Rivian has paused production of its electric van, which it built for Amazon, because of a parts shortage. It’s the latest supply chain issue for the nascent EV maker. The shortage began earlier this month, according to Rivian, but the automaker declined to say exactly which components were in short supply. A spokesperson for the company did say it expects to recover all missed production, however, there’s no timeline for that. From Bloomberg:

Rivian has to stop making electric vans for Amazon

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24/7 Wall Street Insights Many of America’s richest women started companies with a spouse but continued to manage on their own. The top 1% of Americans in terms of net worth control most of the economy.  Women play a huge part in every industry. Also: 2 Dividend Legends to Hold Forever The top 1% of […]
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This Woman Is Worth Over $20 Billion and Most Americans Don’t Know Her Name

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Nicholas Puech, who owned a 5.7% stake in the luxury brand, has claimed he has nothing left in bank.

Hermès heir promised to leave $13 billion fortune to his gardener. Now, the money is gone

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Archaeologists uncovered a rare hoard of Persian gold coins in the ancient city of Notion in Turkey that most likely belonged to a wealthy mercenary soldier.

Pot filled with gold coins buried by soldier 2400-year-ago discovered

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Ruth L Gottesman unexpectedly got $1 billion in Berkshire Hathaway stock upon her husband's passing.

Widow who unexpectedly got $1 billion in stock reveals why she gave it all away

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Employees who worked at at Bill Gates’ mega-charity claimed they were terrified by the billionaire’s domineering behavior — with one was likening the tech tycoon to France’s King Louis XIV, according to a new book.

Gates, the billionaire co-founder of Microsoft who went on to start one of the world’s largest philanthropic endeavors, is said to have lorded over the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation with an intimidating presence that left staffers dreading his “inquisition.”

The charity has been renamed the Gates Foundation following the departure of ex-wife Melinda French Gates, who divorced the software pioneer over his reputed philandering as well...

‘Scariest person in the world’ Bill Gates ‘terrified’ his mega-charity employees: new book

The New Republic

As Trump desperately tries to separate his campaign from Project 2025, users on X have noted one big problem: J.D. Vance wrote the foreword to a forthcoming book by the plan’s lead author, Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts.On the Amazon product page, the promotional material for the book, titled Dawn’s Early Light, highlights Roberts’s role in composing Project 2025, the Heritage Foundation proposal for a conservative overhaul of the federal government.The product page also includes a favorable review from Vance. “Never before has a figure with Roberts’s depth and stature within the American Right tried to articulate a genuinely new...

J.D. Vance in Serious Trouble After Damning Project 2025 Book Foreword

Over all the years the White House has served as the presidential residence, its hallowed halls have seen many a paw pass through. (And feathers, and more!) Presidents all the way back to George Washington had animals, and some of our former leaders even brought their furry friends to live in the White House.

14 Presidential Pets Who Left Their Mark on U.S. History

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Benjamin Franklin is credited with contributing to the copper penny’s design.

Fact Check: 1st Official US Coin in Circulation Said 'Mind Your Business,' Not 'In God We Trust'?

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                Here's exploring seven surprising celebrity unions, each boasting staggering wealth and prestige, in the realm of Hollywood.

Here Are 7 Popular Celebrities Who Married Even Wealthier People

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Financial expert Robert Kiyosaki is predicting a grim fate for the country’s Golden State.

The Rich Dad Company co-founder warned that California is “going bust” amid poor financial management and fleeing residents during his appearance on “The Big Money Show” on Monday.

Kiyosaki, who predicted the 2008 Lehman Brothers collapse, said that California is the “lead state” and could potentially bring down other states that follow its progressive agenda.

Kayaker recounts insane caught-on-camera close encounter with great white shark

The financial expert’s comments echo the criticism he posted about the state on “X” in July.  

Kiyosaki told users that “California is a BELL-Weather state. That means...

California is ‘going bust,’ warns Robert Kiyosaki – who predicted 2008 Lehman collapse

For the most part, car enthusiasts like going fast. I mean, I know I do, but a lot of the time those speeds are frowned upon by “the law” and “other motorists” and “common sense.” Because of that, we’ve got to find our high-speed thrills elsewhere.

The 13 fastest roller coasters on Earth

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

It’s been an eventful couple of weeks, so much so that what I think will ultimately prove one of 2024’s most important revelations largely flew under the radar. That is the revelation that 93-year-old Warren Buffett, whose estimated fortune of $137 billion makes him the fifth-richest person in the US, will no longer give away his fortune on his death to the Gates Foundation, as had long been planned. Instead, it will go to a trust where his three adult children will decide what to do with it.

Warren Buffett’s breakup with the Gates Foundation will hurt the world

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	Melinda French Gates says there is a new generation of billionaire activists who aren’t really philanthropists.Grimes' Mother Pleads With Elon Musk to End "Withholding" Ex-Couple's Children




	Speaking to The New York Times, the ex-wife of Bill Gates — who recently rocked the philanthropic world when she announced she was leaving the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which has given away nearly $80 billion since it was founded in 2000 by the former spouses — was asked her opinion on a new generation of billionaires that includes Tesla Motors CEO and X Corp. owner Elon Musk, Twitter founder and Square CEO Jack Dorsey, American...

Melinda French Gates Says Elon Musk, Peter Thiel and Other Billionaires Are Not Philanthropists

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Juney, an inspiring dog who has been through so much in his short life and is now looking for a forever home. Juney's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unwavering spirit of a dog who has overcome unimaginable adversity.

Meet The Sweet Dog Who Survived a Machete Attack Now Looking For Love

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Deception has a long history in human storytelling. People have always told tall tales and fabricated stories, sometimes to impress, sometimes to protect, and sometimes just for the thrill of it. From mythical creatures to legendary curses, these untruths have left a lasting mark on humanity's collective imagination.

12 Biggest Lies Told in Human History

Kidd, who owns the trading advice website The Realistic Trader, comes from humble beginnings and understands the importance of hard work.

Crypto millionaire says his kids will inherit $3 million fortune on one condition

A last-minute maneuver is threatening to amp up the drama around Paramount. The Wall Street Journal reports that businessman Edgar Bronfman Jr. has thrown his hat into the ring to take control of the media company. Suggested Reading. Last month, Paramount Global (PARA) announced that it had agreed to sell...

A liquor heir wants to swoop in on the Skydance-Paramount deal

Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s wealthiest individuals, has been a prominent figure in the tech industry for decades. However, in recent years, his personal life has drawn significant attention, particularly following his high-profile divorce from Melinda Gates in 2021. Their split came on the heels of another notable billionaire breakup, that of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and his wife MacKenzie Scott in 2019. Speculation abounds that one contributing factor could have been Gates’ past workplace conduct. In particular, Bill Gates faced allegations regarding an affair with a Microsoft employee that was deemed inappropriate.

Who is Bill Gates’ girlfriend Paula Hurd?

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Sunday Reads: Ponzi schemes and pet wills

Hello, Quartz members, and welcome to Sunday Reads!. Who will soon forget the week that Elon Musk interviewed Donald Trump on X, after 48 minutes of...

Sunday Reads: Ponzi schemes and pet wills

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