Snyder's Soapbox: On good owners, bad owners and why MLB fans should always root for teams to spend more money
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ABC News - Tech
Mission specialist for Titan sub owner tells Coast Guard the goal was to 'make dreams come true'
A mission specialist for the company that owned the Titan submersible that imploded last year told the U_S_ Coast Guard on Thursday that the firm was staffed by competent people who wanted to “make ...7 minutes ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Roy Gillian, Amusement-Park Owner Who Personified the Jersey Shore, Dies at 94
The former mayor and owner of Gillian’s Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, N.J., he helped define “America’s Greatest Family Resort.”1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Sports
Behind the White Sox’s Disaster Is an Owner Who ‘Thinks He Knows Everything’
As Chicago approaches a modern record for losses, dozens of current and former employees of the franchise point their fingers at Jerry Reinsdorf.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - World
Mohamed al-Fayed, Former Harrods Owner, Accused of Raping 5 Women
Multiple former employees told the BBC they had been raped or sexually assaulted by the billionaire businessman, who died last year.2 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Politico owner Axel Springer strikes deal with KKR to split off media business
Politico owner Axel Springer has reached an agreement with its top shareholder KKR to separate its portfolio of media assets from its fast-growing classified advertisements business.2 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
St Johnstone owner being treated for cancer
St Johnstone owner Adam Webb is being treated for cancer of the head and neck and will soon take medical leave.5 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Judge dismisses an assault lawsuit against Knicks owner James Dolan and Harvey Weinstein
A U.S. district judge has dismissed a federal lawsuit against New York Knicks owner James Dolan alleging sexual assault a decade ago15 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Judge dismisses an assault lawsuit against Knicks owner James Dolan and Harvey Weinstein
A U.S. district judge has dismissed a federal lawsuit against New York Knicks owner James Dolan alleging sexual assault a decade ago17 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
MLB playoffs 2024: Milwaukee Brewers assert themselves as one of MLB's best teams by clinching first postseason spot
With the National League spotlight focused on the Dodgers and Phillies, the Brewers quietly ran away with the NL Central.17 hours ago - MLB -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
MLB playoffs 2024 tracker: Standings, clinch scenarios, postseason schedule and more
Follow along as the 2024 MLB postseason picture comes into focus over the final days of September.18 hours ago - MLB -
ABC News - Top stories
Ship owner cut corners on repairs before deadly Baltimore bridge collapse, US says in $100M lawsuit
The U.S. Justice Department is suing the owner and manager of the cargo ship that caused the Baltimore bridge collapse19 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Judge dismisses lawsuit accusing Knicks owner James Dolan of sexual assault, sex trafficking
The lawsuit was originally filed in January and stemmed from several alleged incidents in 2013 and 201420 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
2024 LIV Golf Dallas Team Championship schedule, field, teams, prize money, purse, where to watch, TV coverage
The 13 teams take center stage this week on LIV Golf as it wraps up its third season in Dallas20 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
The Federal Reserve Cut Interest Rates by a Half Point. Here's What That Could Mean for Business Owners
Don't expect to see a big boost consumer spending right away, say experts.21 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
Asda’s woes deepen after co-owner of UK supermarket steps back
Mohsin Issa will relinquish responsibility as company continues search for permanent chief executive21 hours ago - United Kingdom -
CBS News - Top stories
Why Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer thinks bail should be granted
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, is appealing a federal judge's decision to hold the music mogul without bail. Agnifilo's appeal motion argues Combs has been cooperating with the case. ...21 hours ago -
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GM offers Tesla Supercharger adapters to electric vehicle owners for $225 a pop
Detroit automaker's U.S. customers will be able to buy GM-approved NACS DC adapter through vehicle brand's mobile apps.22 hours ago - Tesla -
CBS News - Top stories
Justice Department sues owner of ship that rammed into Baltimore bridge
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against the owner and operator of the container ship that rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, seeking $100 million in damages.23 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Snyder's Soapbox: Record-breaking White Sox should be more embarrassing for owner Jerry Reinsdorf than players
The players are about to break MLB's single-season losing record, but the root cause is deeper than them23 hours ago - MLB -
BBC News - Top stories
TGI Fridays' UK owner falls into administration
London-listed Hostmore has appointed Teneo as administrators to help it sell the restaurants.23 hours ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
US sues owner and manager of ship that caused deadly Baltimore bridge collapse
Justice department seeks to recoup $100m spent on cleanup after Dali crashed into bridge, killing six workers. The US justice department on Wednesday sued the owner and manager of the cargo ship ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
DOJ sues owner, operator of vessel that destroyed Baltimore bridge
The Department of Justice is pursuing a civil negligence case against the owner and operator of the Dali, a ship that rammed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, causing millions in ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
GM offering adapters to help electric vehicle owners access Tesla chargers
General Motors is now offering adapters to help its electric vehicle owners access Tesla chargersYesterday - Tesla -
The New York Times - Sports
Which 0-2 N.F.L. Teams Should Panic?
Fewer than 11% of teams have made the playoffs after starting winless through two games.Yesterday - NFL -
Financial Times - Business
Asda co-owner Mohsin Issa to step back from running supermarket
Chair Stuart Rose will take over day-to-day responsibility for UK chainYesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Good news, bad news for NASCAR Cup teams ahead of playoff elimination race at Bristol
Watkins Glen winner Chris Buescher and Spire Motorsports showed that those outside the playoffs still have much to race for in these final weeks of the season.Yesterday - NASCAR -
The Guardian - World
Tupperware files for bankruptcy in US and hunts for new owners
Food container firm affected by ‘challenging macroeconomic environment’. Business live – latest updates Tupperware, the lossmaking 78-year-old American plastic food container brand, has filed ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Marlboro owner sells UK inhaler firm over backlash
Philip Morris International bought Vectura Group just three years ago in a deal worth more than £1bn.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
ABC News - Top stories
Thousands injured, several dead after pagers explode across Lebanon: Health officials
Pager devices "exploded in the hands of their owners in a number of Lebanese regions" on Tuesday, according to Hezbollah-owned Lebanese media outlet Al-Ahed News.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Here’s what ‘No Spend September’ is and how to know if you should participate
'No Spend September' is a social media trend that involves a full month of cutting nonessential purchases. Here's how you may benefit.Yesterday -
ABC News - Tech
Facebook owner Meta bans Russia state media outlets over "foreign interference"
Meta is banning Russia state media organization from its social media company platforms, alleging that the outlets used deceptive tactics to amplify Moscow’s propagandaYesterday - Russia -
ABC News - Top stories
Facebook owner Meta bans Russia state media outlets over 'foreign interference'
Meta is banning Russia state media organization from its social media company platforms, alleging that the outlets used deceptive tactics to amplify Moscow’s propagandaYesterday - Russia -
CBS News - Top stories
Why you should open a long-term CD this week
High interest rates on long-term CDs could be coming to an end this week. Here's why savers should act now.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson faces crossroads with no good options in spending fight
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is at a critical crossroads in the charged debate over federal spending, confronting few options to prevent a government shutdown — and all of them with risks. The ...2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
FanDuel owner Flutter Entertainment strikes $2.6 billion deal to buy Italy’s Snaitech
Flutter Entertainment has reached an agreement to acquire Playtech subsidiary Snaitech, in what will see the Irish company become Italy’s largest gambling business2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Facebook owner bans Russian state media networks
Russian state media outlets have come under increased scrutiny in Western countries.2 days ago - Russia