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Authorities are searching for a 32-year-old man wanted in connection with the murder of a tech CEO in Baltimore. The suspect, Jason Billingsley, has a violent criminal history and was released early on parole. Police are urging him to turn himself in.

Stores in Philadelphia were looted by a crowd of juveniles and young people, following a protest over dropped charges in a fatal police shooting.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) invests $4 billion in Anthropic for its AI chips, Trainium and Inferentia, and collaboration on future technology.

Bruce Willis' wife opens up about his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, highlighting the challenges and impact on their family.

Cisco has agreed to acquire data observability and security company Splunk in a $28 billion deal to develop AI-enabled security solutions.

Rupert Murdoch, the 92-year-old media mogul, is stepping down as leader of Fox's parent company and News Corp. His son, Lachlan Murdoch, will take over.

Verizon is hosting the Small Business Digital Ready Summit in NYC to provide insights and strategies for small business owners. Participants have the chance to win a free Chromebook.

Instacart's stock opened at $42 a share, 40% higher than anticipated, with a market valuation of roughly $13.9 billion.

Tim Ballard, founder of anti-s*x trafficking organization Operation Underground Railroad, resigns amid s*xual harassment allegations and LDS Church condemnation.

Democrats show strong support for UAW workers as they go on strike against General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis.

Disney has received an offer of $10bn from media mogul Byron Allen for its ABC TV network, local stations, and cable channels, as the company seeks to focus on streaming. Allen's offer is preliminary and could change, but is based on the assumption that the assets generated $1.25bn in earnings over the past year. Disney has also held talks with Nexstar Media Group about ABC and its eight local TV stations. No decision has been made about a sale, but the negotiations could help establish the value of television assets.

"Next Man Up: Inside the NFL Alumni Academy" is a docuseries on Prime Video that follows recently cut NFL players as they strive to replace injured players mid-season. Experience the emotional rollercoaster of their journey.

General Motors (GM) has increased its contract offer to a 20% wage hike for US autoworkers in a bid to avoid a strike. Ford Motor has also confirmed it offered a 20% hike and other benefits. The United Auto Workers (UAW) is demanding 40% raises and major improvements in benefits. The UAW has outlined plans for a series of strikes targeting individual auto plants if agreements are not reached. The UAW is asking for 40% raises and major improvements in benefits. A full strike would hit earnings at each affected automaker by about $400 million to $500 million per week.

British chipmaker Arm debuted on the public markets, with shares jumping 10% and climbing over 20% in the first 30 minutes of trading.

Arm's oversubscribed IPO could have been priced at $52 per share, above the indicated range of $47 to $51.

"The Morning Show" returns with a laugh-out-loud comedy that trivializes serious stories for personal melodrama. It's addictive and can't-miss TV.

Nelly and Ashanti confirm their rekindled romance at the MTV VMAs, hinting at possible future collaborations.

Mitt Romney, U.S. Senator from Utah, announces he will not run for re-election after 25 years of public service.

Wall Street indexes gain as data suggests the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates unchanged in September.

Shell's CEO in Argentina, Ricardo Rodriguez, stated at an oil conference that macroeconomic pressures are discouraging the company from investing more in Vaca Muerta.

Elon Musk and Amber Heard's relationship is detailed in a new biography, including their rocky moments and shared interests.

MGM Resorts is facing a cybersecurity breach that has caused disruptions to its operations, potentially costing the company millions of dollars per hour. The breach is believed to be financially motivated, and experts warn against paying the ransom demanded by the hackers. Customers are advised to be cautious of emails that appear to be from MGM and to monitor their credit reports for any suspicious charges.

Billionaire investors are loading up on Apple stock, prompting retail investors to take a closer look. Apple's iPhone ecosystem is strong, and the company continues to share its success with shareholders. While there are concerns about declining sales and a high valuation, many believe Apple is still a good long-term pick.

Grimes and Neuralink exec Shivon Zilis have resolved any tension between them, expressing respect and excitement for their children to grow up together.

Charter Communications will include Disney+ in its Spectrum TV Select offering, and ESPN+ in its Spectrum TV Plus package. The deal aims to combine traditional TV and online viewing in a mutually beneficial way. Charter's 14.7 million customers will regain access to popular Disney channels, and Disney will receive increased fees for its channels. Customers will receive more value for their money, and Charter will market Disney streaming services to its broadband-only customers.

Netflix is an "evil genius" that has changed the media landscape and is best positioned to survive Hollywood strikes.

Disney and Charter Communications have reached a deal to end their distribution dispute, which resulted in ESPN, ABC, and Disney Channel being pulled from Spectrum cable service. The agreement includes a discounted wholesale price for subscribers for Disney streaming services.

Bill Gates and Elon Musk had a confrontational meeting in 2022 over Gates shorting $1.5 billion worth of Tesla stock, according to a new biography. Musk was upset and "super mean" to Gates during the meeting. The book also reveals Gates' criticism of Musk's beliefs on climate change and Mars colonization.

Super Bowl advertisers achieved significant gains in engagement and effectiveness, according to research by EDO. Advertisers spent $3.7bn on ads during the NFL regular season, which had an engagement rate 20% higher than the broadcast primetime average. During the playoffs, advertisers spent $632m, achieving an engagement rate 19% higher than the primetime average. Super Bowl LVII saw advertisers spend $757m, with an engagement rate 221% higher than the primetime average. The NFL had five of the top ten programs for TV advertising effectiveness, with Thanksgiving Day and Thursday Night Football games proving particularly impactful.

Secretary of State Blinken avoids questions about Elon Musk's alleged role in crippling Ukrainian war efforts with Starlink internet access.

LSU hires Anzilla Gilmore as associate vice president for facility and property oversight, bringing over 23 years of experience.

Clemson football team wins 66-17 against Charleston Southern, but the team still has things to clean up.

Former BMW Chief of Design, Chris Bangle, has launched a production business called Inanimatti Inc, which will debut its first project, Arky Arch Adventures, at Mipcom. The animated TV show, targeted at children aged 6-12, is set in a world where everyday objects come alive. Bangle hopes to encourage children to see the world in a new and imaginative way, while also teaching them the importance of accepting diversity and change.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has been ruled out of the NFL season opener against the Detroit Lions due to a knee injury.

Elon Musk threatens to sue the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for blaming his platform for advertising revenue loss.

AEW fires top star CM Punk with cause after investigating a physical altercation that occurred during a pay-per-view event.

Ryan and Duchovny's romcom, "What Happens Later," will be delayed to avoid competing with Taylor Swift's concert film.

Chico's FAS, a women's retailer based in Fort Myers, reported a strong second quarter with profits rising to $59.3m.

Ellen DeGeneres' famous selfie from the 2014 Oscars was temporarily deleted from Twitter, now known as X, due to glitches.

Steven Bartlett, a British-Nigerian entrepreneur, has become a viral sensation with his podcast, The Diary of a CEO, where he shares his rags-to-riches story and promotes the strength in vulnerability.

The demand for rainwater collection tanks is increasing in Central Texas due to a lack of consistent rain. One farmer is on a months-long waitlist to get one.

Freshman receiver Zachariah Branch stole the show in his college debut, helping USC to a victory with 232 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns.

Verve, Africa's payment cards and digital token platform, has launched its annual 'Good Life' promo to appreciate and support customers. The promo includes cash prizes, free fuel, rent support, and school fees. Verve aims to improve cardholders' experience and reward loyalty.

Verve, Africa's payment cards and digital token platform, has launched its annual 'Good Life' promo to reward customers. The promo includes cash prizes, free fuel, rent support, and school fees. Verve aims to improve cardholders' experiences and improve their living conditions. To qualify for a win, customers must continue to transact with their Verve card.

Elon Musk endorses Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy's call to reduce aid to Israel, sparking controversy and boosting Ramaswamy's popularity.

Elon Musk indirectly endorses GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, praising his articulate views, adding to previous recognition of him as a 'promising candidate.'

Linus Tech Tips responds to criticism from Gamers Nexus, promising transparency and change in a viral video.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis urges Disney CEO Bob Iger to drop the lawsuit accusing him of political retaliation.

Florida approves controversial conservative videos from PragerU for public school curriculum, raising concerns about biased education.

Ammon Bundy, known for his anti-government views, was arrested on an open warrant related to harassment and defamation charges. He lost a case and was ordered to pay $26 million to a hospital.