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Minnesota's Orpheum Theatre Wins Big at National Awards

October 31, 2024

The Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis has just snagged a major award. It was named Theater of the Year by the International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) at their recent ceremony in Nashville. This historic theater is one of many managed by Hennepin Arts. The group's President and CEO, Todd D

sports

Tony Stewart's 2011 Championship: A Team Effort and a Gamble

October 30, 2024

Tony Stewart, co-owner of Stewart Haas Racing, is saying goodbye to NASCAR Cup Series racing by the end of 2024. Among his many achievements, his third Cup Series title in 2011 stands out. This wasn't an easy win. Stewart's car had issues, like a loose grille, forcing him to pit during green flag ru

celebrities

Olivia Munn's Inspiring Evening: Green Gown, Cancer Awareness, and a Loving Husband

October 29, 2024

Olivia Munn made her red carpet appearance at InStyle’s Imagemaker Awards on a special note. For the first time since her recent battle with breast cancer, the actress showed off her mastectomy scars. She did so boldly, wearing a dark green slip dress with a low back, revealing her scars. This comes

politics

Bill Gates' Big Bet on Kamala Harris

October 29, 2024

Ever heard of Bill Gates? You know, the guy who co-founded Microsoft. Well, he just dropped a whopping $50 million to support Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. This isn't just any donation—it's going to a group called Future Forward USA Action, a nonprofit that doesn't have to rev

technology

Why Microsoft’s CEO Cut His Pay After Major Hacks

October 26, 2024

Microsoft’s CEO, Satya Nadella, took a significant step last year. He decided to reduce his pay despite the company’s fantastic financial performance. This bold move came after a series of serious cyberattacks hit Microsoft. It’s like he said, “Hey, I’m the boss, and it’s my responsibility to make s

business

Microsoft CEO’s Pay Soars Despite Requesting a Cut

October 26, 2024

Imagine this: Microsoft's boss, Satya Nadella, actually asked for a pay cut. But did it happen? Nope! His total compensation jumped by 63% to a whopping $79 million in fiscal 2024. Why the big increase? Well, his salary did drop by 50%, but other parts of his pay, like stock awards, skyrocketed. Thi

entertainment

SiriusXM's Future Beyond Howard Stern

October 24, 2024

SiriusXM is facing a significant change with the potential retirement of its longtime talk show host, Howard Stern. The company is actively expanding its podcast lineup to ensure a smooth transition. They've acquired popular podcasts like SmartLess and Call Her Daddy, which cost over $100 million ea

technology

AI and Movies: A New Era of Storytelling

October 24, 2024

NVIDIA's Jensen Huang had a clear vision: AI is changing the way movies are made. He talked about this at the 76th Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Awards. He said, “Computing’s changed. AI is now a big part of it. It'll change how we tell stories. ” He compared it to when Pixar’s ‘Toy Story’

entertainment

Laraine Newman's Milestones: Celebrating Anniversaries and Awards

October 23, 2024

Laraine Newman, a comedy legend, is marking some big moments this year. She's part of the 50th anniversary of both The Groundlings comedy troupe and Saturday Night Live (SNL). She's also set to host the Sentinel Awards, which honor TV shows that tackle health and social issues. Newman was one of SNL

health

Finding a Supportive Hand for Norwood Hospital

October 23, 2024

There’s a hitch in Norwood Hospital's story. Steward Health Care, after selling six functional hospitals, left Norwood, a suburb closed since 2020, in a tricky spot. Now, it needs a reliable, local, nonprofit hospital operator to take the reins and someone with funds to make that happen. While the f