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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeff Bezos' 3 Future Stepkids Pose for Rare Photo With Mom Lauren Sanchez
Lauren Sánchez may have traveled to space last month — but her favorite place will always be with her kids. Sánchez, who has been engaged to billionaire Jeff Bezos since 2023, shared a sweet selfie with her three children in honor of Mother's Day last weekend. 'Thank you for picking me as your mama! Best day ever," Sánchez, 55, captioned the Instagram Story photo of her nestled between her children. "My whole world in one frame." (While her Story has since expired, you can see the photo here.) The pilot (Sánchez got her pilot's license at age 40) is mom to Nikko, 24, whom she shares with retired football player Tony Gonzalez, as well as Evan, 18, and Ella, 17, whom she shares with ex-husband Patrick Whitesell. As soon as Bezos' Blue Origin flight landed back on Earth — after its historic all-female crew shot to space just 10 minutes earlier — some of the first words out of Sánchez's mouth were about her children. As she stepped out of the capsule, Sánchez was immediately greeted by Bezos, 61, who embraced her with hugs and kisses. "Go get your babies," the Amazon founder encouraged, as his fiancée looked for her three kids. "Where are my babies?" she asked, before heading her way towards her family. Bezos, for his part, has four children of his own, whom he shares with ex-wife MacKenzie Scott. Sánchez — who also has a close friendship with Gonzalez and his wife — gushed about her blended family of nine. "On a typical Saturday, we hang out, we have dinner with the kids, which is always fun because you never know where the conversation is going to go with this many kids," she told The Wall Street Journal in 2023, referring to her and Bezos' combined seven children, joking: "We are the Brady Bunch!"
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jeff Bezos' tenure as Washington Post owner in spotlight as paper grapples with low morale, staffer exodus
Jeff Bezos is facing a new round of scrutiny as the billionaire owner of The Washington Post and whether he bears any responsibility for the struggles the paper is facing 12 years after he bought it. Bezos was the subject of a lengthy story published Monday in The New Yorker with the headline, "Is Jeff Bezos selling out the Washington Post?" The piece offered a timeline beginning with Bezos' $250 million purchase of The Post from the Graham family dynasty in 2013, noting the paper's leadership changes between Marty Baron, Sally Buzbee and current interim executive editor Matt Murray, revisiting various newsroom controversies over the years and Bezos' apparent chumminess with President Donald Trump since the election. Wapo Columnist Calls Out Jeff Bezos' 'Bulls--- Explanation' On Non-endorsement: 'Bending The Knee' To Trump One Post staffer from the story told New Yorker's Clare Malone how "out of touch" Bezos seemed during one-on-one sit-downs with a group of The Post's journalists in January 2023. "He is isolated, and he hasn't done the work to engage and be a hands-on owner," the journalist told Malone. "If you are going to own a media property right now, you need to be all in and understand the landscape." Read On The Fox News App However, what's widely seen as a stain on Bezos' tenure as The Post's owner was his unilateral decision to quash the paper's planned endorsement of Kamala Harris just weeks before the 2024 election. "The non-endorsement shook a lot of people because it was done in such a ham-handed fashion and that was all Bezos," one Post staffer told Fox News Digital. "No one would have cared if he'd announced the policy two years earlier." That move by Bezos prompted resignations and more than 250,000 canceled subscriptions from outraged liberal readers. It remains unclear if The Post is able to recover from the long-lasting damage that it caused, the staffer said. Washington Post Praises Trump Hhs Report On Trans Surgery For Children, Says It Makes Strong Case For Caution In the months since, The Post has faced an unprecedented exodus of its top talent, like national editor Philip Rucker, who went to CNN, managing editor Matea Gold, who went to The New York Times, and top reporters like Josh Dawsey, who went to The Wall Street Journal, as well as Ashley Parker and Michael Scherer, both who fled to The Atlantic. Last week, Post reporter Aaron Blake was poached by Rucker, now serving as CNN's senior vice president of editorial strategy and news. "Aaron is a real loss but a smart move by Rucker -- CNN will make him a star," the Post staffer told Fox News Digital. While many Post employees landed jobs at other outlets, others left in protest of Bezos, including columnists Jannifer Rubin and Eugene Robinson. In January, cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigned after her bosses refused to publish a cartoon that depicted Bezos and others groveling at the feet of then-President-elect Trump. Incidentally, she was awarded a Pulitzer Prize last week for "delivering piercing commentary on powerful people and institutions with deftness, creativity – and a fearlessness that led to her departure from the news organization after 17 years." In February, Post opinion editor David Shipley stepped down after Bezos ordered columns regularly defending "personal liberties and free markets" and banning viewpoints that oppose them. Veteran Post columnist Ruth Marcus also resigned after her piece calling out Bezos' policy was killed. The move by Bezos, similar to his non-endorsement decision, reportedly cost the paper another 250,000 paid subscribers. Jeff Bezos Announces Big Change To Washington Post Opinion Page, Top Editor Steps Down Morale has never been lower at The Post, but blame is not pointed at Bezos. Will Lewis, Bezos' hand-picked CEO and publisher of The Post, has had a rocky tenure since he began leading the paper in 2024. Last June, Lewis irked his staff with a blunt message he had during a meeting, telling them "People are not reading your stuff" as he lamented financial losses and a shrinking audience. "Will has been a ghost since July. He couldn't even find the time to show up for Pulitzer Day," the Post staffer said. A spokesperson for The Washington Post pushed back, telling Fox News Digital, "Lewis respects the line of the newsroom but regularly attends news and opinion meetings to show support and encouragement in appropriate ways." The New Yorker piece reported staffers attributed their departures from The Post to Lewis' "lack of a discernible plan for the paper" in exit interviews. "The idea that the newsroom is the reason for the Post's struggles is unfair," one former top editor told The New Yorker. "The newsroom is not always its own best friend, but Will somehow convinced Jeff that it is the problem, when really there is no business strategy." Despite the current woes The Post faces, the staffer who spoke with Fox News Digital is not completely discouraged, citing the two Pulitzer Prizes the paper nabbed last week and the various scoops it has landed while covering the Trump administration. The insider also credited Bezos for doubling the size of the paper's staff and the resources the billionaire owner has provided, calling it "huge." "I have nothing but thanks and gratitude for Bezos and how he rescued a paper that was spiraling down and probably would've been a shadow now, if not gone," the Post staffer told Fox News Digital. "I blame him for being an absent owner and letting [former Post publisher) Fred Ryan fail to capitalize on the big boost in circulation we got in Trump's first term. Lewis is failing fast, but Bezos again seems too distracted to notice." "You have to keep in mind how bad things were when Bezos bought The Post. We were rock bottom. We haven't fallen that far yet," they article source: Jeff Bezos' tenure as Washington Post owner in spotlight as paper grapples with low morale, staffer exodus
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket preparing for possible late spring Cape Canaveral launch
After the inaugural January flight of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, many began wondering: when will this massive rocket launch again? Blue Origin says to expect a launch in late spring. Blue Origin has been observed working on the multi-stage orbital rocket to prepare it for this second flight from Cape Canaveral. An exact launch date has not yet been announced. Not to be confused with Blue Origin's single-stage New Shepard, which launches from Texas, the multi-stage 320-foot-tall New Glenn is the rocket that will bring Bezos' company into the orbital marketplace, currently dominated by SpaceX. And like SpaceX's Falcon 9, New Glenn is built to reuse the first-stage booster by having it land out on Blue Origin's Jacklyn drone ship. While Blue Origin failed to land the first-stage during the January flight — Jacklyn returned to Port Canaveral empty — Blue Origin wants to try again during this upcoming flight. New Glenn's first-stage is deigned to fly a minimum of 25 times — something Falcon 9 has already accomplished with SpaceX recently landing one for the 27th time. But while the landing wasn't successful in January, New Glenn's upper-stage successfully delivered the Blue Ring test payload to orbit. Earlier in April, the second-stage engine was observed traveling from Blue Origin's Merritt Island facilities on Space Commerce Way to the launch facilities in Cape Canaveral. Then on April 24, Blue Origin conducted a 15-second test fire of the second-stage at the company's Cape Canaveral Launch Complex 36. The FLORIDA TODAY Space Team have also observed activity around the launch pad, such as flare stacks burning brightly. Blue Origin's Launch Complex 36 is the only launch pad clearly visible from Brevard beaches. "January's GS2 performed remarkably during our inaugural New Glenn launch, delivering our payload to orbit with less than 1% deviation from the target. Today, we completed a full duration 15-second hotfire test of the upper stage for our NG-2 mission. This time, we achieved enhanced performance from the BE-3U engine, increasing the maximum thrust from 173,000 lbf to 175,000 lbf per engine, further expanding New Glenn's capabilities for our customers," CEO Dave Limp said in a April 24 post on X. The payload for this upcoming flight has not yet been revealed, and it is unknown when NASA's EscaPADE mission to Mars will be launching on the rocket. That mission was originally set to launch on the Blue Origin rocket last year. When is the next launch? Is there a launch today? Upcoming SpaceX, NASA rocket launch schedule at Cape Canaveral Once operational, New Glenn will also launch Amazon's Project Kuiper internet satellites, which are a competitor to SpaceX's Starlink. Florida just saw the first launch of the Kuiper internet constellation last month atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket. Brooke Edwards is a Space Reporter for Florida Today. Contact her at bedwards@ or on X: @brookeofstars. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Massive Blue Origin New Glenn rocket to launch 2nd time by late spring
ArabGT
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Slate Truck Brings Affordable Electric Utility With Amazon Backing
In a market dominated by expensive, high-tech electric trucks, the new Slate pick up Truck emerges with a refreshing focus on simplicity and affordability. Backed in part by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Slate Auto's debut vehicle aims to democratize electric mobility, offering an approachable entry point into the EV world. Priced at under $20,000 after federal incentives, the U.S.-built, two-door pickup caters to budget-conscious drivers, urban commuters, and small business owners. Measuring 4,435 mm in length and featuring a five-foot bed, it blends compact maneuverability with everyday practicality. Powered by a single rear-mounted electric motor producing 201 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, the Slate Truck accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 8 seconds, reaching a top speed of 90 mph. Buyers can choose between two battery options: a 52.7 kWh pack offering 150 miles of range, or an 84.3 kWh version capable of 240 miles per charge. Designed with minimalism in mind, the base model strips away traditional luxuries—manual crank windows replace electric ones, and there's no built-in radio or infotainment system. Instead, customization takes center stage. Buyers can upgrade with optional extras such as a Bluetooth speaker, an iPad-based infotainment setup, a larger battery, or even transform the truck into a four-seater SUV with add-on seats and a rear roof module. The modular interior encourages owners to personalize their Slate through accessories like wraps, stripes, and storage upgrades, reflecting a DIY spirit rarely seen in the automotive world. Charging is flexible, with both Level 2 home charging and DC fast-charging capabilities. A full recharge overnight is standard with home setups, while a fast charger can restore up to 80% capacity in about 30 minutes. Despite its lightweight design at 1,634 kg, the truck supports a respectable payload of 650 kg and towing capacity of 453 kg—adequate for local deliveries and light-duty work. Sustainability is a core value for Slate Auto, extending beyond zero tailpipe emissions. The manufacturing process emphasizes recycled materials and environmentally conscious practices, positioning the company as a forward-thinking contributor to urban air quality improvement. While the Slate Truck isn't yet available for direct purchase through Amazon, the connection is hard to ignore. Bezos' investment and Amazon's recent foray into vehicle sales through its Autos platform create a logical foundation for future collaboration. Unlike Hyundai's partnership model, Slate plans a direct-to-consumer approach without dealerships, potentially tapping into Amazon's vast distribution network to reach buyers nationwide. For now, Slate Truck's accessories are an obvious fit for Amazon's online marketplace, and as Amazon Autos expands beyond Hyundai, the potential for Slate to join the platform remains strong. The truck is expected to launch officially in the fourth quarter of next year, offering a new option for drivers looking for an affordable, customizable electric workhorse built with simplicity and sustainability at its core.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Will Tennessee be able to see the Amazon rocket launch out of Florida? What to know
After Blue Origin's highly publicized, star-studded, all-female crew launch earlier in April, another Jeff Bezos-funded launch is expected to happen and this time, Tennesseans will be able to watch as a rocket launches. It's not an up-close view of a rocket launch, but space enthusiasts in Tennessee could be able to track the path of the latest launch as it streaks off to touch the inky blackness of space. The latest launch from billionaire Jeff Bezos is an unmanned craft meant to launch a system of satellites. Online, people have been calling this latest launch from Bezos the "Amazon rocket launch" or the "Amazon rocket from Florida". Here's what's being launched, from where and when Tennesseans can see the rocket. The Amazon rocket launch is on Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT. If the weather is bad, the launch could be scrubbed, much like the originally set April 9 launch. There's a two-hour mission window for the launch. Amazon will have the launch at Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The United Launch Alliance will launch a massive Atlas V rocket, depending on cloud cover out of Florida, it won't just be Floridians (and visitors) that could see it light up the sky after liftoff from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Tennesseans in parts of Middle and East Tennessee are expected to be able to catch a glimpse of the rocket launch. But cloud coverage and weather could hinder the view of it. Here's a look at where the launch could be visible: People should be able to start seeing it during stage 5 of the launch. Here's where it should be visible at that stage. 5: Launch + 270 seconds, ULA Atlas V rocket launch visibility extends beyond Florida to these other states and cities: Georgia; Savannah, Georgia; Atlanta, Georgia; Columbus, Georgia Alabama; Dothan, Alabama; just outside Birmingham, Alabama Tennessee; Knoxville, Tennessee; just outside Huntsville, Tennessee; just outside Nashville, Tennessee Kentucky South Carolina; Spartanburg, South Carolina North Carolina; High Point, North Carolina; Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Charlotte, North Carolina; Wilmington, North Carolina Virginia; Virginia Beach, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia West Virginia; Charleston, West Virginia Maryland; Washington, Maryland Delaware; Annapolis, Delaware; Dover, Delaware The ULA Atlas-5 rocket will launch Bezos' Project Kuiper, a global network of satellites meant to compete with SpaceX CEO-billionaire Elon Musk and his Starlink satellites. Bezos' Amazon rocket launch will "deploy all of the satellites safely in orbit, which means they can independently maneuver and communicate with our team on the ground," according to an Amazon news release. "Once the satellites have successfully separated from the rocket, they will begin a series of mostly automated steps to activate onboard systems and use their electric propulsion systems to gradually ascend to their assigned orbit of 392 miles (630 km)," the release said. "The satellites will travel at a speed of more than 17,000 miles per hour (27,359 km per hour) on orbit and circle the planet approximately every 90 minutes." Florida Today contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: When is the Amazon rocket launch? Why you might see it in Tennessee
