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WASHINGTON — Adult film star Stormy Daniels told a Manhattan jury Tuesday about meeting Donald Trump in a penthouse suite in 2006, where he told the actress not to worry about his wife and said shortly before they had sex that she reminded him of his daughter. The testimony, reported by journalists in the courtroom, described in granular detail the intimate physical encounter with a former president, who is now facing charges in New York for falsifying records of hush-money payments to the actress and director. Trump is the first former president to face criminal charges. Trump, the presumed 2024…
In a field where channels, budgets and audience behaviors can change in a matter of days, being a successful marketer means your skills need to adapt just as quickly. Fortunately, there are tons of free and inexpensive marketing resources available online to help you stay ahead. Whether you’re looking to advance your skills for a particular project or simply for professional development, the information you need is right at your fingertips. You just need to know where to look. To help start your search, we rounded up some of the best marketing resources that have helped us make an impact.…
The Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Market Report 2024 holds significant value in providing a comprehensive understanding of the global economic landscape. In a world constantly influenced by various factors, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and regional conflicts, this research report analyzes the market from 2018 to 2031, offering both quantitative and qualitative analysis. It goes beyond mere sales and revenue metrics, delving into segmented markets based on region, product type, and downstream industry. By examining key factors like macro-economy, industry news, and policies, the report becomes a vital tool for businesses and investors seeking to navigate the challenging waters of…
There is a dramatic rise in the number of companies using freelancers, due to market volatility, layoffs, and more informed talent. A new frontier has opened with the sudden availability of Tier 1 level talent on the hiring market. These highly skilled professionals are agile and ready to freelance. Freelancers play a pivotal role in team dynamics for the most innovative teams, offering flexibility, specialized skills, and cost savings. However, integrating freelancers into your workforce strategy presents a unique puzzle, requiring careful navigation of talent strategies and compliance in the era of 1099 employment. Join us for an insightful webinar…
Des Moines-tied Dotdash Meredith will be contributing to the collective knowledge offered by OpenAI and its ChatGPT artificial intelligence sgystem through an agreement that allows the use of content from its publications and websites.The agreement announced Tuesday will allow OpenAI to draw from more than 40 titles including People, Better Homes & Gardens, Investopedia and The Spruce to train AI and to answer queries through Chat GPT.”We’re thrilled to partner with Dotdash Meredith to bring its trusted brands to ChatGPT and to explore new approaches in advancing the publishing and marketing industries,” Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, which claims to…
Bitcoin saw a strong uptrend in the daily transaction count compared to the previous cycle. The active addresses and volume declined over the past month. Bitcoin [BTC] recently achieved the impressive milestone of 1 billion transactions. Its total all-time transaction count stood at 1,000,803,494 at press time. Its price was back above the $62k mark but lacked a strong short-term trend. The news of one 10-year-old dormant BTC wallet moving its holdings sparked interest. However, the past two months saw a large buying spree from BTC whales, which sets up the idea of a strong bull run. The network security…
From the hundreds of panels and talks to the often quirky expo floor displays, artificial intelligence and its potential impact on the cybersecurity industry is the topic of choice at this year’s RSA Conference in San Francisco. Tens of thousands of data security professionals, business moguls, educators, government leaders, privacy advocates and others descended on the city’s Moscone Center to check out the latest in cybersecurity tech and trends. About 650 people are slated to speak during more than 400 panels, talks and other sessions before it wraps Thursday afternoon.Here’s a look at what’s going on right now:A safe and…
Winners of the 2024 LA Regional Top Gun Pitch-off stand on stage Tuesday at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. From left are alternate Sarah Chadburn of Garden Bevy in Sabattus, first place Jacqueline Clarke of Nor’Easter Oyster Co. based in Brunswick, and runner-up Lorie Costigan of Glendarragh Lavender in Appleton. Russ Dillingham/Sun Journal LEWISTON — An oyster farm in South Bristol, a lavender farm in Appleton and a gardening services business in Sabattus were select the top three Tuesday in the annual Top Gun LA Regional Pitch-Off at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. Each of the eight contestants had five…
Americans are facing more financial stress now than ever. Recent CivicScience data show that 80% of U.S. adults say they have at least one source of financial stress, with 30% citing ‘managing living expenses’ as their biggest financial stressor, followed by ‘managing debt’ and ‘saving and investing.’* Those sentiments are echoed by a recent CNBC survey which found a lack of savings, inflation, and economic instability were the driving forces behind an estimated 70% of Americans feeling stressed about their finances. With so many people dealing with increased financial stress, it’s unsurprising that many are turning toward additional or alternative…
