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‘Fat Leonard,’ Navy contractor behind one of the military’s biggest scandals, sentenced to 15 years

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Former military defense contractor Leonard “Fat Leonard” Francis was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in prison for masterminding a decade-long bribery scheme that swept up dozens of U.S. Navy officers, federal prosecutors said. U.S. District Judge Janis L. Sammartino also ordered Francis to pay $20 million in restitution to the Navy […]

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Bye Bye Maddow? Comcast’s Network Dump May Cost It Its Biggest Names

Comcast‘s surprise announcement on Thursday that it may spin off its cable networks—everything from MSNBC to Bravo—into a completely new company roiled the industry, with some questioning what good would it do for the dying cable business. Comcast President Mike Cavanagh announced the company’s intention during its earnings call on Thursday, saying they were “studying” […]

Lifestyle & Culture

East-West Bags Will Be 2025’s Biggest Handbag Trend

“The bag appeals to consumers looking for a piece that transitions easily between casual and formal settings,” Landyn Tedrick, Fashionphile’s site merchandising specialist, tells Refinery29. “This versatility, along with its sleek and minimalist aesthetic, has made it a favorite among our younger consumers.” (Tedrick identifies Fendi’s Baguette as “the east-west bag’s biggest competitor within the […]

Business & Finance

Bonuses And 5 Biggest Takeaways From Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – OCTOBER 26: Ilia Topuria of Spain celebrates after a knockout … [+] victory against Max Holloway in the UFC featherweight championship fight during the UFC 308 event at Etihad Arena on October 26, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC) Zuffa LLC UFC 308 […]

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Donald Trump Tells Joe Rogan the Biggest Mistake of His Presidency

Donald Trump sat down with Joe Rogan to record a three-hour interview for “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast Friday. The episode was released later Friday evening. In the wide-ranging discussion, Trump said his biggest mistake during his time in the White House was hiring “bad people, or disloyal people.” The former president also repeated unsubstantiated […]