‘The Jig Is Up’: 70% Crash Marks Quick End to Avis Short Squeeze
The speculative mania around Avis Budget Group Inc. erupted quickly. It collapsed even faster.
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Florida officials investigate planned ‘Sloth World’ attraction after 31 sloths die in warehouse | Florida
Wildlife officials in Florida said in a newly released report that dozens of sloths taken from South American rainforests for display at a controversial new tourist attraction in Orlando died in the care of their new owners. An incident report from the Florida fish and wildlife conservation commission (FWC) said that 31 of the mammals…
‘Elsbeth’ and Pink’s Hot Dogs to Hand Out Free Food for Emmy FYC
Elsbeth Tascioni wears a lot of pink on “Elsbeth” — so perhaps it’s appropriate that the hit CBS series is partnering with famed Hollywood hot dog purveyor Pink’s for an Emmy FYC promotion. Pink’s Hot Dogs will be giving out free hot dogs every Thursday (which is when “Elsbeth” airs on CBS, natch) to its…
Iran-Iraq Tanker War redux? Why the Strait of Hormuz crisis is different | US-Israel war on Iran News
On April 20, the United States fired at and then seized an Iranian-flagged container ship close to the Strait of Hormuz in the northern Arabian Sea, amid its blockade of Iranian ports. It was similar to a scene which played out in the 1980s during the so-called Tanker War between Iran and Iraq, during which…
New Scientist recommends Jeff Beal’s New York Études, Vol. II
Jeff Beal plays his new album at the Church of the Intercession in New York City Kana Hoshino I didn’t know what to expect when I attended the premiere of Jeff Beal’s latest album, New York Études, Vol. II. For one, it was held in a crypt. For another, I wasn’t familiar with Beal, though…
Raiders take Fernando Mendoza with No. 1 pick in NFL draft
Ryan McFaddenApr 23, 2026, 08:12 PM ET Close Ryan McFadden covers the Las Vegas Raiders for ESPN’s NFL Nation. Prior to ESPN, McFadden was a Denver Broncos beat reporter for the Denver Post. McFadden also wrote about the Baltimore Ravens and University of Maryland athletics for The Baltimore Sun. Multiple Authors The Las Vegas Raiders…
How the Kremlin’s internet crackdown is frustrating Russians
Russian authorities have been tightening control of the country’s cyber space, blocking access to global messaging apps, such as WhatsApp and Telegram, and even restricting mobile internet in some areas. Russians told the BBC that the crackdown on the internet is affecting businesses, but also cutting them off the outside world. “We are losing money…
AirPods, Touch Bars, and the rest of Tim Cook’s legacy
We knew at some point Tim Cook would step down from his position as Apple’s CEO. Over the last year, it has become increasingly obvious that John Ternus was his likely successor. The news this week was still a surprise, though — and this year’s succession could lead to some important changes at the most…
‘I really think I’m going to be a great old person’
24 April 2026 Kate Hudson thinks she will be a “great old person”. Actress Kate Hudson The Running Point star turned 47 on April 19, and she is embracing the ageing process. Appearing on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the 51-year-old host wished Kate a “happy belated birthday”, which prompted her reply: “Thank…
Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show | ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement)
Law enforcement and local government officials across the US have over the last year expressed concerns that immigration operations were interfering with police work and leading to threats to officers, according to internal emails and briefings shared with the Guardian. The development comes as the US public has become afraid and distrustful of officers in…