Stocks fell, with the three major U.S. indexes poised to close lower for the week, as major banks kicked off the fourth quarter earnings season with mixed results and December retail sales were lower than expected. Key Takeways Stocks are lower with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq poised to drop for the week. Retail and food sales sank 1.9% in December, the biggest drop in 10 months. Banks reported mixed earnings, and JPMorgan is the worst-performing Dow and S&P 500 stock after it reported trading revenue fell. Banks and Retail Stocks Fall, Energy Gains The Dow is down more than 300 points, nearly a full percent, and the S&P 500 is about 0.5% lower. The Nasdaq's earlier gains have reversed and that index is down about 0.2%. JPMorgan Chase & Co. ( JPM ) is the worst-performing stock in both the Dow and S&P 500 after reporting a fourth-quarter loss, and net interest margin that came in below analysts' consensus estimates. Shares of … [Read more...] about Stocks Fall as Bank Shares Drop and December Retail Disappoints
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15 productivity hacks that keep business leaders on track
When you are stretched thin with plenty on your to-do list, believe it or not, the best thing you can do is to relax (mentally and physically) periodically throughout the workday. By doing so, you’ll refuel your energy level, be more focused and productive as you push past the finish line to reach your short- and long-term goals. advertisement advertisement Below, experts from Fast Company Executive Board describe their most effective productivity hacks during crunch time and how useful they are when you are trying to get the most done. 1. ALWAYS HAVING A BACK-UP PLAN IN PLACE When an eleventh-hour health scare pushes an event online or top-tier talent decides to perform from home instead of in person, success relies on decisions you made months before. At VIVA, we have satellite planning teams in place who are directed to work on scenarios B and C, even while plan A is moving ahead full steam. In that way, the quality of what we do remains high … [Read more...] about 15 productivity hacks that keep business leaders on track
ICYMI: Good God, We Almost Missed This Flaming Hot Kate Beckinsale Photo Spread
Kate Beckinsale’s latest spread in Flaunt will absolutely take your breath away. The article , published May 2, features Beckinsale in a range of gorgeous designer looks, including Max Mara, Hermes, Dundas, Versace, Alexandre Vaultier, with jewelry from Roberto Coin. The piece described Beckinsale as a “star but not a diva,” and goes into great detail on her social media usage and how it reflects her real life. Beckinsale posted a majority of the images from the Flaunt article on her social media. The cover shot of her features a Max Mara matching set of beige top and shorts, along with Roberto Coin earrings, bracelets, and rings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kate Beckinsale (@katebeckinsale) Another image from the shoot shows Beckinsale in a baby pink Versace top and skirt, also accessorized with Roberto Coin earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, was shared on Beckinsale’s personal Instagram … [Read more...] about ICYMI: Good God, We Almost Missed This Flaming Hot Kate Beckinsale Photo Spread
Violent Viral Video Shows Huge Strikes On Russian Armor In Ukraine
Another crazy video from the war in Ukraine has surfaced. In a video tweeted by Rob Lee, Ukrainian artillery rained down on Russian armor , and the explosions that followed were pretty sizable. (RELATED: David Hookstead Is The True King In The North When It Comes To College Football) Check out the incredible video below. Video from Ukraine’s 30th Mechanized Brigade of artillery strikes on Russian BTRs. https://t.co/zwl7cThPHb https://t.co/kqqS4DiV9u pic.twitter.com/awRX19SFEF — Rob Lee (@RALee85) May 16, 2022 You simply love to see the Ukrainians continue to fight like rabid dogs against the Russian invaders threatening their country. We’ve seen it for months, and they don’t seem interested in slowing down. In fact, it seems like we’ve had more videos than usual coming out of Ukraine as the resistance continues to put up a fight against the Russians. Ukraine Vaporizes Two Russian Boats In Awesome War Video https://t.co/UcvLTXOsSk — … [Read more...] about Violent Viral Video Shows Huge Strikes On Russian Armor In Ukraine
European CDC Calls Omicron BA.4, BA.5 Covid-19 Variants Of Concern
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin When something goes from being of interest to being a concern, it’s usually taken a turn for the worse. That would apply to a date, something in your refrigerator, and Covid-19 variants and subvariants. On May 12, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reclassified the BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron subvariants of the Covid-19 coronavirus as variants of concern (VOC), up from being variants of interest (VOI). This shouldn’t be a cause for panic, as public health authorities will rarely say, “OK, everyone, it’s time to panic. Here’s how you should flap your arms.” However, as the label implies, these new variants should indeed be of concern and a reminder to maintain Covid-19 precautions such as wearing face masks while in indoor public areas. This recent leveling up of BA.4 and BA.5 occurred because these two Omicron sub-lineages seem to be spreading more readily and rapidly than earlier versions of the … [Read more...] about European CDC Calls Omicron BA.4, BA.5 Covid-19 Variants Of Concern
Bette Midler Tweets ‘Try Breastfeeding, It’s Free,’ Amidst Baby Formula Shortage, Here’s The Reaction
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin As the U.S. deals with a baby formula shortage, actress and author Bette Midler posted a tweet that led to a bit of a feeding frenzy on Twitter. On Thursday, Midler tweeted, “TRY BREASTFEEEDING! It’s free and available on demand,” in response to a holy oligopoly, Batman-tweet from Stephanie Ruhle, the host of The 11th Hour and a Senior Business Analyst for NBC News : Midler’s tweet certainly didn’t go unnoticed on the Twittersphere and got quite a response, as in thousands of responses. One potential reason for the attention is that Midler is quite well-known for things ranging from singing “The Rose” and “Wind Beneath My Wings” to acting in movies such as Ruthless People and Beaches to advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. When a celebrity tweets anything, even if it’s about farting or art or both, it’s rare that no reaction will occur. But another reason was probably the specific wording of Midler’s tweet and the fact … [Read more...] about Bette Midler Tweets ‘Try Breastfeeding, It’s Free,’ Amidst Baby Formula Shortage, Here’s The Reaction
Here’s What’s New In Las Vegas For Summer 2022
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Las Vegas is back in full force. Mask mandates have been lifted and the destination is busier than ever. For those who are headed out to Sin City in the coming months, there are plenty of new spots to check out. From swanky supper clubs to a lounge inspired by Paris, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to food and drinks. There’s even a unique Cirque du Soleil show, plus many other activities for some family-friendly fun. And if you have a go-to hotel on the Strip, you may just be surprised with some recently renovated accommodations at one of your favorite properties. Below, a full look at what’s new in Las Vegas for this summer. Restaurants Delilah While Delilah opened mid-July of last year, this is one spot you can’t miss if you weren’t able to make it this past summer. The restaurant is a modern take on a supper club, but done so in a way that still recalls the 1950s. Guests descend an imperial staircase … [Read more...] about Here’s What’s New In Las Vegas For Summer 2022
Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas’s Impressive Block 16 Urban Food Hall
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Block 16 Urban Food Hall at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Photo: Jeff Green / Courtesy of the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas When the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas opened in 2010, it became the hotel for the well-heeled crowd. Dark interiors with purple accents gave the hotel a seductive vibe, only further driven home by the lobby’s 15-foot digital art columns that often showed silhouettes of unclothed women. Majority of its spacious rooms were outfitted with balconies, an unparalleled offering to this day. And its Chandelier lounge, draped in illuminated beads, was where you went to see and be seen. Over the past year, the property has undergone some changes, adding in ultra-exclusive penthouses for their high rollers; switching up their stores to include Sin City–appropriate necessities like Drybar and Reviv; and revamping their food and beverage program to include New York City and Los Angeles favorites like Momofuku … [Read more...] about Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas’s Impressive Block 16 Urban Food Hall
Get Summer Ready With Faithfull The Brand’s New Islas Collection
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Just in time for the upcoming summer vacation season, Drop 2 of Faithfull The Brand ’s Isla collection is released on May 13. The retro collection, with an unmissable tropical undertone, is inspired by the colorful coastline of Careyes — a bohemian paradise known for its dramatic, brightly hued ocean castles perched along the pacific coast of the Mexican Riviera. The second drop arrived just a little over a month after the opening of Faithfull The Brand ’s first standalone retail space in Los Angeles. located at Platform, Culver City, the pop-up exclusively unveiled Faithfull’s Islas collection and will be open to guests over its two month tenure. Mimicking an exotic holiday destination and complimenting the newest collection of sunshine-ready pieces, Los Angeles-based interior design studio Night Palm created a space where mediterranean tranquility meets the unique beauty of Mexico. Designed with carefree travel … [Read more...] about Get Summer Ready With Faithfull The Brand’s New Islas Collection
One Of The Azores’ Best Boutique Hotels, White, Gets A Makeover
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The first time I went to Portugal’s Azores islands to check out the White hotel, shortly after it opened nearly five years ago, the owners, João and Catarina Reis, told me they had taken their inspiration from a particular hotel in Santorini—all whitewashed floors, driftwood and macrame. “It’s white,” added João at the time, “so there will be no colors to distract you” from the blues and greens of the ocean and the hills of São Miguel, one of the most spectacular islands in the world . It was all quite lovely, and done well enough to inspire many of the design-forward boutique hotels that followed in the Azores—along with the Reis’s other hotel, Santa Bárbara , it was a pioneer in luxury travel in the archipelago—but truth be told, it felt a little out of place. I like Santorini style, but this is a very different island. The Reises recognized that too, and so this winter, they closed the ten-room, clifftop hotel … [Read more...] about One Of The Azores’ Best Boutique Hotels, White, Gets A Makeover