Paramount folds BET+ as Warner bid draws scrutiny
Paramount will fold BET+ into Paramount Plus after buying Tyler Perry's stake, consolidating Black-focused titles as regulators review its Warner bid.
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SpaceX IPO hands public near-zero control, despite $80B bet
SpaceX IPO gives founders outsized control and public investors little voting power in a deal likely to raise about $80B. Allocation mechanics and timing will decide liquidity.
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Serena Williams' $35M property portfolio draws attention
Realtor.com pegs Serena Williams' property portfolio near $35M, led by a renovated Jupiter, Florida home. The estimate is tied to her brands and sponsors.
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Inside the four-team plan to send Kevin Durant to the Timberwolves
A four-team trade sheet circulating among Timberwolves execs would send Kevin Durant to Minnesota, moving Kyrie Irving, Julius Randle, Fred VanVleet and several future draft picks.
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McDonald's five-store AI drive-thru pilot signals wider push
McDonald's is testing Archy IQ at five U.S. drive-thrus. Franchise-linked posts claim 90% auto-complete and 1M orders; McDonald's has not confirmed.
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How to Cut the 15.3% Self-Employment Tax
How the 15.3% self-employment tax works and practical moves to lower your bill: retirement-plan contributions, business deductions, and the right filing method or help.
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24% cut to Social Security if trust fund empties in 2032
A 24% cut to Social Security benefits, about $500 monthly for the typical retiree, would take effect if the OASI trust fund is exhausted in 2032, CRFB says.
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IRS Seizes $10,000 Iowa Refund Over 1996 SSA Overpayment
IRS seized a $10,000 federal refund from an Iowa couple over a 1996 Social Security overpayment. The couple has appealed and seeks a waiver or reconsideration.
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Trump $1.776B fund paused, GOP revolt stalls immigration bill
A judge blocked payouts from President Trump's $1.776B settlement fund, and Republican opposition forced leaders to pause a $72B immigration funding bill.
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A.J. Brown traded to Patriots for 2028 first, 2027 fifth
A.J. Brown was traded to the Patriots for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth, easing Eagles' cap pressure and pending a physical, announced Monday.
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9,276 crypto ATMs offline as Bitcoin Depot files Chapter 11
Bitcoin Depot filed Chapter 11, taking 9,276 crypto ATMs offline after IC3 complaints tied kiosks to roughly $388 million in losses. States are tightening rules.
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From Zero to $200 Monthly in AI Affiliate Payouts
One creator grew to $200/month in AI affiliate payouts by shifting to high-intent content, higher-commission partners, and stricter conversion tracking.
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60-Second Fix: Make AI Output Client-Ready
Use a 60-second render-edit-export to turn AI markdown into client-ready prose or PDFs. Finance teams can cut cleanup and deliver clearer notes faster.
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3 Ways to Get Reliable Free Trading Signals
Learn how to access reliable free trading signals from BestTradingSignal.com by depositing $510 and trading two lots within 30 days, supported by top
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Judge lets Trump mail‑in order stand, legal fight continues
A federal judge declined to block President Trump's March 31 order limiting mail-in ballots, ruling the challenge premature. Plaintiffs can seek relief if agencies act.
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Mortgage Rates Hit 6.65% as Applications Drop 8.5%
Mortgage rates hit 6.65% and applications fell 8.5% as Treasury yields and inflation push borrowing costs higher, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
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FBI warns Kali365 can steal Outlook and OneDrive access
Kali365 captures Microsoft 365 OAuth tokens to bypass MFA, the FBI warns. It can give attackers ongoing access to Outlook, OneDrive and Teams. Tighten MFA.
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Makhlouf: ECB committed to 2% target, June unclear
Makhlouf reiterated the ECB's commitment to a 2% medium-term inflation target and said June policy is unclear as the bank remains data-dependent.
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Dudley: Case for Fed Rate Cuts Weak as Core PCE Nears 2%
Dudley says the Fed's case for cutting rates is weak as core PCE nears 2%, citing mixed labor signals, borrowing costs and risks to Fed credibility.
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Trader Joe's May launches: Carne Asada $11.99/lb, gummy worms with 14g fiber
Trader Joe's May launches include carne asada at $11.99/lb and Sweet & Sour gummy worms labeled 14g fiber per serving, stirring social media debate.
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Zeus claims $4.3B recovered, 98% success rate
Zeus claims it recovered $4.3 billion in stolen crypto with a 98% success rate, using blockchain forensics and coordination with FBI, Interpol and Europol.
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Stocks hit records as traders price 4-5 Fed cuts, risks rise
Traders price 4-5 Fed cuts through 2026 as stocks hit records. Narrow breadth, retail option flows and summer tariff, Treasury deadlines raise risk.
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Top U.S. Rental Markets Offering 9%+ Gross Yields in 2026
Midwest bargains, Sunbelt growth and select short-term rental towns where gross yields top 9% in 2026, using data from Landlord Studio and Rentometer.
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Bezos Urges Zero Federal Income Tax for Bottom Half
Bezos told CNBC he wants the bottom 50% of U.S. filers to pay zero federal income tax, citing Tax Foundation data for 2023. He offered no funding plan.
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1099 Filing Guide: $600 Threshold and Key Deadlines
How 1099s work when you pay $600 or more: which form to use, collecting W-9s, backup withholding basics, and what to watch for filing deadlines and e-filing.
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