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What the $36B Kellanova deal means for candy giant Mars
A merger confirmed on Wednesday, Aug. 14, is looking to shake up the snack food aisle. Candy giant Mars, the company behind M&Ms and Snickers, is buying Kellanova, the maker of Cheez-Its and Pringles, for nearly $36 billion. The purchase is not expected to close until 2025, but analysts have been discussing what’s in it… -
Biden, Harris making first trip together since Biden dropped out of 2024 race
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will make their first trip together since the president dropped out of the 2024 race. And Columbia University’s president becomes the latest Ivy League leader to step down following concerns of antisemitism on college campuses. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. Biden,… -
Chuck E. Cheese turns to subscription plan to attract inflation-wary families
The eatertainnment chain Chuck E. Cheese is turning a subscription plan to bring back inflation-weary customers. The company is offering a Fun Pass that gives families unlimited visits year-round to all of its 450-plus locations. The pass comes in three membership tiers ranging from $7.99 a month, which allows 40 games per visit and a… -
US approves $20B in weapons sales to Israel
The U.S. State Department has approved $20 billion in weapons sales to Israel. This package includes 50 fighter jets, air-to-air missiles, tank ammunition, and tactical vehicles, aimed at bolstering Israel’s military capabilities over the coming years. Despite the urgency suggested by recent regional escalations, these weapons, including scores of F-15 fighter jets and advanced missiles,… -
Google unveils lineup of AI-powered phones
The next generation of the phone wars is here and it’s all about artificial intelligence. On Tuesday, Aug. 13, Google unveiled its latest lineup of Pixel phones at its annual showcase held a bit earlier than usual this year as it looks to be one step ahead of Apple when it comes to AI. While… -
Walz defends his military record at first solo campaign event
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) defends his military record in his first solo campaign event since being named Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate. And an emergency declaration is approved for Puerto Rico as Tropical Storm Ernesto churns through the Caribbean. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Walz defends his military… -
Millions of dollars illegally seized from FedEx packages: Lawsuit
FedEx delivers over 3 billion packages a year and what is inside the packages can be anything from clothes to toys to even money. However, a new class action lawsuit alleged not all the money in those FedEx packages is going to the rightful recipient. According to the Institute for Justice, the nonprofit libertarian law… -
USA Gymnastics pursuing all avenues to keep Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal after appeal denied
The latest turn in the Olympic medal controversy involving gymnast Jordan Chiles did not go Team USA’s way. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) denied USA Gymnastics’ (USAG) appeal of its ruling that Chiles take fifth place in the individual floor exercise final and must return her bronze medal. Chiles had initially scored a… -
US preps for potential Iranian-backed attack on Israel as early as this week
National Security Adviser John Kirby announced that the U.S. is bracing for potential “significant” attacks by Iran or its proxies in the Middle East, possibly occurring as early as this week. In response, the U.S. has bolstered its military presence in the region, a move Kirby described as aimed at deterring Iranian aggression and de-escalating… -
FBI investigating attempts to hack US presidential campaigns
The FBI is conducting an investigation following reports from both the Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns of attempted hacks into their communications. The alleged attacks include on three Biden-Harris campaign staffers and Roger Stone, a former adviser to Donald Trump. Stone told The Washington Post that his email had been compromised. “I was informed by the… -
Elon Musk interviews Donald Trump for 2 hours on X after delay
Elon Musk sats down with former President Donald Trump in an interview on X that lasted two hours. And the impact of an earthquake in Los Angeles is caught on live TV. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024. Elon Musk interviews Donald Trump for 2 hours on X after delay Former… -
Campaign music dustup: Isaac Hayes’ family sues, Celine Dion speaks out
Former President Donald Trump’s recent rally in Montana attracted thousands of supporters as the Republican nominee looks to hit the right note with voters ahead of Election Day. However, Trump and his campaign are striking the wrong chord with some thanks to the music that was played at the event. One of those not singing… -
New twist in US gymnast Jordan Chiles’ Olympic medal saga
USA Gymnastics is challenging the ruling of Olympic officials that called for Team USA’s Jordan Chiles to return her bronze medal she won during the individual floor exercise final last week. Chiles was awarded the medal after her coach, Cecile Landi, submitted a review of the judges’ scores. However, the decision this weekend by the Court…
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