Figma's IPO raised $1.2 billion, sending its stock soaring over 250% to $107.50 per share, far exceeding its projected valuation in a canceled merger with Adobe. The initial public offering priced shares at $33, significantly higher than the initial range of $30-$32. Trading was temporarily halted due to volatility.
Minnesota is under an air quality alert until Saturday due to Canadian wildfire smoke. Thursday and Friday will see unhealthy air quality statewide, with potentially very unhealthy levels near Lake Superior. Minneapolis ranked among the world's worst air quality on Thursday. The MPCA advises limiting outdoor exertion,...
Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler suffered severe burns after a gasoline attack by 29-year-old Shotsie Michael Buck-Hayes. Buck-Hayes forced his way into Vogler's office, poured gasoline on him, and set him on fire. Vogler, who sustained third-degree burns to 63% of his body, was airlifted to a burn unit....
Virginia Giuffre's family expressed shock at Donald Trump's claim that Jeffrey Epstein "stole" Giuffre from his club. Trump, while denying prior knowledge of Epstein's crimes, said he expelled Epstein for inappropriate behavior towards female employees. The statement follows the Justice Department's interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former girlfriend,...
Max Verstappen has confirmed he will remain with Red Bull Racing through 2028, ending speculation about his future. The four-time world champion, while under contract, had been linked to Mercedes. Verstappen stated his commitment to Red Bull, emphasizing ongoing discussions about car improvements and future plans as evidence...
New research reveals that potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) originated from an interbreeding event between tomato and Etuberosum lineages 8-9 million years ago. This hybridization resulted in the evolution of tubers, a key trait enabling potatoes to thrive in the Andes. Analysis of 128 plant genomes pinpointed specific genes inherited...
The Detroit Tigers are acquiring closer Kyle Finnegan from the Washington Nationals in exchange for two minor leaguers, Josh Randall and RJ Sales. This move aims to bolster the Tigers' bullpen, which has struggled recently. Finnegan, while having a slightly inflated ERA this season, brings valuable closing experience and...
ESPN parted ways with Shannon Sharpe earlier this week, a move Sharpe wished had been delayed until after his brother's Pro Football Hall of Fame induction on Monday. Sharpe expressed disappointment that the news overshadowed his brother's achievement, implying the leak originated from ESPN. He stated he enjoyed his...
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck Muscoy, California, at 9:32 a.m. Thursday, causing shaking across Southern California. A 3.1 aftershock followed three minutes later in Rialto. The Rialto Fire Department reported no immediate damage or injuries, though shaking was felt widely, from Los Angeles to San Diego. The...
Samsung announced record-breaking sales for its Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, exceeding expectations by up to 50%. Pre-orders surged by 25% overall and 60% through US carriers, driven by in-store interest in the devices' thin designs and improved cameras. The Fold 7 saw a 50% increase in...
