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www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Tech industry

Diablo IV Breaks Blizzard Records, Surpassing $666 Million' in Sales

Diablo IV, the latest version of a video game franchise that has gained millions of fans over its more than 25 years, has broken internal records for its publisher Blizzard and surpassed more than $666 million in sales since its debut on June 6.The game combines elements of different parts of the franchise, from the dark and gothic atmospherics of fighting demons to an always-online approach where players can link up with friends and strangers alike to slay monsters.
Real estate
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Opinion: Regulators should focus on banks, not IMBs

I referenced in my last opinion piece in Housing Wire that the Urban Institute publishes a monthly chart book that is packed full of relevant data.This recent publication paints a clear picture as to why any Realtor or homebuilder should always include a nonbank lender in their referrals.Before I open myself up to attacks here, I am using macro data from Urban Institute and there are certainly some banks who serve a broader swath of the market.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Cenlar FSB promotes leaders in wholesale bank division

Cenlar FSB, the second-largest mortgage servicer and largest subservicer in the U.S., announced on Tuesday the promotion of two leaders in its wholesale bank division.Keith Austin has been promoted to director of asset management and valuation services.With over 25 years of experience in portfolio management, he brings to the role an extensive expertise in default mortgage servicing.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Top Producer Software launches social media lead product

Top Producer Software, a leading real estate software provider, announced on Monday the release of its first-ever social media lead product, Social Connect.This new product combines social media marketing with automated lead nurture to enable real estate agents to grow their database and convert more leads into clients.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Top executives to leave loanDepot amid business line consolidation

California-based loanDepot announced on Friday that four top executives hired during Anthony Hsiehs reign are departing the company, only two months after its founder was fired from an executive position amid a battle with the board of directors.The lender is also consolidating its business line in response to another financial loss in the first quarter of 2023.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Revolution Mortgage snags top loanDepot loan officers

Direct retail lender Revolution Mortgage has scooped up two of loanDepots top LOs, accelerating its plans to expand market share despite a tough origination environment.Jorden Brok and Brett Lotsoff are producing area managers and SVPs of mortgage lending at Revolution Mortgage and are tasked with expanding the company's footprint in the greater Chicago area.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

Planet acquires Platinum Home Mortgage Corporation

Connecticut-based lender and servicer Planet Home Lending has acquired the assets of Illinois-based retail lender Platinum Home Mortgage Corporation.The financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.With the acquisition, Planet will inherit the majority of Platinum's origination staff and branches throughout the country.
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time.com
10 months ago
Business

CEO of Ground-Breaking DNA Sequencing Company Illumina Resigns Amid Pressure From Investor Carl Icahn

Gene sequencing test maker Illumina Inc. said Sunday that its board has accepted the resignation of its CEO and director, Francis deSouza, effective immediately.Charles Dadswell, senior vice president and general counsel, has been named interim CEO, while the board conducts a search for a new CEO.Illumina said deSouza, who has been with the company since 2013 and was named CEO three years later, will stay on in an advisory capacity until July 31.
real-estate
www.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
East Bay (California)

Historic downtown San Jose office building eyed for housing high-rise

SAN JOSE The iconic Bank of Italy office tower in downtown San Jose may gain a new mission as a housing high-rise, a conversion being discussed against the forbidding backdrop of an office market that continues to wobble.Converting the high-profile, nearly century-old tower to residential units could be a winner for the property, considering the shortage of housing in the Bay Area and the post-pandemic woes afflicting the regional office market.
www.housingwire.com
11 months ago
Real estate

Nominations for the 2023 Women of Influence award close today!

Today marks the last day to submit a nomination for HousingWire's prestigious and first-of-its kind Women of Influence award.Each year, HousingWire's Women of Influence award spotlights women who are cultivating a new path forward for the housing economy and paving the way for the women who follow after them.
HousingWire
11 months ago
Real estate

Announcing the 2023 HW Annual Agenda

The 2023 HousingWire Annual agenda is here.After listening to pitches from our community, discussing with our welcome committee and fine-tuning with our HousingWire team, we feel confident that we're delivering an agenda that addresses the topics you need to start off 2024 as a leading housing professional.
HousingWire
11 months ago
Real estate

The 2023 Women of Influence nominations are now open!

The HousingWire award spotlight series highlights the individuals who have been previously recognized by the HW Editors' Choice Awards.ominations for HousingWire's Women of Influence award are now open through Friday, May 19, 2023.to nominate a female leader in the industry - a client, colleague, boss or friend - it can even be you!
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Music
RAIN News
10 months ago
Music

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Z-tails The Gen Z Podcast Listener Report, conducted by Edison Research with support from SXM Media will be presented in a free webinar on June 15.Presenters: Edison Research Manager of Research Salma Aly and SXM Media Vice President of Sales Research Melissa Paris.Forty-seven percent of the Gen Z population are podcast listeners - that's 24-million people.
RAIN News
11 months ago
Music

Wall Street Journal launches WSJ Radio on TuneIn - RAIN News

Dow Jones and TuneIn have announced a collaboration in which WSJ Radio will join the streaming audio giant with a dedicated 24-hour channel.TuneIn Premium subscribers will hear an ad-free presentation; anyone can listen to the ad-supported version."We're thrilled to be able to partner with Dow Jones as they are the go-to source for international business news and data," said Richard Stern, CEO of TuneIn.
SXSW
1 year ago
Music

Macklemore Surprise Performance in Dolby Atmos at SXSW on March 17

Dolby Laboratories, a leader in immersive entertainment experiences, and Macklemore, the multi-diamond certified, GRAMMY®-winning hip-hop artist, are teaming up to showcase the future of music through a surprise performance in Dolby Atmos, one-night only at SXSW 2023.This will be Macklemore's first live concert in Dolby Atmos and will take place at ACL Live at the Moody Theater Friday, March 17.
"One of the best parts of releasing a new album is getting to perform it live, and I'm excited to have the opportunity to do my first ever performance in Dolby Atmos," said Ben Haggerty, (Macklemore).
RAIN News
1 year ago
Music

Adam Sachs, pioneer podcast exec, takes higher role at SiriusXM - RAIN News

Adam Sachs, a pioneering podcast executive, has been promoted by SiriusXM to the role of Senior Vice President of Entertainment, Comedy and Podcasts Programming.He will report to Chief Content Officer Scott Greenstein.Sachs was head of Team Coco, Conan O'Brien's podcast company, and was CEO of Midroll Media (parent company of Stitcher) when it was acquired by SiriusXM in 2020 for $325-million.
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www.cnn.com
10 months ago
US politics

North Dakota GOP Gov. Doug Burgum files to run for president in 2024

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum on Wednesday filed paperwork to run for president.The long-shot Republican contender is set to kick off his campaign with an event in Fargo, North Dakota, and earlier this week he released a video teasing the bid.Anger, yelling, infighting that's not going to cut it anymore.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
US politics

Doug Burgum, Wealthy North Dakota Governor, Enters Presidential Race

Gov. Doug Burgum, the Republican governor of North Dakota who rose from a chimney sweep to become one of the richest men in the state, announced a campaign for president on Wednesday, entering an increasingly crowded race in which he faces exceedingly long odds.We need a new leader for a changing economy, Mr. Burgum wrote in an opinion essay in The Wall Street Journal that focused heavily on his business acumen.
www.housingwire.com
10 months ago
Real estate

UHM names Linda Thomas regional manager of Florida operations

Union Home Mortgage (UHM), an independent mortgage banking company, announced on Tuesday that it has appointed Linda Thomas as regional manager for the company's Florida operations.In this role, Thomas will primarily focus on recruiting loan officers across the state.Florida has always been a key focus for us.
Washington Post
11 months ago
Science

Gene-edited cells move science closer to repairing damaged hearts

Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States, but fixing damaged tissue has been a unique biological challenge.(N/A/iStock)Scientists seeking to combat the nation's number one killer have discovered why experiments using cell transplants to repair damage from a heart attack wind up backfiring and causing life-threatening arrhythmias.
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 year ago
Intellectual property law

Bipartisan Letter Pushes Vidal to Act on Perceived 'Patent Thicket' Problems

"When one patent is deemed meritless, the associated duplicates should fall as well."- Rep. Darrell Issa
A bipartisan group of congress members sent a letter to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director Kathi Vidal late last week urging her to implement some of the proposals outlined in her October 2022 Request for Comments on Robust and Reliable Patents in order to address problems around drug pricing.
www.mercurynews.com
1 year ago
East Bay (California)

Foot Locker is closing 400 stores. Why they may become an eyesore

Two major retail chains are closing roughly 800 stores.One company's spaces likely will be filled, while the other's may become empty, and unsightly, zombie stores.Retailers are already lining up to take over the approximately 400 shuttering Bed Bath & Beyond stores in strip malls, where customers can easily park in front.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
US news

Foot Locker is closing 400 stores. They may become an eyesore

Two major retail chains are closing roughly 800 stores.One company's spaces likely will be filled, while the other's may become empty, and unsightly, zombie stores.Retailers are already lining up to take over the approximately 400 shuttering Bed Bath & Beyond stores in strip malls, where customers can easily park in front.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
US politics

World Bank Warns of Lost Decade' for Global Economic Potential

WASHINGTON The World Bank warned on Monday that the coronavirus pandemic and Russia's war in Ukraine have contributed to a decline in the global economy's long-term growth potential, leading to what could be a lost decade that would mean more poverty and fewer resources to combat the impact of climate change.
Eater
10 months ago
Food & drink

The Future of Snacks Was on Display at the 2023 Sweets and Snacks Expo

Despite the many things that divided them - sweet versus salty, sour versus chocolate, Flamin' Hot versus BBQ - everyone at the 26th annual Sweets & Snacks Expo at Chicago's McCormick Place last month could agree on one thing: the past three years have been long and trying.For candy and snack manufacturers, the pandemic era has been marked by shortages, inflation, and manufacturing difficulties.
Food & Beverage Magazine
11 months ago
Food & drink

The Evolution of the Brewery

Breweries have had an interesting evolution.As a result of the pandemic, more brewery owners and operators have shifted their operations to create spaces - beyond a simple tap room - that create a sense of space and place.Even if their customers were happy with approaching the counter before just to get a taste of the newly released draft, they know that to stay successful, like any business, they must evolve.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Clippers to promote assistant general manager Trent Redden to GM

(David Berding / Getty Images)

The Clippers are promoting Trent Redden to general manager, the team announced Monday.In elevating Redden, the Clippers are also keeping the core of their front office together by promoting Mark Hughes to senior vice president/assistant general manager.By selecting Redden as the team's new second-highest-ranking basketball executive, president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank chose someone he has worked with since 2017, when he hired Redden as the Clippers' assistant general manager while building a brand-new front office.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

Wizards hire Schlenk as Senior VP of player personnel

As reported tonight by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Washington Wizards are hiring former Hawks GM Travis Schlenk as their new Senior Vice President of Player Personnel.The Wizards are hiring former Hawks President of Basketball Operations Travis Schlenk as Senior VP of Player Personnel, sources tell ESPN.
RAIN News
11 months ago
Music

New York Times launches dedicated listening app, NYT Audio - RAIN News

The New York Times, producer of leading news podcast The Daily, and owner of Serial Productions and voice narration provider Audm, has launched NYT Audio, a dedicated mobile listening app.The new smartphone product is unfortunately available only for the iOS iPhone platform.We keenly await a proper launch that includes Android.
SFGATE
11 months ago
SF real estate

Frontdoor CEO Bill Cobb Shares Everything You Need to Know About Their New "Tele-Health for the Home" App

Realtor.com Creative Studio spoke with Bill Cobb, Frontdoor's chairman and chief executive officer, about the state of the home services industry and tech impacts in 2023 - and beyond.You left retirement and joined Frontdoor as the CEO in June 2022.Tell us about your unique background and why you left retirement.
NESN.com
1 year ago
Boston Red Sox

Red Sox's Brooke Cooper Leading Triple-A Worcester Off Field

Women holding high-level positions in the world of sports are no longer as infrequent as in years past.In fact, finding women executives is more common than not, and Brooke Copper of the Worcester Red Sox is a perfect example.Cooper was named Senior Vice President and Assistant General Manager of the Red Sox's Triple-A affiliate last year after working her way up from being an intern in 2015.
DevOps.com
1 year ago
DevOps

Cloud Management Issues Are Coming to a Head

By: Mike Vizard on
A survey of 1,300 technology and data executives found that more than a decade after the initial rise of cloud computing, organizations are still struggling to manage these environments.Conducted by Wakefield Research on behalf of NetApp, the survey found 98% of respondents reported their business has been impacted by everything from the increasing complexity of data and heightened cybersecurity risk to lack of visibility into business operations and staff burnout.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
California

What's the cost to cool Los Angeles? City explores a cooling mandate for all rental units

(Reed Saxon / Associated Press)

Heading into the peak of summer, Los Angeles officials want to know what it would take to require every rental unit in the city to have an air conditioner or central air.Just last year, Southern California was gripped by a 10-day heat wave that rippled through the region and smashed temperature records.
Los Angeles Times
11 months ago
California

California bill targeting 'toxic' chemicals in Skittles, other snacks passes first hurdle

(Casey Rodgers / Invision / Associated Press)

A first-of-its-kind law that would ban the use of certain ingredients and dyes linked to cancer and other health issues in processed foods and drinks is now closer than ever to becoming reality in California.Assembly Bill 418, introduced by Assemblymembers Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills) and Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland), would ban the manufacture, sale and distribution of foods containing red dye No. 3, titanium dioxide, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, or propylparaben - starting in 2025.
chicago.suntimes.com
10 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Polling Place: Who are the main culprits in Cubs', White Sox' failures so far?

Chicago White Sox executive vice president Kenny Williams, left, talks with senior vice president-general manager Rick Hahn, right, during the team's batting practice before a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Friday, May 19, 2023, in Chicago.(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast) ORG XMIT: CXS102 Who's the prime culprit in the Cubs' last-place start?
Yahoo Sports
10 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Where in the world is Marcus Freeman: White Sox game edition

Baseball on the south side of Chicago has been rather forgettable this year as the White Sox are just 23-35 after starting the season seen as many as AL Central favorites.That didn't stop Marcus Freeman and his staff from taking in Wednesday's White Sox vs. Los Angeles Angels game, however.Freeman threw out the first pitch before the matinee affair and accomplished his goal of not bouncing it - although it would have been called a ball for being too high even if Paul Bunyan was batting.
Washington Post
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

Wizards hire former Hawks executive Travis Schlenk to front office

Travis Schlenk, shown here with Hawks' first-round pick Jalen Johnson at the 2021 NBA draft, will oversee payer personnel for the Wizards.(John Bazemore/AP)It isn't a name to fill the Washington Wizards' vacant general manager position, but new Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger made his first hire.
Bullets Forever
11 months ago
Washington Wizards

The Wizards will have new premium loft seating for next season

This week, the Washington Wizards announced they will have a new premium/courtside section called "Courtside Lofts."According to a press release and graphic renderings, this takes over the seats in the back of the Box West section.The back area of the Box East section turned into a courtside lounge a few years ago,
In a press release, Senior Vice President of Wizards Ticket Sales & Service Bill Hanni said the following:

We know that Washington, D.C. is a market that values premium hospitality and exclusive experiences, and as an organization, we strive to provide the best possible experience for all premium seat holders.
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
10 months ago
Washington DC

Waitlists at DC-Area Private Pools Are Absolutely Bonkers

When Arlington consultant Elizabeth (not her real name) moved from DC to the suburbs a year and a half ago, she decided it was time for her family to join a private pool.As a kid, she belonged to a swim team at a club, and she hopes her children can create similar happy memories.To make that happen, Elizabeth joined waitlists at three Arlington pools: Arlington Forest Club, Dominion Hills Pool, and Overlee.
TechRepublic
10 months ago
Artificial intelligence

NVIDIA announces new class of supercomputer and other AI-focused data center services

The NVIDIA DGX supercomputer using GH200 Grace Hopper Superchips could be the top of its class.Learn what this and the company's other announcements mean for enterprise AI and high-performance computing.On May 28 at the COMPUTEX conference in Taipei, NVIDIA announced a host of new hardware and networking tools, many focused around enabling artificial intelligence.
Brownstoner
11 months ago
Brooklyn real estate

Buying a Condo This Spring? RSVP Now for Brownstoner's Free Friday Webinar

Thinking of buying an apartment in a new development?It's quite different than buying a resale.Watch this free Brownstoner webinar "Buying and Selling in a New-Construction Building" for what you need to know.The differences when buying a new development include:
1) You may not be able to walk into the apartment before you buy it.
Brownstoner
11 months ago
Brooklyn real estate

Buying a Condo This Spring? RSVP Now for Brownstoner's Free Friday Webinar

Thinking of buying or selling an apartment in a new development?Then check out the free webinar " Buying and Selling in a New-Construction Building " on Friday, May 12 at 3:30 p.m.The webinar, part of the Brownstoner Home Events series, will feature Rick Kelly, founder of Alta Real Estate; John Gnisci, senior vice president at Cross Country Mortgage; and attorney Sharon Yehoshua Darouvar from the law firm Konner, Gershburg, Melnick, Darouvar.
Brownstoner
11 months ago
Brooklyn real estate

Free Webinar: Buying in a New-Construction Building

Buying or selling an apartment in a new development is far different than doing it in an existing apartment building.So it's helpful to know what is typically on the table and what's not in negotiations.That's why the free webinar " Buying and Selling in a New-Construction Building " is a must-attend on May 12 at 3:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
California

Disney's planned community in California takes shape with nod to 'The Incredibles'

(Walt Disney Imagineering)

The House of Mouse?Think a whole lot bigger.Officials on Friday released fresh details about the first Storyliving by Disney project in Riverside County, an ambitious effort to infuse a master-planned community with the Burbank entertainment giant's trademark whimsy and wonder.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston real estate

The push for women in architecture is building momentum

Real Estate There's gender parity in the field, a survey suggests, but not at the leadership level.Flexible work arrangements borne from the pandemic may help that.There's a lot of progress when it comes to female representation in residential design, construction, and development.Women accounted for nearly 11 percent of the entire US construction sector last year - a record high, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Exchangewire
10 months ago
Marketing tech

Teads Unveils Key Learnings on Attention Measurement Across 500+ Global Campaigns

Teads, the global media platform, released the findings of its recent attention meta-analysis, which has further proven the practicality of attention as a new measurement metric, and underscored actionable ways for companies to leverage attention for improved brand lift and campaign outcomes across the funnel.
Exchangewire
11 months ago
Marketing tech

Yahoo Partners with Samba TV for Advanced TV solution, Enhancing Targeting & Measurement

Yahoo announced a strategic partnership with Samba TV, the global leader in TV data and analytics, to provide advertisers with a holistic advanced TV solution to enhance omni-screen campaign targeting and measurement within the Yahoo DSP for the first time across the UK and Canada.The deal is part of an extension and renewal of an existing partnership in Australia, launched in 2022 to help agencies plan, activate, and measure TV budgets with greater efficiency and effectiveness.
www.cbc.ca
10 months ago
Toronto

Booking a hotel room in Toronto this summer? Get ready for high prices | CBC News

A typical seasonal bump in hotel prices is being driven higher this summer by a boost in demand and inflationary pressures, say experts.And one hospitality union says the workers on the ground deserve to reap some of the rewards of a re-surging travel industry.The commercial real estate services CBRE Canada forecasted in April that the average daily rate of a hotel room in the GTA will reach $212 by the end of 2023.
Chicago Tribune
11 months ago
Chicago

Ex-Chicago Cubs prospect sought by police in shooting death

Dominican Republic national police are searching for a former Chicago Cubs minor-leaguer in connection with a homicide.The Cubs signed outfielder Josefrailin Alcántara as an international amateur free agent in January 2022 for a reported $500,000.Alcántara, 18, is now wanted in a shooting death in his native Dominican Republic, according to reports from the country.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Chicago area's 1st-time homebuyers could get grant from Freddie Mac, Rocket Mortgage

Chicago-area residents looking to buy their first home will now have access to a new down payment assistance credit courtesy of a partnership between mortgage finance company Freddie Mac and mortgage lender Rocket Mortgage.Freddie Mac launched a program called BorrowSmart Access early this month, allowing some first-time homebuyers in 10 metropolitan areas - including Chicago - to receive a $3,000 grant toward a down payment on a single home or two-flat if they receive loans from Rocket Mortgage, the country's biggest lender.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

March Madness expected to generate record betting in Illinois, as office pools return and sportsbooks top $1 billion in January

Three years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic canceled March Madness and delayed the launch of legal sportsbooks in Illinois, the NCAA men's basketball tournament is tipping off this week with more bettors than ever.From resurgent office pools to online sports betting, 68 million Americans - 1 in 4 adults - are expected to wager a record $15.5 billion as the 68-team field is winnowed to one, according to the American Gaming Association.
Los Angeles Times
11 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

USC names interim administrator to lead athletic department, Big Ten transition team

(Gary Coronado / Los Angeles Times)

USC has appointed an "interim executive administrator" to help steer a reeling department in the wake of Mike Bohn's resignation Friday.Denise Kwok, USC's executive senior associate athletic director for student-athlete development, will be the interim executive administrator while USC balances conducting a search for a new athletic director and navigating a transition to the Big Ten Conference.
www.housingwire.com
11 months ago
Real estate

Fannie and Freddie address loan-repurchase complaints

Executives from both government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) participated in a session on Tuesday morning during the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Secondary and Capital Markets Conference and Expo in New York.I totally understand where the question is coming from.But I don't think this is really a question about the process.
www.npr.org
11 months ago
Science

After a TikTok user rehabbed a couch from the curb, a bedbug expert urges caution

A screenshot shows TikTok user yafavv.mandaafinding a blue couch on a New York City street.The video spurred questions about whether the sofa might have bed bugs.Screenshot by NPR After a TikTok user found a used couch on a New York City curb and rehabbed it to use in her apartment, some were quick to point out one tiny issue: it might have bedbugs.
KQED
11 months ago
Science

California's Air Board Votes to Scale Down Fleets of Diesel Trucks | KQED

"Even the air is unequal," she said."Wealthier communities have more resources, green space and built environment to protect them from the harmful impacts of dirty trucks.Others do not.And we see it in differences in emergency visits and hospitalizations due to respiratory issues for people who live closer to freeways and truck traffic.
www.housingwire.com
11 months ago
Real estate

Storm clouds on the horizon for the mortgage industry

Residential mortgage industry analysts and executives continue to see choppy waters ahead.The banking crisis is still unfolding, impacting the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) space, reducing jumbo loan offerings, and putting pressure on commercial real estate companies.Even if the U.S. debt limit impasse is solved, the U.S. can face a downgrade to its long-term debt, with consequences for the overall economy.
www.housingwire.com
11 months ago
Real estate

Housing construction looks positive despite recessionprojections

Housing demand has shifted more toward the new home market, Fannie Mae's Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group noted in its May economic outlook.While mortgage rates have pulled back modestly from their highs in early March, ongoing affordability constraints, a lack of inventory for sale, and the ongoing persistence of a lock-in effect where existing homeowners with low mortgage rates are disincentivized to sell their homes are likely to keep sales subdued for the remainder of the year, according to the ESR group.
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
Sports

A Baffert Horse Wins on the Same Day That Another Is Fatally Injured

Bob Baffert, the most accomplished and controversial horse trainer in America, returned to the Triple Crown trail on Saturday and watched his colt National Treasure win the 148th running of the Preakness Stakes.The victory came after Baffert's two-year ban from the sport's premier stage because of a doping violation, and hours after another one of his horses died competing in an undercard race at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
Sports

An N.F.L. Star Finds Confidence in Making Music

SANTA MONICA, Calif.About 30 minutes into Darren Waller's recording session, a music producer asked him to make a small tweak.Waller, the Pro Bowl tight end for whom the Giants traded in March, was stationed inside Interscope Records's sprawling headquarters trying to finalize two songs he'd created.
Brooklyn Paper
11 months ago
Brooklyn

Saturday's Brooklyn Half Marathon: How to watch, road closures, and more * Brooklyn Paper

File photo by Erica Price
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A stampede of over 26,000 runners will pound the pavement for over 13 miles on Saturday during the Brooklyn Half Marathon, winding their way through the streets of Kings County.
Schneps Podcasts
1 year ago
Brooklyn

Dr. Errol Pierre, Senior Vice President of State Programs at Healthfirst Inc, and author of the new book "The Way Up" - Schneps Podcasts

Dr. Errol Pierre, Senior Vice President of State Programs at Healthfirst Inc, and author of the new book "The Way Up", speaks of the people who impacted his early life, his role there, and his secrets to success.When searching for A-Lister Podcast on your podcast networks make sure to click subscribe to automatically receive each new weekly episode or you can stream us online at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com.
RMNB
11 months ago
Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals extend ECHL affiliation agreement with South Carolina Stingrays

The Washington Capitals announced on Thursday that they extended their ECHL affiliation agreement with the South Carolina Stingrays for another three seasons.The Stingrays finished first in the ECHL's South Division and second in the Eastern Conference with a 45-22-4-1 record.South Carolina works as a feeder system to both the Hershey Bears and Capitals.
RMNB
11 months ago
Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals sign Alex Alexeyev to two-year, $1.65 million contract extension

The Washington Capitals announced Tuesday that they have re-signed Alex Alexeyev to a two-year, $1.65 million contract.The 23-year-old defenseman was scheduled to become an RFA on July 1st.The contract is a one-way deal with an AAV of $825k.Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedmann first reported the team was close to a deal on Monday.
RMNB
11 months ago
Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals sign Ivan Miroshnichenko to three-year, entry-level contract

The Washington Capitals just announced they signed their best overall prospect outside the system.Russian forward Ivan Miroshnichenko has signed a three-year, entry-level contract that will pay him $855,000 at the NHL level and $82,500 in the AHL.Miroshnichenko, 19, was the Capitals' 20th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft.
RMNB
11 months ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals sign SHL defenseman Hardy Haman Aktell to one-year, two-way entry-level contract

The Washington Capitals announced that they signed SHL standout defenseman Hardy Häman Aktell to a one-year, two-way entry-level contract on Thursday.The signing comes a day after it was reported by Swedish outlet Smålandsposten that the Caps were the NHL frontrunners to sign him.In 51 SHL games this past season, Häman Aktell recorded 36 points (9g, 27a) from the blueline.
RMNB
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals send Zach Fucale and Gabriel Carlsson down to Hershey Bears

The Washington Capitals announced on Thursday afternoon that they have sent goaltender Zach Fucale and defenseman Gabriel Carlsson back to the Hershey Bears.The moves come as both John Carlson and Darcy Kuemper are ready to make their respective returns from injury against the Chicago Blackhawks.The Capitals needed an open roster spot to be able to activate Carlson from long-term injured reserve.
RMNB
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals recall goaltender Zach Fucale from Hershey after Darcy Kuemper leaves practice with injury

The Washington Capitals announced that they have recalled goaltender Zach Fucale from the Hershey Bears late in the afternoon on Saturday.The news comes after regular number one netminder Darcy Kuemper left practice earlier in the day with an upper-body injury.The Caps are flying to Minnesota to take on the Wild in a Sunday matinee matchup.
channelpro
11 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Darktrace snaps up former Cohesity executive to lead channel efforts

Cyber security AI specialist Darktrace has announced the appointment of Dan Monahan as senior vice president of its global partner organization.Reporting to chief revenue officer Denise Walter, Monahan will oversee channel sales, technology alliances, and strategic partners.That includes evolving the vendor's partner program, driving growth with new partners, as well as deepening relationships with those already working with Darktrace.
Mashable
11 months ago
Marketing

TikTok quietly unveils a search widget for iPhone users

TikTok makes searching easier than ever before.TikTok's search widget is now available for iPhone users, giving you a shortcut to its search.So, instead of opening the app and then clicking the search button, when you tap the widget you're automatically brought to TikTok's search screen.It saves you 5 seconds max but suggests that the platform is doubling down on its status as a search engine.
SmartBrief
11 months ago
Marketing

Smart tech investments to improve your ecommerce experience - SmartBrief

As an ecommerce business, your tech stack is the foundation for your online store - and therefore has the potential to make or break your business.But with the right tech stack, your business will have the solution it needs to make your brand stand out from the competition and create shopping experiences that build steadfast brand loyalty.
Poynter
11 months ago
Media industry

Gannett is experiencing a mass exodus among top execs. Here's who has left. - Poynter

USA Today's vice president and executive editor of news and initiatives Kristen Go will be leaving Friday, making her the eighth high-ranking editor or executive to depart Gannett in the last six months.The company, which underwent several rounds of cuts last year, has experienced a mass exodus among top leadership.
Poynter
11 months ago
Media industry

As newspapers diminish, public media can play an increasingly important journalistic role - Poynter

Sitara Nieves is Poynter's vice president for teaching and organizational strategy and the co-lead of the upcoming Editorial Integrity and Leadership Initiative, along with Kelly McBride, senior vice president and chair of the Craig Newmark Center for Ethics and Leadership at Poynter.Nieves recently answered some questions about the nine-month fellowship, which is designed to sharpen the management and ethical decision-making skills of leaders in public media and is funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Washington Post
11 months ago
London politics

Pakistan braces for turmoil as ex-PM Khan due in court

Police officers stand guard to ensure security at the vicinity of police headquarters, where Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan is held and will appear in a temporary court set up by authorities for security reasons, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Wednesday, May 10, 2023.The opposition party of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Khan called for demonstrators to remain peaceful, hours after mobs angered over the dramatic mid-trial arrest set fire to the residence of a top army general in the eastern city of Lahore.
ZDNET
11 months ago
Privacy professionals

Remote workers are still more vulnerable to hackers than they should be. Here's what to do

Getty/FG Trade There's a pretty good chance that wherever you're reading this article, it's not from your desk in a traditional office.You might instead be reading it while you're working from home or from a coffee shop or another space, or maybe on your phone as you wait between meetings.You may be reading this from your company office, but even if that's the case, it's unlikely that you'll be there every day of the week.
LawSites
11 months ago
Law

Two Notable Legal Tech Moves, As Crowell Names Alma Asay Chief Innovation Officer and Relativity Names Laurie Usewicz Chief Partner Officer

There were two notable moves in the legal tech world announced today, both to newly created positions, as the law firm announced that it has named Crowell & MoringAlma Asay as its first chief innovation and value officer, and Relativity said that it has named Laurie Usewicz as its first chief partner officer.
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
US news

How to Police Gerrymanders? Some Judges Say the Courts Can't.

WASHINGTON Courts decide vexing legal matters and interpret opaque Constitutional language all the time, from defining pornography and judging whether a search or seizure is unreasonable to determining how speedy a speedy trial must be.And then there is the issue that some judges increasingly say is beyond their abilities to adjudicate.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
US news

Why American whiskey is the real winner of St. Patrick's Day

On St. Patrick's Day, it might seem appropriate to knock back a shot of Jameson Irish Whiskey.However, when it comes to the luck of the Irish, US whiskey-makers might have the upper hand.American-made whiskey is one of the fastest-growing spirits in the United States, with sales soaring nearly 11% last year to $5.1 billion, according to a recent report from the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS).
Brooklyneagle
11 months ago
Medicine

Safety survey: Only 1 Brooklyn hospital received an 'A' grade

NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, in Sunset Park, was the only hospital in Brooklyn to receive an "A" grade in the respected Leapfrog Group's 2023 survey of hospital safety and quality.And just one hospital in the borough received a "B" - New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Park Slope.
Design Milk
11 months ago
Design

Get Cooking With Molly Baz for Crate & Barrel's Kitchen Collection

The latest collaboration to slide across our screens is this bright and bold 58-piece kitchen collection from chef and cookbook author Molly Baz and Crate & Barrel.The Molly Baz for Crate & Barrel collection features lots of curves, color ("Molly Baz blue!"), and considerate touches that only a cook like her might dream up.
HousingWire
11 months ago
Real estate

Snapdocs, Finastra LOS integrate to support Trustmark eClosings

, a leading digital closing platform for the mortgage industry, has announced a new integration with Finastra's Mortgagebot loan origination system (LOS) to support Trustmark 's eClose transformation.With this integration, Trustmark's lenders nationwide can execute closings in a centralized workflow to drive faster closing times, reduce operating costs and enhance the borrower experience.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
NYC food

Two States Have Proposed Bans on Common Food Additives Linked to Health Concerns

Newly proposed bills in California and New York are putting food additives the chemicals manufacturers add to food to act as preservatives or to enhance color, texture or taste under the microscope.The state legislators are seeking to prohibit the manufacturing and sale of products containing additives that have been linked to cancer, neurodevelopmental issues and hormone dysfunction.
www.winemag.com
1 year ago
Wine

Key Insights from U.S. Distributors Shared at ProWein

ProWein International Trade Fair for Wines and Spirits in Dusseldorf, Germany, which took place March 19-21, lived up to its name as approximately 6,000 exhibitors from more than 60 countries were in attendance.Italy led the way, with 1,100 brands present, and more than 200 wineries from California showed America's international wine presence.
DevOps.com
1 year ago
DevOps

New Relic Bets on AI to Advance Observability

By: Mike Vizard on
New Relic is preparing to extend the capabilities of its observability platform by making use of both additional machine learning algorithms and the ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence (AI) platform.Peter Pezaris, senior vice president for strategy and experience at New Relic, said during an interview on an episode of TechStrong TV that a prototype of an AI model created using machine learning algorithms will automatically notify developers when code in a production environment is not performing well-right within their integrated development environment (IDE).
HousingWire
1 year ago
Real estate

Bank failures may be the catalyst for an economic recession

Fannie Maehas projected that the recent bank failures may act as the catalyst that tips an already precarious economy into a recession - primarily due to the combination of tighter lending standards by small- and mid-sized regional banks.The ongoing banking instability may affect the availability of jumbo mortgages and residential construction loans due to the high concentration of those originations stemming from small and mid-sized banks, Fannie Mae's Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group said.
TechCrunch
1 year ago
Growth hacking

Snap exec and head of growth Jacob Andreou heads to Greylock

Snap's head of growth and previously longtime product head Jacob Andreou is leaving the social media company after 8 years to join Greylock as a General Partner.The exec announced his transition plans via a Twitter post noting he would be leaving Snap in May to focus on partnering with the "next generation of consumer founders."
news.bitcoin.com
1 year ago
Cryptocurrency

Nasdaq Aims to Launch Crypto Custody Services in Second Quarter Exchanges Bitcoin News

Exchanges by Lubomir Tassev Nasdaq intends to launch its custody services for digital assets like bitcoin by the end of this year's second quarter.The exchange operator is among those traditional financial firms that want to play a role as intermediaries in the crypto sector which saw the collapse of some major players.
www.kvue.com
1 year ago
Austin

Golfers tee off one last time for Dell Match Play in Austin

AUSTIN, Texas Golfers will tee off one last time for the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play in Austin this year, starting on Wednesday, March 22. Dell Match Play has been a part of the World Golf Championships (WGC) schedule since 2016 when Dell became the title sponsor and Austin Country Club became the host venue.
www.mercurynews.com
1 year ago
East Bay (California)

Downtown San Jose food hall will include kitchens, coffee bar, dining

SAN JOSE A downtown San Jose food hall proposed by an Uber co-founder is slated to include a dining center, coffee bar and dozens of kitchens, city planning documents show.The unusual project is being built inside a historic building constructed around 1885 that has addresses ranging from 82 through 96 East Santa Clara Street in San Jose.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Willis Reed, Knicks Hall of Famer who played through pain for title, dies at 80

Willis Reed, who dramatically emerged from the locker room minutes before Game 7 of the 1970 NBA finals to spark the New York Knicks to their first championship and create one of the league's most enduring examples of playing through pain, died on Tuesday.He was 80. Reed's death was announced by the National Basketball Retired Players Association, which had confirmed the news with his family.
www.kvue.com
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Willis Reed, leader on Knicks' 2 title teams, dies at 80

NEW YORK Willis Reed, who dramatically emerged from the locker room minutes before Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals to spark the New York Knicks to their first championship and create one of sports' most enduring examples of playing through pain, died Tuesday.He was 80. Reed's death was announced by the National Basketball Retired Players Association, which confirmed it through his family.
www.amny.com
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Willis Reed, Knicks legend whose gutsiness sparked 1970 title, dead at 80 | amNewYork

Willis Reed (Wikimedia Commons) New York Knicks legend and Basketball Hall of Famer Willis Reed has died at the age of 80, according to multiple reports on Monday.Per Peter Vescey, Reed had been suffering from congestive heart problems and was going through rehab to walk, but the cause of death is unknown at this time.
DevOps.com
1 year ago
Software development

Oracle Makes Java 20 Platform Generally Available

By: Mike Vizard on
At an Oracle DevLive Level Up event, Oracle today announced the availability of a Java 20 update that makes a range of innovations more accessible to application development teams.Georges Saab, senior vice president of development for the Java Platform and chair of the OpenJDK Governing Board for Oracle, said the latest version of the venerable programming language builds on previous extensions made to the Java development kit (JDK) that exemplify how the pace of Java innovation is now increasing.
The Verge
1 year ago
Graphic design

Adobe Express for Enterprise improves creative collaboration

Adobe has unveiled Adobe Express for Enterprise, a new version of the Adobe Express cloud-based design platform that's meant to make content creation more accessible for those without professional design experience.Announced today at the Adobe Summit conference, Adobe Express for Enterprise is available now as part of an Adobe Creative Cloud Enterprise subscription (starting at $36 a month per license) and is meant to support collaboration across organizations.
time.com
1 year ago
Europe news

Xi Jinping's Visit to Russia Isn't Really About Bringing Peace to Ukraine

After Xi Jinping became China's leader back in 2013, his inaugural overseas trip was to Russia, and his return to Moscow on Monday marks his ninth visit in total.Much has changed over the intervening decadeperhaps most significantly that Xi will be expected to shake hands with a suspected war criminal upon arrival, following the International Criminal Court's issuance of an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin on Friday.
Insidehighered
1 year ago
Higher education

City College of San Francisco struggles to heat classrooms

The City College of San Francisco Board of Trustees held an emergency meeting Tuesday to approve funds for much-needed fixes to the heating systems on several campuses.The meeting came after months-and some say years-of complaints from students, faculty and staff members about overly chilly classrooms caused by aging or broken heating systems.
RMNB
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals send Joe Snively back to Hershey Bears

The Washington Capitals announced on Thursday afternoon that they have sent forward Joe Snively back to the Hershey Bears.Snively was originally recalled by the Caps on Tuesday as both Alex Ovechkin and Sonny Milano were dealing with individual ailments at the time.Snively played against the Rangers later that day but did not dress against the Sabres on Wednesday.
RMNB
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals recall Joe Snively with several forwards ailing

The Washington Capitals, who are still gunning for a playoff spot, have two extremely important games in two nights if that's their goal.The team takes on the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night before flying home to DC to take on the Buffalo Sabres, who they're competing with for one of the final two playoff spots in the East.
RMNB
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals re-sign Trevor van Riemsdyk to three-year extension worth $3 million per season

The Washington Capitals announced that they re-signed pending unrestricted free agent, Trevor van Riemsdyk to a three-year, $9 million extension on Saturday.TVR has been a critical depth defenseman for the team serving on the team's second and third pairings throughout the year.THREE-V-R
The Washington Capitals have re-signed defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk to a three-year contract extension.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
Health

Pesticides in produce: 2023's list of most and least contaminated foods | CNN

Editor's Note: Sign up for CNN's Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style.Our eight-part guide shows you a delicious expert-backed eating lifestyle that will boost your health for life.Blueberries, beloved by nutritionists for their anti-inflammatory properties, have joined fiber-rich green beans in this year's Dirty Dozen of nonorganic produce with the most pesticides, according to the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit environmental health organization.
HousingWire
1 year ago
Real estate

Former Guaranteed Rate SVP Ravi Patel and team join UMortgage

Ravi Patel, a top loan officer and former senior vice president of mortgage lending at Guaranteed Rate,and his team, have moved to UMortgage, according to a statement issued on Monday."Winners in this industry want to join our platform because we're identifying the acute pain points of loan originators of different backgrounds-whether that be a retail shop or their own brokerage-and providing value-based solutions," UMortgage President and CEO Anthony Casa.
Truthout
1 year ago
Left-wing politics

EPA Proposes Limiting "Forever Chemicals" in Drinking Water for the First Time

Environmental groups that have long advocated for action against PFAS pollution praised the new proposal.Grace Cary / Moment / Getty Images The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that officials are proposing putting limits on levels of PFAS chemicals in drinking water for the first time, marking a win for environmental advocates who have long been warning about the detrimental health effects of the "forever chemicals."
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