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Stormy Daniels denies extorting Donald Trump, TikTok sues the U.S. government and the NBA fines Nuggets’ Jamal Murray
Get caught up on this morning’s news: Stormy Daniels’s testimony, TikTok sues the U.S. government and more in today’s edition of The Yodel newsletter
4 min read - BusinessYahoo Personal Finance
Mortgage rates today, May 8, 2024: Rates could dip soon
These are today's mortgage rates. Rates have been up for weeks, but recent economic data could cause them to fall. Lock in your rate today.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Stock market today: US futures slip amid earnings rush, Fed teeters
While techs have mainly delivered on high earnings expectations, the focus is now on whether other sectors can match up.
1 min read - PoliticsYahoo News
Trump trial updates: Stormy Daniels describes alleged sexual encounter with Trump — and faces testy cross-examination
Adult film actress Stormy Daniels recounted the details of her alleged extramarital affair with former President Donald Trump during Tuesday’s testimony in the hush money trial.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Personal Finance
CD rates today, May 8, 2024 (up to 5.15% APY)
Looking for the best CD rates available today? Here’s a look at where to find the highest rates and whether now is a good time to invest in a CD.
4 min read - USKGET Bakersfield
Bakersfield woman who tried to turn in found marijuana was turned away by police
The woman took the cannabis to police because she thought she was doing the right thing. The problem was all in the timing.
2 min read - BusinessYahoo Personal Finance
Savings interest rates today, May 8, 2024 (up to 5.25% APY)
Looking for the best savinsg interest rates available today? Here’s a look at where to find the highest rates and whether now is a good time to open a savings account.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Indianapolis Star bars columnist Gregg Doyel from covering Caitlin Clark, Fever after inappropriate exchange
Doyel is also reportedly suspended for two weeks without pay.
3 min read - WorldINSIDER
A Ukrainian tank crew says the Abrams is still being used on the front lines, but isn't finding 'tank-on-tank' battles where it has the edge
The new video from Army TV, run by the Ukrainian Defense Minsitry, praised the US-made Abrams and said it's still being used on the front lines.
3 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
27 last-minute Mother's Day gifts to shop now
It's not too late! Score free, fast shipping on these last-minute gifts for Mom.
2 min read - WorldEngadget
US revokes Intel and Qualcomm's licenses for chip sales to Huawei
The US has stopped Intel and Qualcomm from selling and sending chips to Chinese-based Huawei Technologies.
1 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Jessica Biel bathed in 20 pounds of Epsom salt ahead of the Met Gala. Why?
Here's what Epsom salt baths do, and why there's some controversy surrounding them.
4 min read - USAdvnture
As Yellowstone reopens for the summer season, one hiker demonstrates what not to do around the park's bison
Rangers issue warnings every year, and every year someone chooses to ignore them
2 min read - CelebrityBuzzFeed
Women Are Sharing Surprising (And Some Hilarious) Things They Found In A Guy's Bedroom After Going Home With Him
"Omg! My clothes couldn’t come off fast enough."
7 min read - TechnologyEngadget
Everything announced at Apple's Let Loose iPad event
Apple's Let Loose event is in the books and, as expected, it was largely about new iPads. Here's everything that Apple announced, including the M4-powered iPad Pro with an OLED display.
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Motional delays commercial robotaxi plans amid restructuring
Motional, the autonomous vehicle startup borne out of a $4 billion joint venture between Hyundai and automotive supplier Aptiv, will pause its commercial operations and delay plans to launch a driverless taxi service as it undergoes a restructuring, TechCrunch has learned. The aim is make progress on the core technology and the business model, while preserving capital, according to sources familiar with the changes.
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Hands-on with the new iPad Pro M4: Absurdly thin and light, but the screen steals the show
The new iPad Pro is shockingly slim and light, especially when you consider how powerful it is with the new M4 chip.
3 min read - BusinessEngadget
The best iPad for 2024: How to pick the best Apple tablet for you
Finding the right iPad for you can be complicated. Here, we lay out the differences between each model and dive into everything you need to know before buying a new Apple tablet.
4 min read - News
Apple’s Final Cut Camera lets filmmakers connect four cameras at once
The latest version of Final Cut Pro introduces a new feature to speed up your shoot: Live Multicam. It’s a bold move from Apple, transforming your iPad into a multicam production studio, enabling creatives to connect and preview up to four cameras all at once, al in one place. From the command post, directors can remotely direct each video angle and dial in exposure, white balance, focus, and more, all within the Final Cut Camera app.
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Apple unveils the new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air with M2 chip
Apple is refreshing its iPad lineup today. And this launch is a bit overdue as the previous iPad Air was announced more than two years ago. The most important addition to the new iPad Air is that it now comes in two sizes. Customers can choose between an 11-inch display and a 13-inch display.
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Here’s everything Apple just announced at its Let Loose event, including new iPad Pro with M4 chip, iPad Air, Apple Pencil and more
Today is Apple iPad Event day, and we’re ready to bring you all the iPad goodness you can stand, including if some of the rumors are true of what’s coming, like a new iPad Pro, iPad Air, Apple Pencil and a keyboard case. Don’t have time to watch? That’s ok — we’ve summed up the most important parts of the event below.
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Apple finally places front camera on iPad on the landscape edge — like it should be
Apple announced new iPads — two iPad Air models and the iPad Pro with M4 processor — at its “Let Loose” event on Tuesday. However, one of the important updates for people who take a lot of video calls was Apple shifting the camera to the landscape edge.
- TechnologyEngadget
Apple's thinner new iPad Pros feature the M4 chip and "tandem" OLED displays
Apple's new iPad Pro models are its most laptop-like tablets yet.
3 min read - BusinessEngadget
The new iPad Air comes in two sizes, including a 13-inch model
During today's Apple event, the company had some iPad Air announcements to make. Not only is it bringing the M2 chip to the tablet, Apple introduced a larger-screen model with a 13-inch display.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
The 23 best gifts for your mother-in-law in 2024
Win her over with these thoughtful picks from Sephora, Uncommon Goods, Amazon and Walmart.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
23 best Mother's Day gift ideas for first-time moms
Spoil her with these mom-approved picks from Barefoot Dreams, Calpak and Ember.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
The 24 best Mother's Day gifts for every budget in 2024
Find the perfect Mother's Day gift idea under $25, under $50, under $100 or under $200.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
The 34 best gift ideas for women, to treat her like the queen she is
Want a unique present for your wife, mom or bestie? She'll love these finds from Lululemon, Sephora, Anthropologie and beyond.
1 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
The best face wash for oily skin to leave you looking fresh and clean instead of like a grease magnet
Add to cart, immediately: Cerave, PCA Skin, Bioré, Glow Recipe and more oily skin cleansers to kick sebum and dirt to the curb.
4 min read - LifestyleMoneywise
Dave Ramsey says all Americans have ‘a shot’ at being millionaires — but people in 5 professions stand the best chance
Those who say it can’t be done … are “evil”
4 min read - StyleYahoo Life Shopping
The 12 best sandals for women in 2024
From comfy Clarks to iconic Birkenstocks to trendy Freedom Moses, these are the best sandals for women, according to experts.
5 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
12 best knives and knife sets in 2024, tested by top chefs
Including the best steak knives, paring knives, bread knives and knife sets for prepping, dining and gifting.
5 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
The 17 best wireless bras to shop for 2024, tested and reviewed by bra experts
From wire-free T-shirt bras to super-soft bralettes, our team of experts say these are the best wireless bras around.
6 min read - StyleYahoo Life Shopping
The best swimsuit brands for women over 50, according to style experts
Check out these confidence boosting swimsuits, packed with strategically placed ruching and underwire galore.
7 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life
The best grills for 2024, according to BBQ champions and grill masters
Weber, Char-Broil, Traeger and more: Get fired up with top-rated picks for every budget, space and cooking style.
4 min read - HealthYahoo Life Shopping
The 10 best online therapy services for 2024
May is Mental Health Awareness Month - Talk through your troubles without leaving the house with one of these trusted online therapy services including Thriveworks, Brightside and Circles.
10 min read - BusinessEngadget
Sony quickly backs down on Helldivers 2 PSN requirement for PC players
After creating a massive kerfuffle by forcing Helldivers 2 PC players to link their accounts to the PlayStation Network, Sony is backing down.
2 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
Former House Speaker Paul Ryan says he’s not voting for Trump : 'Character is too important'
Ryan says he would be writing in a Republican candidate instead of voting for Donald Trump.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Fantasy Football: 2024 team power rankings, 1.0
With NFL rosters pretty much set before training camp, Scott Pianowski reveals his first set of team fantasy power rankings for the 2024 season.
12 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NBA fines Nuggets G Jamal Murray $100K for tossing heat pack, towel on court vs. Timberwolves; no suspension
Murray tossed a heat pad onto the court during gameplay vs. the Timberwolves.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
What's wrong with the Denver Nuggets? | Devine Intervention
Dan Devine and Adam Mares discuss the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves after Monday night’s game 2.
1 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Ex-Ole Miss QB and Denver Broncos draft pick Chad Kelly suspended at least nine games by CFL
Kelly allegedly harassed a female strength and conditioning coach who sued him and the Toronto Argonauts in February.
4 min read - EntertainmentYahoo Movies
Danny DeVito says Chris Pine was 'engulfed' in directorial debut 'Poolman': 'He's tenacious'
DeVito also confirmed to Yahoo Entertainment that he and "Twins" co-star Arnold Schwarzenegger are teaming up again for an upcoming project.
4 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
These 3 stocks are poised to benefit from the massive energy transition
The energy transition will benefit companies providing electrical needs for surging demand. Analysts point to these three stocks as a Buy.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Cardinals lose C Willson Contreras after left arm fractured by J.D. Martinez's swing
The Cardinals' nightmare season continues.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
The Celtics are still waiting for a challenger to emerge in the East, but will there be one?
After another blowout win in the playoffs, Boston could have an easy path to the NBA Finals. But would that actually be a good thing?
5 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Retired WNBA legend Candace Parker named president of Adidas women’s basketball
Part of Parker's duties will be having a say in product development.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Knicks lose C Mitchell Robinson for 6-8 weeks with ankle injury
Robinson had surgery on the ankle in December and missed 50 regular-season games.
1 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Post-draft NFL fantasy power rankings: Offenses we love, like and want to stay away from
With free agency and the draft behind us, what 32 teams look like today will likely be what they look like Week 1 and beyond for the 2024 season. Matt Harmon and Scott Pianowski reveal the post-draft fantasy power rankings. The duo break down the rankings in six tiers: Elite offensive ecosystems, teams on the cusp of being complete mixed bag ecosystems, offensive ecosystems with something to prove, offenses that could go either way, and offenses that are best to stay away from in fantasy.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Mystic Makhachev? UFC lightweight champ envisions quick finish of Dustin Poirier at UFC 302
Makhachev thinks he has a pretty good idea how his fight with Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 is going to go.
5 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Fantasy Baseball Trade Analyzer: Buy into a pair of Astros sluggers
Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie offers up his top buy low/high and sell low-high candidates for Week 6.
4 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NBA playoffs: Celtics cruise to Game 1 win over Cavaliers behind big night from Jaylen Brown, Derrick White
Jayson Tatum struggled from the field. But for a Celtics team loaded with weapons, it didn't matter.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NASCAR: 2021 Daytona 500 champion Michael McDowell leaving Front Row Motorsports at end of 2024
McDowell has driven for the team since the start of the 2018 season.
3 min read - CelebrityYahoo Canada Style
The absolute best (and affordable!) sneakers for summer 2024, according to the rich and famous
Starting at less than $100, these are the shoes your favourite celebrities are wearing this summer.
1 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Thunder remind everyone why they're the No. 1 seed in convincing win over Mavs
The Thunder shot 16-of-35 from deep and recorded a franchise playoff-record 29 assists in Game 1 of their second-round series.
7 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
JPMorgan just gave itself an $8 billion boost
An exchange of shares in Visa provides JPMorgan an unrealized gain of $8 billion, giving the nation's largest bank a shot to once again out-earn rivals during the second quarter.
3 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
Trump wants to levy his new tariff regime 'quickly.' Here's how long it might take.
Donald Trump and his allies have made new tariffs a centerpiece of his potential second-term economic agenda. They are openly exploring legally untested options for making them a reality.
7 min read - CelebrityYahoo News
Who is Stormy Daniels? A look at one of the key witnesses in the Trump hush money trial
Adult film actress Stormy Daniels is a key witness in Donald Trump's Manhattan criminal hush money trial. Here's a closer look at who she is and her background.
3 min read - CelebrityYahoo Celebrity
Tom Brady roast aftermath: Gisele reportedly 'disappointed' at jokes, Jeff Ross says athlete 'abided' by 'anything goes' rules
As the dust settles from Tom Brady's Netflix roast, there's apparently one person upset about the content... and it's not the former NFL quarterback.
5 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NBA playoffs: Thunder roll past Mavericks in Game 1 as youth prevails again
Playoff inexperience hasn't been an issue for the Thunder in a 5-0 postseason start
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Stock market today: S&P 500 rises for 4th day, Disney sinks 9% after earnings
Results from Disney took center stage as the media giant posted the first profit for a key part of its streaming business.
1 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
The meme stock surge doesn't appear to be the ominous signal it has been
The recent meme stock moment might be thought of as an indication that exuberance has once again gone too far. But this time, a closer look at seven key meme stocks shows that it might be a perfectly good sign for the market.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Ex-MLB OF Monte Harrison set to play college football at Arkansas
Harrison signed to play college football at Nebraska in 2014 before he was drafted by the Brewers.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
LSU coach Brian Kelly: 'We're not in the market of buying players'
Kelly said LSU hasn't "fared very well" in its attempts to add transfer defensive linemen.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Stock buybacks hit highest level since 2018
Stock buybacks are soaring in another sign that companies are feeling better about the macroeconomic outlook.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Rivian reports mixed Q1 results but trims capex forecast and sees Q4 'gross profit'
Rivian reported mixed quarterly results for the first quarter, but will see further cost savings from shifting its upcoming R2 production to its Normal, Ill., plant and trimming its capital expenditure forecast.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
US chip manufacturing capacity projected to triple by 2032, fueled by CHIPS Act: Industry leader
US chip manufacturing capacity is projected to triple by 2032, according to a new report published by the Semiconductor Industry Association, signaling progress nearly two years after President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law.
4 min read - PoliticsUSA TODAY
Who is Allan Lichtman and how does he predict the presidential race with such accuracy?
Known as the presidential prognosticator, this American University professor has a strong record of predicting who might win the White House.
2 min read - CelebrityTheBlast
Donald Trump Trolled Over Alleged Nickname For Stormy Daniels: 'I Wonder If He Calls Melania That'
As former President Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial progresses, various witnesses have been called to take the stand.
4 min read - PoliticsFox News
Trump responds to judge who threatened to toss him in jail over gag order: 'Give me liberty or give me death'
Former President Donald Trump said unequivocally that his right to free speech, protected under the Constitution's First Amendment, was of the utmost importance to him.
3 min read - PoliticsHuffPost
Mary Trump Reveals Origin Of Uncle’s Alleged Pet Name For Stormy Daniels
"Can’t believe he called her this,” said Donald Trump's niece.
1 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Georgia Appeals Court Hands Trump Massive Win With Fani Willis Ruling
Donald Trump just won big with this decision in his Georgia 2020 election case.
2 min read - PoliticsHuffPost
CNN Reporter Says Trump Got ‘A Little Physical’ Prompting His Attorney In Court
Paula Reid said the former president was actively prodding his lawyer to object.
2 min read - PoliticsHuffPost
Irony Meters Explode Over Donald Trump Attorney Alina Habba's Latest Trial Spin
The former president's attorney talked about credibility, and you know what happened.
1 min read - PoliticsCNN
Judge said he won’t tolerate Trump’s cursing and headshaking during Daniels’ testimony, transcript shows
The judge in Donald Trump’s hush money trial called the former president’s defense attorney to the bench and ordered him to speak to his client about his “contemptuous” behavior during adult film actress Stormy Daniels’ testimony Tuesday, according to the trial transcript.
2 min read - WorldCNN
Super-aged Japan now has 9 million vacant homes. And that’s a problem
The number of vacant houses in Japan has surged to a record high of nine million – more than enough for each person in New York City – as the east Asian country continues to struggle with its ever-declining population.
5 min read - LifestyleBuzzFeed
"It's Going To Look Really Dated": People Are Sharing The Terrible Home Design Trends That Are Found In Many Newer Homes
"My next house will either be laid out by me or made in the '70s or '80s — back when they designed homes to be lived in."
8 min read - PoliticsThe Hill
Trump knocks gag order, saying ‘sleazeballs, lowlifes, and grifters’ can speak out
Former President Trump complained Wednesday about the gag order limiting him from attacking witnesses, jurors and court staff in his New York hush money case, calling it unfair that others could speak out while he could not. “It is a really bad feeling to have your Constitutional Right to Free Speech, such a big part…
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