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Democrats are feeling bullish about a midterm wave as momentum builds and sweep odds hit a record 60%. But risks could trip them up, and history shows midterm-year stock drawdowns often hit around this time. Politics fans are asking: can the energy last? 📈🗳️
Russia’s parliamentary elections are reaching occupied Ukrainian territories, but critics say the outcome is already locked. With no real opposition, e-voting prizes, and the war as backdrop, Putin’s grip tightens. Even Trump’s shadow looms, as autocrats still crave a show of public approval. 🗳️🇷🇺
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Warren Buffett is stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, saying “Father Time always wins.” 😱 His son Howard will take over the chair role. The legendary investor, who slammed Trump’s tariffs, is handing off a massive business empire. Berkshire’s next chapter is here! 💼✨
Week 2 is here and the picks are spicy! 🌶️ Can the blitz-heavy Vikings take down the Bears? Will the Cardinals shock the Seahawks? Experts are fading popular bounce-back teams, dropping best bets, odds, and fantasy tips for Sunday’s slate. Get your lineups ready! 🏈💰
The Federal Reserve is raising rates because inflation is still ‘too high,’ per Warsh. Markets dipped after the news. 💥 For you: credit card and car loan costs may climb, savers could earn more, and home sellers might have to ‘take a hit’ as mortgage rates rise. 🏠📉
Malaysia’s former PM Najib Razak, convicted in the massive 1MDB corruption scandal, is set to serve the rest of his prison sentence under house arrest. The king approved the move, sparking outrage and debates about elite privilege. He’ll swap prison for a mansion, while critics call it a royal pardon loophole. 💥🏠
Poland’s PM Donald Tusk warns that Russian intelligence may be planning “accidental” drone or rocket strikes on NATO territory and hybrid attacks against countries backing Ukraine. The plots could test Washington’s restraint and spike tensions. Allies are urged to stay alert as security fears rise. 🚨🛰️💥
Tom Cruise revealed Taylor Swift gave him a crash course in football while cheering on Travis Kelce at a Chiefs game. Inside a star-studded suite, Swift was fully invested as Kansas City won. Even Pat McAfee chimed in on the viral moment. 🏈✨
Valve just dropped SteamOS 0.3.0 for its new Steam Frame VR headset 🎮 Reviewers call it a power-user playground, but hype turned messy fast. After pre-order invites went out, scalpers and scammers started targeting waitlisted buyers, reselling the headset for $2,000+. Stay safe and don’t get finessed! 💸
Thursday Night Football was all Buffalo 🏈 Josh Allen torched Detroit with 5 TDs to open the Bills’ new stadium, while the Lions’ defense got cooked. All-Pro LB Campbell owned the loss, and OC Joe Brady said he wanted the ball early to set the tone. Detroit’s start? Straight defense-less. 💥