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Sep 08 2024FINANCE

MicroStrategy's Big Bitcoin Bet: Brilliant or Batshit?

MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) has been on a wild ride lately, thanks to its unconventional strategy of using cash from its business intelligence software operations to gobble up $13 billion worth of bitcoin (BTC-USD). Barclays analyst Ramsey El-Assal is bullish on the approach, likening MSTR to a BTC

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Sep 08 2024SPORTS

The Fury-Ngannou Fight: Was It a Knockout or a Conspiracy?

The debate about the Fury-Ngannou fight highlights the complexities of judging in combat sports. It's a reminder that even when rules are in place, human subjectivity can influence the outcome. The question of whether Francis Ngannou was robbed of the victory or not is still up for debate. The impor

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Out of Sight, Out of Mind: Did OSOM's CEO Drive the Company into the Ditch?

OSOM, the company trying to resurrect the legacy of the beloved but short-lived Essential Phone, is facing a major crisis. A former employee, Mary Ross, has filed a lawsuit alleging that the company's CEO and founder, Jason Keats, used company funds to indulge in a lavish lifestyle. Ross claims Ke

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

Can a Caffeine Ban Take Jack Draper to the Top?

Jack Draper is ready to make a splash at the US Open, aiming for his first-ever Grand Slam quarterfinal. But there's a twist: his coach, James Trotman, has banned him from caffeine during the tournament. Why would a coach make such a seemingly drastic decision? And could it actually help Draper re

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again? ) of Fake Heiress Anna Delvey

Anna Delvey, the notorious 'fake heiress' whose real name is Anna Sorokin, has landed herself another headline-grabbing gig: joining Season 33 of Dancing With the Stars. This time, she'll be strutting her stuff in a pair of dancing shoes alongside new pro Ezra Sosa, ankle monitor and all. But wait

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Sep 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Rachael Ray's Ossobucco Oopsie: Is Ageism Brewing in the Kitchen?

Rachael Ray, the queen of 30-minute meals, recently shared a heartwarming tribute to the late Tony Bennett by cooking his favorite dish, Ossobucco. She even recounted a hilarious anecdote about almost injuring Bennett with an overzealous cleaning spree. But instead of focusing on the heartwarming

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

When CEO Perks Become Patient Problems: Is This How Healthcare Should Work?

A recent investigation by the Boston Globe Spotlight Team revealed some eyebrow-raising spending habits from Ralph De La Torre, the CEO of Steward Health Care. The Spotlight Team uncovered a pattern of questionable financial decisions that seem to prioritize personal gain over the well-being of pat

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Hunter Biden's Tax Trial: Extravagance, Addiction, and a Battle Over Evidence

Hunter Biden, the president's son, is facing a tax evasion trial in Los Angeles. He's accused of failing to pay over $1.4 million in taxes while living what prosecutors call an 'extravagant lifestyle'. The indictment details over $7 million in income from foreign business dealings between 2016 an

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Paris Hilton's 'Infinite Icon': Can She Really Save Pop Music?

Paris Hilton is back after an 18-year hiatus with her highly anticipated sophomore album, 'Infinite Icon.' She claims she's here to 'save pop music,' a bold statement considering the genre's current state. Hilton's first album, 'Paris,' was a bubbly reflection of her early 2000s party girl persona.

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

TikTok's Troubling Ties: Is Your Data Safe?

The Justice Department has dropped a bombshell accusation against TikTok and its parent company ByteDance. They claim that these Chinese tech giants have been secretly gathering bulk data on American users based on their views on sensitive topics like abortion, gun control, and religion. This revela

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