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Tesla will shed more than 10 percent of its workforce: The move by Elon Musk comes after the company reported a sharp decline in vehicle deliveries in the first ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla to Cut 14,000 Jobs, Elon Musk Aims for Lean Brand
  • Tesla is laying off more than 10% of its global workforce, equivalent to at least 14,000 roles, in response to slowing demand and price pressure.

  • Elon Musk announced the 'difficult decision' in a memo, mentioning that Tesla had experienced role and function duplications in certain areas due to rapid growth in recent years.

  • The job cuts follow a difficult start to the year for the electric carmaker, citing production problems caused by unforeseen factors and a decline in global demand.

  • Tesla recorded a gross profit margin of 17.6% in the fourth quarter, the lowest in over four years, attributed to repeated price cuts and increased competition in China.
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Iran attack complicates Biden’s push to change the course of Gaza war: On Gaza, Biden is warning Israel to change its approach. On Iran, he is promising ...
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Iran attack complicates Biden’s push to change the course of Gaza war
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
  • In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.

  • The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.

  • Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.

  • The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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Quick Glance: Keanu Reeves Takes on Role of Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3
  • Reportedly, actor Keanu Reeves will be appearing in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 as Shadow, as per The Hollywood Reporter!

  • The appearance of Shadow at the end of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 excited fans, given his popularity since his debut in 2001.

  • Although Shadow's part in the movie was brief and he had no lines, it hints at closely following Shadow's story from Sonic Adventure 2 on Dreamcast in the Paramount film.

  • Currently, little is known about Shadow's role, but Reeves is expected to capture this dynamic effectively!
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A controversial result at the Beijing Half Marathon is being re-examined by event organizers after three runners appeared to slow down ahead of the finish line ... Show more   www.cnn.com/2024/04/15/china/china-marathon-finish-line-uproar-intl-hnk-spt/
Quick Glance: Beijing Half Marathon under Controversy Investigation
  • Organisers are probing the Beijing half marathon following claims that three African athletes purposefully slowed down to let China's He Jie cross the finish line first.

  • He completed the race in 1 hour, 3 minutes, and 44 seconds, surpassing Kenya's Robert Keter and Willy Mnangat, and Ethiopia's Dejene Hailu, who all tied for second, a second behind the leader.

  • While an investigation is ongoing, none of the involved runners have issued a statement regarding the incident, although users on the Chinese social media platform Weibo have discussed the race and criticized the conclusion.

  • The Beijing Sports Bureau, responsible for sports in the city, stated that an investigation is in progress and the results will be disclosed once available.
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‘Civil War’: Jesse Plemons’ Disturbing Scene Will Haunt You: As he’s wont to do, the Oscar nominee—and Hollywood’s premier creep–steals the entire movie with a ...
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‘Civil War’: Jesse Plemons’ Disturbing Scene Will Haunt You
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‘SNL’: Ryan Gosling’s ‘Beavis and Butt-Head’ Is One of Best Sketches Ever: The ridiculous, inspired sketch from this week’s episode of “Saturday Night Live” ...
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‘SNL’: Ryan Gosling’s ‘Beavis and Butt-Head’ Is One of Best Sketches Ever
Quick Glance: Funniest Sketch Ever: Beavis and Butt-Head by Ryan Gosling
  • The recent sketch featuring Ryan Gosling on 'Saturday Night Live' is hailed as one of the best of all time.

  • The absurd premise of the sketch with Ryan Gosling and Mikey Day as Beavis and Butt-Head was considered one of the funniest moments in SNL history.

  • Louie Zakarian's elaborate makeup work to portray Butt-Head received high praise for accurately recreating the appearance of the cartoon character.

  • The combination of makeup, constant scene-breaking laughter, and the absurdity of real people resembling Beavis and Butt-Head in a world where the show exists made this sketch a timeless classic.
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A major Tesla exec has left Elon Musk's automaker amid job cuts: Drew Baglino, Tesla's senior vice president of powertrain and electrical engineering, is leaving ...
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A major Tesla exec has left Elon Musk's automaker amid job cuts
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Hannah Waddingham Chews Out Photographer Who Makes Sketchy Request: The “Ted Lasso” star confronted a photographer who apparently made a sexist remark.
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Hannah Waddingham Chews Out Photographer Who Makes Sketchy Request
Quick Glance: Hannah Waddingham criticizes sexist remark on red carpet
  • Hannah Waddingham slammed a photographer during London's Olivier Awards for asking her to 'show me leg.'

  • She reprimanded the photographer, stating, 'Don't be a d--k otherwise I'll move off. Don't say 'show me leg.''

  • The heated exchange didn't affect Waddingham's hosting duties, and the incident went viral.

  • Waddingham's confrontation with the photographer went viral, and she also addressed past comments about her appearance.
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YOURSAY | Time and patience running out for Anwar: ‘We do not expect instant results but integrity and fairness.’
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YOURSAY | Time and patience running out for Anwar
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Watch as Steph Curry makes a young fan's dream come true when he sees him wearing his high school jersey. #sportskind
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Courtney Love Thinks Taylor Swift Is a Bore: The former “Hole” singer took shots at Swift, as well as Lana Del Rey and Madonna, in a new interview with The ...
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Courtney Love Thinks Taylor Swift Is a Bore
Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'
  • Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'

  • Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.

  • She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.

  • Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.
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Yesterday, George Stephanopoulos conducted a “skillful and revealing interview with New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu,” Peter Wehner writes ... Show more   www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/04/trump-willing-accomplice-chris-sununu/678076/
Quick Glance: N.H. Governor Supports Trump Despite Controversy
  • New Hampshire Republican Governor Chris Sununu stated his backing for former President Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election, despite acknowledging Trump's role in the Capitol insurrection of January 6, 2021.

  • Sununu emphasized that his support for Trump is more about the Republican administration and values rather than the individual candidate, expressing that a significant percentage of Americans favor Trump's return to the presidency.

  • Addressing the possibility of Trump facing legal challenges, Sununu highlighted the preference for focusing on substantial issues over legal matters in the Republican Party, accepting Trump as a symbol of the desired cultural change within the party.

  • When questioned about his personal stance on Trump, Sununu reiterated his alignment with the majority of Americans who continue to support Trump's presidential candidacy despite concerns over his past actions and potential legal issues.
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‘Saturday Night Live’ Can’t Keep it Together: Ryan Gosling hosted an episode that included appearances by Caitlin Clark, Emily Blunt and Kate McKinnon ...
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‘Saturday Night Live’ Can’t Keep it Together
Quick Glance: Funny Moments with Ryan Gosling and Beavis at SNL
  • During a television segment on artificial intelligence, the cast of Saturday Night Live had difficulty keeping a straight face as Ryan Gosling and Mikey Day appeared as Beavis and Butt-Head.

  • Gosling was dressed as Beavis and sat behind Heidi Gardner's character. The costumes of Gosling and Day brought laughter to the cast and the actors themselves.

  • Heidi Gardner struggled to deliver her lines when she saw Gosling in his Beavis outfit. When Day showed up as Butt-Head, it was even harder for her to stay serious. The entire cast fought with laughter as the sketch continued.

  • Ryan Gosling is celebrated for his role as Ken in Barbie and has appeared in successful films like Drive and La La Land. A live-action adaptation of Beavis and Butt-Head with him is currently not in the works.
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Mark Cuban is ‘proud to pay’ $275.9 million in taxes: 'It’s crazy and unreal in so many ways'
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Mark Cuban is ‘proud to pay’ $275.9 million in taxes: 'It’s crazy and ...
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Damien Guerot, who fought off Bondi Junction attacker with bollard, can stay in Australia, PM says
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Introducing our first 2024 TIME100 cover star: Dua Lipa. The pop star talked to TIME about her new album, her childhood in Kosovo ... Show more   time.com/6965325/dua-lipa-interview-time100-2024/
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Fourth body recovered in Maryland bridge collapse: The body of a fourth victim in last month’s collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has been ...
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Fourth body recovered in Maryland bridge collapse
Quick Glance: Investigation of Key Bridge Incident
  • The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation focusing on the colossal container vessel that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore last month.

  • Authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the Dali, a 985-foot Singaporean ship, losing power as it departed from the Port of Baltimore and colliding with one of the bridge's support pillars.

  • Federal agents appeared to have boarded the ship on Monday morning to conduct a search.

  • President Biden and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) have expressed their commitment to hold accountable any entities potentially responsible for the bridge's destruction.
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Olivia Rodrigo performs with No Doubt during group’s Coachella reunion set: No Doubt performed their long-awaited reunion set at the Coachella music festival ...
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Olivia Rodrigo performs with No Doubt during group’s Coachella reunion set
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Megan Fox comments on Chelsea Blackwell's 'Love Is Blind' comparison: Chelsea Blackwell said she got compared to Megan Fox on "Love Is Blind ...
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Megan Fox comments on Chelsea Blackwell's 'Love Is Blind' comparison
Quick Glance: Megan Fox Addresses Comparison with Chelsea from 'Love Is Blind'
  • Megan Fox is sharing her thoughts on Chelsea Blackwell's controversial comparison to her in the latest season of 'Love Is Blind.'

  • Two months after the show aired, Fox commented on the reality TV drama that caused a stir.

  • Fox believes Blackwell is telling the truth about the comparisons and hopes her sparkle wasn't taken away.

  • Blackwell and Fox faced comparisons leading to fan criticism, with both Brian Austin Green and Jimmy Presnell defending Blackwell.
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Quick Glance: Travis Kelce Surprised with Graduation at 'New Heights' Live Show After Long Study Journey
  • Travis Kelce finally experienced his ceremonial graduation moment.

  • During the 'New Heights' live show, the NFL player and his brother were surprised with a University of Cincinnati graduation ceremony.

  • Kelce attended the university from 2008 to 2012 and obtained his degree in interdisciplinary studies in 2022.

  • While Taylor Swift was not present, the athletes' parents, Donna and Ed Kelce, proudly showed their support.
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Quick Glance: Coachella 2024: DoLab Stage Excluded from Livestream
  • The DoLab won't be streamed online to preserve the live experience.

  • Featuring colorful designs, surprise performances, and a dance party vibe.

  • The brothers take a laid-back approach, add surprise acts, and offer a unique festival experience.

  • The DoLab stage attracts festival attendees with its unique concept and artist lineup.
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Billy Joel's 100th residency special on CBS cut during pivotal 'Piano Man' performance
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Musk Will Charge New X Users ‘Small Fee’ For Posting, Tweet Suggests: New users in New Zealand and the Philippines have already had to pay a $1 annual fee to ...
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Musk Will Charge New X Users ‘Small Fee’ For Posting, Tweet Suggests
Quick Glance: Elon Musk plans to impose fees on new X users for posting
  • Elon Musk is strategizing to charge new X users a nominal fee to activate posting on the social network and mitigate the bot issue.

  • Musk emphasized that implementing a small fee for new accounts was the 'sole method' to halt the 'influx of bots.'

  • New accounts are anticipated to have free posting privileges after three months, exempt from any charges.

  • At present, there is a lack of specific information on the timeline for enforcing this policy and the potential fees new users might be required to pay.
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Exclusive: Zelenskyy says without U.S. aid ‘we'll have no chance of winning’
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Exclusive: Zelenskyy says without U.S. aid ‘we'll have no chance of ...
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Lawrence Wong to take over as Singapore Prime Minister from Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
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Quick Glance: Lawrence Wong to Assume Singapore Prime Ministership from Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
  • On May 15, Lawrence Wong will officially become the Prime Minister of Singapore, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong.

  • Wong garnered unanimous support from PAP MPs and will be sworn in at 8:00 pm on May 15, 2024 at the Istana.

  • The leadership transition began two years ago when Wong was named as the leader of the PAP's 4G team.

  • Wong will be Singapore's fourth Prime Minister, emphasizing commitment to creating a bright future for the nation with his team.
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5 takeaways from Salman Rushdie's new memoir 'Knife': Nearly two years after the renowned author was stabbed on stage in Chautauqua, N.Y. ...
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5 takeaways from Salman Rushdie's new memoir 'Knife'
Quick Glance: Salman Rushdie Recalls 'Premonition' Dream Before Brutal Knife Attack
  • Two nights before being attacked, Rushdie dreamt of being stabbed.

  • He was stabbed ten times during the attack, leading to severe injuries.

  • Despite his dream, Rushdie decided to attend the event where the attack occurred.

  • The attacker is awaiting trial, with Rushdie expected to testify.
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Trump Wanted to See Crowd Outside Trial. He Got 50 Randos.: A couple of hungry Proud Boys, Laura Loomer, and some people from Queens.
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Trump Wanted to See Crowd Outside Trial. He Got 50 Randos.
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WATCH: Biden holds bilateral meeting with Czech prime minister: Biden aimed to highlight the efforts other nations are making to support Ukraine ...
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WATCH: Biden holds bilateral meeting with Czech prime minister
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Former Patriots star Rob Gronkowski brought his signature enthusiasm to the Boston Marathon Monday, when the event’s grand marshal rallied the spectators and ... Show more   www.bostonglobe.com/2024/04/15/sports/rob-gronkowski-boston-marathon-2024/
Quick Glance: Gronk Crushes Baseball in First Pitch at Fenway Park
  • The Boston Red Sox enlisted former Patriots player Rob Gronkowski to handle the first pitch at Fenway Park.

  • Gronk spiked the baseball deep into the Earth's crust, resulting in triumphant applause.

  • A classic move we can expect from Gronkowski, who seems to be on a mission to crush anything he can get his hands on.

  • It's a smart move, as a botched first pitch often goes viral, but Gronk avoided this by destroying the ground instead.