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Nov 27, 2024 | 
moabtimes.com | Sophia Fisher
The annual series of science talks is returning with events this December, January and February, per a Nov. 18 press release from the nonprofit Science Moab. “This year, Science On Tap comes with a twist,” said Science Moab Executive Director Carrie Schwartz.
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Aug 20, 2024 | 
moabtimes.com | Sophia Fisher
Bet you’ve never heard of this fundraiser before: getting a tattoo that supports addiction recovery. But such an event — Tattoos for Recovery — is coming to Moab this Friday and Saturday, Aug. 23 and 24.
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Aug 20, 2024 | 
moabtimes.com | Sophia Fisher
When Moab resident Matthew Fleischman stared down the world’s second-highest mountain this summer, he had one thought in mind: revenge. Fleischman had planned his trip to K2, a gargantuan peak straddling the Pakistan-China border, after he declined to summit Mount Everest during a 2023 “debacle” of a trip. “This trip was kind of payback,” joked Fleischman. Last year, he had reached Everest’s Camp 4 before refusing to climb further, saying he feared for his life amid guide-company mismanagement.
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Jun 26, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
The landscape of online shopping has evolved significantly over the last two decades, with approximately 70% of Americans now shopping online monthly. However, the digital consumer journey presents challenges to e-commerce businesses, including economic pressures and decreasing attention spans. To stay competitive, businesses must overhaul their strategies for sustainability.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, is making a comeback following his recent meniscus surgery, just in time for Wimbledon. Djokovic posted a video on Instagram showcasing his return to the practice court, stretching on grass and serving on a hardcourt. Veteran tennis writer Craig Shapiro took to social media to announce that Djokovic is “pushing hard to play Wimbledon” which is scheduled to begin on July 1.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
Afghanistan made history by advancing to their first-ever T20 World Cup semifinal with a thrilling eight-run victory over Bangladesh in a rain-affected match at the Arnos Vale Stadium. Despite defending a modest total of 115 for five on a difficult pitch, Afghan captain Rashid Khan took four wickets for 23 runs to help dismiss Bangladesh for 105.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
In a recent article for Forbes, Juliet Trnka, CEO of Direct Knowing, discusses how the current emphasis on productivity in the business world may actually be hindering efficiency. Trnka, who is a coach, poet, author, and soul activist, advocates for a presence-based approach to business, where leaders focus on being truly present in the moment rather than just ticking off tasks from a to-do list.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
Ackerley Sports Group, a subsidiary of Seattle-based investment firm Ackerley Partners, is one of the investors in a newly formed company called TMRW Sports, which is launching an indoor golf league called TGL in January. The company, co-founded by golf legends Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, has already reached a valuation of $500 million, with support from various venture capital firms, professional athletes, and music stars.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 has entered the knockout stage, with four teams remaining in the semifinals. The first semifinal will feature Afghanistan facing off against South Africa on June 26 at 8:30pm local time at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago. The second semifinal will see England taking on India on June 27 at 10:30am local time at the Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
globeecho.com | Sophia Fisher
Fantasy Chess, based in Norway, has raised pre-seed funding from investors SNÖ Ventures, Coatue, and funds led by billionaires Yuri Milner and Peter Thiel. The startup was created by Magnus Carlsen, who decided not to defend his chess world championship title last year because he wasn’t having fun. Instead, he decided to bring fantasy sports to the game of chess, leading to the creation of Fantasy Chess, now a venture-backed startup.
