Posts by Liam Redmond
US Steel, Nippon Steel were blindsided by Trump investment talk
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s comments last week that Nippon Steel would invest in United States Steel instead of pursuing a takeover surprised shareholders. It turns out that his words blindsided both companies as well. The proposed investment disclosed by Trump on Feb 7 following a meeting at the White House with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru…
Read MoreAuthor claims she secretly gave birth to Elon Musk’s 13th child five months ago
Elon Musk allegedly welcomed his thirteenth child five months ago, author Ashley St. Clair claims. St. Clair posted a lengthy message on X Friday, saying that she and the Tesla founder have a child together. “Five months ago, I welcomed a new baby into the world. Elon Musk is the father. I have not previously…
Read MoreFamily offices bet on Nvidia before US$589 billion DeepSeek rout
INVESTMENT firms for the world’s ultra-rich boosted their Nvidia allocations ahead of the DeepSeek-driven sell-off. Family offices for Sweden’s Rausing dynasty, US hedge fund billionaire David Tepper and Silicon Valley’s elite all increased investments to the AI chipmaker in the three months that ended Dec 31, according to 13F regulatory filings. Nvidia was the largest…
Read MoreThe Perfect Boss: Does Yours Make the Cut?
Ever wondered if your boss ticks all the right boxes? You know, the kind of leader who really gets it. Being a good manager isn’t just about barking orders or hitting targets. It’s about having those special qualities that make people want to work with you and not just for you. So, let’s break down…
Read MoreGM closing plant in China as part of restructuring
GM is restructuring its business in China, where domestic manufacturers backed by government subsidies have taken over the market GENERAL Motors (GM) is closing a plant this month in the northeastern Chinese city of Shenyang as part of the US automaker’s restructuring in China, according to a company source. The plant makes Buick GL8 minivans…
Read MoreLong Island sanctuary slapped with 112 counts of neglect over malnourished animals, squalid conditions
A Long Island livestock sanctuary faces 112 counts of animal neglect for allegedly depriving dozens of animals of food, water, and shelter, according to prosecutors. Investigators visited Double D Bar Ranch in Manorville last month after receiving “numerous complaints about the welfare of animals on the property,” Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney said in…
Read MoreIntel flirts with historic weekly gain on partnership rumours
INTEL shares are on track for their biggest one-week gain on record, as unconfirmed discussions about a partnership with a key rival provide hope for a turnaround after an extended period of weakness. The chipmaker has risen as much as 32 per cent this week, which would represent its strongest such jump in its more-than-40-year…
Read MoreExecutor Duties: 10 Things You Must Do When Someone Dies
Being named an executor is no small task. It’s a role filled with responsibilities that can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one. Executors have a list of duties they must carry out to ensure everything is handled properly. From managing finances to making sure the deceased’s wishes are…
Read MoreBlackstone weighs US$2 billion sale of gas explorer Olympus
BLACKSTONE is exploring a sale of Olympus Energy, a natural gas explorer in the Appalachian region that could be valued at up to US$2 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. The alternative asset manager is working with financial advisers to seek a buyer for the Canonsburg, Pennsylvania-based business, said the sources, who asked…
Read MoreAOC, Homan clash as border czar suggests lefty Rep could ‘be in trouble’ over webinar advising migrants on dealing with ICE
President Donald Trump’s border czar Tom Homan on Friday clashed with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., over a webinar she hosted advising migrants about how to handle an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). “Let’s pray that she is not ‘educating’ the next murderer of a young college nursing student on how to evade arrest by…
Read MoreWhen do new episodes of ‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3 premiere on Paramount+?
Buzz buzz, Yellowjackets is back! After two long years of waiting, the hit Showtime series about a high school soccer team stranded in the wild is finally premiering its highly-anticipated third season and tied to a Valentine’s Day release date, nonetheless. The show — which stars Melanie Lynskey, Sophie Thatcher, Christina Ricci, Tawny Cypress and…
Read MoreNokia to gain unconditional EU nod for US$2.3 billion Infinera deal: sources
NOKIA is set to secure unconditional EU antitrust clearance for its US$2.3 billion acquisition of US optical semiconductors and networking equipment maker Infinera, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said on Friday (Feb 14). Nokia announced the deal in June last year, a move that would make it the second largest vendor in the…
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