60 mins. ago
China-based YFore has opened its American headquarters in Suwanee, Georgia, a site combining research, manufacturing, procurement, sales and delivery under one roof.
The automotive electronics supplier said the 62,225ft² facility is intended to bring "agile engineering and resilient local supply chains directly to local automotive partners".
Alongside the opening, the company rolled out its first US-built digital key unit to showcase the site's manufacturing capabilities.
YFore also used the launch to present its three main product lines.
In Intelligent Mirror, the company showed its range of interior digital mirrors, auto-dimming mirrors and exterior side mirrors, now in mass production on over 60 vehicle models worldwide.
#mirrors #automotive #local #digital
The automotive electronics supplier said the 62,225ft² facility is intended to bring "agile engineering and resilient local supply chains directly to local automotive partners".
Alongside the opening, the company rolled out its first US-built digital key unit to showcase the site's manufacturing capabilities.
YFore also used the launch to present its three main product lines.
In Intelligent Mirror, the company showed its range of interior digital mirrors, auto-dimming mirrors and exterior side mirrors, now in mass production on over 60 vehicle models worldwide.
#mirrors #automotive #local #digital
18 hours ago
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) has had a good year, up nearly 13% through Aug. 27. That's above its long-term average, and if it continues through the year, it'll be its fourth consecutive year of double-digit returns.
Although much attention is given to the S&P 500, the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEMKT: IWM), which mirrors the Russell 2000 index, has slipped under the radar while returning 21.5% this year. It's off to its best start since 2021, but that doesn't mean the momentum is stopping. Investors still have time to add it to their portfolios.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
What the S&P 500 is to large-cap stocks, the Russell is to small-cap stocks. IWM holds 1,962 small-cap stocks covering all 11 major U.S. sectors. Here is how the distribution compares to the S&P 500:
Sector
#russell #snpindex
Although much attention is given to the S&P 500, the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEMKT: IWM), which mirrors the Russell 2000 index, has slipped under the radar while returning 21.5% this year. It's off to its best start since 2021, but that doesn't mean the momentum is stopping. Investors still have time to add it to their portfolios.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
What the S&P 500 is to large-cap stocks, the Russell is to small-cap stocks. IWM holds 1,962 small-cap stocks covering all 11 major U.S. sectors. Here is how the distribution compares to the S&P 500:
Sector
#russell #snpindex
2 days ago
OpenAI revoked Cursor's API access after **** eX's $60 billion acquisition, citing Musk's pattern of contract violations, though OpenAI served just 5% of traffic.
SpaceX's Colossus clusters, targeting 1 million H100 equivalents, now power Cursor's $4 billion revenue base, eliminating dependence on rival AI suppliers.
Analysts set a $219 average price target on **** eX, representing over 50% upside, as AI vertical integration mirrors the playbook that collapsed launch costs.
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The long-running dispute between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Elon Musk has simmered for years, rooted in Musk's exit from the AI lab he co-founded and his subsequent legal and public challenges over its direction. That rivalry just moved from boardroom barbs to operational consequences.
#openai #grab #altman
SpaceX's Colossus clusters, targeting 1 million H100 equivalents, now power Cursor's $4 billion revenue base, eliminating dependence on rival AI suppliers.
Analysts set a $219 average price target on **** eX, representing over 50% upside, as AI vertical integration mirrors the playbook that collapsed launch costs.
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The long-running dispute between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Elon Musk has simmered for years, rooted in Musk's exit from the AI lab he co-founded and his subsequent legal and public challenges over its direction. That rivalry just moved from boardroom barbs to operational consequences.
#openai #grab #altman
2 days ago
Jimmie Johnson shared a glimpse of the No. 48 livery for his farewell race at the 2027 Daytona 500.
Johnson recently announced that he has teamed up with Lowe's, Ally, and Carvana to sponsor his sendoff race. Lowe's was his primary sponsor through his seven championships and 83 victories; Ally covered his final seasons in 2019 and 2020, while Carvana sponsored his NASCAR comeback as a team owner and part-time driver.
Johnson is set to run his iconic No. 48 car, loaned by Hendrick Motorsports for the special occasion. Ahead of Sunday's ***** e Zero Sugar 400 at the World Center of Racing, Johnson drove the car around on track.
"My heart is full to say the least," he wrote.
The paint scheme mirrors his No. 48 car from his 2016 championship-winning campaign, while a special thank-you sticker for Lowe's adorns the rear ***** per.
#race #daytona
Johnson recently announced that he has teamed up with Lowe's, Ally, and Carvana to sponsor his sendoff race. Lowe's was his primary sponsor through his seven championships and 83 victories; Ally covered his final seasons in 2019 and 2020, while Carvana sponsored his NASCAR comeback as a team owner and part-time driver.
Johnson is set to run his iconic No. 48 car, loaned by Hendrick Motorsports for the special occasion. Ahead of Sunday's ***** e Zero Sugar 400 at the World Center of Racing, Johnson drove the car around on track.
"My heart is full to say the least," he wrote.
The paint scheme mirrors his No. 48 car from his 2016 championship-winning campaign, while a special thank-you sticker for Lowe's adorns the rear ***** per.
#race #daytona
5 days ago
Sandra Bullock says her protective nature as a mom mirrors her character in Practical Magic 2
Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE at the movie's European premiere, the actress reflects on parenting challenges, including letting her children experience pain to grow as individuals
Bullock adopted her two children later in life and initially stepped back from acting to focus on motherhood
Sandra Bullock is a protective mother to her two children.
The Oscar-winning actress, 62, exclusively spoke to PEOPLE about parenting her two children, son Louis, 16, and daughter Laila, 12, at the European premiere of her new movie, Practical Magic 2, on Wednesday, August 26.
#bullock #practical #Magic #european
Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE at the movie's European premiere, the actress reflects on parenting challenges, including letting her children experience pain to grow as individuals
Bullock adopted her two children later in life and initially stepped back from acting to focus on motherhood
Sandra Bullock is a protective mother to her two children.
The Oscar-winning actress, 62, exclusively spoke to PEOPLE about parenting her two children, son Louis, 16, and daughter Laila, 12, at the European premiere of her new movie, Practical Magic 2, on Wednesday, August 26.
#bullock #practical #Magic #european
5 days ago
Using bright colours, shapes, patterns and reflections, **** anese artist Yayoi Kusama, who has died at the age of 97, was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of people around the globe.
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Kusama emerged as part of the pop art movement - and was among a select group of artists whose work became truly popular with a mass audience, attracting crowds to exhibitions from Tokyo to New York and London.
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Her trademark polka dots covered entire galleries and giant sculptures, and she also used mirrors and lights to create the effect of shapes and patterns disappearing into infinity.
#kusama #getty #images #shapes
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Kusama emerged as part of the pop art movement - and was among a select group of artists whose work became truly popular with a mass audience, attracting crowds to exhibitions from Tokyo to New York and London.
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Her trademark polka dots covered entire galleries and giant sculptures, and she also used mirrors and lights to create the effect of shapes and patterns disappearing into infinity.
#kusama #getty #images #shapes
6 days ago
VIGAX markets itself as a growth index fund, but just four stocks (NVIDIA, Apple, Alphabet, and Microsoft) consume 45% of ****** ets.
VUG mirrors VIGAX's identical portfolio at 0.03% with no minimum and delivers better tax efficiency in taxable accounts.
VUG returned 404% over 10 years but dropped harder than the S&P 500 in 2022 when growth multiples compressed.
Act now: the ****** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and VIGAX didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Four stocks account for roughly 44.6% of Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares (VIGAX). If you own this fund, you own a concentrated bet on NVIDIA, Apple, Alphabet, and Microsoft, wrapped in an index label. That is the story worth understanding before another dollar goes in.
#Growth #index #Apple
VUG mirrors VIGAX's identical portfolio at 0.03% with no minimum and delivers better tax efficiency in taxable accounts.
VUG returned 404% over 10 years but dropped harder than the S&P 500 in 2022 when growth multiples compressed.
Act now: the ****** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and VIGAX didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Four stocks account for roughly 44.6% of Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares (VIGAX). If you own this fund, you own a concentrated bet on NVIDIA, Apple, Alphabet, and Microsoft, wrapped in an index label. That is the story worth understanding before another dollar goes in.
#Growth #index #Apple
6 days ago
Tate McRae is putting her toned physique front and center in Calvin Klein's latest denim campaign. The 23-year-old singer and dancer stripped her look down to the essentials while posing for the brand's Fall 2026 "Feel the Fit" campaign, photographed by Carlijn Jacobs.
In one striking campaign shot, McRae reclines on a peach carpeted floor against a wall of mirrors. She wears a barely-there black bra with dark-wash Calvin Klein jeans. The low-slung denim sits beneath her belly ***** on, leaving her entire midriff exposed as she leans back against her reflection and poses barefoot.
McRae wore her long blonde hair loose and tousled around her shoulders, keeping the styling minimal and letting the denim and her abs command attention. Her makeup look features bronzed skin, rosy cheeks, and a glossy light pink lip.
The rest of the campaign features the "Sports Car" singer experimenting with several different ways to style Calvin Klein jeans. One image has McRae stretched across a black leather couch in a fitted cropped white T-shirt and roomy dark denim.
She goes barefoot once again, with warm lighting casting dramatic shadows across the frame. Another photo turns up the heat with McRae posing on her hands and knees in the same white baby tee. The denim dips dramatically at the back to reveal the Calvin Klein label.
#campaign #klein #singer #black
In one striking campaign shot, McRae reclines on a peach carpeted floor against a wall of mirrors. She wears a barely-there black bra with dark-wash Calvin Klein jeans. The low-slung denim sits beneath her belly ***** on, leaving her entire midriff exposed as she leans back against her reflection and poses barefoot.
McRae wore her long blonde hair loose and tousled around her shoulders, keeping the styling minimal and letting the denim and her abs command attention. Her makeup look features bronzed skin, rosy cheeks, and a glossy light pink lip.
The rest of the campaign features the "Sports Car" singer experimenting with several different ways to style Calvin Klein jeans. One image has McRae stretched across a black leather couch in a fitted cropped white T-shirt and roomy dark denim.
She goes barefoot once again, with warm lighting casting dramatic shadows across the frame. Another photo turns up the heat with McRae posing on her hands and knees in the same white baby tee. The denim dips dramatically at the back to reveal the Calvin Klein label.
#campaign #klein #singer #black
7 days ago
J.P. Morgan's Jason Hunter warns of autumn S&P 500 weakness, citing AI stock divergence that mirrors the 1999 to 2000 tech crash alongside rising Treasury yields.
BMY yields nearly 4% with JPMorgan's recently raised $73 target, while GEV carries a $1,330 target as the firm's top electrification conviction pick.
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Each year, September rolls around, and it tends to be the worst month for stocks. Historical data show that September is the worst-performing month for the stock market. Since 1928, the S&P 500 has averaged a negative return of about 0.7% to 1% in September, making it the weakest month of the year. Institutional investors and large funds often sell off stocks near the end of the third quarter to lock in gains or adjust ****** et allocations. Some fund managers take advantage of improved liquidity after the summer months to tax-harvest portfolios by selling losers. In addition, traders return from vacations to reevaluate portfolios and often move to more defensive risk-off strategies.
The technical team at J.P. Morgan sees a storm brewing and published reports had this to say:
#often
BMY yields nearly 4% with JPMorgan's recently raised $73 target, while GEV carries a $1,330 target as the firm's top electrification conviction pick.
Act now: the ****** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Walmart didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Each year, September rolls around, and it tends to be the worst month for stocks. Historical data show that September is the worst-performing month for the stock market. Since 1928, the S&P 500 has averaged a negative return of about 0.7% to 1% in September, making it the weakest month of the year. Institutional investors and large funds often sell off stocks near the end of the third quarter to lock in gains or adjust ****** et allocations. Some fund managers take advantage of improved liquidity after the summer months to tax-harvest portfolios by selling losers. In addition, traders return from vacations to reevaluate portfolios and often move to more defensive risk-off strategies.
The technical team at J.P. Morgan sees a storm brewing and published reports had this to say:
#often
8 days ago
J.P. Morgan's Jason Hunter warns of autumn S&P 500 weakness, citing AI stock divergence that mirrors the 1999 to 2000 tech crash alongside rising Treasury yields.
BMY yields nearly 4% with JPMorgan's recently raised $73 target, while GEV carries a $1,330 target as the firm's top electrification conviction pick.
Act now: the ***** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Walmart didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Each year, September rolls around, and it tends to be the worst month for stocks. Historical data show that September is the worst-performing month for the stock market. Since 1928, the S&P 500 has averaged a negative return of about 0.7% to 1% in September, making it the weakest month of the year. Institutional investors and large funds often sell off stocks near the end of the third quarter to lock in gains or adjust ***** et allocations. Some fund managers take advantage of improved liquidity after the summer months to tax-harvest portfolios by selling losers. In addition, traders return from vacations to reevaluate portfolios and often move to more defensive risk-off strategies.
The technical team at J.P. Morgan sees a storm brewing and published reports had this to say:
#yields #worst
BMY yields nearly 4% with JPMorgan's recently raised $73 target, while GEV carries a $1,330 target as the firm's top electrification conviction pick.
Act now: the ***** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Walmart didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Each year, September rolls around, and it tends to be the worst month for stocks. Historical data show that September is the worst-performing month for the stock market. Since 1928, the S&P 500 has averaged a negative return of about 0.7% to 1% in September, making it the weakest month of the year. Institutional investors and large funds often sell off stocks near the end of the third quarter to lock in gains or adjust ***** et allocations. Some fund managers take advantage of improved liquidity after the summer months to tax-harvest portfolios by selling losers. In addition, traders return from vacations to reevaluate portfolios and often move to more defensive risk-off strategies.
The technical team at J.P. Morgan sees a storm brewing and published reports had this to say:
#yields #worst
15 days ago
As the August 30 roster deadline approaches, undrafted free agent cornerback Avery Smith is trending toward cracking the Chargers' final 53-man roster.
Despite facing long odds in a crowded position room, the former Toledo product has become one of the biggest standouts of the summer. Smith captured everyone's attention during a training camp practice earlier this month by breaking up a pass from Justin Herbert and recording an interception against DJ Uiagalelei.
He carried that momentum straight into the Bolts' preseason opener against the Texans. During the game, Smith showcased his coverage skills after completely blanketing receiver Lewis Bond and breaking up a pass on a crucial third down. Later in the game, Smith stuffed a fourth-down run for a turnover on downs.
Smith's sudden rise mirrors that of Nikko Reed, who successfully cracked the roster as a UDFA last season. While Smith is slightly undersized at 5-foot-10, his instincts, collegiate ball production, with 28 passes defended over his last two collegiate seasons, and extensive special teams experience give him a significant edge.
By consistently making splash plays against first-team offenses and proving it translates to live action in the preseason, Smith is forcing management into a difficult decision. He is a legitimate challenger to earn the fifth corner spot behind Donte Jackson, Cam Hart, Tarheeb Still and Deane Leonard.
#down
Despite facing long odds in a crowded position room, the former Toledo product has become one of the biggest standouts of the summer. Smith captured everyone's attention during a training camp practice earlier this month by breaking up a pass from Justin Herbert and recording an interception against DJ Uiagalelei.
He carried that momentum straight into the Bolts' preseason opener against the Texans. During the game, Smith showcased his coverage skills after completely blanketing receiver Lewis Bond and breaking up a pass on a crucial third down. Later in the game, Smith stuffed a fourth-down run for a turnover on downs.
Smith's sudden rise mirrors that of Nikko Reed, who successfully cracked the roster as a UDFA last season. While Smith is slightly undersized at 5-foot-10, his instincts, collegiate ball production, with 28 passes defended over his last two collegiate seasons, and extensive special teams experience give him a significant edge.
By consistently making splash plays against first-team offenses and proving it translates to live action in the preseason, Smith is forcing management into a difficult decision. He is a legitimate challenger to earn the fifth corner spot behind Donte Jackson, Cam Hart, Tarheeb Still and Deane Leonard.
#down
16 days ago
Texas A&M Hall of Famer Von Miller is getting to live out one of his childhood dreams. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the former Aggie great is expected to sign with the Dallas Cowboys, bringing one of football's most decorated careers back home to Texas.
For Aggies and Cowboys fans, this move has felt inevitable. There's been smoke around Miller's interest in Dallas for months, paired with Jerry Jones' desire to add another veteran pass rusher to the defense. The signing mirrors last year's addition of Jadeveon Clowney, another experienced edge presence brought in to bolster the pass rush.
But Miller's arrival carries deeper significance.
The eight‑time Pro Bowler grew up in Texas and starred at DeSoto High School, making this a true homecoming and a full‑circle moment in his career. After recording nine sacks last season with the Washington Commanders in a rotational pass‑rushing role, he now returns to the state where his football journey began.
Miller's rise started in College Station, where he became one of the most disruptive defenders in the country. His Texas A&M resume remains one of the strongest in program history:
#pass #famer #miller #adam
For Aggies and Cowboys fans, this move has felt inevitable. There's been smoke around Miller's interest in Dallas for months, paired with Jerry Jones' desire to add another veteran pass rusher to the defense. The signing mirrors last year's addition of Jadeveon Clowney, another experienced edge presence brought in to bolster the pass rush.
But Miller's arrival carries deeper significance.
The eight‑time Pro Bowler grew up in Texas and starred at DeSoto High School, making this a true homecoming and a full‑circle moment in his career. After recording nine sacks last season with the Washington Commanders in a rotational pass‑rushing role, he now returns to the state where his football journey began.
Miller's rise started in College Station, where he became one of the most disruptive defenders in the country. His Texas A&M resume remains one of the strongest in program history:
#pass #famer #miller #adam
27 days ago
Growth ETFs are a great way to get exposure to the high return potential of growth stocks while minimizing some of the risks and volatility that tend to come with them. The key, though, is to ensure your growth ETF is set up for sustained success and not riding a temporary wave.
Two growth ETFs you can comfortably hold through thick and thin are the Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (NASDAQ: QQQM) and Vanguard Growth ETF (NYSEMKT: VUG). They have both stood the test of time and are positioned to continue doing so.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
QQQM mirrors the Nasdaq-100 index, which tracks the 100 largest non-financial companies trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange. It only began trading in October 2020, but we can look at the Nasdaq-100's performance to get an idea of how resilient (and lucrative) it has been.
Since the beginning of 1995, the Nasdaq-100 has averaged 14.4% annual returns, outpacing the S&P 500's 9.2% average in that time. Arguably more impressive is that it has done so despite going through three recessions (those resulting from the dot-com bubble, financial crisis, and COVID-19).
#signal
Two growth ETFs you can comfortably hold through thick and thin are the Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (NASDAQ: QQQM) and Vanguard Growth ETF (NYSEMKT: VUG). They have both stood the test of time and are positioned to continue doing so.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
QQQM mirrors the Nasdaq-100 index, which tracks the 100 largest non-financial companies trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange. It only began trading in October 2020, but we can look at the Nasdaq-100's performance to get an idea of how resilient (and lucrative) it has been.
Since the beginning of 1995, the Nasdaq-100 has averaged 14.4% annual returns, outpacing the S&P 500's 9.2% average in that time. Arguably more impressive is that it has done so despite going through three recessions (those resulting from the dot-com bubble, financial crisis, and COVID-19).
#signal
27 days ago
Reddit beat EPS by 29%, grew revenue 61%, and tripled profit, yet fell 20%+ after Huffman flagged choppy search referrals.
Eight consecutive quarters of 60%+ revenue growth and a PEG of 0.1 split retail traders between value hunters and AI traffic skeptics.
Meta's post-earnings selloff despite 28% revenue growth mirrors RDDT's setup, where both stocks trade as if they missed rather than beat estimates.
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Shares of Reddit (NYSE:RDDT) have sold off sharply since the July 30 earnings report, despite one of the cleanest fundamental quarters in ad-tech this year. Reddit fell 13.7% over the past week and is down 32.7% year to date, though the stock rallied nearly 10% on August 3 to close at about $154.71.
#quarters
Eight consecutive quarters of 60%+ revenue growth and a PEG of 0.1 split retail traders between value hunters and AI traffic skeptics.
Meta's post-earnings selloff despite 28% revenue growth mirrors RDDT's setup, where both stocks trade as if they missed rather than beat estimates.
Act now: the ******* yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Reddit didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Shares of Reddit (NYSE:RDDT) have sold off sharply since the July 30 earnings report, despite one of the cleanest fundamental quarters in ad-tech this year. Reddit fell 13.7% over the past week and is down 32.7% year to date, though the stock rallied nearly 10% on August 3 to close at about $154.71.
#quarters
27 days ago
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The acquisition of Kanebridge Corporation doubles Hillman's industrial business and establishes a critical fastener distribution presence in the U.S. market.
Management views Kanebridge as a strategic 'full circle' move, returning to industrial roots with a high-margin, light-CapEx model that mirrors Hillman's retail moat in SKU complexity.
Top-line growth of 10% was driven by a combination of core performance, M&A, and a significant 4.5% contribution from new business wins.
The 'Win the Pro' initiative achieved a milestone 1% contribution to total growth, validating the company's expansion into LBM and specialty distribution channels.
#management
The acquisition of Kanebridge Corporation doubles Hillman's industrial business and establishes a critical fastener distribution presence in the U.S. market.
Management views Kanebridge as a strategic 'full circle' move, returning to industrial roots with a high-margin, light-CapEx model that mirrors Hillman's retail moat in SKU complexity.
Top-line growth of 10% was driven by a combination of core performance, M&A, and a significant 4.5% contribution from new business wins.
The 'Win the Pro' initiative achieved a milestone 1% contribution to total growth, validating the company's expansion into LBM and specialty distribution channels.
#management
28 days ago
Iowa State head coach T.J. Otzelberger is leaning into a bigger, more physical frontcourt strategy as the Cyclones conclude their eight-week summer program. The focal point of this shift features sophomore Dom Pleta and Blake Buchanan playing alongside one another, a combination that Otzelberger believes mirrors the "formidable size" seen in top-tier programs like Houston and Arizona.
Pleta, who returned to his native Germany this summer to train with professional players, says he is entering his second season at his physical "peak". While he is technically a sophomore, his experience in the German pro leagues has put him ahead of a typical second-year player's developmental curve.
Blake Buchanan (23) and Dominykas Pleta (21) of the Iowa State Cyclones shake hands in the second half against the Creighton Bluejays during the Players Era Championship basketball tournament at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Nov. 25, 2025 in Las Vegas.
"We just got more physicality… more like bigger bodies on the court," Pleta said of the pairing with Buchanan. "It's a lot of new opportunities that open up that we just have to use."
Otzelberger emphasized that the two big men possess complementary skill sets. Buchanan offers defensive versatility that allows him to guard perimeter players, while Pleta is noted by Otzelberger for his "terrific hands," interior scoring, and decision-making in the short roll. The coaching staff has specifically challenged Pleta to improve his competitive endurance, providing him with a specialized stamina plan to help him play longer stretches without the foul trouble that hampered him as a freshman.
#otzelberger #buchanan
Pleta, who returned to his native Germany this summer to train with professional players, says he is entering his second season at his physical "peak". While he is technically a sophomore, his experience in the German pro leagues has put him ahead of a typical second-year player's developmental curve.
Blake Buchanan (23) and Dominykas Pleta (21) of the Iowa State Cyclones shake hands in the second half against the Creighton Bluejays during the Players Era Championship basketball tournament at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Nov. 25, 2025 in Las Vegas.
"We just got more physicality… more like bigger bodies on the court," Pleta said of the pairing with Buchanan. "It's a lot of new opportunities that open up that we just have to use."
Otzelberger emphasized that the two big men possess complementary skill sets. Buchanan offers defensive versatility that allows him to guard perimeter players, while Pleta is noted by Otzelberger for his "terrific hands," interior scoring, and decision-making in the short roll. The coaching staff has specifically challenged Pleta to improve his competitive endurance, providing him with a specialized stamina plan to help him play longer stretches without the foul trouble that hampered him as a freshman.
#otzelberger #buchanan
1 month ago
The Denver Broncos may be one of the most underrated teams going in to the 2026 season. Despite having a 14-win campaign and a playoff win under their belts in 2025, they continue to be overlooked by pundits and so-called experts.
However, there may be at least one expert who sees past the smoke and mirrors. Kay Adams of FanDuel's "Up and Adams" show believes the Broncos should be considered more seriously.
"All (the Broncos) have done is just get deeper and deeper across the board," Adams said of the team's offseason additions. "And I've said it before: this is the most complete roster, top to bottom, in the NFL. The whole shebang."
Adams attributed the roster due to the trust the front office has placed in the players already under contract. Further into her discussing the Broncos, Adams noted Denver is bringing back all 11 starters on offense and 10 of 11 on defense, making this a formidable lineup.
The Broncos have placed a premium on in-house talent under the Sean Payton/George Paton regime, and there is little doubt that kind of commitment will wane in the future.
#however
However, there may be at least one expert who sees past the smoke and mirrors. Kay Adams of FanDuel's "Up and Adams" show believes the Broncos should be considered more seriously.
"All (the Broncos) have done is just get deeper and deeper across the board," Adams said of the team's offseason additions. "And I've said it before: this is the most complete roster, top to bottom, in the NFL. The whole shebang."
Adams attributed the roster due to the trust the front office has placed in the players already under contract. Further into her discussing the Broncos, Adams noted Denver is bringing back all 11 starters on offense and 10 of 11 on defense, making this a formidable lineup.
The Broncos have placed a premium on in-house talent under the Sean Payton/George Paton regime, and there is little doubt that kind of commitment will wane in the future.
#however
1 month ago
Canadian singer Drake has wagered $1.5 million USDT on Argentina to beat Spain in regulation time at Sunday's World Cup final. A win would pay the rapper $5,175,000.
He placed the bet through the crypto gambling platform Stake and announced it on Instagram. In contrast, Spain enters the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium as the favorite.
Soccer fans have already invoked the Drake Curse, the belief that teams he backs publicly falter at the worst moment. A similar regulation-time bet cost Drake his last World Cup payout, even though Argentina won it in extra time. The wager only pays out if Argentina wins within 90 minutes, excluding extra time and penalties.
The rapper's crypto ties run deeper than betting slips. He referenced Bitcoin (BTC) on his new Iceman album this year, calling himself a "crypto big-timer." This bet, however, relies entirely on a stablecoin rather than a volatile token.
Kalshi's regulation-time market prices Spain's win probability at 43%, compared with 28% for Argentina and 32% for a tie. Meanwhile, that gap mirrors how World Cup betting markets have leaned toward Europe throughout the knockout rounds. The Kalshi contract for Sunday's World Cup game had already logged more than $2.8 million in trading volume.
He placed the bet through the crypto gambling platform Stake and announced it on Instagram. In contrast, Spain enters the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium as the favorite.
Soccer fans have already invoked the Drake Curse, the belief that teams he backs publicly falter at the worst moment. A similar regulation-time bet cost Drake his last World Cup payout, even though Argentina won it in extra time. The wager only pays out if Argentina wins within 90 minutes, excluding extra time and penalties.
The rapper's crypto ties run deeper than betting slips. He referenced Bitcoin (BTC) on his new Iceman album this year, calling himself a "crypto big-timer." This bet, however, relies entirely on a stablecoin rather than a volatile token.
Kalshi's regulation-time market prices Spain's win probability at 43%, compared with 28% for Argentina and 32% for a tie. Meanwhile, that gap mirrors how World Cup betting markets have leaned toward Europe throughout the knockout rounds. The Kalshi contract for Sunday's World Cup game had already logged more than $2.8 million in trading volume.
2 months ago
Social media erupted on Thursday night during a Maine Senate debate to determine who will replace former Democratic nominee Graham Platner after one of the candidates highlighted being a songwriter as a qualification for Senate.
"I ran for office several times, didn't win, but I did run and then, I'm a songwriter and then I write my own books," Senate candidate Ashley Webb said on the debate stage when asked, "What qualifications do you have to serve in the U.S. Senate?"
Webb, who is transgender, continued, "I suppose my transparency, I wouldn't lie to people and I wouldn't deceive the people, like, we're being deceived right now, like we get lied to, smoke and mirrors, like what's going on with ICE."
The moment went viral on social media, with many conservatives mocking Webb's list of qualifications.
Meet The Democrats Gunning To Replace Graham Platner In A Crucial Senate Showdown
"I ran for office several times, didn't win, but I did run and then, I'm a songwriter and then I write my own books," Senate candidate Ashley Webb said on the debate stage when asked, "What qualifications do you have to serve in the U.S. Senate?"
Webb, who is transgender, continued, "I suppose my transparency, I wouldn't lie to people and I wouldn't deceive the people, like, we're being deceived right now, like we get lied to, smoke and mirrors, like what's going on with ICE."
The moment went viral on social media, with many conservatives mocking Webb's list of qualifications.
Meet The Democrats Gunning To Replace Graham Platner In A Crucial Senate Showdown
2 months ago
NCR Atleos Corporation (NYSE:NATL) is one of the best up and coming tech stocks to buy now. On June 23, NCR Atleos announced a new collaboration to resell Sesami's CM-Series Intelligent Teller Cash Recycler/TCR solutions to financial institutions across the US. This partnership aims to support branch modernization by providing banks and credit unions with technology that automates routine cash transactions, reduces manual processing, and enhances operational accuracy.
To ensure high performance and device availability, NCR Atleos Corporation (NYSE:NATL) will use its existing nationwide field service organization to provide hardware repair, monitoring, and issue resolution for the Sesami devices. This support structure mirrors the maintenance services currently provided for Atleos's extensive ATM fleet.
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The collaboration combines Sesami's reliable, high-volume cash handling technology with Atleos's established service network and customer reach. By integrating these capabilities, the companies aim to help financial institutions streamline branch workflows, improve efficiency, and ultimately deliver a better experience for their customers.
NCR Atleos Corporation (NYSE:NATL) provides self-service banking solutions like ATMs and interactive teller machines. The company offers hardware, software, installation, and maintenance services to banks and businesses worldwide.
To ensure high performance and device availability, NCR Atleos Corporation (NYSE:NATL) will use its existing nationwide field service organization to provide hardware repair, monitoring, and issue resolution for the Sesami devices. This support structure mirrors the maintenance services currently provided for Atleos's extensive ATM fleet.
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The collaboration combines Sesami's reliable, high-volume cash handling technology with Atleos's established service network and customer reach. By integrating these capabilities, the companies aim to help financial institutions streamline branch workflows, improve efficiency, and ultimately deliver a better experience for their customers.
NCR Atleos Corporation (NYSE:NATL) provides self-service banking solutions like ATMs and interactive teller machines. The company offers hardware, software, installation, and maintenance services to banks and businesses worldwide.
2 months ago
PHILADELPHIA — One team jumped the board, big time. Two brothers were reunited with the Brew Crew. And it wasn’t the greatest day to be a pitcher.
While Major League Baseball’s draft began in relatively predictable fashion — UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky was chosen first overall by the Chicago White Sox, despite some smoke and a few mirrors in recent days — it also had its share of unforeseen turns.
USA TODAY Sports breaks down the first round and a little bit beyond as the game’s annual selection meeting tipped off at Philadelphia’s Convention Center on Saturday, June 11:
Perhaps general managers took one of the most cynical phrases of scouting — “There’s no such thing as a pitching prospect” — a little too literally. This draft made history when 15 of the first 16 players selected were hitters. The San Francisco Giants the only ones zagging by taking UC Santa Barbara right-hander Jackson Flora fourth overall. After that, a pitcher didn’t get selected until the Texas Rangers took Gio Rojas, the lefty from Florida baseball factory Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, with the 16th pick.
What gives? Well, many of the anticipated top college arms had concerns. Cameron Flukey missed time with a rib fracture this year, leaving him available to the Detroit Tigers at No. 22. Logan Reddenmann and Cole Carlon each suffered velocity dips late in the year, leaving them available to the Colorado Rockies and Toronto Blue Jays, respectively, at picks 38 and 39. And a bevy of SEC pitchers — from Florida’s Liam Peterson (19th, Guardians) to Arkansas’ Hunter Dietz (35th, Yankees) and Carson Wiggins (27th, Mets) had command or health concerns that suppressed their value.
While Major League Baseball’s draft began in relatively predictable fashion — UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky was chosen first overall by the Chicago White Sox, despite some smoke and a few mirrors in recent days — it also had its share of unforeseen turns.
USA TODAY Sports breaks down the first round and a little bit beyond as the game’s annual selection meeting tipped off at Philadelphia’s Convention Center on Saturday, June 11:
Perhaps general managers took one of the most cynical phrases of scouting — “There’s no such thing as a pitching prospect” — a little too literally. This draft made history when 15 of the first 16 players selected were hitters. The San Francisco Giants the only ones zagging by taking UC Santa Barbara right-hander Jackson Flora fourth overall. After that, a pitcher didn’t get selected until the Texas Rangers took Gio Rojas, the lefty from Florida baseball factory Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, with the 16th pick.
What gives? Well, many of the anticipated top college arms had concerns. Cameron Flukey missed time with a rib fracture this year, leaving him available to the Detroit Tigers at No. 22. Logan Reddenmann and Cole Carlon each suffered velocity dips late in the year, leaving them available to the Colorado Rockies and Toronto Blue Jays, respectively, at picks 38 and 39. And a bevy of SEC pitchers — from Florida’s Liam Peterson (19th, Guardians) to Arkansas’ Hunter Dietz (35th, Yankees) and Carson Wiggins (27th, Mets) had command or health concerns that suppressed their value.
2 months ago
Switzerland vs Colombia prediction: Trade on prediction markets for World Cup originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The stakes are rising as the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages move along. In a highly anticipated Round of 16 clash, Switzerland squares off against Colombia in Vancouver at 4:00 pm ET this afternoon. Both nations arrive in Canada with serious momentum after successfully navigating their respective groups to reach this pivotal win-or-go-home game. Follow along for the best Switzerland vs Colombia prediction for today's Round of 16 clash.
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Switzerland advanced from Group B with an unblemished record. They racked up seven points through two wins and one draw while netting seven goals in the opening stage. Colombia mirrors that exact form, emerging from Group K with an identical haul of seven points and a stingy defense that allowed just a single goal in three group matches. Read on for a detailed prediction as two undefeated sides look to keep their World Cup dreams alive and punch a ticket to the quarterfinals.
The prediction markets indicate a clear lean toward Colombia, priced at a 61% implied probability to secure a victory. Traders taking a position on this matchup should look closely at the underlying squad availability, which is significantly influencing the market price.
The stakes are rising as the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages move along. In a highly anticipated Round of 16 clash, Switzerland squares off against Colombia in Vancouver at 4:00 pm ET this afternoon. Both nations arrive in Canada with serious momentum after successfully navigating their respective groups to reach this pivotal win-or-go-home game. Follow along for the best Switzerland vs Colombia prediction for today's Round of 16 clash.
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Switzerland advanced from Group B with an unblemished record. They racked up seven points through two wins and one draw while netting seven goals in the opening stage. Colombia mirrors that exact form, emerging from Group K with an identical haul of seven points and a stingy defense that allowed just a single goal in three group matches. Read on for a detailed prediction as two undefeated sides look to keep their World Cup dreams alive and punch a ticket to the quarterfinals.
The prediction markets indicate a clear lean toward Colombia, priced at a 61% implied probability to secure a victory. Traders taking a position on this matchup should look closely at the underlying squad availability, which is significantly influencing the market price.
2 months ago
Meta's plan to sell surplus computing power hit chip stocks hard on Wall Street. Meta's own shares climbed nearly 9% on the news.
The announcement flipped years of ****** umed AI compute scarcity into a supply warning. It erased billions in semiconductor and neocloud value in a single session.
Meta is building a business called Meta Compute. The unit will lease idle data center capacity to outside clients. The approach mirrors ****** eX's model. ****** eX has rented spare capacity to firms including Anthropic.
For years, investors rewarded chip suppliers on one premise. They believed AI demand always outstripped supply. Meta's admission of excess capacity broke that premise. Recent Nvidia institutional money flow data already show large investors pulling back.
Micron sank more than 10% on July 1. SanDisk, Intel and AMD each lost between 6.9% and 10.6%. Nvidia slipped just 1.25%, a modest decline that stood out against the broader rout.
The announcement flipped years of ****** umed AI compute scarcity into a supply warning. It erased billions in semiconductor and neocloud value in a single session.
Meta is building a business called Meta Compute. The unit will lease idle data center capacity to outside clients. The approach mirrors ****** eX's model. ****** eX has rented spare capacity to firms including Anthropic.
For years, investors rewarded chip suppliers on one premise. They believed AI demand always outstripped supply. Meta's admission of excess capacity broke that premise. Recent Nvidia institutional money flow data already show large investors pulling back.
Micron sank more than 10% on July 1. SanDisk, Intel and AMD each lost between 6.9% and 10.6%. Nvidia slipped just 1.25%, a modest decline that stood out against the broader rout.
2 months ago
The National and American Leagues have new faces in the race for Cy Young and MVP as we near the All-Star Weekend.
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Junior Caminero are having dominant June's, but could it all be smoke and mirrors while chasing Shohei Ohtani and Yordan Alvarez? Drew Rasmussen and Chris Sale gained some ground in the Cy Young market, but can anyone catch Cam Schlittler and Jacob Misiorowski in the second half of the year?
Jacob Misiorowski threw a 105.5 mph heater on the third pitch of the game against the Cubs in his previous start, which is the third-hardest throw since tracking started in 2008. With the All-Star break around the corner, Misiorowski is the overwhelming favorite as he continues to set records in what seems like every start.
In June, Misiorowski has a 0.96 ERA (3rd), 0.64 WHIP (4th), 38 strikeouts (T-4th) and an MLB-leading .128 OBA. He was even better in May with a 0.28 ERA (2nd), .109 OBA (1st), 0.52 WHIP (1st), and 57 strikeouts (1st). **** ody has pitched better since May.
Cristopher Sanchez put a little distance between himself and Misiorowski in his previous start and not in a good way. Against Washington, Sanchez allowed seven hits and five earned runs over 5.0 innings. That was the second-most hits and earned runs allowed this season by Sanchez.
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Junior Caminero are having dominant June's, but could it all be smoke and mirrors while chasing Shohei Ohtani and Yordan Alvarez? Drew Rasmussen and Chris Sale gained some ground in the Cy Young market, but can anyone catch Cam Schlittler and Jacob Misiorowski in the second half of the year?
Jacob Misiorowski threw a 105.5 mph heater on the third pitch of the game against the Cubs in his previous start, which is the third-hardest throw since tracking started in 2008. With the All-Star break around the corner, Misiorowski is the overwhelming favorite as he continues to set records in what seems like every start.
In June, Misiorowski has a 0.96 ERA (3rd), 0.64 WHIP (4th), 38 strikeouts (T-4th) and an MLB-leading .128 OBA. He was even better in May with a 0.28 ERA (2nd), .109 OBA (1st), 0.52 WHIP (1st), and 57 strikeouts (1st). **** ody has pitched better since May.
Cristopher Sanchez put a little distance between himself and Misiorowski in his previous start and not in a good way. Against Washington, Sanchez allowed seven hits and five earned runs over 5.0 innings. That was the second-most hits and earned runs allowed this season by Sanchez.
2 months ago
What began nine years ago as a dinner gathering of roughly 20 people at a restaurant in Laredo, Texas, has grown into the largest U.S.-to-Mexico logistics event in the country. On June 9, 2026, the 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade (MCBT) convened at the Laredo Country Club, drawing representatives from more than 500 logistics companies eager to navigate a rapidly shifting cross-border landscape.
"The event started with only 20 people," said Mark Vickers, founder of Borderless Coverage and Executive Vice President and Head of International Logistics at Reliance Partners, which hosts the event. "Now this is the largest U.S. to Mexico logistics event in the U.S."
That growth mirrors the trajectory of Borderless Coverage itself. Vickers developed the company as an entrepreneurial venture. It was the first program to offer per-load, per-project, per-client cargo insurance coverage for shipments into Mexico.
Reliance Partners, the largest privately held transportation and logistics insurance agency in the country, acquired Borderless Coverage in 2021. The MCBT event grew right alongside this acquisition, evolving from an insurance-focused gathering into a premier forum for shippers, freight brokers, carriers, customs professionals, and technology providers operating across both sides of the border.
Where Tequila Met Trucking
"The event started with only 20 people," said Mark Vickers, founder of Borderless Coverage and Executive Vice President and Head of International Logistics at Reliance Partners, which hosts the event. "Now this is the largest U.S. to Mexico logistics event in the U.S."
That growth mirrors the trajectory of Borderless Coverage itself. Vickers developed the company as an entrepreneurial venture. It was the first program to offer per-load, per-project, per-client cargo insurance coverage for shipments into Mexico.
Reliance Partners, the largest privately held transportation and logistics insurance agency in the country, acquired Borderless Coverage in 2021. The MCBT event grew right alongside this acquisition, evolving from an insurance-focused gathering into a premier forum for shippers, freight brokers, carriers, customs professionals, and technology providers operating across both sides of the border.
Where Tequila Met Trucking
2 months ago
A lot has changed for Khloé Kardashian since the early days of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," especially her style. Decades and countless seasons since the show first aired on E!, the Kardashian family has built an empire that includes fashion, popcorn, jeans, makeup, shapewear, vitamins, tequila, and beyond. Fans remember the Khloé from those early days fondly, mostly cherishing her sense of humor and her individuality, which can be challenging in a large family like hers.
Through her style, the Good American founder has carved her own lane and built her own identity without allowing her sisters and their endeavors to change her unique personality and flair. Since the beginning, she has had an eye for flashy footwear that perfectly coordinated with her outfits but has since pivoted toward more minimalist styles. Her sisters Kim and Kourtney have developed their own shoe styles as well, with the former leaning more into towering designer high heels and the latter going for a more rocker-chic aesthetic. Her younger sister Kylie usually stays ahead of the trends, while Kendall goes for minimalist, model off-duty shoes.
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Through her style, the Good American founder has carved her own lane and built her own identity without allowing her sisters and their endeavors to change her unique personality and flair. Since the beginning, she has had an eye for flashy footwear that perfectly coordinated with her outfits but has since pivoted toward more minimalist styles. Her sisters Kim and Kourtney have developed their own shoe styles as well, with the former leaning more into towering designer high heels and the latter going for a more rocker-chic aesthetic. Her younger sister Kylie usually stays ahead of the trends, while Kendall goes for minimalist, model off-duty shoes.
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2 months ago
Market concentration around artificial intelligence stocks is beginning to resemble the final stages of the dot-com era, although that may point to further upside rather than an immediate market peak, according to KB Securities.
In a note to clients, ***** yst Euntaek Lee said current trading patterns are "largely the same" as those seen in 1999, when investor attention became heavily focused on internet-related companies while other sectors delivering strong earnings growth were largely overlooked.
Lee noted that a similar trend has emerged this year. Financial and healthcare stocks benefited from solid earnings drivers during 2025, yet "have been left out of the rally simply because they are not AI plays."
According to KB Securities, investor behavior within the AI sector also mirrors what occurred during the technology boom of the late 1990s. At that time, companies often saw their share prices jump simply by announcing internet-related initiatives, regardless of whether those plans generated meaningful profits.
Lee argued that the same phenomenon can be seen in today's market, highlighting stocks "skyrocketing on news of a visit by Jensen Huang, or a hint of forays into AI/robotics, despite the absence of related earnings."
In a note to clients, ***** yst Euntaek Lee said current trading patterns are "largely the same" as those seen in 1999, when investor attention became heavily focused on internet-related companies while other sectors delivering strong earnings growth were largely overlooked.
Lee noted that a similar trend has emerged this year. Financial and healthcare stocks benefited from solid earnings drivers during 2025, yet "have been left out of the rally simply because they are not AI plays."
According to KB Securities, investor behavior within the AI sector also mirrors what occurred during the technology boom of the late 1990s. At that time, companies often saw their share prices jump simply by announcing internet-related initiatives, regardless of whether those plans generated meaningful profits.
Lee argued that the same phenomenon can be seen in today's market, highlighting stocks "skyrocketing on news of a visit by Jensen Huang, or a hint of forays into AI/robotics, despite the absence of related earnings."
2 months ago
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David Hockney, who has died aged 88, was widely considered to have been Britain's greatest living artist, said The Daily Telegraph. Instantly recognisable, with his bleached-blond hair, round glasses, impish smile and "ever-smouldering cigarette", he was for decades a subject of fascination to the world's media, as Picasso had been a generation earlier. And just as Picasso once commented that he never produced a painting as a work of art – it was all research – Hockney was a man of restless curiosity, who for more than 60 years never stopped the process of experimentation and reinvention.
What drove him was an intense need to understand "the way the world works, how the eye sees it and how the brush sets it down", said Laura Freeman in The Times. "What happens when raindrops strike still water? Or a body breaks the surface of a swimming pool? How do you capture a glass of water, transparency on transparency, or shafts of sunlight on a polished parquet floor?"
He was a superb draughtsman, but there was no medium he would not try in his effort to depict the world as it is seen. He worked in oils, acrylics, watercolours, charcoal, pen and ink, pencil, felt-tips, crayons; he produced etchings and drypoints; and made use Polaroid cameras, Xerox photocopiers, inkjet printers and the iPad. His inspirations ranged from Monet to Chinese scrolls to the Bayeux Tapestry, and he found inspiration in everything California's epic landscapes to the graffiti in public lavatories.
He was fascinated by the mechanics of image-making, said Kelsey Ables in The Atlantic – and, as he put it, "any technology that is about pictures". In 2001, he published an art historical book in which he laid out his carefully researched but hotly debated theory that the likes of Caravaggio and van Eyck had used devices such as concave mirrors and projecting lenses to achieve realism.
David Hockney, who has died aged 88, was widely considered to have been Britain's greatest living artist, said The Daily Telegraph. Instantly recognisable, with his bleached-blond hair, round glasses, impish smile and "ever-smouldering cigarette", he was for decades a subject of fascination to the world's media, as Picasso had been a generation earlier. And just as Picasso once commented that he never produced a painting as a work of art – it was all research – Hockney was a man of restless curiosity, who for more than 60 years never stopped the process of experimentation and reinvention.
What drove him was an intense need to understand "the way the world works, how the eye sees it and how the brush sets it down", said Laura Freeman in The Times. "What happens when raindrops strike still water? Or a body breaks the surface of a swimming pool? How do you capture a glass of water, transparency on transparency, or shafts of sunlight on a polished parquet floor?"
He was a superb draughtsman, but there was no medium he would not try in his effort to depict the world as it is seen. He worked in oils, acrylics, watercolours, charcoal, pen and ink, pencil, felt-tips, crayons; he produced etchings and drypoints; and made use Polaroid cameras, Xerox photocopiers, inkjet printers and the iPad. His inspirations ranged from Monet to Chinese scrolls to the Bayeux Tapestry, and he found inspiration in everything California's epic landscapes to the graffiti in public lavatories.
He was fascinated by the mechanics of image-making, said Kelsey Ables in The Atlantic – and, as he put it, "any technology that is about pictures". In 2001, he published an art historical book in which he laid out his carefully researched but hotly debated theory that the likes of Caravaggio and van Eyck had used devices such as concave mirrors and projecting lenses to achieve realism.
2 months ago
Forward guidance is out. Task forces are in.
The Federal Reserve under Kevin Warsh's one-month leadership as Chair isn't providing the highly anticipated lower interest rates that consumers, businesses and investors initially expected earlier this year to cut short-term borrowing costs.
It is, however, bringing an intense commitment to a "regime change'' that reflects the 56-year-old lawyer's pledge to reform the world's largest and most influential central bank with fewer words and more real-time data.
That includes the creation of not one, but five blue-ribbon task forces of "outside consultants" that will study Fed processes in an attempt to create a modern framework for monetary policy that mirrors the best practices of global financial and business leaders.
The task forces will work with Fed officials and staff to consider a full range of topics "worthy of a fresh look" and will provide recommendations by the end of the year, Warsh said.
The Federal Reserve under Kevin Warsh's one-month leadership as Chair isn't providing the highly anticipated lower interest rates that consumers, businesses and investors initially expected earlier this year to cut short-term borrowing costs.
It is, however, bringing an intense commitment to a "regime change'' that reflects the 56-year-old lawyer's pledge to reform the world's largest and most influential central bank with fewer words and more real-time data.
That includes the creation of not one, but five blue-ribbon task forces of "outside consultants" that will study Fed processes in an attempt to create a modern framework for monetary policy that mirrors the best practices of global financial and business leaders.
The task forces will work with Fed officials and staff to consider a full range of topics "worthy of a fresh look" and will provide recommendations by the end of the year, Warsh said.
3 months ago
Santos has already defined its main strategy for the next transfer window: to negotiate players from the current squad.
According to ge, the black-and-white club’s board aims to secure financial relief to get the accounts in order and, with stronger cash flow, enter the market in search of new additions to strengthen the squad for the rest of the season.
Check below the information gathered by the website for Peixe’s transfer window.
The move mirrors the tactic adopted in the last two transfer windows. Marcelo Teixeira’s management aims to complete deals that reach the same financial level as the last two major departures from Vila Belmiro:
Luca Meirelles: The forward was transferred in the middle of last year to Shakhtar Donetsk, of Ukraine, for 12 million euros (around R$70.7 million at the current exchange rate).
According to ge, the black-and-white club’s board aims to secure financial relief to get the accounts in order and, with stronger cash flow, enter the market in search of new additions to strengthen the squad for the rest of the season.
Check below the information gathered by the website for Peixe’s transfer window.
The move mirrors the tactic adopted in the last two transfer windows. Marcelo Teixeira’s management aims to complete deals that reach the same financial level as the last two major departures from Vila Belmiro:
Luca Meirelles: The forward was transferred in the middle of last year to Shakhtar Donetsk, of Ukraine, for 12 million euros (around R$70.7 million at the current exchange rate).
