Americans who purchased specific generic drugs between May 1, 2009, and December 31, 2019, may qualify for direct payments from a settlement reached in a class action lawsuit. The settlement resolves allegations that Sun Pharmaceuticals and Taro Pharmaceuticals conspired to raise fixed prices on generic drugs, resulting in higher costs for consumers.
Shoppers are enthusiastically purchasing Mars chocolate bars with a honeycomb and salted caramel flavor that have reappeared on B&M store shelves. The treat features a blend of light and airy honeycomb-flavored nougat coated in creamy salted caramel and dipped in thick milk chocolate, creating a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. The enticing confection originated in Australia and debuted there in 2022 before arriving in the UK in 2023.
French basketball phenom Zaccharie Risacher’s declaration for the 2024 NBA draft underscores a growing trend of foreign-born players shaping the league. Since 2011, five first overall draft picks have been foreign-born, including Kyrie Irving, Andrew Wiggins, and most recently, Wemby of France. The dominance extends beyond first picks, with the top three MVP vote-getters in 2022-2023 coming from Cameroon, Serbia, and Greece. Stars like Luka Dončić, Rudy Gobert, Kristaps Porzingis, and Domantas Sabonis also hail from overseas. While the NBA has always been global, foreign players are now becoming the sport’s centerpieces, challenging the historical dominance of American-born stars.
As the price of gas continues to rise nationwide, drivers in Menlo Park, California, are facing exorbitant prices, with regular unleaded reaching a staggering $7.29 per gallon. This price, which would equate to over $100 to fill up a 15-gallon tank, has left many X users and residents alike appalled. The high gas prices in California, which average $5.44 per gallon, are contributing to stubbornly high inflation, as data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that more than half of the increase in the Consumer Price Index for March can be attributed to gasoline and shelter. While some social media users argue that the Menlo Park gas station prices are not as outrageous as they seem, given the $16-plus-per-hour minimum wage in the area, others maintain that the prices are unacceptable.
Rippling, a workforce management software company, has secured $200 million in a funding round led by Coatue and existing investors. The round includes a $590 million tender offer, with $200 million available for employees and $390 million for seed and other investors. Rippling’s founder, Parker Conrad, emphasizes the importance of in-office collaboration and discusses the company’s broad product suite, which includes HR, payroll, IT, security, and spend management. Despite the crowded workforce management software market, Conrad believes Rippling’s approach of building a comprehensive product suite is a key differentiator.
Vistra Corporation (VST) remains a “buy” recommendation for investors seeking capital appreciation due to:
– Acquisition of significant nuclear power generation
– Low natural gas prices
– Texas population growth
– Oilfield electrification
– AI prospects for electricity demand growth
– Crypto mining
– Share buybacks
However, Vistra’s dividend yield is only 1.3%, making it unsuitable for dividend hunters. Despite its stock price increase, concerns remain regarding high leverage and rising debt costs.
At the closing ceremony of the Fashion Week of the 2024 China International Consumer Products Expo, ‘Rendezvous with Changjiang’ highlighted Changjiang’s natural beauty and cultural richness through a fashion show. Designers incorporated cultural elements into modern designs, showcasing the region’s unique heritage. The Expo provided a platform for international exchange and cooperation, with Changjiang collaborating for the third year to promote its culture. Changjiang’s provincial-level intangible cultural heritage, ‘cowhide stool,’ was also exhibited in France, garnering international attention.
Victoria, a resident of Alcester in Warwickshire, won the Millionaire Street draw on April 20th due to her postcode being picked. She attributes her win to her daughter’s advice to move to the retirement housing complex. Victoria plans to use her winnings to purchase new carpets and treat her children and grandchildren.
Sanofi has agreed to settle approximately 4,000 lawsuits alleging that its heartburn medication, Zantac, contained a carcinogen. The settlement includes payments of approximately $25,000 per claim and applies to cases filed outside of Delaware. A Delaware judge will determine the admissibility of scientific evidence for additional lawsuits involving Zantac. The company claims that the settlement is not an admission of liability but a measure to reduce litigation costs.
A Reddit user has expressed frustration after witnessing a fellow Costco member attempt to return three carts full of furniture, including sofas and a rug, sparking a debate online about the use of the store’s generous return policy as a ‘rental service.’ The shopper who shared the experience indicated that the customer joked about not needing the furniture after the holidays, but other users condemned the practice, calling it ‘old-fashioned theft.’
