As travel enthusiast Lora Bowler reassesses her vacation expenses, she is opting for a more cost-effective approach without compromising on luxury. In the midst of a changing travel landscape, Bowler, like many others, is turning to hotel day passes as a way to experience the amenities of upscale resorts without the hefty price tag of
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Finance leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) advanced nations met recently in Stresa, Italy, and reaffirmed their commitment to warning against excessively volatile currency moves. This language is seen as a signal to Japan that they have the green light to intervene in the market to prevent rapid falls in the yen. However, despite
At a recent meeting in Stresa, Italy, finance chiefs from the Group of Seven (G7) industrial democracies discussed the potential use of future income from $300 billion of frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine in the wake of Russia’s invasion of its neighbor in February 2022. The G7 aims to find ways to leverage these
A recent development in the ongoing protests in Hong Kong has seen a digital music distributor in the UK remove the protest anthem “Glory to Hong Kong” from streaming platforms. The decision came following a court injunction in Hong Kong, with the creators of the music expressing their disappointment at the move. The song, which
One of the recent films that have made a splash in limited release is Marco Bellocchio’s *Kidnapped: The Abduction of Edgardo Mortara*. Set in mid-19th century Bologna, the film tells the true story of a six-year-old Jewish boy who was abducted by the Catholic Church in 1858. The boy, Edgardo, was taken to Rome and
Saving for retirement is a critical aspect of financial planning, and many individuals find it challenging to consistently contribute to their retirement fund. To address this issue, an increasing number of employers are implementing automatic mechanisms in their company 401(k) plans to help employees save more effectively. One of these mechanisms is “auto-escalation,” which automatically
Boeing and NASA are pushing forward with plans to launch the Starliner capsule despite a recent leak in the spacecraft’s propulsion system. During a press conference, Boeing’s vice president Mark Nappi assured the public that the identified causes of the leak are manageable and do not pose a safety risk. The first crewed launch is
The weekend box office seems to be facing some challenges despite the availability of more movies in the market. Moviegoers are still hesitant to return to theaters, resulting in a lackluster response to new releases. The two movies released this weekend, a prequel/spinoff featuring a new actress to a beloved cult movie and a family
Yaccarino, the CEO of a social media platform owned by Elon Musk, recently criticized Australia for its handling of a temporary order blocking videos of a violent incident in Sydney. She accused Australia of overreach in their attempt to regulate online content and argued that citizens should have access to information to make up their
As the 2024 general elections in India approach, the initial opinion polls suggested a strong likelihood of the NDA, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, securing a third term with a significant majority. However, the actual progress through the first five phases of voting has raised doubts about these projections. Lower voter turnout, along with
Industry insiders are buzzing with excitement as Disney/Pixar’s highly anticipated sequel, Inside Out 2, is projected to shatter box office records with its upcoming release. Tracking numbers indicate that the film is poised to claim the top spot for the highest opening at the domestic box office so far this year, edging out blockbuster hits
Activist investors have seen a recent string of defeats in proxy fights, leading many to question their effectiveness and credibility. The original activist investors, such as Ralph Whitworth and John Bogle, were pioneers in bringing accountability and transparency to corporate governance. They focused on shareholder value and ended misconduct and excess within companies. However, over
The U.S. Department of Justice has taken legal action against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, for alleged antitrust violations. The lawsuit, which involves 30 states and was filed recently, is a result of an extensive investigation launched in 2022 to determine whether Live Nation is monopolizing the ticketing industry. The allegations made by
The premarket trading session has seen companies like Nvidia, Super Micro Computer, and Advanced Micro Devices making impressive gains. Nvidia soared by 7.4% after announcing strong fiscal first-quarter results, better-than-expected guidance, and a 10-for-1 stock split. Similarly, Super Micro Computer and Advanced Micro Devices saw a jump of more than 5% and 3% respectively. These