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On June 16, 1884, history was made when the first roller coaster in America opened at Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York. Created by LaMarcus Thompson, the Switchback Railway was a groundbreaking amusement ride that traveled about six miles per hour and only cost a nickel to ride. The coaster took passengers along West Tenth Street from Surf Avenue to the ocean. The rollercoaster did not make a round trip loop, instead, it consisted of two sets of parallel tracks descending in opposite directions from elevated towers. Riders had to get out of their cars after they came to a…

In a recent interview, UFC chief Dana White shared insights into his 25-year-long friendship with former President Donald Trump. White described Trump as a loyal friend who has supported him throughout his career. The pair first met in the 1990s and have maintained a close relationship ever since. White praised Trump’s business acumen and leadership skills, highlighting his ability to make tough decisions. Despite facing criticism for his association with Trump, White remains steadfast in his support for the former president. “He’s been a friend of mine for so long, and I can tell you this: the loyalty and the…

In fact, Russia’s gas industry has been in decline for years, its infrastructure crumbling and investments insufficient. Yet it was good enough to keep the West hooked. Pipelines, the so-called “energy arteries of Europe”, have been in place for decades, making it hard to switch energy suppliers overnight. However, after being blackmailed by Russia once too often, Europe started investing in alternative energy sources. As a result, renewable energy now accounts for over 20% of the EU’s electricity production, up from 10% in 2021. This shift has not only reduced Europe’s dependence on Russian gas but has also helped the…

Father’s Day is a special occasion celebrated worldwide to honor and appreciate the role that fathers play in the lives of their families. This year, faith leaders from various parts of the country shared their thoughts and insights with Fox News Digital, emphasizing the importance of dads in shaping the lives of their children. These leaders offered compelling comments that resonated with many, leaving a lasting impact long after the special day dedicated to fathers had passed. One such leader, Tim Clinton, the president of the American Association of Christian Counselors based in Lynchburg, Virginia, highlighted the significant influence that…

CNN has obtained recordings of Supreme Court justices discussing their views on religious persecution, political polarization, and the state of the country. The recordings were made by liberal activist Lauren Windsor, who pretended to be a religious conservative in order to attend a dinner hosted by the Supreme Court Historical Society. The recordings shed light on the perspectives of Justice Samuel Alito and Chief Justice John Roberts. According to CNN’s Joan Biskupic, Justice Alito has a history of demonstrating an “us-versus-them” attitude when it comes to religion and political matters. In the recordings, Alito’s wife, Martha-Ann, expresses resentment towards Pride…

Hedge funds, renowned for their secrecy, recently found themselves in the spotlight due to a court case involving Jane Street. In this case, Jane Street sued two former employees and Millennium Management, shedding light on the inner workings of one of the industry’s giants. The revelations from the case exposed Jane Street’s most lucrative strategy, which surprisingly took place not on Wall Street, but in the Indian options market. This unglamorous sector proved to be incredibly profitable for the firm, with earnings of $1bn last year. The focus on India’s options market has intensified following this news, bringing attention to…

One-third of Ivy League graduates end up working in finance or consulting, making it unsurprising that campus protesters are providing investment advice. At Columbia University, a coalition of over 100 student organizations is demanding that administrators divest from companies linked to Israel. This includes those that “publicly or privately fund or invest in the perpetuation of Israeli apartheid and war crimes”. Additionally, there is a longer-running campaign by environmental activists to push fossil fuels out of university portfolios. Divesting from certain assets holds significant symbolic value for these protesters. However, many of them also hope to have a tangible impact…

President Joe Biden is leading a global effort to show support for Ukraine in the face of ongoing aggression from Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Italy at the G7 summit to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to Ukraine. The meeting came just a week after Biden made a promise on the Normandy battlefields, surrounded by US veterans, that the West will not abandon Ukraine. “We will not walk away, because if we do, Ukraine will be subjugated and it will not end there,” Biden said. Biden’s efforts are crucial as there are concerns…

Since the beginning of the invasion in 2022, Ukraine has faced enormous challenges, with its economy shrinking by a quarter. The impact of war has been devastating, but it is not the only factor contributing to the government’s reduced tax revenue. Businesses in Ukraine are taking advantage of the chaos to evade paying their fair share of taxes, particularly in the agricultural sector, which was a major source of income for the country before the war. Before the conflict, agriculture accounted for around 40% of Ukraine’s exports by income. However, the war has led to a transformation in the sector…

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan made headlines this week when he appeared on Fox News to discuss his concerns about former President Donald Trump and the future of the Republican Party. Unlike many Republicans who have rallied behind Trump, Ryan made it clear that he believes Trump is “unfit” for office and will not be endorsing him. Instead, Ryan stated that he plans to write in a different Republican candidate who aligns more closely with conservative principles rather than populism. Ryan, who represented Wisconsin in Congress and has since embarked on a career on Wall Street, expressed his worries about…