Many of us (including myself) have so many subscriptions and memberships that it can be hard to keep up. Have you ever tried to cancel a membership and felt like you had to spin around, clap three times and hop on one foot just to cancel? If so, the Federal Trade Commission ('FTC') has proposed a solution just for you. The FTC has proposed a 'click to cancel' provision that would require sellers to make it just as easy to cancel an enrollment as it was to sign up. The FTC states that its proposal would 'save consumers time and money, and businesses that continued to use subscription tricks and traps would be subject to stiff penalties.

https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/tired-of-those-pesky-subscriptions-and-9481739

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The pirates of LPU-M have done it, they plundered the greatest treasure of all: the championship. Lyceum Pirates Esports (LPE) of Lyceum of the Philippines – Manila (LPU-M) – have gotten away with committing a heist on De La Salle University's (DLSU) Viridis Arcus chance of a repeat championship after besting them in a 2-1 series in the grand final of the AcadArena Alliance Games Mobile Legends Bang Bang Season 3 held on Sunday, June 4. The showdown between the reigning kings of Viridis Arcus and the spirited challengers of Lyceum Pirates Esports—both of whom were dominant throughout the regular season—was well worth the wait, culminating in an epic battle that saw an upset and borderline daylight robbery that the audience had no problems being witnesses to.

https://esports.inquirer.net/34662/lpu-m-pirates-robs-viridis-arcus-of-a-2nd-championship-title-in-alliance-games-mlbb

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In the aftermath of the Maui fires, government now looks to better understand the conditions that led to the disaster. (U.S. Department of Defense photo) As the island of Maui continues to sift through the rubble of the most devastating wildfires in Hawaii's history, many residents say they never saw it coming. The disaster, however, wasn't entirely without warning, said University of Virginia engineering professor Venkataraman Lakshmi, who is also president-elect of the hydrology section of the American Geophysical Union.

https://www.miragenews.com/flash-drought-contribution-to-deadly-maui-fires-1069215/

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PNC Financial Services Group Inc. lessened its holdings in PPG Industries, Inc. ( NYSE:PPG – Get Rating ) by 0.8% during the fourth quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The firm owned 1,181,434 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after selling 9,802 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc.'s holdings in PPG Industries were worth $148,553,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. A number of other large investors have also recently modified their holdings of the business.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/20/pnc-financial-services-group-inc-has-148-55-million-stock-holdings-in-ppg-industries-inc-nyseppg.html

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Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. ( OTCMKTS:SQNXF – Get Rating ) saw a significant decline in short interest in February. As of February 15th, there was short interest totalling 178,300 shares, a decline of 47.8% from the January 31st total of 341,700 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 200 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 891.5 days. Square Enix Price Performance SQNXF stock traded up $0.43 during midday trading on Friday, reaching $45.54. The company had a trading volume of 204 shares, compared to its average volume of 264.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/03/03/short-interest-in-square-enix-holdings-co-ltd-otcmktssqnxf-decreases-by-47-8.html

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The documentary film “My SHINee World,” produced to celebrate the K-pop boy group SHINee’s 15th debut anniversary, will be released in September. SM Enter...

https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20230705000470

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FILE – American Lil Nas X plays on the Orange Stage at the Roskilde Festival on June 29, 2023. Four Americans, reportedly including rapper Lil Nas X, were briefly stopped by police after they rode through an Oslo tunnel with three others on electric scooters, leading authorities to briefly close the tunnel. None were charged or detained. (1.1 mile) downtown Oslo tunnel late Monday July 10, 2023. (Helle Arensbak/Ritzau Scanpix via AP, File) COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Police in Norway's capital briefly stopped four Americans who rode through an Oslo tunnel on electric scooters, and a Norwegian newspaper said one of them was rapper Lil Nas X.

https://entertainment.inquirer.net/508743/rapper-lil-nas-x-reported-to-be-among-among-scooter-riding-tourists-stopped-in-oslo-tunnel

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Maker ( MKR ) traded 6.4% higher against the US dollar during the 24-hour period ending at 0:00 AM E.T. on July 15th. One Maker token can currently be purchased for about $912.27 or 0.03022980 BTC on major cryptocurrency exchanges. Maker has a market capitalization of $891.86 million and $52.88 million worth of Maker was traded on exchanges in the last day. Over the last seven days, Maker has traded 2.4% lower against the US dollar. Here is how similar cryptocurrencies have performed over the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded up 3.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/15/maker-trading-down-2-4-over-last-week-mkr.html

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In the hustle and bustle of modern life, our bags become our trusty companions, carrying our daily essentials and ensuring we're prepared for whatever the day throws our way. Whether you're heading to work, running errands, or embarking on an adventure, here are five must-have items that should find a place in your daily bag to keep you well-equipped and ready for any situation. Having these five everyday essentials in your bag isn't just about convenience; it's a way to embrace preparedness. Life can be unpredictable, and being ready for various situations ensures you're equipped to handle whatever comes your way.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/531056/five-must-have-items-you-should-never-leave-home-without

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Toncoin ( TON ) traded 0% lower against the US dollar during the 1-day period ending at 17:00 PM E.T. on May 27th. Toncoin has a total market cap of $6.56 billion and approximately $10.85 million worth of Toncoin was traded on exchanges in the last day. During the last seven days, Toncoin has traded 1.6% higher against the US dollar. One Toncoin coin can now be bought for about $1.92 or 0.00007176 BTC on major cryptocurrency exchanges. Here is how other cryptocurrencies have performed during the last day: Geegoopuzzle (GGP) traded 0% lower against the dollar and now trades at $5.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/27/toncoin-24-hour-volume-hits-10-85-million-ton.html

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The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) is exploring ways to counter the rising retail prices of onion in the markets, including importation. Jose Diego Roxas, spokesperson for the BPI, told the Inquirer in a text message that the agency is studying this option to alleviate the impact of high onion prices on Filipino consumers.'It is only an option at the moment, there is no decision yet to do so,' said Roxas, officer in charge of BPI's Information and Computer Section. In an earlier interview, Agriculture Assistant Secretary Kristine Evangelista pointed out the significance of a calibrated importation to find the balance between stable supply and selling prices.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/504299/onion-prices-on-the-rise-again-imports-eyed

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PHOENIX (AP) — An Oregon woman who went missing on a hike in north Phoenix has been found dead and it appears to be heat-related, according to authorities. Phoenix Fire Department officials said Jessica Christine Lindstrom, 34, went hiking around 8:30 a.m. Friday and was declared missing about nine hours later by Phoenix police. Fire Department Capt. Scott Douglas said drones and technical rescue teams were used during a five-hour search before Lindstrom's body was found on a remote trail on the north side of the Deem Hills Recreation Area.

https://www.mymotherlode.com/news/national/3204624/woman-found-dead-on-phoenix-area-hike-authorities-say-it-may-be-heat-related.html

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Dearborn Partners LLC trimmed its holdings in shares of iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Growth ETF ( NYSEARCA:IJK – Free Report ) by 1.6% in the 1st quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The institutional investor owned 11,976 shares of the company's stock after selling 198 shares during the period. Dearborn Partners LLC's holdings in iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Growth ETF were worth $856,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other large investors have also made changes to their positions in the company.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/01/dearborn-partners-llc-lowers-position-in-ishares-sp-mid-cap-400-growth-etf-nysearcaijk.html

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY— Mayor Rolando Uy on Friday called for collaborative efforts to rehabilitate the Iponan River, a common resource of the city and adjoining localities, from the massive damage wrought by illegal mining activities. 'The damage caused by illegal mining in Iponan River affects both Cagayan de Oro and Opol town in Misamis Oriental as this is a shared river ecosystem. Let us work together to restore it,' Uy said in a statement. The illegal mining operations along the river again came to light following a raid last May 13 on a mine site in Opol's villages of Nangcaon and Cauyunan.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1771694/cagayan-de-oro-mayor-seeks-help-from-other-local-governments-to-rehab-river-damaged-by-mining

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Concentric Wealth Management LLC grew its position in Broadcom Inc. ( NASDAQ:AVGO – Free Report ) by 3.1% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 4,045 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer's stock after acquiring an additional 120 shares during the quarter. Concentric Wealth Management LLC's holdings in Broadcom were worth $2,595,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in AVGO.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/20/concentric-wealth-management-llc-increases-stake-in-broadcom-inc-nasdaqavgo.html

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Onn Hafiz Ghazi fb SINGAPORE, July 7 (Bernama) -- Singapore Telecommunications Ltd (Singtel), the largest mobile network operator in Singapore, has expressed its readiness to develop a state-of-the-art, sustainable campus data centre in Johor which employs green technology. This was announced today in a Facebook post by Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, who has been on a three-day working visit since July 5 to Singapore, including a visit to Singtel, one of the four main telecommunication companies in the republic.

https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2204435

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Clough Global Equity Fund ( NYSEAMERICAN:GLQ – Get Free Report ) was the target of a large increase in short interest in June. As of June 30th, there was short interest totalling 31,800 shares, an increase of 105.2% from the June 15th total of 15,500 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 72,400 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 0.4 days. Clough Global Equity Fund Stock Performance GLQ traded down $0.02 during trading on Friday, reaching $6.34. The company had a trading volume of 41,713 shares, compared to its average volume of 92,153.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/15/clough-global-equity-fund-nyseamericanglq-short-interest-update.html

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Park Avenue Securities LLC decreased its stake in Cisco Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CSCO – Free Report ) by 0.5% in the 2nd quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The fund owned 198,800 shares of the network equipment provider's stock after selling 1,095 shares during the quarter. Park Avenue Securities LLC's holdings in Cisco Systems were worth $10,286,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of the company. Steward Financial Group LLC bought a new position in shares of Cisco Systems in the 4th quarter valued at about $26,000.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/09/23/park-avenue-securities-llc-has-10-29-million-stake-in-cisco-systems-inc-nasdaqcsco.html

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