Unilever selects a new CEO for Ben & Jerry’s amid rising tensions over the board’s liberal politics.
A report on Friday revealed that Unilever has named a new CEO for Ben & Jerry’s amidst escalating tensions over the brand’s political stance. Yochanannsenf, who has been with Unilever in the Netherlands and previously oversaw Ben & Jerry’s European operations, will take on this role starting this month. This decision comes after the abrupt […]
After rising 80% in the first half of 2025, might this unstoppable AI stock be the next candidate for a stock split on Wall Street?
Palantir emerged as the leading stock in both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 during the first half of 2025. In this period, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 showed total revenue increases of 6% and 8%, respectively. It’s perhaps no surprise that the standout performer was a data analytics firm, Palantir Technologies (pltr -0.53%). Its shares […]
Hakeem Jeffries’ team criticizes Zohran Mamdani’s progressive ‘Team Gentrification’ amid rising primary threats in NYC Democratic conflict
Political Tensions Rise Among NYC Democrats A progressive faction in New York, which supported Zohran Mamdani, is facing backlash from Democratic leaders, with some calling it “team gentrification.” This comes after Mamdani’s significant win in the city’s recent mayoral primary, which has shaken up the Democratic landscape. Socialists and members of the left-aligned Workers’ Family […]
Reports on Independence Day Floods Indicate Rising Death Toll and Missing Individuals, Officials Advise Caution
Emergency Response in Carville, Texas Officials in Carville, Texas, are urging residents to steer clear of flood zones along the Guadalupe River and let over 2,000 rescue workers carry out their duties. During a press conference on Wednesday, a spokesperson from the Kerrville Police Station highlighted that the influx of visitors wanting to witness the […]
Who is Amanda Anisimova? The rising star of women’s tennis at Wimbledon
Keep her name in mind. Amanda Anisimova, an American tennis player, stunned top seed Alina Sabalenka at Wimbledon on July 10, 2025, winning with a score of [6-4, 4-6, 6-4] and securing a spot in the women’s singles final. For Anisimova, this journey is particularly remarkable—it comes after a break for mental health and her […]
Rents in New York City keep rising to unprecedented levels
Manhattan Rent Prices Surge Rents in Manhattan are escalating to unprecedented levels. The real estate evaluation firm reported that average rents climbed 7% from last year, reaching a record $5,450 in June. This information comes from a collaboration between Miller Samuel and real estate agent Douglas Elliman. Median rents also hit new highs, increasing by […]
Taiwan boosts its defense efforts with American tanks due to rising tensions with China
Taiwan Conducts Military Exercise with US Tanks Taiwan’s President Lai Qingte is set to oversee the island’s military operations featuring US-made M1A2T Abrams tanks on Thursday. This is part of an ongoing yearly exercise designed to enhance Taiwan’s defense capabilities amidst rising tensions with China. On the second day of the 10-day Han Kuan exercise, […]
Rising crime and high rent to close Cole’s French Dip, the oldest restaurant in LA
Los Angeles’ oldest restaurant is closing its doors. Cole’s French Dip, a staple in downtown Los Angeles for 117 years, announced plans to shut down due to issues like vandalism, high rent, and what they described as “general crimes,” among other difficulties. The closure is scheduled for August 3. Established in 1908, Cole’s holds the […]
Gov. Braun Reveals How His State is Addressing Rising College Tuition Costs
As tuition fees in the U.S. continue to skyrocket, Republican-led states are raising concerns about the ever-increasing costs imposed by universities. Indiana Governor Mike Brown is taking a direct approach to this issue. On June 24, it was announced that all 15 public universities in Indiana would freeze tuition for the upcoming school year at […]
EUR/USD surge slows down at multi-year peak due to tax bill and rising yields
The EUR/USD has dipped from 1.1830 as the US tax bill moves past the Senate and the Treasury experiences a rebound. Recent US data seems to back the Fed’s cautious approach. Powell remains undecided about a rate cut in July. ECB’s De Guindos indicated that EUR/USD exceeding 1.2000 could complicate matters. Economic data from the […]