Smart Omega Empress members Rica Fatima “Amoreee” Amores, team captain Mery Christine “Meraaay” Vivero, and Gwyneth “Not Ayanami” Diagon pose with Smart Communications officials during their homecoming in Cebu. | CDN file photo CEBU CITY, Philippines — Smart Omega Empress, the all-Cebuana Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) team was recently acquired by Natus Vincere (NAVI), one of Europe’s most prominent Esports organizations. Based in Kyiv, Ukraine, NAVI is a globally recognized Esports club with championship titles in Dota 2: The International and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. The organization is now making a major move into the MLBB scene by signing two…
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Supporters march outside a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health facility in Morgantown, W.Va. Gene J. Puskar/AP hide caption toggle caption Gene J. Puskar/AP After facing considerable pushback from labor organizations and congressional lawmakers, the Trump administration has reversed course on some of its planned layoffs at the federal health agency responsible for overseeing workplace safety. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, or NIOSH, was slated to lose at least 900 workers, which represents more than 90% of the entire agency workforce. But a federal lawsuit brought by a coal miner and a push among some members…
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Fund manager Cathie Wood highlighted a handful of innovative and disruptive stocks that she says are set to displace the old guard in leading equity benchmarks. What Happened: On Wednesday, the CEO of Ark Invest took to X to reaffirm her conviction in several of the firm’s most prominent holdings, describing them as being at the “tip of the spear” as technology-driven innovation disrupts legacy industries and “displaces the old world in equity benchmarks.” The companies she spotlighted include Tesla Inc. TSLA, Palantir Technologies Inc. PLTR, Coinbase Global Inc. COIN and Shopify Inc. SHOP, which represent core positions worth over…
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In the days before the Miami Grand Prix, Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso sat down with the media, including SB Nation, and talked about legendary engineer Adrian Newey and the team’s plans for the 2026 season. Now, Newey’s vision may be coming to life. Aston Martin released an extensive interview with the living legend, who joined the team this spring as its new Managing Technical Partner. In the wide-ranging interview, Newey offered his latest thoughts on the incoming technical regulations, which are set to shake up Formula 1 next season. While earlier in the year it seemed Newey was raising…
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Key Takeaways Main Street Opportunities: Main Street provides a unique backdrop for launching small businesses, allowing for community engagement and personal customer connections. Diverse Business Ideas: Consider various business models, including retail shops (gift, clothing, antique, stationery), cafés, bakeries, and service-based businesses (cleaning, landscaping, fitness centers). Essential Market Research: Conduct comprehensive market research to understand local demographics and optimize your business model, ensuring alignment with community needs. Effective Marketing Strategies: Leverage local advertising, social media, and SEO to enhance visibility, attract customers, and build a solid online presence. Considerations for Success: Pay attention to location, foot traffic, and legal requirements…
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Dear Dave, My husband and I live in India. I’m from the States, and he was born here. When it comes to our finances, I manage our American investments, and he manages our Indian investments. Every month, we sit down with spreadsheets and go over our finances. I trust him completely, but I’d like to better understand our investments here and how they work. Should I just defer to his judgment, or should I learn to understand things a little better? Anna Dear Anna, I always tell folks to make sure they completely understand their investments and how they work.…
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David Licauco. Image: Instagram/@davidlicauco After his recent exit as a houseguest from the “Pinoy Big Brother” house, David Licauco disclosed he was earlier considered to be one of the housemates of the reality show. The actor recounted his several brushes with the program through his Instagram page on Wednesday, May 14, revealing he also tried his luck during one of the auditions for the show. Article continues after this advertisement “Wow. Crazy to think I once lined up for PBB auditions in 2015… and years later, I got to be a houseguest,” he said, showing a recent photo of him…
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Many people struggle to fall asleep not because of pain, noise or light — but because their minds won’t shut off. The internal noise of planning, worrying or reliving conversations keeps your brain in a state of high alert, long past the moment your head hits the pillow. It’s not just frustrating. Sleep deprivation has been linked to anxiety, depression, cognitive decline and even heart disease. You lie in bed exhausted, but your thoughts feel like a ping-pong match between memory and future stress. Conventional advice like “just relax” or “clear your mind” often backfires, intensifying the stress. Instead of…
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by Stacy Jackson May 14, 2025 Watkins will lead Capitol Records Nashville as it signs the next generation of country artists and develops its christian and gospel talent. Candice Watkins has been appointed president of Capitol Records Nashville and executive vice president of Capitol Christian Music Group, two labels under the Capitol Music Group Nashville umbrella. “It’s a true honor to step into the role of President of Capitol Records Nashville and EVP of Capitol Christian,” Watkins told Billboard. “These labels have a rich legacy in partnering with some of the most brilliant artists of our industry, and I look…
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Longtime “Shark Tank” investor Barbara Corcoran, 76, announced last week that she was putting her beloved New York City penthouse on the market for $12 million — and the apartment almost immediately found a buyer. According to the latest Olshan Luxury Market Report, Corcoran’s duplex penthouse at 1158 Fifth had multiple bidders and sold for over the asking price within 24 hours of being listed. The final price paid for the unit and the identity of the new owner are still unknown, but will be disclosed as soon as the deal closes. The property was one of 36 contracts signed…