An heir to an oil fortune, he built his own empire with TCW Group and was an influential California donor, including to his alma mater,…
Azerbaijan’s IAC 2023 Set to Spark Inspiration with Elon Musk’s Virtual Appearance
The 74th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) scheduled for October 2nd to 6th, 2023, in Baku, Azerbaijan, is poised to make history not only as a…
I.R.S. Contractor Charged With Leaking Tax Returns
The federal charges are said to involve disclosure of tax information from Donald Trump and other wealthy taxpayers.source
Delta Backs Down on SkyMiles Changes After Outcry
Delta’s chief executive, Ed Bastian, said the airline would make “modifications” after announcing changes to its frequent flier program that angered many of its most…
IPOs, Inflation Data and More Are at Risk in a Shutdown
Important economic data could be delayed, as could regulators’ decisions on mergers and new public listings.source
Toys ‘R’ Us Plans New Flagship Stores
WHP Global, the parent company of Toys “R” Us, said on Friday it would open up to two dozen flagship stores starting next year, along…
France To End Its Military Presence In Niger After Coup
PARIS (AP) — President Emmanuel Macron announced Sunday that France will end its military presence in Niger and pull its ambassador out of the country…
Letterboxd, Online Haven for Film Nerds, Gets a New Owner
Two designers from New Zealand built a wildly popular social network for movie buffs. Now, they’re cashing in (and sticking around for the sequel).source