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Stay up to date on live entertainment events in our community for the week of August 6, 2024. Listings are based on space availability, with a full list available online. Events this week: Live Music at Hood Crest Winery Family Activities at the Park Special Events at Trout Lake Hall "Charlotte's Web" Show at the Bingen Theater Bird watching walks Live Music at Clark & ​​Lewie's Live Music at The Pines Outdoor movie nights at Daubenspeck Park Live Music at the Hood River Hotel Music and movies at Mt. Hood Meadows Live Music at Ferment Brewing Summer concert at Walking…

Unemployment rates among white, black and Hispanic women rose in June, in line with broader economic trends, according to data released Friday by the Labor Department. White adult women saw a slight increase in unemployment, from 3.0% in May to 3.1% in June. Black women saw their unemployment rate increase from 5.2% to 5.7%, while Hispanic women saw an increase from 4.1% to 4.5%. Overall, the national unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, from 4.0% last month. In contrast, unemployment rates for men in all three racial groups declined. The rate for white men fell to 3.2 percent from 3.4 percent,…

With just four weeks to go in the NASCAR Cup Series regular season, the action on the track will be intense as drivers battle for a spot in the playoffs. Cup drivers will travel to Richmond, Mich., Daytona and Darlington before the 16-driver playoff field is determined. Twelve drivers have secured at least one win this year (Austin Cindric, Kyle Larson, Brad Keselowski, Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Joey Logano, William Byron, Tyler Reddick, Alex Bowman and Daniel Suarez), leaving four spots up for grabs. In addition to the main focus on who will make the playoffs,…

KEY WEST, FLORIDA — Throughout modern history, parents have only had one choice when it comes to disposable diapers: plastic. Single-use products, typically made from fossil fuels like petroleum, can take hundreds of years to decompose, making them the third largest consumer item in U.S. landfills, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, they are not as breathable as other materials, potentially making accidents like diaper rash more common. However, plastic diapers from big brands like Pampers, owned by Procter & Gamble, and Huggies, owned by Kimberly-Clark, continue to dominate the market. Amrita Saigal, founder and CEO of Kudos, is…

MIAMI — With the growing likelihood that Donald Trump will win the 2024 presidential election, Goldman Sachs economists are warning that another term for the former president could have “profound implications” for the euro area economy. “Our baseline estimates point to a significant decline in GDP (gross domestic product) of around 1% with a modest increase in inflation of 0.1 percentage points,” Goldman Sachs’ Jari Stehn and James Moberly noted in a report released Friday, before Saturday’s assassination attempt. "Trump's re-election would therefore pose a significant downside risk to our otherwise constructive growth forecast for the euro area." Uncertainty over…

Jenna Ellis, a former campaign lawyer for President Donald Trump, has reached an agreement to assist Arizona prosecutors in their criminal cases against individuals accused of attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, according to Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes. In exchange for Ellis’s cooperation, prosecutors dropped nine felony charges against her, including wire fraud, forgery and conspiracy. The deal is intended to strengthen the case against the 17 remaining defendants. “This settlement marks an important milestone in our ongoing investigation,” Mayes said in a statement. “I appreciate Ms. Ellis’ willingness to assist in our prosecution efforts.”…

The stock market is seeing significant fluctuations today, with several major companies experiencing notable mid-day moves. Major players making headlines include Robinhood, Nvidia, Intel, and a few other major stocks. Here’s a closer look at what’s driving these changes: Robin Hood: The trading platform's shares are on the move following recent announcements that have impacted its user engagement and financial outlook. Nvidia:The tech giant is seeing activity as investors react to the latest developments in artificial intelligence technology and demand for semiconductors. Intel:The semiconductor manufacturer is experiencing fluctuations in its stock price due to new product launches and competition in…

Now that the latest quarterly earnings reports from major technology companies are mostly behind us, one thing is clear: Wall Street is restless. The Nasdaq Composite fell 3.4% this week, extending a three-week slide to 8.8%. That marks the steepest decline for the tech-focused index in such a period since September 2022, when the market collapsed on skyrocketing inflation and rising interest rates, according to FactSet. Since late 2022, the technology sector has seen a general boom, buoyed by the U.S. economy’s recovery from the pandemic and growing enthusiasm for the potential of artificial intelligence. The Nasdaq is up 43%…

In a significant turn of events, Hollywood power couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck made headlines again on May 31, 2024. The famous American actress and singer, Jennifer Lopez, announced the cancellation of her highly anticipated summer tour. This decision, as revealed by Lopez herself, was motivated by her desire to devote more time to her family. The duo, known for their on-again, off-again relationship, had been setting tongues wagging with rumors of a possible breakup circulating in the media. Lopez's abrupt decision to step away from her professional commitments only fueled speculation about their relationship. The Lopez and Affleck…

Singapore — The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has launched a new review committee aimed at rejuvenating the city-state’s stock market. Announced on Friday, the MAS said the panel will focus on improving market vitality by addressing current challenges, promoting listings and revitalizing market activity. The initiative also aims to improve regulations to promote market growth and boost investor confidence. One of the main objectives of the panel is to encourage greater participation by the private sector, including capital market intermediaries, investors and listed companies. “A vibrant equity market is a crucial component of the capital formation value chain,” MAS…