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Boonchai Wedmakawand | Moment | Getty ImagesThe founder of the company behind the IRL social media app was charged with defrauding investors of $170 million in the company’s 2021 funding round, the Department of Justice said Wednesday.A federal grand jury in Oakland federal court indicted Abraham Shafi, 38 of Hawaii, with wire fraud, securities fraud and obstruction in connection with the scheme, the DOJ said.Shafi was the CEO of Get Together, the parent company of IRL. The company was valued at $1 billion after its 2021 Series C funding round. IRL, which shuttered in June 2023, was a platform for users…

An exterior view of a Cracker Barrel Old Country Store in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania on June 1, 2025. Paul Weaver | SOPA Images | Lightrocket | Getty ImagesIt’s been a busy week for Cracker Barrel Old Country Store’s marketing team.The restaurant chain announced a rebrand and new logo last week, faced widespread criticism from social media users, including President Donald Trump, and proceeded to walk back its plan to change the logo.In that span of time, the company lost and regained almost $100 million in market value, bringing it about back to where it started. The stock gained 8% on Wednesday.The…

There are various green flags that can show up in a courtship.Clear and consistent communication is one, Jessica Small, a marriage counselor and therapist in Colorado, previously told CNBC Make It. Respecting boundaries is another.Conversely, there are red flags it’s worth looking out for when you’re dating to ensure you’re not starting a relationship with someone who could hurt you or make you miserable.In fact, the No. 1 trait that says it’s time to end things with a partner is “somebody who lacks empathy,” says psychotherapist and author of “13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don’t Do,” Amy Morin.Here’s why.’They might…

NEW YORK (AP) — Daniil Medvedev was fined a total of $42,500 by the U.S. Open on Wednesday — more than a third of his $110,000 tournament prize money — for his meltdown during a first-round loss after a photographer wandered onto the court during the match.Tournament referee Jake Garner docked Medvedev $30,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct and another $12,500 for racket abuse. When the match ended, Medvedev repeatedly smacked a racket against his sideline chair, destroying the equipment.Medvedev, a former No. 1-ranked player who won the championship at Flushing Meadows in 2021, was angered on Sunday night when chair umpire…

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A jury has awarded at least $2.2 million to a protester who was shot in the face with a less-lethal munition by a Los Angeles sheriff’s deputy during a demonstration against police brutality in 2020.In the verdict last week, the jury found LA County liable for the injuries sustained by the man, Cellin Gluck, and determined that he suffered $3.5 million in damages. They also awarded his daughter, who was there with him that day, an additional $300,000 for emotional distress.LA County lawyers said in a statement that because the jury found that Gluck and other…

KUWAIT: Lebanese Defense Minister Michel Menassa affirmed that supporting the Lebanese army in implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1701 — which stipulates that weapons be placed solely under the authority of the Lebanese state — was the main focus of his meetings in Kuwait over the past few days. Speaking to KUNA on Wednesday at the conclusion of his official visit, Menassa said that achieving this goal requires extensive resources and equipment, which the Lebanese army currently lacks.Asked about Lebanon’s ability to implement Resolution 1701, he explained that the army will carry out this mission, noting that the Lebanese cabinet…

Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns scrambles with the ball during the third quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the Playoff First Round Game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Dec. 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. Jack Gorman | Getty ImagesGoogle said Wednesday that it reached a short-term extension with Fox to prevent its channels from going dark on its YouTube TV streaming service.However, Google did not specify how long the extension will last.”We have reached a short-term extension with Fox to prevent disruption to YouTube TV subscribers as we continue to work on a new agreement,” Google…

Largest number of license cancellations in history of Public Authority for Industry KUWAIT: The Public Authority for Industry announced on Wednesday that it has withdrawn and cancelled licenses for more than 50 industrial, service and craft plots over the past three months – the largest number since its establishment. In a statement following a board meeting chaired by Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel, the authority said the decision comes in line with directives from the political leadership not to tolerate violations or illegal exploitation of state land.During the meeting, Minister Al-Ajeel issued a decision to withdraw 19 industrial…

KUWAIT: Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Army Maj Gen Pilot Sabah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah emphasized on Wednesday the importance of continuously updating training programs in line with global military developments to enhance the army’s ability to perform field tasks with efficiency and professionalism.In a statement, the General Staff said this came during the Deputy Chief’s field visit to the Land Forces Institute and the Corps of Engineers, where he reviewed their missions, technical support roles and major development projects aimed at strengthening engineering capabilities within the land forces.Maj Gen Sabah stressed that the military places top priority…

KUWAIT: Acting Interior Ministry Undersecretary Maj Gen Ali Al-Adwani announced the ministry’s general department of information systems will introduce more advanced security technology services in the coming period, aimed at boosting operational efficiency and improving service quality for citizens and residents.This came during Al-Adwani’s inspection tour of the general department of information systems, where he reviewed several technical divisions and observed work procedures. He praised the high level of commitment and professionalism he witnessed, stressing the importance of continuously developing performance to ensure accuracy and speed in service delivery.During the visit, Al-Adwani was briefed on electronic systems and smart services…