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The New York City shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Wednesday is believed to be a preplanned and premeditated, police said Wednesday hours after the attack. What Happened: Thompson, who was CEO of UnitedHealth Group Inc (NYSE:UNH)’s insurance division UnitedHealthcare, was...

Rapper Jay-Z has shown love for leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in the past and even used the crypto to help set up non-profits and community projects like The Bitcoin Academy, which was launched in June 2022 with Jack Dorsey. What Happened: Jay-Z and Dorsey announced on June 9, 2022...

Donald Trump‘s 2024 presidential election win put several sectors in the spotlight, including alcohol stocks. What Happened: Some people watched the outcome of election night on television from their home. Others likely scrolled along with social media on their phone. Some attended watch...

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp (NASDAQ:DJT) experienced a notable surge in its stock price, rising by 10.24% during pre-market trading on Tuesday. This uptick follows a campaign rally by Donald Trump in New York City. The stock had previously closed 21.59% higher at $47.36 on Monday, as...

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, popularly known as Kill Tony, is facing severe criticism for his derogatory comments about Puerto Rico and Latinos made at a recent Trump rally. What Happened: Hinchcliffe’s contentious remarks were made during his performance at a rally for former President Trump...

Cannabis legalization in the U.S. has been marked by numerous challenges, creating both headaches and opportunities for businesses, consumers and regulators. While policies are normally well-intentioned, their implementation often leads to significant unexpected consequences. That’s because,...

Boxer Floyd Mayweather isn't just collecting championship belts anymore — now he's after buildings. What Happened: According to The Real Deal, the undefeated champ — known for the moniker “Money” — is set to drop a cool $402 million for a 1,000-unit affordable housing portfolio, spread...

New York’s legal cannabis market is rapidly gaining momentum, with state officials predicting it could reach $1 billion in sales in its second full year of adult-use cannabis sales. According to Debra Brochard, for Green Market Report, John Kagia, director of policy for the New York Office of...

The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has introduced the Legal Online Cannabis Activities Locator (LOCAL), a new mapping tool aimed at simplifying the cannabis licensing process across the state. By leveraging data from the Cannabis Licensing System (CLS), LOCAL makes it easier for...

A group of Minecraft players spent the last four years constructing an astonishing one-to-one scale replica of New York City. Reddit user d3_cent (via IGN) showcased the project. It captures iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Battery Park, offering a digital homage to one of the world...

New York's chief equity officer at the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), Damian Fagon, resigned from his post, effective Nov. 27, despite being cleared of retaliation allegations. According to GreenMarketReport, This decision follows months of controversy, beginning with his administrative leave...

New York City is intensifying its efforts to curb illegal cannabis sales as a City Council committee meets today, Sept. 17, to assess the impact of Mayor Eric Adams‘ “Operation Padlock to Protect.” Launched in May of 2024, the initiative grants law enforcement the authority to...

Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) expressed his admiration for journalist Evan Gershkovich, who recently returned to the U.S. after a wrongful detention in Russia. What Happened: On Tuesday, Schumer posted about his meeting with Gershkovich on X, praising the journalist’s resilience during his...

Donald Trump appeared on the Lex Fridman Podcast in an extended interview released on Tuesday. Marijuana was among the various political topics discussed. Fridman asked the former president and GOP presidential candidate to talk more about his surprising Saturday announcement that he's...

The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has introduced a new initiative to ensure that cannabis cultivation in the state aligns with its environmental sustainability goals. Beginning in September, the OCM will launch PowerScore, a free online tool designed to help cannabis...