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Sep 12 2024FOOD

Victoria's Hidden Gem: Cafe Malabar Named Among Canada's Best New Eateries

Imagine a cozy spot in the Victoria Public Market, where the vibrant flavours of Kerala, India, come alive on your plate. Cafe Malabar, a relatively new addition to the city's culinary scene, has been named among the Top 30 of Canada's best new restaurants by Air Canada enRoute. The list highlights

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Sep 12 2024SPORTS

The Shaq-Barkley Showdown: Who's Right About Caitlin Clark?

Imagine you're watching the WNBA and suddenly, you're transported to a world where NBA legends are debating about the right way to praise a star WNBA player. Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal recently got into a heated discussion about Caitlin Clark's impressive performance. But what's driving th

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Sep 11 2024FINANCE

Goldman Sachs' Consumer Banking Experiment Ends with a $400 Million Loss

Goldman Sachs is set to take a $400 million pre-tax hit in the third quarter due to the unwinding of its General Motors credit card platform and the sale of real estate loans. The bank is in talks to hand over its GM credit card business to Barclays, a deal that would see the transfer of roughly $2

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Will Niccol's Plan Brew Up a Turnaround for Starbucks?

In his first 100 days as CEO, Brian Niccol is dedicating himself to fixing Starbucks' slump. he's identified four key areas to focus on: improving the barista experience, morning service, cafes, and branding. He wants to invest in tech to speed up drink crafting and streamline supply chain logis

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Sep 11 2024LIFESTYLE

The Pizza Powerhouse: How Dave Portnoy Is Revolutionizing Local Pizzerias

Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, has become a household name in the pizza community. His annual One Bite Pizza Festival has become a celebration of small, local businesses, and his pizza reviews have given many pizzerias a boost in popularity. But what's behind Portnoy's passion for p

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Sep 11 2024LIFESTYLE

Can Inside the NBA Survive the Shifting Landscape of Sports TV?

The clock is ticking for Inside the NBA, and its fate is uncertain. Rumors are swirling that TNT might lose the broadcast rights to the league, leaving the show's future in limbo. But is moving the show to another network the solution? Charles Barkley thinks not, citing a major hurdle: Ernie Johns

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Touchdown for Business: Do Charleston Sports Bars Really Live and Die by the NFL?

Sunday in Charleston means one thing: football fever. Sports bars across the city are packed with fans decked out in their team colors, cheering and celebrating touchdowns. But just how much does the NFL really impact these businesses? Is it all touch-downs and high fives, or is there more to the

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Sep 08 2024FINANCE

MicroStrategy's Big Bitcoin Bet: Brilliant or Batshit?

MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) has been on a wild ride lately, thanks to its unconventional strategy of using cash from its business intelligence software operations to gobble up $13 billion worth of bitcoin (BTC-USD). Barclays analyst Ramsey El-Assal is bullish on the approach, likening MSTR to a BTC

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Sep 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Meghan Markle's Riviera Dreams: Trademark Troubles and a Jam-Packed Launch?

Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, has hit a snag before it even officially opens its doors. The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has rejected Markle's trademark application, citing the geographical nature of the name. The USPTO argues that 'American Riviera' is too

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Barstool's Big Money Man: Apathy for Golf or Just Business?

Dave Portnoy, the outspoken founder of Barstool Sports, recently expressed 'apathy' towards departing golf podcaster Dan Rapaport. Rapaport, who joined Barstool two years ago from Golf Digest, has announced his exit, prompting Portnoy's candid remarks on the 'Unnamed Show'. Portnoy admitted that

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