Trump names billionaire banker Warren Stephens as envoy to Britain

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President-elect Donald Trump has named billionaire investment banker Warren Stephens as his envoy to Britain, a prestigious posting for the Republican donor whose contributions this year included $2 million to a Trump-backing super PAC. Trump, in a post on his Truth Social site Monday evening, announced he was selecting Stephens to be the US ambassador to […]


Jaguar reveals ‘Type 00’ concept car, first in controversial rebrand

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Image of Jaguar Type 00 concept vehicle Jaguar Famed British carmaker Jaguar revealed its new vehicle design direction Monday night with the introduction of an all-electric concept car called “Type 00.” The vehicle, pronounced “Type Zero Zero,” features a minimalistic yet somewhat gaudy design. It is boxy with sleek lights and large wheels, a notably […]


LeBron James’ media company reportedly lost nearly $30M last year

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NBA great LeBron James’ media company lost nearly $30 million last year — and is on pace to lose millions more, according to a report. The 39-year-old Lakers star, who has won four NBA titles during his legendary career, has struggled to match his hardwood success with SpringHill — the production company he co-founded with […]


Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns amid problems in U.S.

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Carlos Tavares, chief executive officer of Stellantis NV, speaks to the media at the Stellantis auto manufacturing plant in Sochaux, France, on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024.  Nathan Laine | Bloomberg | Getty Images DETROIT — Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has unexpectedly resigned from the automaker amid increasingly “different views” between the executive and the board […]


Luxury department store Printemps moves up US debut at One Wall Street, developer says

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Printemps, the French luxury department store, will open its first US location in March, One Wall Street developer Harry Macklowe says. The eagerly awaited launch – previously reported as happening in the spring — might be the most momentous debut ever in the retail-deprived FiDi neighborhood. French luxury department store Printemps will open its first […]


Trump tariff plan threatens to make Modelo more expensive

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Packages of Modelo Especial beer are displayed for sale in a grocery store on June 14, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.  Mario Tama | Getty Images Shares of Constellation Brands fell 3.5% on Tuesday after President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to place a 25% tariff on Mexican imports once he’s inaugurated. Constellation imports all of […]


Southwest to end cabin service earlier to avoid ‘turbulence injuries’

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Fasten your seatbelts — earlier! Southwest Airlines announced that it will end cabin service — including providing snacks and beverages —- earlier on its flights to keep flyers and crew safe from potential turbulence injuries. Starting Wednesday, passengers will need to buckle their seatbelts and make sure their seatbacks and trays are in their full […]


Retail winners pull away from the pack

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Shoppers outside a Target store ahead of Black Friday, in Clifton, New Jersey, Nov. 26, 2024. Victor J. Blue | Bloomberg | Getty Images As the holiday season heats up, retailers are getting a fresh opportunity to attract even the most selective shoppers and persuade them to splurge on discretionary items such as party outfits, […]


Jaguar’s woke ad shows just how out of touch companies are with consumers

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There was something telling in the latest example of ­idiotic and woke corporate virtue signaling that came courtesy of high-end car manufacturer Jaguar.  In addition to the spectacle of an odd-looking man running around in an ill-fitting dress without a car in sight, there was the equally ­bizarre rationalization of it. Rawdon Glover, an official […]


College Football Playoff expansion boosts ESPN, Disney

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Donovan Edwards #7 of the Michigan Wolverines hurdles a tackle attempt by Michael Taaffe #16 of the Texas Longhorns during the first half of a college football game at Michigan Stadium on September 07, 2024 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Aaron J. Thornton | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images The expanded College Football Playoff format […]