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Tesla vote on Elon Musk $56 billion payday critical for future: Tesla's poor performance doesn't justify Musk's pay package for a part-time CEO.
houstonchronicle.com/business/columnists/tomlinson/article/elon-musk-pay-tesla-shareholder-vote-19412462.php
Offshore Drilling Expands as US Shale Gets Left Behind: International markets are in the midst of a multiyear expansion in capital spending.
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-22/offshore-drilling-expands-as-us-shale-gets-left-behind
Volkswagen ‘the first domino to fall’ after union vote, says UAW president: Shawn Fain tells the Guardian he expects ‘more of the same to come’ after celebrating ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/22/united-auto-workers-auw-shawn-fain
The vulnerabilities not addressed by CHIPS Act: US investment in semiconductors is important, but it also opens new vulnerabilities like RISC-V architecture ...
dallasnews.com/opinion/commentary/2024/04/20/chips-act-vulnerabiliities-need-attention/
Billionaire In-N-Out heiress Lynsi Snyder claims she went 'toe-to-toe' to keep prices down as Calif. fast food industry, prices slammed by minimum wage hike
nypost.com/2024/04/11/business/in-n-out-president-lynsi-snyder-went-toe-to-toe-to-keep-menu-prices-down/
420 is Saturday. Here's how to score food deals at Wingstop, Cheba Hut and more: Saturday is 4/20, the unofficial holiday for marijuana smokers ...
azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2024/04/19/420-food-deals/73385293007/
Houston hemp company is taking THC-infused drinks mainstream: Bayou City Hemp have been leaders in the THC beverage space. Now, they're getting THC-infused ...
houstonchronicle.com/food-culture/restaurants-bars/article/thc-drinks-houston-restaurants-19406840.php
Elon Musk's lawyer Spiro blasts sanctions bid in defamation case: Elon Musk has slammed a bid for court sanctions against his longtime attorney Alex Spiro ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/elon-musks-lawyer-spiro-blasts-sanctions-bid-defamation-case-2024-04-19/
J.C. Penney launches new plan to save customers up to $500 million
star-telegram.com/news/business/article287862575.html
Man who lost son in Robb Elementary shooting criticizes Uvalde shirt sold at Walmart; store issues apology
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/18/uvalde-texas-walmart-shirt-criticism/73368450007/
Fear and loathing on America’s college campuses as free speech is disappearing: Student activists say fear and paranoia has descended on college campus around ...
inquirer.com/opinion/college-free-speech-palestine-israel-20240418.html
‘This is a sideshow’: Tarrant County judge fires back at racism and misogyny allegations
star-telegram.com/news/politics-government/article287835240.html
Portraying Trump as the Fascist He Is Could Save US Democracy: It comes down to Democratic framing, a truth-telling media, and the independent judiciary to ...
washingtonspectator.org/fascism-is-not-patriotism/
Houston Texans: Draft looks different after breakthrough season: After striking first-round gold with C.J. Stroud and Will Anderson a year ago ...
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/texans/article/houston-texans-nfl-draft-nick-caserio-second-round-19409540.php
Everything We Know about Season 2 of Fallout: The first season of Fallout premiered in early April, and the show has already been confirmed for a season two on ...
elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a60559624/fallout-season-2-news-date-cast-spoilers/
How the Browns have weathered no 1st round pick in 3 straight NFL drafts from the Deshaun Watson trade: Mary
cleveland.com/browns/2024/04/how-the-browns-have-weathered-no-1st-round-pick-in-3-straight-nfl-drafts-from-the-deshaun-watson-trade-mary-kay-cabot.html
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Dallas bond election to decide fate of $19 million to shelter homeless: Proposition I would dedicate $19 million total to projects addressing homelessness ...
dallasnews.com/news/2024/04/23/dallas-bond-election-to-decide-fate-of-19-million-to-shelter-homeless/
Folly Beach council race reveals rental issues still top issue for the island: Folly Beach voters are heading to the polls to fill a city council seat ...
postandcourier.com/news/folly-beach-special-election-april-23/article_254a48b8-00d5-11ef-bf19-db86d1cbbcf7.html
Amazon ends California drone deliveries: Amazon confirmed it is ending Prime Air drone delivery operations in Lockeford, California. The Central California town ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/22/amazon-ends-california-drone-deliveries/
A reader blasts using local funds to support abortion travel.: A reader wonders how San Antonio could spend public funds on abortion travel ...
expressnews.com/opinion/letters-editor/article/abortion-travel-via-south-side-voucher-education-19405315.php
Houston ISD school bond: What you need to know about the plans: Houston ISD leaders are preparing to propose a multi-billion dollar bond package for voters to ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/education/article/houston-isd-school-bond-election-19385300.php
Unions are getting bolder in targeting Big Business: The U.S. worker unionization rate hit a new low in 2023, but public support for unions is near a six-decade ...
axios.com/2024/04/18/unions-disney-cvs-demand-workers-labor-market
Dallas-based Wingstop debuts ‘THC’ hot wings for 420: Dallas-based chicken wing chain Wingstop is having a bit of fun for 420 this year. The company announced ...
dallasnews.com/food/2024/04/18/dallas-based-wingstop-debuts-thc-hot-wings-for-420/
4 lit campaigns for 4/20: From Wingstop to Hill Beverage Company, brands are reaching out to fans on the unofficial cannabis holiday.
adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/420-4-brands-celebrating-weed-holiday/2554206
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American introduces Flagship Preferred suite for launch on 787-9s and 777-300s: American Airlines has unveiled a new Flagship Preferred suite that will be ...
aerotime.aero/articles/american-airlines-preferred-suite-boeing
Venezuela’s economic crisis fueled by looting of its state-owned oil company : PDVSA, the country’s main source of income, has been plundered by decades of ...
english.elpais.com/international/2024-04-17/venezuelas-economic-crisis-fueled-by-looting-of-its-state-owned-oil-company.html
Tesla just asked shareholders to approve Elon Musk's nixed $56 billion pay plan again
qz.com/tesla-elon-musk-investors-approve-compensation-pay-plan-1851415316
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertruck: Pedal Safety Issues
- The Tesla Cybertruck has faced criticism for various issues, but now a serious safety concern with the accelerator pedal has led to the temporary halt of deliveries.
- A video and reports show that the pedal cover can come loose and jam, causing unintended acceleration even when the foot is not on the pedal.
- Deliveries have been halted, appointments rescheduled and canceled as Tesla investigates acceleration issues. A regulatory investigation looms over the company, potentially requiring a recall of all trucks.
- Some drivers have attempted to manually remove the pedal cover, indicating a potentially serious safety issue that cannot be resolved through software.
Tesla asks shareholders to help Elon Musk get paid $56 billion: Tesla's stock has slumped in 2024 amid concerns about middling demand for EVs
axios.com/2024/04/17/elon-musk-pay-package-tesla-delaware-court
Quick Glance: Why Tesla Wants Approval for Elon Musk's $55 Billion Compensation Package
- Tesla is seeking shareholder approval for Elon Musk's compensation package, which was previously rejected by a judge.
- The company asserts that implementing the plan is crucial for Tesla's future growth.
- Elon Musk will be rewarded with stock options that become available when Tesla achieves specific financial objectives.
Gov. Newsom and California show why liberals can't be trusted with the economy: It was only a matter of time before California's economy reacted to failed tax ...
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/17/california-minimum-wage-gavin-newsom-economic-failure/73337780007/
Wall St Week Ahead Surging US energy shares reflect robust growth, inflation worries
reuters.com/markets/us/wall-st-week-ahead-surging-us-energy-shares-reflect-robust-growth-inflation-2024-04-12/
Walmart issues apology for Uvalde, Texas T-shirt amid social media backlash: Walmart apologizes for a “Where the heck is Uvalde, Texas” T-shirt sold in Texas ...
star-telegram.com/news/state/texas/article287768835.html
‘Victories would be nothing less than an earthquake’: can UAW win in the south?: United Auto Workers faces first real test in campaign to unionize 13 automakers ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/17/uaw-union-drive-south-volkswagen-tennessee
17-year-old brought revolver to Dallas high school where he shot student in leg: Jakerian Rhodeswing brought a revolver to Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas ...
star-telegram.com/news/local/dallas/article287747485.html
Is Texas About to Turn Latinos Into Single-Issue Voters?: Its new immigration law resembles other “show me your papers” measures that cost the GOP Latino voters.
theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/04/texas-immigration-law-latino-voters/678063/
Elon Musk's lawyer faces possible sanctions over deposition behavior: A lawyer who faced off against Alex Spiro, Elon Musk's personal attorney ...
businessinsider.com/elon-musk-lawyer-alex-spiro-faces-possible-sanctions-deposition-2024-4
Quick Glance: Spiro Faces Sanctions Bid in Texas Defamation Fight
- Benjamin Brody seeks sanctions against Elon Musk's lawyer Alex Spiro for alleged unauthorized legal practice in a defamation lawsuit.
- Spiro represented Musk in a hearing despite not being licensed in Texas and lacking court permission.
- Brody claims Musk made false statements about him on social media, leading to a lawsuit.
- Spiro's behavior during a hearing was described as highly unprofessional, prompting demands for legal fees and sanctions.
Inflation remains raised largely due to high gas and rents: The March figures, the third straight month of inflation readings well above the Fed's 2 percent ...
pbs.org/newshour/economy/inflation-remains-raised-largely-due-to-high-gas-and-rents
Arizona Supreme Court upholds law from 1864 effectively banning abortion: Arizona will soon be the latest state with a near-total abortion ban after the state ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/arizona-supreme-court-upholds-law-from-1864-effectively-banning-abortion
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
Houston ranked among top Texas cities for remote working: Officials warn jobseekers to look out for scams that target people searching for remote work.
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/2024-texas-ranked-work-from-home-19399947.php
Rangers, Mavs broadcaster Diamond Sports readies for vote on bankruptcy plan: Diamond Sports Group will hold a creditor vote on a bankruptcy-exit plan backed by ...
dallasnews.com/business/2024/04/17/rangers-mavs-broadcaster-diamond-sports-readies-for-vote-on-bankruptcy-plan/
For a glimpse at Japan’s future, look at its convenience stores: The country’s 7-Eleven shops show the importance of immigration
economist.com/asia/2024/04/04/for-a-glimpse-at-japans-future-look-at-its-convenience-stores
Fed’s Lorie Logan Says Too Soon to Think About Interest-Rate Cuts: Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas President Lorie Logan said it’s too soon to consider cutting ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-05/fed-s-logan-says-much-too-soon-to-think-about-cutting-rates
Bee population in America: hope for a "bee-vival": Drought, virus infestation, lack of food - bees in the USA have suffered in recent years ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/tiere/klimawandel-haben-sich-bienen-in-den-usa-erholt-19644184.html
Ted Cruz suddenly doesn't want to talk about his podcast: The Texas senator's usually keen to hype up his podcast or talk about campaign finance ...
businessinsider.com/ted-cruz-iheartmedia-super-pac-verdict-podcast-violation-2024-4
2024 Solar Eclipse: Live Updates: A total solar eclipse crosses over Mexico, Texas, Vermont, Massachusetts and 13 other U.S. states today.
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Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Election Officials School Musk for Boosting ‘Clearly Incorrect’ Voter Registration ID Claims
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/elon-musk-officials-schooled-voter-registration-1234998834/
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- UN watchdog condemns Zaporizhzhia drone attack
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States' inflation varies, in part due to domestic migration - UPI.com: While the nation's inflation rate rose to 3.5% in March, some states are seeing ...
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/04/17/domestic-migration-inflation/8701712947063/
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
See Madonna Honor Pulse Nightclub Victims at Miami Concert: Madonna remembered the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting Tuesday at the singer’s concert ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/madonna-pulse-nightclub-victims-tribute-miami-concert-1235001881/
Rice University receives 'D' on ADL's antisemitism report card: Speech issues remain contentious at Rice and campuses across the country as the Israel-Hamas war ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/education/article/rice-university-report-card-adl-antisemitism-19397873.php
'Upside' inflation risks keep Fed officials wary of turn to rate cuts: Another two Federal Reserve officials on Friday added their voices to the wave of U.S ...
reuters.com/markets/us/upside-inflation-risks-keep-fed-officials-wary-turn-rate-cuts-2024-04-05/
Is the Fed going to cut interest rates? What was once a question of 'when' is now less certain
pbs.org/newshour/economy/is-the-fed-going-to-cut-interest-rates-what-was-once-a-question-of-when-is-now-less-certain
Quick Glance: Fed Rates: US Economy Strong, Rate Cuts Uncertain
- Following the Federal Reserve's decision to halt rate hikes, debates arise on the necessity of rate cuts.
- Strong economic performance and unexpected growth may challenge the Fed's planned rate reductions.
- Experts are divided on whether the US economy actually requires rate cuts as employment figures and production increase.
- High inflation and economic uncertainty spark discussions on the need for rate cuts.
Walmart faces backlash online for selling Uvalde shirt: Walmart is facing backlash for reportedly selling a shirt with the phrase, "Where the heck is Uvalde ...
expressnews.com/news/article/walmart-faces-backlash-online-selling-uvalde-shirt-19390410.php
EPA awards $20 billion in green bank grants for clean energy projects nationwide: Vice President Kamala Harris and other top officials traveled to North Carolina ...
apnews.com/article/epa-billions-clean-green-energy-community-grants-8f6c76cb41783a5e838ac4f7f7cce086
Ted Cruz Is Getting Nervous He’s Going to Lose His Senate Seat: Ted Cruz is facing ethics questions regarding his relationship with iHeartMedia amidst a tight ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/ted-cruz-nervous-lose-senate-seat-iheartmedia-1234998992/
Quick Glance: Ted Cruz's Worries Over Senate Seat
- Ted Cruz, the Texas senator, is under pressure due to his questionable podcast deal with iHeartMedia, amidst his increasingly desperate fundraising efforts.
- Cruz is being outpaced by his opponent Colin Allred in fundraising by three times, which might explain his fundraising concerns for reelection.
- The payments from iHeartMedia to a Cruz-affiliated Super PAC raise questions of potential unlawful contributions, as federal officials are prohibited from soliciting over $5,000 to PACs.
- Cruz is struggling to retain his Senate seat as Texas, once a reliable red state, is swiftly turning into a purple battleground, causing concern within the Republican Party.
UT-Austin lays off dozens who worked in DEI roles, citing new state law: A conservative state senator had warned schools days earlier to comply with the state’s ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/03/ut-austin-dei-layoffs-sb17/
Chuck E. Cheese partners with deaf children’s society. Brand seeks to enhance inclusivity and accessibility at play centers www.nrn.com/operations/chuck-e-cheese-partners-deaf-children-s-society
Texas lawmakers allege 'violations of state law” in Houston ISD: Houston-area Democratic state legislators are requesting a formal state committee hearing to ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/education/article/hisd-state-law-violations-hearing-19391929.php
'Migrant influencer' whines that he's a victim of 'persecution' in jailhouse interview
nypost.com/2024/04/07/us-news/migrant-influencer-leonel-moreno-whines-that-hes-a-victim-of-persecution-in-jailhouse-interview/
99 Cents Only Stores is winding down its business operations: 99 Cents Only Stores — a discount chain in California, Texas, Arizona and Nevada — is winding down ...
cnn.com/2024/04/04/business/99-cents-only-ending-business-operations/
Quick Glance: 99 Cents Only to Close All 371 Stores and Cease Longstanding Business
- After more than four decades, 99 Cents Only will close all 371 of its stores and cease its business operations.
- The decision was made due to various challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, shifting consumer demand, inflationary pressures, and increasing levels of shrinkage.
- The closure of 99 Cents Only reflects a broader weakness in the dollar-store category, with other major retailers also announcing store closures.
- Established in 1982 in Los Angeles, 99 Cents Only was a trailblazer in single-price retail and faced pressure from rising wages and competition from larger chains.
Animal rights activists fined total of £60,000 after protest at Towcester Racecourse during Greyhound Derby
northamptonchron.co.uk/news/crime/animal-rights-activists-fined-total-of-ps60000-after-protest-at-towcester-racecourse-during-greyhound-derby-4593621
Greyhounds Jack and Jill up for adoption in Norfolk: Two Irish greyhounds have been returned to Norfolk Greyhound Rescue after their owner could no longer care ...
edp24.co.uk/news/24255154.greyhounds-jack-jill-adoption-norfolk/
UT Dallas lays off 20 staffers, closes office to comply with DEI ban: About a week after UT Austin laid off around 60 employees who used to work under DEI ...
dallasnews.com/news/education/2024/04/09/ut-dallas-lays-off-staff-closes-office-to-comply-with-dei-ban/
MIT tool shows climate change could cost Texans a month and a half of outdoor time by 2080
techcrunch.com/2024/03/30/mit-outdoor-days/
World Economy Latest: ECB Holds Steady But Signals Rate Cuts Coming Soon: The European Central Bank held the line on interest rates but officials leaned even ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-13/world-economy-latest-ecb-holds-steady-but-signals-rate-cuts-coming-soon
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UT lays off dozens of staffers to comply with Texas’ DEI ban, advocacy groups say
dallasnews.com/news/education/2024/04/02/ut-lays-off-dozens-of-staffers-to-comply-with-texas-dei-ban-advocacy-groups-say/
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'One student injured in Dallas high school shooting': A shooting broke out at Wilmer Hutchins High School in Dallas, Texas, on Friday morning.
metro.co.uk/2024/04/12/dallas-high-school-shooting-student-injured-20639019/
Crenshaw moves to block EPA crackdown on hazardous materials: The rules follow on from reforms begun reforms a decade ago following the explosion of a fertilizer ...
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Texans NFL draft party: Free event for fans will be for second round: Even without a first-round pick in the NFL draft, the Texans still will have a party for ...
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Just 57 companies linked to 80% of greenhouse gas emissions since 2016: Analysis reveals many big producers increased output of fossil fuels and related ...
theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/04/just-57-companies-linked-to-80-of-greenhouse-gas-emissions-since-2016
When will Fed cut rates? As US economy flexes its muscles, maybe later or not at all
postandcourier.com/when-will-fed-cut-rates-as-us-economy-flexes-its-muscles-maybe-later-or-not/article_51f5dc5e-f6b4-11ee-8566-df6fb2d7ad9f.html
Fort Bend Rep. Troy Nehls says ethics probe tied to campaign finances: After the House Ethics Committee acknowledged an investigation, the Fort Bend County ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/fort-bend-troy-nehls-ethics-19379458.php
Only one Texas public school has hired a chaplain: Newman International Academy, a public charter school in Arlington, brought on the chaplain at the beginning ...
expressnews.com/politics/article/texas-public-school-chaplains-19387678.php
Judge sanctions Bandera solar farm developer for not ceasing work: A judge sanctioned Pine Gate Renewables for not ceasing work on its proposed solar farm in ...
expressnews.com/business/real-estate/article/bandera-solar-farm-pine-gate-judge-sanctions-19393574.php
Hyper Light Breaker publisher has new name after Gearbox shake-up: The video game publisher formerly known as both Perfect World Entertainment and Gearbox ...
digitaltrends.com/gaming/saga-emerald-beyond-demos/
Driver charged with intoxication manslaughter in Johnson County crash that killed 6
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