US federal investigators probing Mark Walter are focused on four entities that acted as intermediaries for loans issued by the Guggenheim Partners chief executive’s insurance companies to other companies also within his business empire, the Wall Street Journal reported. Federal prosecutors and the Securities and Exchange Commission are looking into whether Walter or the businesses
For some artists, using AI during the creative process is like ripping the soul out of an intimate human experience. Tyga, however, doesn’t have those qualms. During an August interview with Vibe, the rapper revealed he relied on at least one AI music program while crafting his ninth studio album, “$tarface.” The 80s-inspired project, released
Thrive Capital founder Joshua Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger stunned the sports world this week with a deal to buy the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion. If approved, the acquisition would provide the new owners with an iconic NBA franchise that boasts 17 championships as well as ties to legends
Baby Ruth, Butterfinger, Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes. They are all now owned by the same Italian company. Best known for Nutella and Ferrero Rocher chocolates, Ferrero has spent much of the past decade buying established American food brands and investing in US manufacturing. The privately held company now has more than 50 brands in its
The U.S. can’t fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran can’t stop every ship from transporting oil through narrow waterway. At the same time, the U.S. is preventing Iran from exporting its crude supplies or importing critical goods, while American forces grapple with munitions and readiness issues. The result has been a stalemate where
My family had an exceptionally busy spring. This year, we threw in an early college graduation, a high school graduation, and a wedding. Each week was full of senior events and wedding plans. I was tired. My kids were tired. As much as we wanted a family vacation, the idea of planning something felt overwhelming.
