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M.I.A. sues Kid Cudi after being dropped from tour, says she was fired for ‘publicity’ amid poor ticket sales

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British rapper M.I.A. filed a multi-million-dollar lawsuit last week against Kid Cudi, accusing him of dropping her from his tour “to generate publicity” for shows that’ve “struggled with ticket sales.” Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Kid Cudi, whose legal name is Scott Mescudi, announced after … Read more

As China tensions loom, US temporarily pauses Taiwan weapons sales due to Iran war, acting Navy secretary says

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The United States has temporarily paused weapons sales to Taiwan in order to ensure readiness for a potential escalation in Iran, acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao testified to the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee on Tuesday. “I have not heard, I have not spoken to the Taiwanese. However, … Read more

For What It’s Worth: Memorial Day sales are only worth shopping if you know exactly what not to buy

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For What It’s Worth is a live podcast about the stuff we use, the trends we question and the products we can’t stop talking about. Stream new episodes bi-weekly on YouTube, hosted by NBC Select editorial director Lauren Swanson and NBC Select reporter Zoe Malin. Shop our product picks below and on Amazon. You’re only … Read more

‘Wait to buy tech’ and 6+ other tips to help you save during Memorial Day sales

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Over 50 percent of shoppers plan to participate in Memorial Day sales this year, but they’re expected to spend way less than usual, according to a recent survey from RetailMeNot. You might be one of them: You’re looking for deals on a couple of wish list items, but between rising gas and grocery prices, your … Read more

Memorial Day sales have already begun — these are the best deals we’ve found, up to 70% off

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Memorial Day 2026 is still about a week away, but brands are already rolling out deals on staples and best sellers. The holiday is typically a good time to grab new appliances, mattresses, bedding and gardening tools, according to experts we’ve previously spoken to about it. We’re already seeing deals in these categories and more, … Read more

How AI Lead Scoring Improves Sales Qualified Leads

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In modern marketing, prioritizing the right prospects determines how brands achieve sustainable growth. AI lead scoring transforms this process by empowering teams to focus time and resources on leads most likely to convert. This technology combines data science and machine learning in marketing, making decisions that once relied on guesswork now grounded in proven predictive … Read more

“Ozempic breath” is boosting Hershey’s sales of mints and gum

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Candy giant Hershey is getting a sales boost from an unexpected consumer segment: users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. Hershey CEO Kirk Tanner said in the company’s first-quarter earnings call on Thursday that while appetite suppressants are leading customers to consume smaller portions of popular snacks, the drugs are also boosting demand for breath fresheners.  The company … Read more

Amazon reports increased 1Q profits and net sales fueled by cloud computing demand

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New York — Amazon on Wednesday reported strong increases in profits and net sales during its fiscal first quarter, helped by surging growth in its prominent cloud computing unit. The e-commerce and technology company said that sales in its cloud computing unit were up 28% in the January-March period, the fastest increase in 15 quarters. … Read more