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A major Baltimore bridge collapsed early Tuesday after it was hit by a large container ship.Six people were missing after the collision at the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to Paul Wiedefeld, Maryland’s transportation secretary. Two people were rescued, with one transported to a trauma center in serious condition. The missing people may have fallen into the water.The bridge carries Interstate 695 across the Patapsco River, southeast of the Baltimore metropolitan area.The ship, the DALI, hit the bridge at around 1:30 a.m. ET,  when contractors were working on the bridge, according to Wiedefeld. The missing people are believed to be…

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Workers collect dry cocoa beans in front of the store of a cocoa cooperative in the village of Hermankono on Nov. 14, 2023.Sia Kambou | Afp | Getty ImagesCocoa reached hit a record Tuesday as supply constraints fuel prices higher.Futures for May delivery were up 3.9% at $10,030 per metric ton, marking the first time the commodity breaks above the $10,000 mark. Cocoa has been on a tear this year, soaring nearly 138%.Stock Chart IconStock chart iconHuge gains for cocoa in 2024Ivory Coast, the biggest coca producer in the world, is facing hotter-than-normal temperatures — which have led to dryer-than-usual…

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The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield fell slightly on Tuesday as investors weighed the previous day’s data points and looked ahead to key inflation figures later in the week.10-year yields were trading around 1 basis point lower at 4.2356% at 5:48 a.m. ET. The yield on the 2-year Treasury yield was flat at 4.5910%.Yields and prices move in opposite directions and one basis point equals 0.01%.Stock market futures climbed early Tuesday, after the major indexes closed in the red the previous day following strong gains over recent weeks.It comes as investors continue to assess the strength of the U.S. economy, when the Federal…

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Sean “Diddy” Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) today in connection with a federal sex trafficking investigation, reports The Associated Press. It’s unclear if Diddy was present during the raids while officers and helicopters swarmed his residence. He’s currently facing multiple lawsuits from several accusers who allege that he raped or sexually assaulted them.“Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York executed law enforcement actions as part of an ongoing investigation, with assistance from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami, and our local law enforcement partners,” a spokesperson for the department said in a statement.…

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Gossip’s Beth Ditto has revealed that she had never heard Rihanna’s hit song ‘Umbrella’ until Jessie Ware sang it to her at Glastonbury. The discussion arose as part of a new interview between the Gossip singer and the ‘Free Yourself’ artist as part of a new episode on the latter’s Table Manners podcast. In the discussion, Ditto recalled a time when she was at Glastonbury back in 2007 to perform with her bandmates, and was introduced to the song for the first time – despite it dominating charts around the world at that point. According to Ditto, she first heard…

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The Oversight Board is urging Meta to change the way it moderates the word “shaheed,” an Arabic term that has led to more takedowns than any other word or phrase on the company’s platforms. Meta asked the group for help crafting new rules after attempts to revamp it internally stalled.The Arabic word “shaheed” is often translated as “martyr,” though the board notes that this isn’t an exact definition and the word can have “multiple meanings.” But Meta’s current rules are based only on the “martyr” definition, which the company says implies praise. This has led to a “blanket ban” on…

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The Web3 gaming sector is on the cusp of going mainstream with notable game publishers now shifting their focus towards emerging fresher technologies. In order to attract web3 game developers to put their best foot forward, three parties have formed an alliance. Venture firms Immutable and King River Capital along have tied up with blockchain firm, the Polygon Labs to set up a fund of $100 million (roughly Rs. 83 crores) under the name – the Inevitable Games Fund (IGF).The future of Web3 gaming market has been projected to be bright, according to research conducted around the subject. The blockchain…

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From the moment that John Blackthorne and his crew (someone should really check on those guys!) ran aground in the fishing village of Ajiro, Shogun has seldom allowed its viewers a moment to catch their breath. So it came as a bit of a relief when the show slowed things down a little in its fifth episode, Broken to the Fist. The intricate political maneuvering and the stunning action set pieces are thrilling, of course, but the best dramas know that coaxing viewers to genuinely care about your characters is the best way to raise the stakes…

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US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield votes abstain during a vote on a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, at the UN headquarters in New York on March 25, 2024.Angela Weiss | Afp | Getty ImagesThe United Nations Security Council on Monday adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas, after the United States abstained from the vote — prompting Israel to cancel the visit of a high-level delegation to Washington.Israeli Prime…

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All thrill seekers are different. Some need to bungee jump or chase tornadoes to experience a rush of adrenaline but for me, there is nothing more exciting than opening a book and meeting a brand-new fictional character for the very first time. And the best characters are the ones who make me feel…something. Because they’re the people who remind me that despite all our differences, sometimes we feel the same emotions and think the same thoughts. The fact that I can emotionally connect with a figment of someone else’s imagination is beyond exciting. It’s exhilarating. And it means I never…

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Finding the best gifts for mentors is about acknowledging the wisdom, guidance, and invaluable lessons they’ve imparted. A simple handshake or pat on the back doesn’t cut it. You need something tangible that screams, “I see you; I appreciate you.” Whether you’re investigating contemporary gift ideas for mentors or timeless classics to please traditional folk, this guide has got you covered. From traditional pieces to modern-day marvels, we’ve curated a list of the best gifts for mentors to leave an indelible mark. So, suit up and dive in because mentor appreciation is about to get a stylish upgrade. official_mismo /…

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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for NCIS Season 21 Episode 5 “The Plan.”] Talk about criminal! The romantic relationship between medical examiner Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen) and Agent Jessica Knight (Katrina Law) hit a major snag in tonight’s NCIS episode. Earnest Jimmy finally met Knight’s dad, Special Agent in Charge of the Far East Field Office Feng Zhao (Russell Wong), and was devastated to realize the man nicknamed “the Gibbs of the Far East” had never heard of him. Even worse, the uncomfortable moment for the couple, who’ve been dating for about a year, happened in front of the whole team.…

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Nelson Peltz, founder and chief executive officer of Trian Fund Management, during the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute Priority Summit in Miami, Florida, US, on Thursday, March 30, 2023.Marco Bello | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesNelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management withheld its votes from Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger when voting its shares in the bitter proxy battle the asset management firm is waging against the entertainment giant, according to sources who monitor the situation.The move is hardly shocking, given the acrimonious nature of the battle.However, it is counter to Trian’s proxy recommendations, and it doesn’t mesh with the public statements…

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Former US President Donald Trump arrives at 40 Wall Street after his court hearing to determine the date of his trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments linked to extramarital affairs in New York City on March 25, 2024. Charly Triballeau | AFP | Getty ImagesDonald Trump faces hundreds of millions of dollars in legal penalties, his presidential campaign is confronting a cash crunch and his businesses have reported operating losses for years.But on Monday afternoon, Trump was richer than he has ever been.Trump’s net worth shot up by more than $4 billion in recent days to about $6.5 billion,…

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Charli XCX has announced a series of live shows in support of her forthcoming album Brat. For now, she has lined up four live shows and three DJ nights that she’s calling Partygirl. See Charli XCX’s live schedule below.Charli XCX announced Brat last month, revealing that the 15-track album will be out in the summer. She also shared the album’s first single, “Von Dutch,” following it with a new remix featuring Addison Rae and A. G. Cook.All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an…

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James Blake has said major labels “should be required to provide a therapist to their artists”. In a new X/Twitter thread, the musician has called for labels to provide therapy for their artists. In response to a tweet posted by Butterz label head Elijah, Blake wrote: “Labels should be required to provide a therapist to their artists. You shouldn’t get to profit from our trauma without helping with the pitfalls of it.” Blake further clarified it was “major [labels]” that should do this, adding: “Live agents and managing companies too. All of them have a vested interest in the artist…

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