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The Journal
3 days ago
- Business
- The Journal
'Ingratitude'; 'Very disappointed': Trump and Musk exchange insults in public falling-out
LAST UPDATE | 8 mins ago A WAR OF words has emerged between the US President Donald Trump and billionaire and former staffer Elon Musk, which sees the pair exchange accusations and insults through social media and the airwaves, over a new public spending policy. Once allies, Trump and Musk are airing their grievances with each other as they argue over the President's 'big, beautiful bill' – a new spending plan which seeks to add trillions to the country's 'debt ceiling' or borrowing limit . Musk, on Tuesday, blasted the Trump-backed plan, which is still being debated among those in the US Congress. The world's richest man called the budget 'outrageous' and criticised its supporters. At a press conference today, Trump was asked about Musk's criticism. 'I'm very disappointed in Elon,' Trump said. 'I've helped Elon a lot.' 'Elon knew the inner-workings of this bill better than almost everybody sitting here [...] He knew everything about it. He had no problem with it,' Trump claimed. 'All of a sudden, he had a problem. And he only developed the problem when he found out we're going to have to cut [electric vehicle tax exemptions] because that is billions and billions of dollars,' he added. 'When that was cut, he became a little be different.' Advertisement Trump suggested Musk misses being in the White House and has 'Trump derangement syndrome'. As Trump spoke to reporters at the White House, Musk was watching and commenting online. 'False,' Musk fired back on his social media platform X while Trump was still speaking. Such ingratitude — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 5, 2025 'This bill was never shown to me even once and was passed in the dead of night so fast that almost no one in Congress could even read it!' The bill could potentially boost budget deficits and the national debt into the future. It also seeks to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts and expand them to workers' tips, state pension cheques and overtime payments. Musk then claimed Trump would not have won the 2024 election without him – the billionaire reportedly donated $228bn (€199.2bn) to the Republican's campaign last year – and accused Trump of 'ingratitude.' Tesla shares have fallen sharply on Wall Street, down eight percent, after his comments, in a sign of the huge stakes for a falling out between the two men. The feud escalated this evening as Trump threatened to remove a number of Musk's state contracts, causing the billionaire to double down and claim that the construction of a new 'Orbit' SpaceX ship would pause immediately. Musk then replied 'yes' to a post which called for Trump's impeachment and removal from office – with Vice President JD Vance stepping in as his replacement. Additional reporting by Muiris O'Cearbhaill, AFP and Press Association Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Chicago Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
‘Business isn't just for boys': All-girl team wins Oak Park and River Forest High ‘Shark Tank' for third straight year
Teagan O'Carroll, 18, has worked for two years as a coordinator at the James Anthony Salon in Oak Park. During that time she has trained a few new employees. But she was struck by how long it took to get some people proficient in their new jobs. 'I just found that the onboarding process and the training experience was incredibly inefficient and it took way longer than it should have, not necessarily for me, but for a lot of people that I personally trained,' O'Carroll said. 'Traditional training methods like listening to your manager talk for hours and taking notes just is not effective for everyone.' So when O'Carroll, of Oak Park, had to come up with an idea for a business for the Business Incubator class she took this year as a senior at Oak Park and River Forest High School, she thought of developing an interactive onboarding and training app that would customize the onboarding and training process. 'I just wanted to create a platform that makes it easier for people with a variety of different learning abilities or styles to train efficiently in the workplace,' O'Carroll said. O'Carroll and classmates Symone Archie McWhorter, who like O'Carroll graduated from OPRF on June 1, junior Michayla Marks and sophomore Cheslynn Ash, called their business Orbit. Orbit was one of 18 teams from the three sections of the Business Incubator class at OPRF that squared off in a months long 'Shark Tank' style competition during the school year. After the final round on May 22, Orbit emerged with a narrow victory. The prototype for the Orbit app consisted of a reading module, a testing module and a video module that businesses could customize to individually guide new employees. 'It feels unreal,' O'Carroll said. 'The competition was incredibly tight.' Each of the Orbit team members receive a $1,000 scholarship. O'Carroll is headed to Central Michigan University to study business communications and marketing while Archie McWhorter is headed to San Diego State University. The money for the scholarships is provided by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation. O'Carroll had the title of visionary for Orbit, Archie McWhorter handled creative design, including designing a company logo, Ash was the chief financial officer, what Orbit called Keeper of the Coin, while Marks was the customer champion handling customer relations. 'We all connected very well and worked very well together,' O'Carroll said. O'Carroll said that Business Incubator class, which is a dual credit class with Triton College, just further fueled her passion for entrepreneurship. Her interest in entrepreneurship comes, in part, from her father, Fergus, who has developed a marketing podcast called On Strategy Showcase. Her mother, Gayle O'Carroll, is vice president of digital sales at Univision. 'I thought I knew what I wanted to do but this class made me positive of what I want to do,' O'Carroll said. 'It really taught me so much.' She loved the class. 'I would take it a million times over,' O'Carroll said. O'Carroll said that she learned a lot about teamwork and working with others. 'This class has taught me so much,' O'Carroll told the OPRF District 200 School Board at a May 22 meeting where the Orbit team members were recognized right after their victory. 'It has taught me how to collaborate well with others.' O'Carroll and her classmates' confidence as public speakers grew during the year as they learned how to make pitches to potential investors as they raised capital for their businesses. 'They grew in their confidence and skills as future business people,' said OPRF business teacher Melissa Martinez who taught two of three sections of the Business Incubator class including the one that the Orbit team members were in. One of the four local business people serving as judges in the contest was School Board member Graham Brisben. 'The Orbit team demonstrated that they really put the work in and these business plans are never going to be perfect but they did a really thorough job of presenting well, doing the research, talking to people in their intended market and also their business derived from some of their real world life experiences because a number of them had part time jobs in small businesses,' said Brisben who owns a supply chain consulting firm. The class was just one of a number of business classes O'Carroll took at OPRF. 'I really love the business courses at OPRF,' O'Carroll said. 'They're so beneficial.' This was the third consecutive year that an all-girl team won the Business Incubator class's 'Shark Tank' competition. This year all the all-girls teams made it to the finals of the competition. 'The girl teams were lethal,' Martinez said. Martinez, who worked in marketing for 13 years before becoming a teacher, is actively recruiting more girls to take business classes at OPRF. 'We're trying to recruit more girls and open their minds, you know, that business is not just for boys,' Martinez said.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rodolfo Bellato Reveals Herpes Diagnosis That Cancelled UFC Vegas 106 Co-Main vs. Paul Craig
UFC Vegas 106 delivered some solid action inside the Octagon, but not without a few curveballs. The main event featured a welterweight clash between Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales. It was a short-lived affair—Morales stunned the crowd by finishing Burns in the first round with a crushing knockout. But while the spotlight was on the main event, the biggest shock of the night came before it ever started. In a twist no one saw coming, the co-main event between Paul Craig and Rodolfo Bellato was canceled just over an hour before the fighters were scheduled to walk out. It was a light heavyweight matchup many considered pivotal for Craig, who entered the bout looking to snap a three-fight losing streak. Bellato, meanwhile, aimed to notch his first UFC win after a majority draw earlier this year. Rodolfo BellatoGetty Images Speculation swirled, but it didn't take long for answers. In an Instagram story, later translated and circulated by MMA Orbit, Bellato revealed the shocking—and let's be honest, slightly surreal—reason: 'I never thought that herpes would take me out of a fight! I'm sorry all of you guys, but it's something that's out of our control. I'll have more news soon!' It was the kind of fight night twist no one had on their bingo card: punches dodged, takedowns avoided, but it was a virus that landed the most unexpected knockout. The revelation sparked confusion and even some humor across the MMA world. Let's face it—when's the last time an STD was the main storyline on fight night? While UFC President Dana White did not comment on this specific case, the organization has previously canceled bouts due to cold sores or similar contagious conditions. During the filming of 'The Ultimate Fighter: Grasso vs. Shevchenko,' a fight was postponed for the same reason—highlighting how seriously the UFC treats the risk of transmission during sanctioned competition. Dana WhiteGetty Images With potential rescheduling in the works, Bellato and Craig may get a second chance soon—but for now, UFC fans are still recovering from one of the most bizarre fight week developments in recent memory. Advertisement Related: Rising Star Details Hidden Injury Before UFC 314 'The Stitches Never Re-opened' Related: UFC Star Open to Crossover Boxing Rematch with Ronda Rousey 'I'm Still Coming Out on Top'
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Accessories to wear to the races including Helen Flanagan's striking fascinator
Off to a horse racing event this summer, such as those happening at York, Newmarket and Goodwood? We've found the best accessories to elevate your outfit, from fascinators to jewellery Days – or nights – at the races are a fun opportunity to dress up, spend time with friends and have a flutter on the horses. While some race events have formal dress codes, for most, 'smart casual' is usually appropriate: think summer dresses, co-ords or jumpsuits, comfy yet elegant shoes (go for block heels to avoid sinking into the grass!) and, if you wish, a statement hat, fascinator or headband. And if you've got the main part of your race day outfit sorted but are looking for the perfect accessories to finish off your look, we've got you sorted. We've rounded up some of the all-important extras we'd wear to the races, from practical-yet-pretty handbags and sophisticated jewellery to celeb-loved headwear and flawless fake tan... 1 of 13 House of CB Claudia halter neck midi dress, £189 from ASOS 2 of 13 Floral twill blazer, £66, and trousers, £40, both Next 3 of 13 Asymmetric disc headband fascinator, was £99, now £79.20 from Karen Millen 4 of 13 The Goswell small open top bag, £219 from Radley 5 of 13 Wildflower & bee charm, £45 from Aspinal of London 6 of 13 Orbit crystal bracelet, £80 from Astrid & Miyu 7 of 13 ghd Chronos Limited Edition Hair Straightener in Transcedent Pink, £299 from Cult Beauty 8 of 13 Dior Forever Glow Luminizer, £48 from Dior 9 of 13 Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray, £32 from Charlotte Tilbury 10 of 13 Fiamma Eau De Parfum Ferragamo, £108 for 100ml from Flannels 11 of 13 Lipglass, £22 from MAC 12 of 13 Neroli Body Lotion Roger & Gallet, £17 from Amazon 13 of 13 Champagne Lanson Le Rosé Création, £47 from Sainsbury's
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Inside Eric Cantona's new electric Ford Capri with shirt number on doors and nod to THAT kung fu kick
Scroll down to see what Eric collects instead of cars NEW, CAR, CANTONA Inside Eric Cantona's new electric Ford Capri with shirt number on doors and nod to THAT kung fu kick Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HERE'S Eric Cantona with his electric Ford Capri. It can only be his. It's got his signature on the front wings, '7' on the doors (his Man United shirt number) and a 3D crown printed on the rear pillars. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Eric Cantona's personalised Ford Capri looks stunning Credit: Ford 5 Cantona doesn't have a car collection, but has owned a Rolls Royce Credit: Ford For King Eric, obviously. There's even a silhouette of his infamous kung-fu kick stitched on to the front headrests. I'm not even joking. Cantona was promised a car after fronting Ford's big unveil last summer. He told me: 'I like this car. 'It's a bit like me. 'I was a footballer, then I became an actor and a singer. 'But inside I'm the same person. 'I just express myself with football, express myself with acting, with music or with lyrics or whatever. 'But it's the same soul. I'm an EV driver & it's painful... Brits MUST hit two key criteria before they even think about getting one 'It's me. Like the Capri.' Cantona doesn't have a car collection, like almost every other Prem star. He prefers art. He said: 'We have different passions. 'Me, I collect art. Sculptures. Paintings. Different things. 'I have two of Anish Kapoor – the one who did the big sculpture in front of the Olympic Stadium (the Orbit). 'He's in every museum in the world. 'The first money I earned, I invested in art. 'So I have a nice collection.' Cantona did once own a Rolls-Royce Corniche, which was daubed in graffiti by street artist JonOne to raise money for a French homeless charity. He said: 'I had it for 15 years when I was in England – the car was in France, and I drove it maybe 500km. Nothing. 'So I sold it at auction for the Fondation Abbé Pierre. 'I think it made 120,000 euros. 'You can see it if you go to Paris. 'It was bought by the president of the Accor group and it's now in the reception of the Hotel Molitor, which is a very famous place. So nice.' Maybe his Capri will end up there one day too. 5 A nod to the infamous kung-fu kick on the car's seats Credit: Ford 5 Eric's signature on the vehicle Credit: Ford
