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In a recent statement, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer suggested that President Joe Biden should consider taking a cognitive test to address concerns about his mental fitness following a lackluster debate performance in June. When pressed by CNN’s Abby Phillip, Whitmer stated, “I don’t think that it would hurt.” While acknowledging that the debate was not a great success for Biden, Whitmer emphasized that he continues to fight for the American public and cares about others more than himself. She also pushed back on calls for Biden to step aside from his 2024 campaign, pointing out the high stakes involved. During…

Renowned talk show host Ellen DeGeneres recently made a surprising announcement during a standup comedy show at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa, California. According to SFGate.com, DeGeneres revealed that she is ready to step away from performing. DeGeneres shared with the audience her activities since the conclusion of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” two years ago. She humorously mentioned, “I got chickens. Oh yeah, and I got kicked out of show business for being mean.” The talk show came to an end following a controversy involving former staff members who accused the show’s environment of being…

Good morning, this is CNN Business reporting on the latest news in the financial sector. The United States’ biggest banks are gearing up for a pivotal week ahead as they prepare to release their quarterly earnings reports. JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo are set to kick off bank earnings on Friday morning, with Goldman Sachs and Bank of America following suit next week. According to FactSet, the financials sector is expected to see annual earnings growth of 4.3% during the second quarter. Investors will be closely monitoring these earnings reports for insights into how the American consumer and economy…

The frenzy surrounding presidential betting markets in the early 20th century was unparalleled. The hustle and bustle of the trading pits in the financial district rivaled that of any stock market or bond exchange. Brokers eagerly called out bid and ask odds, treating the activity as if they were trading securities. The markets were characterized by their depth, liquidity, and intelligence. In fact, during the span of 15 presidential elections from 1884 to 1940, the favorite emerged victorious 11 times. On three occasions, the races were so closely contested that they were essentially tied in both odds and results. It…

Amazon Prime Day is a fantastic opportunity to switch from gas-powered lawn equipment to electric if you’ve been contemplating a change. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a gas-powered lawnmower emits as much pollution per hour, on average, as 11 cars. Aside from being more environmentally friendly, transitioning to electric equipment also helps reduce noise pollution. This year, Amazon Prime Day will take place on July 16 and 17, offering Prime members special deals for 48 hours. However, Prime members can take advantage of early deals starting today. Currently, lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers are on sale, with…

Former Donald Trump attorney Michael Cohen is seeking to revive his lawsuit against the former president for alleged retaliation, according to Cohen’s attorney. Cohen’s lawsuit, filed in 2021, accuses Trump, along with former Attorney General Bill Barr and other federal officials, of retaliating against him for public comments made about a critical tell-all book. After refusing to sign an agreement restricting his media engagement, Cohen was placed in solitary confinement for over two weeks. Despite the dismissal of Cohen’s lawsuit for damages by a US District Court and the subsequent affirmation of that decision by the 2nd US Circuit Court…

In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists in Peru have uncovered the remains of a 4,000-year-old temple and theater, shedding new light on the origins of complex religions in the region. The excavation of the archaeological site of La Otra Banda, Cerro Las Animas, began in June after local authorities raised concerns about looting near the town of Zaña. The team, led by Luis Muro Ynoñán from the Field Museum in Chicago, unearthed ancient walls made of mud and clay just six feet beneath the surface. Surprisingly, the team discovered a section of a large temple and a small theater with a…

In a new movie titled “Fly Me to the Moon,” Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum take center stage in a romance set against the backdrop of the Apollo 11 mission. The film, which premieres on July 12 in US theaters and is rated PG-13, explores the chemistry between the two leads as they navigate a plot involving a fake moon landing. Johansson plays a corporate marketing specialist, tasked with selling the moon to a skeptical public. Tatum portrays NASA’s launch director, Cole Davis, who finds himself at odds with Johansson’s character as they navigate the complexities of the mission. Directed…

In a surprising turn of events, Huma Abedin, former aide to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, is now engaged to Alex Soros, son of billionaire liberal donor George Soros. The couple took to Instagram to announce their engagement, stating, “This happened…we couldn’t be happier, more grateful, or more in love.” Soros proposed to Abedin in late May after less than a year of dating, as reported by Vogue. Abedin, 47, and Soros, 38, are no strangers to the public eye, with Abedin having worked closely with Hillary Clinton at various stages of her career. Soros, on the other hand,…

In the 17th century, Jan Pieterszoon Coen, a governor-general of the Dutch East India Company, famously stated, “We cannot carry on trade without war, nor war without trade.” Fast forward four centuries, and the sentiment has evolved. Sabine Weyand, the EU’s top trade negotiator, now emphasizes the importance of assertiveness in keeping markets open. As the world becomes increasingly fragmented, the EU must navigate a complex landscape to maintain its economic interests. The latest battleground in the realm of trade is electric vehicles (EVs) from China. On July 5th, the European Commission imposed provisional tariffs on Chinese EV companies, ranging…