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What happened in the FA Cup third-round draw?
The FA Cup third-round draw revealed exciting matchups, including Manchester United visiting Arsenal and Liverpool hosting Accrington Stanley. This draw features 44 teams from the Premier League and Championship, alongside lower-league clubs, set to compete on January 11-12, 2025. The anticipation is high, especially for lower-league teams facing top clubs, which could lead to potential upsets.
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What is the latest on Elon Musk's pay package ruling?
A recent court ruling upheld Chancellor Kathaleen St. Jude McCormick's decision to invalidate Elon Musk's controversial pay package. The judge awarded $345 million in legal fees to the plaintiff's attorneys, rejecting a request for over $5 billion in Tesla stock. The ruling emphasizes that a stockholder vote cannot ratify a conflicted-controller transaction, highlighting ongoing complexities in executive pay and corporate governance.
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Why is McDonald's bringing back the McRib?
McDonald's has reintroduced the McRib sandwich starting December 3, 2024, as part of a strategy to boost sales following an E. coli outbreak that affected its Quarter Pounders. The return of the McRib is significant in McDonald's marketing strategy, and the chain plans to launch a new value menu in January 2025 to attract more customers.
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What happened to Mikaela Shiffrin at the Killington Cup?
Mikaela Shiffrin suffered an injury during the Killington Cup while leading the giant slalom. Despite a strong first run, she crashed just before the finish line and had to withdraw from the race. Initial scans showed no serious injury, but her absence opens up the competition for the slalom title, with teammate Camille Rast securing a podium finish.
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What are the implications of North Carolina GOP overriding Cooper's veto?
On December 2, 2024, North Carolina's GOP-controlled Senate successfully overrode Governor Roy Cooper's veto of a controversial bill that limits the powers of incoming Democratic officials. Critics argue that this legislation prioritizes partisan interests over urgent recovery needs, particularly in the context of Hurricane Helene relief. This move may set a precedent for future partisan conflicts in state governance.