Thursday, November 7

Business

From the Super Bowl to Social Justice: How Celebrities Like Travis Kelce and Kim Kardashian Have Made Their Mark at the White House
Business

From the Super Bowl to Social Justice: How Celebrities Like Travis Kelce and Kim Kardashian Have Made Their Mark at the White House

Throughout the years, celebrities from various fields—entertainment, sports, music, and beyond—have had the unique opportunity to meet sitting U.S. presidents, creating memorable encounters that highlight the intersections between fame and political influence. As the 2024 presidential election unfolds, with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump vying for the Oval Office, let’s revisit some of the remarkable times stars like Travis Kelce, Kim Kardashian, and Brad Pitt met presidents, creating moments that bridge the gap between Hollywood and the White House.In June 2024, fresh off their Super Bowl win, Kansas City Chiefs players, including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, celebrated their victory with a trip to the White House. During the visit, President Joe Biden even invited Kelce to say a...
Russian Court Hits Google with Record-Breaking $20 Decillion Fine
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Russian Court Hits Google with Record-Breaking $20 Decillion Fine

Russian Court Hits Google with Record-Breaking $20 Decillion Fine Over YouTube Bans—A Symbolic Move with Global Ripples A Russian court has ordered Google to pay a staggering fine—so immense that even the Kremlin acknowledged to NBC News on Thursday that it is largely symbolic and not a sum expected to impact Russia's financial resources soon. The penalty, approximately 20 decillion dollars (or 20 followed by 33 zeros) or two undecillion rubles, reflects claims by 17 Russian television channels and other media outlets, which had their content blocked on YouTube, the video-sharing platform owned by Google. These blocked channels are associated with supporters of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s administration and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as reported by Russian outlet RBC. In pra...