My dear friend Tyler died in April. The loss was sudden and unexpected, but I’m grateful to know that he felt no pain when it happened.I was at work when my husband called me in shock. I ran the mile home in my heels, finally taking my shoes off when I reached the grass field of Porter Park.Tyler was our neighbor. We were part of a friend group that slowly migrated to live next to each other, with apartments on each side of a fence. Our complex put up a “Do Not Hop the Fence” sign in our honor. My…
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Trump Media & Technology Group stock (DJT) was briefly halted for volatility in late afternoon trading on Tuesday as investors brace for more wild swings with Election Day underway in the US. Shares quickly erased 15% gains and reversed Monday’s double-digit percentage rise to kick off the week. The stock somewhat recovered heading into the close, rising about 5%. Shares suffered their largest percentage decline last week and closed down around 20% to end the five-day period on Friday, which shaved off around $4 billion from the company’s market cap. The stock has still more than doubled from its September…
One of the rarest and most iconic automobiles ever produced, the 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, recently commanded a staggering $9,335,000 at a RM Sotheby’s auction. This particular Gullwing, chassis number 198.043.5500872, is one of only 29 ever built with an aluminum body, making it an extremely desirable collector’s item. Originally owned by legendary Ferrari importer and Le Mans champion Luigi Chinetti, the car remained in his possession for 20 years before being sold to Rudi Klein. Since then, it has remained largely untouched, preserving its original interior, matching-numbers engine, transmission, and steering box. Rare 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing…
TORONTO, Canada, Nov. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX: CGI) (LSE: CGI) reports on an unaudited basis that its net asset value per share (NAV) at October 31, 2024 was $66.42 resulting in year-to-date and 12-month NAV returns, with dividends reinvested, of 20.9% and 33.5%, respectively. These compare with the 18.2% and 32.1% returns of the benchmark Index on a total return basis for the same periods. The Company employs a leveraging strategy, by way of bank borrowing, with the intent to enhance returns to common shareholders. As at October 31, 2024, the leverage represented…
FILE – Coast Range fog settles on the Elliott State Forest near Coos Bay. The Oregon State Land Board recently approved a plan to enroll the forest in the voluntary carbon credit market.Jes Burns, OPB/EarthFixYour browser does not support the audio element.The Oregon State Land Board recently approved a plan to enroll the Elliott State Forest in the voluntary carbon credit market. The forest spans more than 80,000 acres in southwestern Oregon near Coos Bay. Oregon is the second state behind Michigan to dedicate an entire state forest to storing harmful carbon emissions and selling the credits. State officials say…
The custom Yamaha V-Max, a product of Motocrew and the vision of a formidable client, is a testament to the fusion of power and precision. The bike, originally a 1998 model, underwent a comprehensive transformation to cater to the needs of its owner, a dedicated serviceman and MMA fighter. To enhance the handling, the stock forks were replaced with inverted units from a Yamaha FZR1000, secured by custom-made triple clamps. The front end was further upgraded with a three-spoke wheel and high-performance brake calipers, also sourced from the FZR1000. The rear suspension received an overhaul with premium YSS shock absorbers,…
Making the right gold investing moves now could lead to bigger payoffs in the future. Getty Images/iStockphoto Gold has proven itself as one of the most resilient assets of the year, displaying remarkable growth so far in 2024. Starting the year at $2,063 per ounce, the price of gold is now sitting over $2,748 per ounce, slightly below its recent record high. As a result, investors who bought gold earlier this year — or even just a few months ago — have already reaped notable returns, a big benefit of this exceptional price trajectory. Historically, though, gold’s value tends to increase more…
This combination of pictures created on October 25, 2024 shows US Vice-President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris in Houston, Texas on October 25, 2024 and former US President Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in East Del Valle, Austin, Texas on October 25, 2024. Getty ImagesAs millions of Americans cast ballots on election day, advisors are bracing for major tax changes that could be on the horizon. Enacted by former President Donald Trump, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, or TCJA, brought sweeping changes for individuals, including lower tax brackets, higher standard deductions, a more generous child tax credit and…
Faced with a tight budget and an undeniably dated 1994 BMW F650, Renato Frateschi of Frateschi Garage in Sao Paulo, Brazil, knew he had his work cut out for him. The client desired a scrambler style transformation, but the limited funds of $4,500, half of which had already been spent acquiring the well-maintained Beemer with 40,000 kilometers, presented a significant challenge. Frateschi Garage Transforms Classic BMW F650 into Custom ScramblerFrateschi Garage Transforms Classic BMW F650 into Custom Scrambler (Gustavo Epifanio) However, the solid foundation of the bike offered a glimmer of hope. Meticulous planning would be crucial before the metamorphosis…
Image source: Getty Images It has been a very tough year for Burberry (LSE:BRBY). The FTSE 250 company is down 51% over the past year. It recently hit its lowest level in well over a decade. Yet numerous media outlets have been reporting the potential of the company getting bought out. This has caused a short-term spike in the stock. Here’s what I think happens next. What we know so far Let’s first run over what we know so far. Several reports have surfaced in recent days that Bernard Arnault, the head of the powerful LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton…