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Business: Riot Platforms is a bitcoin mining and digital infrastructure company. It has bitcoin mining operations in central Texas and Kentucky, and electrical switchgear engineering and fabrication operations in Denver. It operates a bitcoin-driven infrastructure platform. Its segments include Bitcoin Mining and Engineering. The Bitcoin Mining segment is engaged in bitcoin mining. The Engineering segment designs and manufacturers power distribution …

Getty Images There’s a new leader in La Liga. Alexander Sorloth sent Atletico Madrid top of La Liga with a 96th-minute goal in a 2-1 victory over Barcelona. Hansi Flick’s Blaugrana have been leading La Liga almost from the first kick of the season, but Atleti have been charging up the table behind a 12-match winning streak in all competitions.  …

I’ll admit it: I buy $7 oat milk cappuccinos and chocolate croissants before I run errands on Saturdays. When my friends indulge themselves in yoga classes and an afternoon of shopping, they call it “a Meg Day.” December Meg is different. Like the vast majority of Americans, I can’t avoid feeling stressed around the holidays. I have to tighten my …

Liverpool look to enter Christmas atop the league, but they’ll face quite a challenge in an away trip to Tottenham. Winless in their last two Premier League fixtures, injuries are catching up to the Reds during the festive period, but their opponents have a similar issue. With only one fit senior center back at his disposal for the match, Ange …

Professionalstudioimages | E+ | Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump has been vocal about potentially raising tariffs on imported goods, which experts say could bump up car prices. Trump has talked about implementing an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imported goods, as well as adding tariffs of 25% on all products from Mexico and Canada. On Friday, Trump told the European …

Chelsea will have a tough test in an away match against an Everton, a side who are slowly pushing away form the relegation zone only losing one of their last five matches. Sen Dyche’s defense has taken charge, only allowing four goals during that span while keeping four clean sheets, but with Chelsea’s attack coming to town, that’s where things …

The holidays are typically a time for celebration and mirth, but for many people, they’re also incredibly stressful. And if your level of anxiety is rising this December, you’re not alone. Nearly half, 41% of U.S. adults say their stress increases this time of year, according to the American Psychological Association. “I think there’s solace to be had in that …

The demand for cruises continues to rise, and Virgin Voyages has found a unique way to get travelers to choose them. In December, the adults-only cruise line launched an unlimited cruise pass for 2025 sailings with a base fare of $120,000. With this pass, travelers can hop onto any ship, at anytime, from anywhere — for an entire calendar year. …

BIRMINGHAM, England — Pep Guardiola has never been in a situation like this before. You can tell. In 16 years of top level management Guardiola has won more trophies than he could count, propelled great talent to peaks even they couldn’t imagine and set the template for modern coaching. And, as the man down the bar or in the comments …

What’s on Richard Branson’s shopping list this holiday season? The billionaire Virgin Group co-founder says there are a few items his friends and family can expect to receive from him — and that he recommends to CNBC Make It’s readers as well. Because Branson is a consummate salesman, it should come as little surprise that he recommends products from his …