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By JEFF PRESTRIDGE Updated: 07:13 EST, 13 August 2024 Small listed companies in the United States didn’t escape the battering most equity markets took – in response to fears that the West’s biggest economy is heading for recession, and the Federal Reserve’s refusal to join the Bank of England in snipping away at interest rates.The Russell 2000 Index, a barometer of the stock market fortunes of US smaller companies, slid sharply before rebounding towards the end of the week – finishing on Thursday night at 2,084, 8 per cent lower than at the end of July.The downturn was in marked…
Tony Todd, who played the titular serial killer in the Candyman horror franchise, died in Los Angeles on Wednesday night aged 69.He died of natural causes at home in Marina Del Rey, according to his representative Jeffrey Goldberg, who told TMZ he did not have a specific cause of death.Over the course in four decades in show business, Todd lent his talents to multiple tentpoles, including the Transformers and Final Destination film series.He also played the Starship Enterprise’s Commander Kurn on multiple Star Trek shows, including The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine. Todd also enjoyed a varied stage career, including a…
Archaeologists have unearthed a forgotten city hidden in Saudi Arabia’s desert oasis that was constructed by an advanced society 4,000 years ago.The fortified city, called al-Natah, was home to at least 500 people who were once nomads, but constructed at least 50 multi-story buildings in 2400 BC.The ancient civilization built giant tombs that housed their remains and metal weaponry, like axes and daggers, which experts said showed they were ‘advanced.’Al-Natah was subdivided into a residential area, a decision-making zone and a necropolis that was connected by small streets and long-trade networks.Pottery fragments were also found among the dwellings, hinting at an…
More than two-thirds of us regularly use beauty creams and ointments.But dermatologists say it could all be for nothing if you are not doing your best to avoid factors in your environment that speed up the aging of your face.Experts from the Harley Street Skin Clinic in London used AI to simulate how five factors — including pollution, stress, and sunlight — can cause the skin to age over time.Lesley Reynolds, skin care expert at the clinic, said: ‘There are many measures that you can take to prevent any signs of premature aging. ‘This includes basic things such as getting enough…
As the ‘viral’ Royal Caribbean Ultimate World Cruise comes to an end, those who spent nine months – and up to $118,000 (£88,000) each – reveal what life was like on board.After setting sail on the Serenade of the Seas from Miami on December 10, 2023, guests have explored 60 countries across all seven continents.Cindy Seletos, 71, a retired Apple education executive and husband, Jim, 72, a retired wine and liquor distributor, reckon the trip of a lifetime cost them $150,000 (£112,000).’We never dreamed that we would love this adventure as much as we did,’ says Cindy from Wildwood, Florida.’We…
Coachella may be over, but if you can still immerse yourself in the boho dream by creating a desert-inspired living space. Amazon has pulled together products from across the website to curate a desert decor collection filled with earthen tones and southwest-inspired patterns.And to help you find the best pieces for your own home, we asked interior designers Sarah Barnard, who specializes in smart design projects that are mindful of healthy living, and New York-based Sharon Rembaum, whose work has an emphasis on globally-influenced modern style, to share their top picks.From patterned pillows and textured lamps to chunky stools and cactus…
One of the alleged would-be assassins hired by Iran to kill Donald Trump is a self employed pipe fitter from Staten Island and convicted murderer.Carlisle ‘Pop’ Rivera, 49, was arrested on Thursday and charged with conspiracy to murder the president-elect and Iranian activist Masih Alinejad.Rivera’s wife Margarita Vega did not answer the door at their two-storey home in Staten Island.Neighbors told DailyMail.com Rivera moved out with his wife and their son three months ago. They were shocked to learn of his alleged involvement. The father-of-two was allegedly hired by Farjad Shakeri, 51, and roped in his friend Jonathon Loadholt, 36, who was arrested and charged…
Thousands of soldiers from North Korea have deployed to Russia to aid Vladimir Putin’s army in its fight against Ukraine. But before Kim Jong Un’s troops head to the frontlines to face Kyiv’s forces, it seems they must first confront another foe – one with which those of us in the developed world are all too familiar: The trappings of the Internet.A shocking report by Financial Times columnist Gideon Rachman revealed Kim Jong Un’s troops were ‘gorging on pornography’ in their barracks, having never enjoyed such unrestricted access to the web, according to a ‘usually reliable source’. Just as the advent of Elon…
An alarming study has spotlighted how 42 million food stamp recipients spend their welfare handouts on ultra-processed junk food.Coca-Cola, Sprite and other soft drinks are the most commonly-bought items via the $135 billion-a-year Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a new study says.Candy, potato chips, frozen pizza, ice cream, cookies, and other ultra-processed food dominates the top 20 items, says a report from the Economic Policy Innovation Center (EPIC).Report author Matthew Dickerson says recipients spend ‘spend significant portions of their allotments on junk food.’ Even such seemingly healthy items as baked breads and lunch meat often contain dangerous dyes and preservatives …
By BEN NAGLE Published: 19:46 EST, 8 November 2024 | Updated: 19:51 EST, 8 November 2024 Tickets for Bronny James’ NBA G League debut are selling on resale platforms for 12 times their usual price, it has been revealed.James was drafted by the Lakers to play alongside his dad LeBron in the NBA, but will be sent down for a stint in the G League after just four appearances.As you would expect, there has been a huge rush to secure a ticket for his first game with the Lakers affiliate on Saturday night, despite official tickets being sold out. Bronny’s…