week 1 injury report. No injury had previously been publicly identified for Okada, making his absence one of the more noteworthy developments on the Seahawks' first report ahead of Wednesday night's opener.
Twenty-four hours earlier, Mike Macdonald had been mum about giving any injury updates during a press conference, noting Sunday's official reporting would suffice.
The report did not list a game-status designation for Okada. The injury column shown on the initial report also did not specify what kept him out of practice.
Heavy will update this story as soon as Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald addresses the media and provides any additional information on Okada's status.
#england
Starting safety Ty Okada did not participate in practice, according to Seattle's Week 1 injury report. No injury had previously been publicly identified for Okada, making his absence one of the more noteworthy developments on the Seahawks' first report ahead of Wednesday night's opener.
Twenty-four hours earlier, Mike Macdonald had been mum about giving any injury updates during a press conference, noting Sunday's official reporting would suffice.
The report did not list a game-status designation for Okada. The injury column shown on the initial report also did not specify what kept him out of practice.
Heavy will update this story as soon as Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald addresses the media and provides any additional information on Okada's status.
#england
2 months ago
President Trump is set to speak on the first night of the Republican National Committee's (RNC) convention in Dallas on Sept. 9.
"The Greatest RALLY of them all," Trump wrote on Truth Social Friday. "I'll be speaking on night one, and hanging around for an earlier closing, and lots of music, on night two!!! See you in Dallas."
Vice President Vance is set to deliver his keynote address on the second and final night of the conference alongside Trump's closing remarks. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Attorney General Todd Blanche and former press secretary Karoline Leavitt are set to deliver more keynote addresses throughout the convention.
Trump had previously said in an August statement, "I will be with you both nights, and rarin' to go. See you in Dallas!"
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will be among those in attendance.
#dallas #president #Attorney
"The Greatest RALLY of them all," Trump wrote on Truth Social Friday. "I'll be speaking on night one, and hanging around for an earlier closing, and lots of music, on night two!!! See you in Dallas."
Vice President Vance is set to deliver his keynote address on the second and final night of the conference alongside Trump's closing remarks. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Attorney General Todd Blanche and former press secretary Karoline Leavitt are set to deliver more keynote addresses throughout the convention.
Trump had previously said in an August statement, "I will be with you both nights, and rarin' to go. See you in Dallas!"
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will be among those in attendance.
#dallas #president #Attorney
2 months ago
McDonald's India deleted a run of posts from its verified X (Twitter) account on Sunday. Written in the first person, they claimed an unpaid intern was owed ₹60,000, then promoted a meme coin.
The drama arrived at a low point for the stock. McDonald's Corporation (MCD) closed Friday at $255.69, its weakest level in a year. However, Wall Street has not followed it down.
The account said the writer interned at McDonald's India and ran several of the company's Asian social media handles. It named a manager, Amit Joshi, and said no salary had arrived since December 2025.
A later post revised that date to May, an inconsistency that fueled doubt. Another put the outstanding sum above ₹60,000, roughly $650. One said meme coin trading losses had left the writer starving daily.
Final messages promoted a token and shared crypto wallet addresses, before noting that fees had been claimed. McDonald's India pulled the thread and answered with a meme of a dog holding a phone.
#meme #promoted #coin
The drama arrived at a low point for the stock. McDonald's Corporation (MCD) closed Friday at $255.69, its weakest level in a year. However, Wall Street has not followed it down.
The account said the writer interned at McDonald's India and ran several of the company's Asian social media handles. It named a manager, Amit Joshi, and said no salary had arrived since December 2025.
A later post revised that date to May, an inconsistency that fueled doubt. Another put the outstanding sum above ₹60,000, roughly $650. One said meme coin trading losses had left the writer starving daily.
Final messages promoted a token and shared crypto wallet addresses, before noting that fees had been claimed. McDonald's India pulled the thread and answered with a meme of a dog holding a phone.
#meme #promoted #coin
2 months ago
Ondo Finance has filed three comment letters with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), arguing that existing U.S. regulations already have room for products built on blockchain technology, they just need to be applied differently.
The letters, published Sep. 2, cover three separate rulemaking areas: perpetual futures product definitions, portfolio margining, and market data reporting.
Each letter addresses a different rule, but the underlying argument is the same across all three: regulators should judge whether a system works, not whether it looks like the one it's replacing.
Related: Cathie Wood buys millions in popular crypto stock on Chelsea FC deal
Perpetual futures, or "perps," are contracts that let traders bet on an ***** et's price without the contract ever expiring. Traditional futures use expiration dates to force prices to converge with the underlying ***** et.
#commission #whether #finance
The letters, published Sep. 2, cover three separate rulemaking areas: perpetual futures product definitions, portfolio margining, and market data reporting.
Each letter addresses a different rule, but the underlying argument is the same across all three: regulators should judge whether a system works, not whether it looks like the one it's replacing.
Related: Cathie Wood buys millions in popular crypto stock on Chelsea FC deal
Perpetual futures, or "perps," are contracts that let traders bet on an ***** et's price without the contract ever expiring. Traditional futures use expiration dates to force prices to converge with the underlying ***** et.
#commission #whether #finance
2 months ago
Barron Trump reportedly developed a strong connection with Andrew Tate before the controversial influencer was arrested in Miami in July 2026.
According to Barron's friend Justin Waller, who's referred to himself as a "third Tate brother," the college student "admired" Tate and eventually connected with him over Zoom. During their call, Barron and Tate allegedly bonded over a conspiracy theory that claimed Romanian authorities were trying to silence Tate and his brother, Tristan.
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#brother
According to Barron's friend Justin Waller, who's referred to himself as a "third Tate brother," the college student "admired" Tate and eventually connected with him over Zoom. During their call, Barron and Tate allegedly bonded over a conspiracy theory that claimed Romanian authorities were trying to silence Tate and his brother, Tristan.
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#brother
2 months ago
Everton's pursuit of Folarin Balogun has collapsed at the final stage, leaving David Moyes and the club's recruitment team with a major problem after a dramatic deadline day twist. According to The Athletic, the United States international decided against completing the move after late complications, despite Everton having already pushed deep into the process with Monaco.
This was far from a routine transfer that simply ran out of time. Everton had worked to renegotiate terms with Monaco after concerns emerged during Balogun's medical. They then filed a dealsheet with the Premier League in an attempt to secure the extra window needed to finish the paperwork beyond the 11pm BST deadline. Even then, the expectation around Finch Farm was that a route remained open. Instead, Balogun chose not to continue and left without signing.
For Everton, that detail matters. This was not a case of Monaco pulling away or the numbers becoming impossible. The club had stayed at the table, tried to reshape the structure and remained hopeful that an agreement could still be salvaged. In the end, the player made the call.
The timing makes the setback even more severe. Everton had already allowed Beto to leave for Fiorentina, a significant decision in itself given the need for reliable depth in attacking areas. Iliman Ndiaye has also moved on to Manchester City, further reducing the options in the final third. Tyrique George has arrived permanently from Chelsea, while Jack Grealish has returned on loan from Manchester City, but neither development truly addresses the obvious need for a central striker ready to carry the line.
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#monaco #city #already
This was far from a routine transfer that simply ran out of time. Everton had worked to renegotiate terms with Monaco after concerns emerged during Balogun's medical. They then filed a dealsheet with the Premier League in an attempt to secure the extra window needed to finish the paperwork beyond the 11pm BST deadline. Even then, the expectation around Finch Farm was that a route remained open. Instead, Balogun chose not to continue and left without signing.
For Everton, that detail matters. This was not a case of Monaco pulling away or the numbers becoming impossible. The club had stayed at the table, tried to reshape the structure and remained hopeful that an agreement could still be salvaged. In the end, the player made the call.
The timing makes the setback even more severe. Everton had already allowed Beto to leave for Fiorentina, a significant decision in itself given the need for reliable depth in attacking areas. Iliman Ndiaye has also moved on to Manchester City, further reducing the options in the final third. Tyrique George has arrived permanently from Chelsea, while Jack Grealish has returned on loan from Manchester City, but neither development truly addresses the obvious need for a central striker ready to carry the line.
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#monaco #city #already
2 months ago
Patriots Bring Back Familiar Lineman In Revealing Roster Move originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Ben Brown's separation from the New England Patriots lasted only a few days. New England brought the veteran offensive lineman back Tuesday as part of another round of roster changes.
Brown was released during final roster construction after dealing with an injury in the preseason. His return restores a trusted interior reserve who already knows New England's system and provides experience at multiple positions.
The Patriots also added rookie linebacker Erick Hunter to the active roster. The two signings filled their 53-man roster following an unusually active stretch of waiver claims, releases and practice-squad additions.
Brown's return might not create the attention of a major trade, but it addresses a practical concern.
#nesn #back #lineman
Ben Brown's separation from the New England Patriots lasted only a few days. New England brought the veteran offensive lineman back Tuesday as part of another round of roster changes.
Brown was released during final roster construction after dealing with an injury in the preseason. His return restores a trusted interior reserve who already knows New England's system and provides experience at multiple positions.
The Patriots also added rookie linebacker Erick Hunter to the active roster. The two signings filled their 53-man roster following an unusually active stretch of waiver claims, releases and practice-squad additions.
Brown's return might not create the attention of a major trade, but it addresses a practical concern.
#nesn #back #lineman
2 months ago
A workout video that Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, shared with the world has received a harsh online reception.
Pirro, 75, on Tuesday became the latest Trump administration official to film and post their exercise routine, following in the footsteps of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Pete Hegseth, Sean Duffy, Kash Patel, and Mehmet Oz. It wasn't immediately clear if Pirro was the first woman to join in on the trend.
The former Fox News host captioned the video of her bench pressing: "10 reps of 45 lbs. My morning workout preparing to fight crime in DC."
Before her set on the Smith machine, Pirro addresses the camera, saying, "Good morning, Brian." It wasn't clear who she was addressing.
In the 19-second video, which speeds up during her reps, the theme music from Rocky IV plays.
#clear
Pirro, 75, on Tuesday became the latest Trump administration official to film and post their exercise routine, following in the footsteps of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Pete Hegseth, Sean Duffy, Kash Patel, and Mehmet Oz. It wasn't immediately clear if Pirro was the first woman to join in on the trend.
The former Fox News host captioned the video of her bench pressing: "10 reps of 45 lbs. My morning workout preparing to fight crime in DC."
Before her set on the Smith machine, Pirro addresses the camera, saying, "Good morning, Brian." It wasn't clear who she was addressing.
In the 19-second video, which speeds up during her reps, the theme music from Rocky IV plays.
#clear
2 months ago
Barcelona have completed a deal that few saw coming, agreeing terms to sign **** nal striker Gabriel Jesus for a fee in the region of €10 million.
Now, Fabrizio Romano has laid out the full financial breakdown of the transfer, confirming that documents have been exchanged between the two clubs.
The Italian journalist states that the agreement includes a €10 million fixed fee, up to €4 million in add-ons, and a 20% sell-on clause that gives **** nal a stake in any future sale.
Furthermore, Jesus is due to land in Barcelona today for his medical and to put pen to paper on a contract running until June 2028, with an option to extend further.
Gabriel Jesus' Barcelona transfer addresses a specific gap in Hansi Flick's squad.
#jesus #gabriel #romano
Now, Fabrizio Romano has laid out the full financial breakdown of the transfer, confirming that documents have been exchanged between the two clubs.
The Italian journalist states that the agreement includes a €10 million fixed fee, up to €4 million in add-ons, and a 20% sell-on clause that gives **** nal a stake in any future sale.
Furthermore, Jesus is due to land in Barcelona today for his medical and to put pen to paper on a contract running until June 2028, with an option to extend further.
Gabriel Jesus' Barcelona transfer addresses a specific gap in Hansi Flick's squad.
#jesus #gabriel #romano
2 months ago
California's "monumental problem" with rampant fraud is about to get significantly worse, according to Republican state ******* emblyman Carl DeMaio, after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill that he warns will crack down on people investigating scammers.
Officially ******* led "Privacy for immigration support services providers," the new law creates privacy protections for immigration support service providers, employees and volunteers, including shielding their addresses and imposing penalties on those who publish their images on social media. DeMaio told Fox News Digital the bill amounts to criminalizing investigative journalism and works to "silence citizen journalists and shield taxpayer-funded organizations from public scrutiny."
"What does the Stop Nick Shirley Act do? It basically makes it illegal for a citizen journalist to document fraud of taxpayer money and post that on the internet in the form of an internet video," he said.
Newsom signed the bill into law last week, and it is set to take effect Oct. 1. DeMaio told Fox News Digital that he and a "coalition of civil liberty protectors" are prepared to file a lawsuit challenging the law.
Dems Ripped For 'Stop Nick Shirley Act' That Could 'Shield' Fraud And Abuse In California
#newsom #digital #nick #shirley
Officially ******* led "Privacy for immigration support services providers," the new law creates privacy protections for immigration support service providers, employees and volunteers, including shielding their addresses and imposing penalties on those who publish their images on social media. DeMaio told Fox News Digital the bill amounts to criminalizing investigative journalism and works to "silence citizen journalists and shield taxpayer-funded organizations from public scrutiny."
"What does the Stop Nick Shirley Act do? It basically makes it illegal for a citizen journalist to document fraud of taxpayer money and post that on the internet in the form of an internet video," he said.
Newsom signed the bill into law last week, and it is set to take effect Oct. 1. DeMaio told Fox News Digital that he and a "coalition of civil liberty protectors" are prepared to file a lawsuit challenging the law.
Dems Ripped For 'Stop Nick Shirley Act' That Could 'Shield' Fraud And Abuse In California
#newsom #digital #nick #shirley
2 months ago
The New England Patriots ' defense under Bill Belichick was built around preparation, repetition, and making practice uncomfortable. Now, Matt Patricia is revealing how far that philosophy went. The goal was never to make practice look clean but to make game-day chaos feel familiar before players ever stepped onto an NFL field.
That meant coaches intentionally created situations they knew would happen on Sundays. Defenders were asked to grab. Offensive linemen faced simulated penalties. Pass rushers practiced against players jumping offside. Even the scout team was instructed to make life harder.
Nov 29, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick addresses the media after the second half of the game against NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images
Patricia explained the unusual approach on August 28 in a discussion with Julian Edelman. The former Patriots defensive coordinator said the Patriots deliberately recreated difficult game situations during practice because players needed to experience those moments repeatedly before facing them for real.
"Defensively, there's three things that can happen on the play. You can break it up, he can catch it, or they're going to get a PI.
#Patriots
That meant coaches intentionally created situations they knew would happen on Sundays. Defenders were asked to grab. Offensive linemen faced simulated penalties. Pass rushers practiced against players jumping offside. Even the scout team was instructed to make life harder.
Nov 29, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick addresses the media after the second half of the game against NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images
Patricia explained the unusual approach on August 28 in a discussion with Julian Edelman. The former Patriots defensive coordinator said the Patriots deliberately recreated difficult game situations during practice because players needed to experience those moments repeatedly before facing them for real.
"Defensively, there's three things that can happen on the play. You can break it up, he can catch it, or they're going to get a PI.
#Patriots
2 months ago
Being in the midst of a sports reality show really isn't what you'd expect it to be. But then again, "Welcome to Wrexham" isn't like any other sports reality show, so I shouldn't be too surprised by how things turned out.
I ***** umed it would be an experience marked by intrusive camera crews recording our mundanity, which a melodramatic editing process would twist until everybody on the show was an embarrassing meme. Instead, it must be said that the camera crews are positively lovely, accepted within both the club and the town as friends, not an unfortunate necessity.
Rather than create shock value, the show is remarkably good at selecting people and themes. It reflects what I experience, both as a fan of the club and a resident of Wrexham. To illustrate this, consider the one moment in all five seasons which I felt was inauthentic. It came early on, when Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds' representative, Humphrey Ker, endured a disastrous introduction to the players and manager, Dean Keates.
• Wrexham targeting 'quality not quantity' as team boss addresses calls for attacking transfers
• Wrexham bid farewell to back-to-back promotion hero following record-breaking signing
#Reality #crews #club #back
I ***** umed it would be an experience marked by intrusive camera crews recording our mundanity, which a melodramatic editing process would twist until everybody on the show was an embarrassing meme. Instead, it must be said that the camera crews are positively lovely, accepted within both the club and the town as friends, not an unfortunate necessity.
Rather than create shock value, the show is remarkably good at selecting people and themes. It reflects what I experience, both as a fan of the club and a resident of Wrexham. To illustrate this, consider the one moment in all five seasons which I felt was inauthentic. It came early on, when Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds' representative, Humphrey Ker, endured a disastrous introduction to the players and manager, Dean Keates.
• Wrexham targeting 'quality not quantity' as team boss addresses calls for attacking transfers
• Wrexham bid farewell to back-to-back promotion hero following record-breaking signing
#Reality #crews #club #back
2 months ago
On August 21, Apollo Global Management (NYSE:APO) disclosed in a letter that hackers gained unauthorized access to some of its cloud platforms between July 6 and July 10, exposing names, dates of birth, addresses, and Social Security numbers. The breach lands weeks after Apollo told investors its **** ets under management had crossed $1 trillion for the first time, a milestone built in part on convincing individuals and retirees to trust the firm with their money. Now Apollo has to convince some of those same people it can protect their data too.
Apollo's second quarter showed why the growth story still has legs. **** ets under management reached $1.05 trillion, up 25% year over year, while fee-related earnings hit a record $785 million, also up 25%, and management fees climbed 23% as third-party money kept arriving across credit and equity strategies. Origination volume totaled $74 billion for the quarter, pushing the trailing 12-month figure to nearly $320 billion, and that tally does not yet include the $35 billion financing Apollo arranged for Broadcom's new AI computing platform, the largest private credit deal ever recorded, since Apollo only books revenue once financing closes rather than when it is announced.
CEO Marc Rowan frames Apollo's opportunity as bigger than private equity or credit alone. He argues the industry's client base is expanding from a single source of institutional demand into six categories, including individuals, insurance companies and 401(k) plans, and Apollo is building toward that shift with daily net **** et value pricing on its credit products and a partnership with Intercontinental Exchange that has already **** igned more than 2,000 identifiers to Apollo **** ets. Performance backs up the pitch: Apollo's Fund X has generated a 21% net internal rate of return, well ahead of the 14% industry benchmark for its 2023 vintage.
The breach is the more immediate problem, and it fits a pattern. Reuters has reported that dozens of financial institutions, including Uber and Levi Strauss, were recently targeted by the same kind of ransom-seeking hackers, who built fake websites designed to steal passwords from employees at private equity and financial firms through phone-based social engineering rather than any technical exploit. Apollo says its investigation is ongoing and it has found no evidence yet that the stolen information has been posted publicly or used for identity theft, and it is offering affected individuals free credit monitoring and identity protection.
#management #Equity #billion #july
Apollo's second quarter showed why the growth story still has legs. **** ets under management reached $1.05 trillion, up 25% year over year, while fee-related earnings hit a record $785 million, also up 25%, and management fees climbed 23% as third-party money kept arriving across credit and equity strategies. Origination volume totaled $74 billion for the quarter, pushing the trailing 12-month figure to nearly $320 billion, and that tally does not yet include the $35 billion financing Apollo arranged for Broadcom's new AI computing platform, the largest private credit deal ever recorded, since Apollo only books revenue once financing closes rather than when it is announced.
CEO Marc Rowan frames Apollo's opportunity as bigger than private equity or credit alone. He argues the industry's client base is expanding from a single source of institutional demand into six categories, including individuals, insurance companies and 401(k) plans, and Apollo is building toward that shift with daily net **** et value pricing on its credit products and a partnership with Intercontinental Exchange that has already **** igned more than 2,000 identifiers to Apollo **** ets. Performance backs up the pitch: Apollo's Fund X has generated a 21% net internal rate of return, well ahead of the 14% industry benchmark for its 2023 vintage.
The breach is the more immediate problem, and it fits a pattern. Reuters has reported that dozens of financial institutions, including Uber and Levi Strauss, were recently targeted by the same kind of ransom-seeking hackers, who built fake websites designed to steal passwords from employees at private equity and financial firms through phone-based social engineering rather than any technical exploit. Apollo says its investigation is ongoing and it has found no evidence yet that the stolen information has been posted publicly or used for identity theft, and it is offering affected individuals free credit monitoring and identity protection.
#management #Equity #billion #july
2 months ago
RGA Investment Advisors, an investment management company, has released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter. The letter can be downloaded here. The letter addresses the incorporation of AI into investment strategies and the dramatic changes in market dynamics that have emerged, specifically referencing the AI Bottleneck 40. This group of stocks is crucial to data center infrastructure. Initially, these stocks were closely aligned with the S&P, but by mid-2025, they began to diverge and outperform the index, exhibiting significant volatility, with realized volatility rates approaching 60%. The letter stresses the importance of continually monitoring these trends and adjusting the investment strategy. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, RGA Investment Advisors highlighted Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU). Headquartered in San Jose, California, Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) is a TV streaming platform. On August 24, 2026, Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) closed at $158.18 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $23.48 billion. Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) posted a one‑month return of 9.92%, while its shares gained 65.53% over the past 52 weeks.
RGA Investment Advisors stated the following regarding Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"On June 15th, Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) announced that it would be acquired by Fox Corp (FOXA). We first bought shares in Roku in late 2018 and what a wild ride it has been. We sold shares several times along the way and bought meaningfully more when the remaining position almost fully round-tripped to our basis. Had you told us the outcome ex ante in 2018, we would have been excited. Yet it all feels bittersweet, with solid overall returns accompanied by a half-dozen impactful lessons that continue to shape how we approach underwriting stocks, portfolio management and the tax consequences of selling.
As with many companies and investors, COVID led to some behavioral changes that were costly. Roku was distinctly on the right track toward correcting those errors by right-sizing the cost structure, building a robust strategy to drive ARPU and commencing a share repurchase program to capitalize on a cheap stock and healthy balance sheet. We applaud Roku's execution following their course correction.
#advisors #investor #stocks
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, RGA Investment Advisors highlighted Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU). Headquartered in San Jose, California, Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) is a TV streaming platform. On August 24, 2026, Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) closed at $158.18 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $23.48 billion. Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) posted a one‑month return of 9.92%, while its shares gained 65.53% over the past 52 weeks.
RGA Investment Advisors stated the following regarding Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"On June 15th, Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROKU) announced that it would be acquired by Fox Corp (FOXA). We first bought shares in Roku in late 2018 and what a wild ride it has been. We sold shares several times along the way and bought meaningfully more when the remaining position almost fully round-tripped to our basis. Had you told us the outcome ex ante in 2018, we would have been excited. Yet it all feels bittersweet, with solid overall returns accompanied by a half-dozen impactful lessons that continue to shape how we approach underwriting stocks, portfolio management and the tax consequences of selling.
As with many companies and investors, COVID led to some behavioral changes that were costly. Roku was distinctly on the right track toward correcting those errors by right-sizing the cost structure, building a robust strategy to drive ARPU and commencing a share repurchase program to capitalize on a cheap stock and healthy balance sheet. We applaud Roku's execution following their course correction.
#advisors #investor #stocks
2 months ago
RGA Investment Advisors, an investment management company, has released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter. The letter can be downloaded here. The letter addresses the incorporation of AI into investment strategies and the dramatic changes in market dynamics that have emerged, specifically referencing the AI Bottleneck 40. This group of stocks is crucial to data center infrastructure. Initially, these stocks were closely aligned with the S&P, but by mid-2025, they began to diverge and outperform the index, exhibiting significant volatility, with realized volatility rates approaching 60%. The letter stresses the importance of continually monitoring these trends and adjusting the investment strategy. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, RGA Investment Advisors highlighted GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB). GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) develops a platform that supports the software development lifecycle, covering DevSecOps lifecycle stages. On August 24, 2026, GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) closed at $42.03 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $7.099 billion. GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) posted a one‑month return of 27.50%, while its shares lost 3.98% over the past 52 weeks.
RGA Investment Advisors stated the following regarding GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"We bought shares in GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB). GitLab is a software company offering DevSecOps and git management for enterprises, serving as an essential "orchestrating" layer for companies to securely manage their codebase and IP. AI is unquestionably driving demand for GitLab's offerings, but there is concern around its traditional per seat pricing model versus a consumption-based model. If AI reduces the number of employees in technical roles at large enterprises, this presents a headwind to growth. This headwind has slowed top-line growth faster than GitLab's budding consumption-based models for AI agents have been able to replace the lost revenue. As it stands today, AI-based revenues are a small piece of the pie, but we expect substantial growth over time. At sub-4x EV/sales, around 20x EV/EBITDA and a free cash flow yield over 5%, we think the valuation is compelling for a business still growing its top line in the high teens and playing an increasingly important role in enterprise AI workflows."
GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 50 hedge fund portfolios held GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) at the end of the second quarter, which was 43 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, RGA Investment Advisors highlighted GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB). GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) develops a platform that supports the software development lifecycle, covering DevSecOps lifecycle stages. On August 24, 2026, GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) closed at $42.03 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $7.099 billion. GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) posted a one‑month return of 27.50%, while its shares lost 3.98% over the past 52 weeks.
RGA Investment Advisors stated the following regarding GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"We bought shares in GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB). GitLab is a software company offering DevSecOps and git management for enterprises, serving as an essential "orchestrating" layer for companies to securely manage their codebase and IP. AI is unquestionably driving demand for GitLab's offerings, but there is concern around its traditional per seat pricing model versus a consumption-based model. If AI reduces the number of employees in technical roles at large enterprises, this presents a headwind to growth. This headwind has slowed top-line growth faster than GitLab's budding consumption-based models for AI agents have been able to replace the lost revenue. As it stands today, AI-based revenues are a small piece of the pie, but we expect substantial growth over time. At sub-4x EV/sales, around 20x EV/EBITDA and a free cash flow yield over 5%, we think the valuation is compelling for a business still growing its top line in the high teens and playing an increasingly important role in enterprise AI workflows."
GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 50 hedge fund portfolios held GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) at the end of the second quarter, which was 43 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of GitLab Inc. (NASDAQ:GTLB) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI
2 months ago
RGA Investment Advisors, an investment management company, has released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter. The letter can be downloaded here. The letter addresses the incorporation of AI into investment strategies and the dramatic changes in market dynamics that have emerged, specifically referencing the AI Bottleneck 40. This group of stocks is crucial to data center infrastructure. Initially, these stocks were closely aligned with the S&P, but by mid-2025, they began to diverge and outperform the index, exhibiting significant volatility, with realized volatility rates approaching 60%. The letter stresses the importance of continually monitoring these trends and adjusting the investment strategy. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, RGA Investment Advisors highlighted Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE). Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) is a multinational technology company that offers creative, digital media, and document management products. On August 24, 2026, Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) closed at $276.27 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $109.82 billion. Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) posted a one‑month return of 10.87%, while its shares lost 22.16% over the past 52 weeks.
RGA Investment Advisors stated the following regarding Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"We had watched and studied Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) with admiration for many years following their evolution from selling licensed software to subscription software. Adobe became the template by which numerous other software companies pivoted to SaaS and the rest, as they say, is history. Or so we all thought. Over the past several years, Adobe's shares have dropped dramatically. At first, the concern was competition from Figma and Canva. Then Adobe became Exhibit 1 in the "AI losers basket." We think Adobe is far more resilient than fears suggest. Similar to GitLab, there is seat-based pricing risk; however, in many industries, Adobe's offerings are irreplaceable, even with AI. Moreover, Adobe is in a great position to become the layer on top of which key AI workflows are built. Data and context are critical to these workflows, and Adobe has considerable advantages in both. We acknowledge some of the risks Adobe faces, but at a P/E of sub-10x and a FCF yield north of 10%, the market is pricing the stock as a melting ice cube while growth is still right around 10%. The company is using its healthy balance sheet and robust free cash flow to repurchase shares at a healthy clip. We think this is a potent setup as the company proves its resilience for the AI era."
#shares
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, RGA Investment Advisors highlighted Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE). Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) is a multinational technology company that offers creative, digital media, and document management products. On August 24, 2026, Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) closed at $276.27 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $109.82 billion. Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) posted a one‑month return of 10.87%, while its shares lost 22.16% over the past 52 weeks.
RGA Investment Advisors stated the following regarding Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"We had watched and studied Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:ADBE) with admiration for many years following their evolution from selling licensed software to subscription software. Adobe became the template by which numerous other software companies pivoted to SaaS and the rest, as they say, is history. Or so we all thought. Over the past several years, Adobe's shares have dropped dramatically. At first, the concern was competition from Figma and Canva. Then Adobe became Exhibit 1 in the "AI losers basket." We think Adobe is far more resilient than fears suggest. Similar to GitLab, there is seat-based pricing risk; however, in many industries, Adobe's offerings are irreplaceable, even with AI. Moreover, Adobe is in a great position to become the layer on top of which key AI workflows are built. Data and context are critical to these workflows, and Adobe has considerable advantages in both. We acknowledge some of the risks Adobe faces, but at a P/E of sub-10x and a FCF yield north of 10%, the market is pricing the stock as a melting ice cube while growth is still right around 10%. The company is using its healthy balance sheet and robust free cash flow to repurchase shares at a healthy clip. We think this is a potent setup as the company proves its resilience for the AI era."
#shares
2 months ago
AstraZeneca PLC (NYSE:AZN) is paying $600 million upfront to secure global rights to Zegfrovy from Dizal Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, adding another targeted therapy to one of the pharmaceutical industry's largest oncology portfolios. Dizal Pharmaceutical could receive an additional $900 million if specified development, regulatory, and sales milestones are achieved, bringing the agreement's potential value to $1.5 billion. Dizal will also receive tiered royalties on the global sales of Zegfrovy.
Zegfrovy, also known as sunvozertinib, is an oral treatment approved in the United States and China for certain adults with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, whose disease has progressed on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. Under the agreement, AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) will take responsibility for the treatment's global development and commercialisation.
For AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) shareholders, the transaction offers an opportunity to ****** s whether another targeted lung-cancer medicine can reinforce the company's oncology leadership, or whether the price adds further execution risk to an already extensive pipeline.
The agreement strengthens AstraZeneca's (NYSE:AZN) position in a therapeutic area where it already has substantial scientific and commercial experience. The company has built a major lung-cancer business around treatments including Tagrisso, Imfinzi, and Enhertu. That existing infrastructure could help AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) introduce Zegfrovy to physicians and patients more efficiently than a smaller developer with a limited global presence.
Zegfrovy also addresses a specific group of patients with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, for whom treatment options remain limited. In the Phase III WU-KONG28 trial, Zegfrovy produced median progression-free survival of 10.3 months, compared with 7.5 months for chemotherapy. AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) therefore gains an approved medicine supported by late-stage comparative evidence rather than an early experimental ****** et whose clinical viability remains largely unknown.
#lung #egfr
Zegfrovy, also known as sunvozertinib, is an oral treatment approved in the United States and China for certain adults with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, whose disease has progressed on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. Under the agreement, AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) will take responsibility for the treatment's global development and commercialisation.
For AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) shareholders, the transaction offers an opportunity to ****** s whether another targeted lung-cancer medicine can reinforce the company's oncology leadership, or whether the price adds further execution risk to an already extensive pipeline.
The agreement strengthens AstraZeneca's (NYSE:AZN) position in a therapeutic area where it already has substantial scientific and commercial experience. The company has built a major lung-cancer business around treatments including Tagrisso, Imfinzi, and Enhertu. That existing infrastructure could help AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) introduce Zegfrovy to physicians and patients more efficiently than a smaller developer with a limited global presence.
Zegfrovy also addresses a specific group of patients with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, for whom treatment options remain limited. In the Phase III WU-KONG28 trial, Zegfrovy produced median progression-free survival of 10.3 months, compared with 7.5 months for chemotherapy. AstraZeneca (NYSE:AZN) therefore gains an approved medicine supported by late-stage comparative evidence rather than an early experimental ****** et whose clinical viability remains largely unknown.
#lung #egfr
2 months ago
Kate Middleton is embracing a bold new look (and possibly proving that blondes really do have more fun)
On Sunday, August 23, the Princess of Wales, 44, was photographed in a car outside Crathie Kirk Church in Scotland. Seated next to her husband, Prince William, in the vehicle, Kate was all smiles as she showed off her noticeably lighter hair.
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On Sunday, August 23, the Princess of Wales, 44, was photographed in a car outside Crathie Kirk Church in Scotland. Seated next to her husband, Prince William, in the vehicle, Kate was all smiles as she showed off her noticeably lighter hair.
More from StyleCaster
Harry & Meghan's Neighbors Reportedly 'Thrilled' Over Their Move After Their 'Negative' Experience with the Couple's 'Never-Ending Drama'
Harry & Meghan Accused of Moving Back to the UK Because 'They Don't Like Trump' as the President's 'Gloating' Circle Addresses Claims He 'Drove Them Out of the US'
#sunday #wales
