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Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham reportedly declined to appear for a scheduled Wednesday court appearance in an investigation about whether Trump and associates acted illegally in attempting to overturn President Joe Biden’s 2020 Georgia election results, according to Atlanta CBS affiliate 46 News. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis claims “a multi-state, coordinated plan by the Trump Campaign to influence the results of the November 2020 election in Georgia and elsewhere,” the outlet reported . Graham’s Communications Director Kevin Bishop told the Daily Caller News Foundation that Graham “never planned to attend” the hearing. (RELATED: David Axelrod On Trump Raid: ‘This Has Never Been Done In The History Of Our Country’) FILE PHOTO: Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis speaks at a news conference in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., May 11, 2021. Picture taken May 11, 2021. REUTERS/Linda So/File Photo “The attorneys for Graham and the Fulton County … [Read more...] about ‘This Is Ridiculous’: Lindsey Graham Skips 2020 Georgia Election Hearing

Representative image. Twitter Inc on Thursday set out a plan to combat the spread of election misinformation that revives previous strategies, but civil and voting rights experts said it would fall short of what is needed to prepare for the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. The social media company said it will apply its civic integrity policy, introduced in 2018, to the Nov. 8 midterms, when numerous U.S. Senate and House of Representatives seats will be up for election. The policy relies on labeling or removing posts with misleading content, focused on messages intended to stop voting or claims intended to undermine public confidence in an election. In a statement, Twitter said it has taken numerous steps in recent months to "elevate reliable resources" about primaries and voting processes. Applying a label to a tweet also means the content is not recommended or distributed to more users. The San Francisco-based company is currently in a legal battle with billionaire Elon … [Read more...] about Twitter plan to fight midterm misinformation falls short, voting rights experts say

- A + A WASHINGTON (Aug 13): The Democratic-led US House of Representatives approved a US$430 billion bill on Friday (Aug 12) that is seen as the biggest climate package in US history, delivering a major legislative victory for President Joe Biden ahead of the Nov 8 midterm elections. The legislation to fight climate change and lower prescription drug prices aims to cut domestic greenhouse gas emissions. It will also allow Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices for the elderly and ensure that corporations and the wealthy pay the taxes they owe. Democrats say it will help combat inflation by reducing the federal deficit. The House voted 220-207 along party lines to pass the measure titled the "Inflation Reduction Act" and send it on to Biden to sign into law. The Senate approved the legislation on Sunday after a marathon, 27-hour session. Biden said he would sign the bill in the week ahead, then the White House would hold a celebration on Sept 6 in honour of what … [Read more...] about US House gives Biden a win with massive bill on climate change, drug prices

Set aside a small sum of money every month for investing in equities when you get your salary. As Indian citizens, we are glad to live in a free country. But often, we take our freedom for granted, especially when it comes to financial freedom. Money here today might be gone tomorrow. That’s why it’s important to be financially free, especially if you’re starting your investment journey at a young age. If you are in your 20s , or even in your 30s , on your first, second or even third job, and are just embarking on your financial journey, here are some handy tips to make sure you become financially independent. Also read | How women in their first job can take control of their money Invest in equities Set aside a small sum of money every month for investing in equities when you get your salary. Maher Dhamodiwala, founder of Financial Artists, a Mumbai-based financial planning firm, says that at a young age when liabilities are low or zilch, people should … [Read more...] about Just started working? Here’s how to become financially independent

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin For those of us who waited with bated breath to see the first images from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), the wait was well worth it. In profoundly beautiful color and detail, these first images of the world’s largest and most powerful space telescope are only the first glimpses at what lies ahead in the coming years. To literally watch the other side of the universe as it was forming over 13 billion years ago is a mind bender. Given the uncanny symmetry that seems to organize all of what we are observing, we can reasonably assume our own solar system formed in the same way. In a sense, we now have photographic proof – a selfie of sorts - to go along with the immortal words “…without form, and void.” (Genesis 1:2) Of course, the fiscal hawks are already screaming about the cost – $10B. That is a lot, but not when considering how much we will advance human civilization with new understandings of the universe. For less … [Read more...] about The Biggest Lesson From James Webb That No One Is Talking About

(CNN) "Day Shift" is about vampires, but it's one of those Frankenstein-like movies stitched together from used parts, with Jamie Foxx as a family man version of Marvel's Blade , mashed up with horror and buddy comedy. It's the kind of star-driven vehicle that yields obvious benefits to Netflix even if, qualitatively speaking, it doesn't deserve to see the light of day. Indeed, Foxx is clearly a favorite of the Netflix algorithm and likes cashing its checks, having starred in the movie "Project Power" and sitcom "Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!" in the last two years, the latter inspired and produced by his daughter, Corinne Foxx. Parenthood is again at the heart of the plot, such as it is, in "Day Shift," which could just as easily be titled "Dad: Vampire Slayer." Foxx plays Bud Jablonski, a bounty hunter (he masquerades as a pool cleaner) struggling to make ends meet financially, suddenly given a major motivation to earn cash: His ex (Meagan Good) is planning to move away from … [Read more...] about Jamie Foxx rises again as dad, the vampire hunter, in Netflix’s dreary ‘Day Shift’

Homegrown oil company Phoenix Petroleum Philippines, Inc. returns to profitability with a net income of Php 201 million for the second quarter, its highest since the onset of the pandemic. Gradually recovering from the loss in the first quarter, gains from its overseas businesses and continued OPEX discipline across the Group grew EBITDA by 67% quarter-on-quarter. “We had a difficult start this year, but we’ve gained some traction, and are seeing favorable results from our strategies. Improved margins and our sustained prudence are paying off, and we are in a better position to cultivate growth as the market further recovers,” said Phoenix Petroleum President Henry Albert Fadullon. The company is reaping the benefits of its long-standing commitment in streamlining operations and maximizing efficiency across the business as OPEX was lower by 10% quarter-on-quarter. As part of its pre-pandemic OPEX and CAPEX rationalization programs, Phoenix has continued to advance … [Read more...] about Phoenix returns to profitability in Q2

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The never-ending pandemic has made people reconsider their work lives. Over the last year and a half, almost everyone I’ve spoken with, both personally and professionally, have told me that they’ve been reevaluating their jobs and careers. They question if they can stay in the same type of role for the next five, 10 or 20 years. There is an overwhelming yearning to try something new. I’ve noticed a trend of people seeking out roles that offer a deeper meaning and serve a larger purpose. Some dream about it, while others have started making plans. This entails reinventing themselves, starting all over again or pivoting to other professions. My unscientific anecdotal experiences are backed up by a recent FlexJobs survey of more than 4,600 workers . The survey asked the participants about their careers and what they want from a job. The results showed that nearly 70% of the respondents “would consider changing careers.” … [Read more...] about The Pandemic Inspired People To Seek Jobs And Careers That Offer A Better Work And Life Balance

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The job market and the economy will be in bad shape for a while. With all the chatter about inflation and a recession, it's hard to understand what is happening. Let’s break it down. A combination of pent-up demand from the pandemic, supply chain disruptions , trillions of dollars flooded into the market from the Federal Reserve Bank, and massive fiscal stimulus packages from both the Trump and Biden administrations helped stoke inflation . Runaway inflation is ruinous to a country. The costs spiral out of control. The poor are disproportionately impacted, as they generally don't have emergency funds or the ability to earn more than the rising inflation rate to keep their heads above water. To decrease the adverse impact of inflation, Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve Bank, announced that he would raise interest rates to battle inflation and cool down the economy. If you have been looking to … [Read more...] about An Easy Explanation Of What Happens When The Federal Reserve Bank Raises Interest Rates

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin On the face of it, Arcade Paradise seems to promise too much: an indie management sim boasting a story-driven and evolving environment, 35 pseudo-original games, and a price tag of just $25. Surely some mistake? After 25 hours of playtime–and despite only clearing the main “campaign”, without really digging deep into its plethora of challenges and unlockables– Arcade Paradise is an absolute gem of a game. Despite its slack handful of bugs, glitches, gripes, and box-ticking exercises, Nosebleed Interactive’s spiritual successor to debut Vostok Inc might be the best value for money you’ll get from a game in 2022. At its heart, Arcade Paradise is a profit simulator in a similar vein to House Flipper : an adventure that is, for the most part, as banal as it is exciting. You assume the role of Ashley, tasked with making a laundrette profitable. It happens to have a trio of old arcade machines in a glorified closet. … [Read more...] about ‘Arcade Paradise’ Review: An Essential Ode To Classic Coin-Ops