Latest news with #WWW
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE releases R-Truth after his contract expiration in his second tryst with the company
R-Truth (Image via WWE) WWE has released yet another star from the company, as revealed by R-Truth aka Ron Killings. The 53-year-old veteran was seen in a high-profile match against John Cena recently at the Saturday Night Main Event show, which he lost. He made another appearance after that on SmackDown, where he faced another loss at the hands of JC Mateo. And now, on June 1, 2025, he took to his social media account to inform everyone of his departure from the promotion. R-Truth announces his departure from WWE Seeing his "childhood hero" turn heel and getting to fight against him on the big stage was probably one of the best ways for R-Truth to say goodbye to the squared ring at WWE. He took to his X (formerly Twitter) account to reveal the news of his exit from the company. They had previously let him know that WWW would not be renewing his contract upon it expiring, which was his second tryst with the company. He thanked the company and his fans, "who was along for the ride," and "the love, support, and appreciation" he has gotten from everyone over the years. While it is sad indeed that Killings would be leaving the Stamford-based promotion after so many years, given that his "childhood hero" is currently on his "Farewell Tour," this is probably the best time for him to leave the company as well. Or at least something that he wants. Rhea Ripley comments on this "heartbreaking" news Rhea Ripley , one of the biggest stars in the company's current roster, is right there with the fans, who are understandably sad to see R-Truth leave. She left a sweet comment under Killings' post on X, sharing the fans' heartbreak over the recent revelation. She also thanked the wrestler, who has always been one of the biggest spots of fun and laughter within the company. She is not the only one; many other wrestling stars from different promotions have taken to their social media to thank R-Truth for everything he brought to the table. From Kelani Jordan, who is an NXT superstar, to fellow SmackDown star Carmelo Hayeys to AEW's RICOCHET, many have shared their thoughts on R-Truth after his exit was made public. Fans have also been thanking the WWE superstar for being one of the best parts of the company. Also Read: WWE couple Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio spark PDA buzz at Netflix event
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
1 Profitable Stock on Our Watchlist and 2 to Brush Off
While profitability is essential, it doesn't guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity". Profits are valuable, but they're not everything. At StockStory, we help you identify the companies that have real staying power. Keeping that in mind, here is one profitable company that balances growth and profitability and two best left off your watchlist. Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 5.8% Founded in 1883, Wolverine Worldwide (NYSE:WWW) is a global footwear company with a diverse portfolio of brands including Merrell, Hush Puppies, and Saucony. Why Do We Avoid WWW? Annual revenue declines of 5% over the last five years indicate problems with its market positioning Earnings per share decreased by more than its revenue over the last five years, showing each sale was less profitable Negative returns on capital show that some of its growth strategies have backfired At $12.24 per share, Wolverine Worldwide trades at 9.2x forward price-to-earnings. If you're considering WWW for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more. Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 16.7% Based in Connecticut, Crane (NYSE:CR) is a diversified manufacturer of engineered industrial products, including fluid handling, and aerospace technologies. Why Do We Pass on CR? Core business is underperforming as its organic revenue has disappointed over the past two years, suggesting it might need acquisitions to stimulate growth Projected sales growth of 6.5% for the next 12 months suggests sluggish demand Earnings per share have contracted by 4.1% annually over the last five years, a headwind for returns as stock prices often echo long-term EPS performance Crane's stock price of $141.52 implies a valuation ratio of 25.5x forward price-to-earnings. To fully understand why you should be careful with CR, check out our full research report (it's free). Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 6.5% Serving the pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, energy, and chemical process industries, Transcat (NASDAQ:TRNS) provides measurement instruments and supplies. Why Is TRNS on Our Radar? Annual revenue growth of 10.1% over the last two years beat the sector average and underscores the unique value of its offerings Projected revenue growth of 10.6% for the next 12 months suggests its momentum from the last two years will persist Earnings growth has trumped its peers over the last five years as its EPS has compounded at 17.1% annually Transcat is trading at $82.99 per share, or 32.6x forward price-to-earnings. Is now a good time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it's free. The market surged in 2024 and reached record highs after Donald Trump's presidential victory in November, but questions about new economic policies are adding much uncertainty for 2025. While the crowd speculates what might happen next, we're homing in on the companies that can succeed regardless of the political or macroeconomic environment. Put yourself in the driver's seat and build a durable portfolio by checking out our Top 5 Growth Stocks for this month. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 175% over the last five years. Stocks that made our list in 2019 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+2,183% between December 2019 and December 2024) as well as under-the-radar businesses like Comfort Systems (+751% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
WWE facing another major lawsuit as infamous 'Ring Boys' scandal case allowed to proceed
The 'Ring Boys' lawsuit being brought against the WWE and its co-founders, President Donald Trump's Education Secretary nominee Linda McMahon and her husband Vince McMahon, is set to resume. The civil lawsuit, which claims the McMahons knowingly enabled the sexual exploitation of children by a longtime WWW employee, was subject to a temporary pause in the Maryland Supreme Court's ruling over the Child Victims Act. On Monday, justices voted four-three to preserve the act, eliminating the statute of limitations for victims of child sexual abuse to sue their alleged abusers. The McMahon family denies all allegations. The court's decision comes as Linda McMahon awaits her Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of Education. Trump, who wants to dismantle the Department of Education, recently claimed McMahon should eventually 'put herself out of a job.' It means the lawsuit filed in Baltimore County on October 23 on behalf of five anonymous ex-ring boys, young employees tasked with building the wrestling ring before events, accusing the McMahons and the WWE of negligence for allegedly fostering a culture of sexual abuse can go ahead. DiCello Levitt, the law firm representing the victims, said additional ex-ring boys have since joined the suit, according to Fox Sports. Per the complaint, the WWE co-founders looked the other way for years after allegedly learning of a longtime ringside announcer preying on minors. Melvin Phillips, who died in 2012, is accused of targeting boys – as young as 12 or 13 years old – from disadvantaged backgrounds and hiring them to help with the preparations for wrestling matches, according to the filing. The lawsuit alleges that between the late 1980s and early 1990s, Phillips would assault the ring boys in his dressing room, hotels and the wrestlers' locker room. Because of his death, Phillips is not among the named defendants. Instead, the complaint targets the WWE, its co-founders and parent company TKO Holdings. 'That so many were aware of the sexual abuse of the Ring Boys and did nothing to prevent or stop it is simply unconscionable,' Greg Gutzler, an attorney from DiCello Levitt who represents the five unnamed plaintiffs, told The Independent in October. McMahon's attorney Laura Brevetti told CNN in November that the the ring boy lawsuit is 'baseless'. 'Ms. McMahon will vigorously defend against this baseless lawsuit and without doubt ultimately succeed,' Brevetti said. Another blockbuster lawsuit against the WWE and Vince McMahon by former employee Janel Grant also advanced in recent days after it was amended to include the name of a former WWE champion Brock Lesnar. In the 104-page lawsuit, Grant now alleges that she was offered to Lesnar 'for a sexual encounter' during his contract negotiations with the WWE. In addition, Grant alleges that she was told to send sexual content to the former WWE champion. The lawsuit was submitted to the U.S. District Court in Connecticut. Grant alleges that the WWE was negligent in allowing McMahon's behavior to go on unchecked. One of the men previously named in the lawsuit, John Laurinaitis, claims that he too was a victim of McMahon. Another WWE legend, Michael Hayes, is also named in the new filing with Grant alleging that McMahon told her to make pornographic content for him. At the time, Hayes worked as part of the wrestling company's creative team. The Independent has contacted the WWE and Brevetti, Linda McMahon's lawyer, for more information.
The Independent
05-02-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
WWE facing another major lawsuit as infamous 'Ring Boys' scandal case allowed to proceed
The 'Ring Boys' lawsuit being brought against the WWE and its co-founders, President Donald Trump 's Education Secretary nominee Linda McMahon and her husband Vince McMahon, is set to resume. The civil lawsuit, which claims the McMahons knowingly enabled the sexual exploitation of children by a longtime WWW employee, was subject to a temporary pause in the Maryland Supreme Court's ruling over the Child Victims Act. On Monday, justices voted four-three to preserve the act, eliminating the statute of limitations for victims of child sexual abuse to sue their alleged abusers. The McMahon family denies all allegations. The court's decision comes as Linda McMahon awaits her Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of Education. Trump, who wants to dismantle the Department of Education, recently claimed McMahon should eventually 'put herself out of a job.' It means the lawsuit filed in Baltimore County on October 23 on behalf of five anonymous ex-ring boys, young employees tasked with building the wrestling ring before events, accusing the McMahons and the WWE of negligence for allegedly fostering a culture of sexual abuse can go ahead. DiCello Levitt, the law firm representing the victims, said additional ex-ring boys have since joined the suit, according to Fox Sports. Per the complaint, the WWE co-founders looked the other way for years after allegedly learning of a longtime ringside announcer preying on minors. Melvin Phillips, who died in 2012, is accused of targeting boys – as young as 12 or 13 years old – from disadvantaged backgrounds and hiring them to help with the preparations for wrestling matches, according to the filing. The lawsuit alleges that between the late 1980s and early 1990s, Phillips would assault the ring boys in his dressing room, hotels and the wrestlers' locker room. Because of his death, Phillips is not among the named defendants. Instead, the complaint targets the WWE, its co-founders and parent company TKO Holdings. 'That so many were aware of the sexual abuse of the Ring Boys and did nothing to prevent or stop it is simply unconscionable,' Greg Gutzler, an attorney from DiCello Levitt who represents the five unnamed plaintiffs, told The Independent in October. McMahon's attorney Laura Brevetti told CNN in November that the the ring boy lawsuit is 'baseless'. 'Ms. McMahon will vigorously defend against this baseless lawsuit and without doubt ultimately succeed,' Brevetti said. Another blockbuster lawsuit against the WWE and Vince McMahon by former employee Janel Grant also advanced in recent days after it was amended to include the name of a former WWE champion Brock Lesnar. In the 104-page lawsuit, Grant now alleges that she was offered to Lesnar 'for a sexual encounter' during his contract negotiations with the WWE. In addition, Grant alleges that she was told to send sexual content to the former WWE champion. The lawsuit was submitted to the U.S. District Court in Connecticut. Grant alleges that the WWE was negligent in allowing McMahon's behavior to go on unchecked. One of the men previously named in the lawsuit, John Laurinaitis, claims that he too was a victim of McMahon. Another WWE legend, Michael Hayes, is also named in the new filing with Grant alleging that McMahon told her to make pornographic content for him. At the time, Hayes worked as part of the wrestling company's creative team. The Independent has contacted the WWE and Brevetti, Linda McMahon's lawyer, for more information.
Zawya
28-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Old Doha Port drives record tourism growth
Qatar - The Old Doha Port has strengthened its position as a major economic driver for Qatar, witnessing a 38% surge in visitor numbers this cruise season, the port's CEO, Mohamed Abdulla al-Mulla, told Gulf Times. Such growth, he stressed, highlights the port's key role in the nation's strategy to become a global tourism and cultural hub, aligning well with Qatar National Vision 2030. Al-Mulla noted that the port received more than 378,000 cruise passengers this season, a significant leap from the 253,191 visitors in the 2022/2023 season. This, he pointed out, demonstrates its increasing popularity as a premier maritime destination. The number of cruise ships docking at the port also rose to 73, marking a 33% increase compared to the previous season, he added. 'Old Doha Port is a cornerstone in Qatar's strategy to become a leading global destination for tourism and cultural exchange... By seamlessly blending modernity with heritage, the port elevates Qatar's maritime identity while fostering economic growth,' al-Mulla said. The port's state-of-the-art terminal, recognised by Forbes as one of the world's most beautiful, can accommodate up to 12,000 passengers across two mega cruise ships. This capacity is backed by expedited visa-free entry for more than 100 nationalities, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for international travellers, he noted. The terminal also features a marine aquarium and the interactive City Gallery, giving visitors an immediate taste of Qatar's culture upon arrival. According to al-Mulla, the port embraces Qatar's heritage through its design, incorporating traditional motifs such as lamp posts resembling fishing hooks, intricate floor patterns, mosaics at Chabrat Al Mina, and carved designs on benches and bollards. The Mina District, reminiscent of historic coastal cities such as Al Wakrah and Al Khor, hosts more than 70 retail outlets and 50 restaurants, providing a unique blend of cultural experiences and modern amenities. Overall, the Old Doha Port has 100 retail units, including the containers yard. Al-Mulla highlighted the port's significant contribution in supporting cultural tourism, collaborating with organisations such as Qatar Museums, where it hosted the second Middle East edition of the World Wide Walls (WWW) international mural festival in 2023. Some 13 local, regional, and international artists transformed the Mina District into an open-air art gallery, showcasing Qatar's vibrant cultural diversity. He said the recreational spaces at Mina Parks, covering more than 300,000sqm, significantly enhance the visitor experience. These include lush greenery, outdoor fitness facilities, a 5-km jogging track, and a 5-km cycling track, promoting healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability. The 8-km wooden promenade, directly connected to the Doha Corniche, further enriches the recreational offerings. Apart from tourism, al-Mulla said the port fosters economic diversification by boosting revenue, creating local job opportunities, and attracting international investment. By hosting events like the annual Qatar Boat Show, the port underlines Qatar's maritime expertise and establishes itself as a leader in the maritime tourism sector. 'Through its diverse offerings, cultural initiatives, and global connectivity, Old Doha Port embodies Qatar's ambitions to be a global hub for tourism and culture,' he said. 'It serves as a vibrant gateway that connects the past with the future, contributing to the nation's sustainable development and international prominence'. © Gulf Times Newspaper 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
