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providence equity partners

Strickland Fires Bud Light Over Poirier Exit

July 9, 2026

The UFC champion, Sean Strickland, has taken aim at the beer brand Bud Light after reports that it may have dropped fighter Dustin Poirier from its sponsorship lineup. Strickland posted a video holding a Bud Light bottle, saying he had talked to Poirier and that the brand’s decision hurt him. He cri

technology

Samsung Sets New AI Chip Pace with 4nm “Gaia” Design

July 9, 2026

Samsung’s recent strides in memory technology have given the company a fresh push into AI. The firm is now building an AI‑accelerating chip called “Gaia” using a 4nm process. This new piece of tech aims to challenge heavyweights like Qualcomm and NVIDIA in the PC market. Prototypes of Gaia have alr

technology

Micron Boosts US Chip Supply with $3B Investment

July 9, 2026

Micron has announced a plan to spend up to $3 billion on strengthening the U. S. chip supply chain. The move is already showing in the market, with shares rising over 6% before trading opens. A key part of the plan is a $500 million loan to GlobalWafers. This money will help build a new 300‑mm raw

sports

Lenovo’s Tech Boosts the World Cup Experience

July 9, 2026

Lenovo, the official tech partner of FIFA, is using AI to change how fans and players see the game. In a tense 2026 match, Colombia’s Davinson Sánchez thought he had scored. A referee ruled him off‑side after a 3D avatar showed the exact position of his boot. The moment was replayed on screens, l

politics

Cheap Gas, Big Names: A Look at the New “Freedom Fuel” Deal

July 9, 2026

In Philadelphia and nearby towns, people are filling up at stations that call themselves “Freedom Fuel. ” The price tag—$3. 47 a gallon—has people talking, even though other pumps are selling for just a few cents less. The stations claim to be part of a new effort that some say is backed by the form

finance

Owning a Sports Team: A Love‑Letter or a Smart Bet?

July 9, 2026

A recent deal saw a billionaire buy a stake in a soccer club for about $700 million, sparking debate over whether sports ownership is a better investment than the stock market. The owner, who also holds part of a Major League Baseball team and has poured hundreds of millions into soccer, admits t

entertainment

Dark Winds Season 4 Arrives on Netflix: A New Chapter in a Perfect‑Rated Thriller

July 8, 2026

Dark Winds, the crime drama that keeps getting better, finally shows up on Netflix after a five‑month wait. The show is known for its flawless 100 % rating on Rotten Tomatoes, a rare feat for any series. Fans who loved the first three seasons are now ready to binge the new season, which has eight ep

entertainment

Weekend Fun on Staten Island: Movies, Hikes and More

July 8, 2026

Staten Island is buzzing this weekend with a mix of free events that keep families and friends entertained. Start your Friday night at Historic Richmond Town where a relaxed outdoor gathering runs every week through August, offering food and live entertainment without any cost. On the same day, a bi

technology

RDAbbott Shines at Akron LSR 2026 with Demo Day and Open House

July 8, 2026

RDAbbott will play a key role at the upcoming LSR 2026 conference in Akron, Ohio, from September 14 to 17. The event, organized by Executive Conference Management and backed by RDAbbott and BOY Machines, will cover the entire journey of liquid silicone rubber production, from design to finished part

education

New Funding Boosts Alabama State University’s Teaching and Research

July 8, 2026

Alabama State University is set to grow its education program thanks to a fresh $1. 2 million investment. The money comes from the university’s own Foundation and a national group that works with historically Black colleges, aiming to improve open conversation and democratic skills across campuses.