Posts by Nathan Pine
Former Dyson Global CEO Roland Krueger on the road ahead for the car industry
He expects car sharing and subscriptions to become more common in places where owning a car is costly [SINGAPORE] Before Roland Krueger was leading global companies, he was reading books about explorers venturing into the unknown. That fascination eventually took him to the South Pole and shaped the way he’s approached boardrooms. “If you fail…
Read MoreGene Wiley died; the former Lakers center reached the NBA Finals thrice
Center Gene Wiley, whose four seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers took him to the NBA Finals three times, died June 21. He was 88. Read More on NBA Fortunately, Wiley’s brief NBA career brought him closer to a championship than many more seasoned players. Unfortunately, it overlapped with that of Boston Celtics counterpart Bill…
Read MoreChina says tech growth a challenge to predicting energy demand
The growth of emerging sectors including AI and electric vehicles makes forecasting future energy needs harder Published Mon, Jun 29, 2026 · 12:07 PM CHINA faces greater uncertainty in forecasting energy demand as structural changes in the economy and the rapid expansion of new industries reshape consumption patterns, according to a top government official. Demand…
Read MoreBET Awards 2026 Winners List: Cardi B, Leon Thomas, Kehlani, Jalen Brunson & More
The 2026 BET Awards, hosted by Druski, celebrated the best in culture and had some big winners. Teyana Taylor was honored with the Icon of the Year Award, while Sylvia Rhone was honored with the Ultimate Icon Award, and Ms. Lauryn Hill was celebrated with the Living Legend Icon Award. Taylor was a big winner…
Read MoreLauryn Hill Tribute at BET Awards 2026 From Her Kids Selah, YG & Zion Marley Is the Most Joyful Thing
Hill continued, “But also, I have always cared about the expression of and the representation of the dignity of our people.” Noting that sometimes artists are put in places to say things that “aren’t always comfortable,” she added, “we understand that people will understand later.” “Everybody may not know it, but I fight for y’all,”…
Read MoreBET Awards Ultimate Icon Sylvia Rhone On Protecting Creativity Amid Tech Disruption: “We Make The Algorithm, The Algorithm Doesn’t Make Us”
Sylvia Rhone was recognized as the Ultimate Icon at the 2026 BET Awards and delivered a powerful message about protecting creativity as tech disrupts the industry. “We’ve seen musical ideas become movements, and what we know is this: Black creativity is one of the most powerful forces in the world; it has shaped culture and…
Read MoreKeke Palmer Steals the Show at BET Awards 2026 During Cardi B Intro
And during the show, the “I Like It” rapper—who welcomed a baby boy with Stefon Diggs in November—took home the award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist, joking that the BET Award trophy was “heavier than my baby.” “This award means so much to me. Three babies later, put the album out, honey,” Cardi—also mom…
Read MoreWhat Bill Maher Said About Trump As He Received Kennedy Center Prize
Bill Maher celebrated his ability to anger the right and the left as he received the Kennedy Center‘s Mark Twain Prize, with a message to those who complain about being mocked: Stop being ridiculous. He cited the center’s chairman, Donald Trump, who was not present, and his attacks on him. “Now the president, when he…
Read MoreChina’s central bank debuts overnight reverse repo operation, withholding key interest rate
The bank conducts 300 billion yuan of overnight reverse repurchase agreements in open market operations Published Mon, Jun 29, 2026 · 10:43 AM [BEIJING] China’s central bank held its debut overnight reverse repo operation without disclosing the rate of interest it charged on its new instrument, in a surprise move to traders awaiting guidance on…
Read MoreTeyana Taylor Delivers Inspirational Speech At BET Awards: “Greatness” Is “Measured By How Many People Stand Beside You”
Teyana Taylor was honored with the Icon of the Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards, which was presented by Janet Jackson. The Oscar-nominated star was emotional from the start, surprised that Jackson took the time to present the award to her at the Peacock Theater. After praising Jackson, Taylor delivered an inspiring message about…
Read MoreNia Long Praises Jaafar Jackson For ‘Michael’ Success: “It Was A Joy Watching You Transform Into Your Uncle Right Before Our Eyes”
Jaafar Jackson and Nia Long present the first award at the 2026 BET Awards and received a resounding round of applause. The Michael stars acknowledged the film’s success, sharing a few words with everyone who made it happen. “We’re so grateful for the love you all showed to our movie,” Jackson said on stage at the Peacock…
Read MoreBill Maher, At Kennedy Center To Receive Mark Twain Prize, Talks About Donald Trump’s Tarp: “Only He Could Think Of That”
Comedians including Louis C.K. and Jay Leno and political figures like Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) turned out for Bill Maher on Sunday as he receives the Kennedy Center‘s Mark Twain Prize. Guests were greeted, though, by a reminder of the legal wrangling over Trump’s control over the arts institution:…
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