Author: Daniel snow

Building a business is never easy, but for Maddy Kelman, the journey to founding Homestead’s Hot Sauce was forged through personal trials, financial hurdles, and a relentless determination to succeed. Her story isn’t just about creating a product; it’s about building resilience and reimagining what it means to be an entrepreneur. From Personal Challenges to Business Triumphs Homestead’s Hot Sauce was born out of necessity. During her pregnancy, Maddy became hyper-aware of the foods she consumed, avoiding preservatives, dyes, and added sugar for her unborn child’s health. At the same time, her husband was diagnosed with high cholesterol and predisposed…

ServiceTitan saw a strong 42% increase in its stock price during its Nasdaq debut on Thursday, after raising around $625 million in its initial public offering (IPO). The cloud software provider for contractors sold shares at $71 each, above the expected range, and closed the day at $101 per share, giving the company a market capitalization of approximately $8.9 billion. The IPO marks a significant event in the tech sector as it is one of the first notable venture-backed companies to go public since 2021, when rising interest rates and inflation made the market less attractive for riskier assets.…

Luigi Mangione, 26, is facing mounting evidence in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot dead on a busy Midtown Manhattan sidewalk on December 4. Investigators have linked Mangione to the crime through ballistics evidence, fingerprints, and a “claim of responsibility” he left. Authorities also discovered a burner phone along the getaway route and a backpack in Central Park, both tied to the suspect. After a five-day manhunt, Mangione was arrested on December 11 at a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania, about 200 miles from the crime scene. He is charged with murder, and prosecutors are presenting evidence…

Duchess Meghan showcased her fluency in Spanish during an appearance in her and Prince Harry’s new Netflix docuseries Polo, which premiered on December 10. The five-episode series follows professional polo players as they prepare for the 2024 U.S. Open Polo Championship. Meghan and Harry served as executive producers through their company, Archewell Productions. In one scene, Meghan and Harry attend the April 2024 Royal Salute Polo Challenge, a special event benefiting Harry’s charity, Sentebale. While meeting Argentinian polo player Adolfo Cambiaso, Meghan greets him in Spanish, prompting Harry to proudly announce, “She’s fluent in Spanish.” The two then engage…

The Franklin Fire, fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds, continued to rage in Malibu on Tuesday morning, with firefighters working tirelessly to contain the blaze. Initially reported near Malibu Canyon Road and Station Boundary around 10:45 p.m. Monday, the fire quickly spread and as of midday Tuesday, had burned through 2,851 acres. There was still no containment, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. At a Tuesday morning press conference, officials revealed that the fire had affected around 18,000 people and threatened over 8,100 structures. While an exact count of damaged or destroyed homes was not available,…

A decades-long rift between former New York Jets star Mark Gastineau and Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre takes center stage in ESPN’s 30 for 30 documentary, The New York Sack Exchange. The gripping footage shows Gastineau confronting Favre over a controversial sack that many believe helped Favre’s former teammate, Michael Strahan, break Gastineau’s long-held NFL single-season sack record. The tense confrontation occurred at a memorabilia show in Chicago last year, where Gastineau, visibly upset, approached Favre. The two shook hands before Gastineau confronted the quarterback, accusing him of deliberately taking a dive during a game in the 2001 season…

Gigi Hadid’s holiday wardrobe is bringing festive style inspiration this season, and her latest ensemble proves she’s taking fashion to new levels. Since launching her cashmere brand, Guest in Residence, in 2022, Hadid has made a name for herself with plush, colorful knits that exude casual luxury. But this time, it’s not her signature sweater that’s stealing the spotlight—it’s her unexpected choice of bottoms. On Saturday, Hadid hosted the opening party for a new Guest in Residence location in Los Angeles, showcasing a fabulously festive outfit. She wore a mocha brown cable-knit vest from her brand, layered over a brown,…

Model Name: The Wizard of Oz x Nike SB Dunk Low Colorway: Varsity Red/University Gold SKU: FZ1291-600 MSRP: $135 USD Release Date: December 19 (Select Skate Shops), December 23 (SNKRS) Where to Buy: Nike Update: December 11, 2024 Nike SB has officially unveiled their long-awaited collaboration with The Wizard of Oz, bringing the beloved tale to life through a vibrant new iteration of the SB Dunk Low. Inspired by the iconic poppy field scene from the 1939 film, the new colorway combines rich tones of red, yellow, and gold for a striking design. The sneaker, priced at $135 USD, will…

An Apple ad tech employee filed a lawsuit against his employer on Sunday over how the company monitors its employees, reports Semafor. Apple wants its employees to use Apple devices for work, but work-issued devices are so restricted that many employees use personal devices, or tie their work devices to their personal iCloud. To do so, the suit says, employees must allow Apple to install software that grants Apple access to search anything stored on the device or iCloud. The suit claims Apple’s policies allow it to monitor workers even when off duty. The employee claims Apple used its policies…

Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, has become a household name, thanks to the rise of ChatGPT, which launched in 2022, and the company’s latest model, GPT-4o, released in 2024. Known for his pivotal role in Silicon Valley, Altman previously served as president of Y Combinator, where he built a reputation for backing successful startups. Altman’s journey to billionaire status was solidified when OpenAI, with backing from Microsoft, rose to prominence. His fortune, however, stems from his broader investment portfolio, which includes stakes in Reddit and Helion, a nuclear fusion startup. With OpenAI’s possible restructuring, Altman may soon increase his wealth…