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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — The investigation into the Brown University mass shooting has dragged on for more than four days with no named suspect, motive, weapon or even a clear image of the assailant’s face that might help bring them to justice. Investigators have been hobbled by the lack of clear eyewitness accounts of the shooter and few, if any, cameras in the wing of the building where the attack happened. Despite these difficulties, frustration was mounting Wednesday over the lack of progress.Here are some answers to questions about the attack and investigation:How many students were shot? Who were they?The…
An Oscar statue is pictured at the red carpet of the 97th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on February 28, 2025. Angela Weiss | Afp | Getty ImagesThe 101st Academy Awards will be hosted on YouTube.The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday it’s signed a multiyear deal with the Google-owned service to stream the Oscars starting in 2029 and running through 2033. The exclusive rights deal includes red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content and access to the Governors Ball in addition to the telecast. The coverage of the Academy Awards will be available to…
by Lacey Pfalz Last updated: 8:00 AM ET, Wed December 17, 2025 AmaWaterways is an approachable cruise line offering several opportunities to cruise the Danube River in Europe—but if you or your clients are considering other river cruise opportunities, what makes sailing this river so special?I had the opportunity to travel the Danube on AmaWaterways’ Romantic Danube itinerary onboard the AmaMora during the last week in October. Read on to learn what you could see, what you should pack, and how you can approach your Danube River cruise experience. What’s the Danube All About, Anyway? The Danube is one the major…
Google today released its fast and cheap Gemini 3 Flash model, based on the Gemini 3 released last month, looking to steal OpenAI’s thunder. The company is also making this the default model in the Gemini app and AI mode in search. The new Flash model arrives six months after Google announced the Gemini 2.5 Flash model, offering significant improvements. On the benchmark, the Gemini 3 Flash model outperforms its predecessor by a significant margin and matches the performance of other frontier models, like Gemini 3 Pro and GPT 5.2, in some measures. For instance, it scored 33.7% without tool…
As a search continues for the person behind this weekend’s mass shooting, Brown University was planning to issue early-decision admission offers to applicants Wednesday evening.The Ivy League school delayed the release of the decisions, originally scheduled for Monday, after the shooting left two students dead and nine others wounded on Saturday. The university and public officials were facing mounting questions about security and the investigation as the hunt stretched on with the attacker still at large. Brown informed applicants by email and on social media that early decision offers would be posted online around 7 p.m. EST Wednesday. Under early…
Polymarket banner outside the New York Stock Exchange on Oct. 7th, 2025.Kevin Stankiewicz | CNBCPrediction markets could reach a trillion dollars in annual trading volume by the end of this decade, according to a new report from Eilers & Krejcik, a research firm that specializes in sports and interactive gaming sectors.”Numerous factors, most notably legal and regulatory challenges, could delay or derail the growth of prediction markets,” Eilers & Krejcik partner emeritus and strategic advisor Chris Grove told CNBC. “But the fundamental elements of consumer demand and an array of diverse brands looking to meet that demand are clearly in…
by Sarah Kuta Last updated: 9:40 AM ET, Wed December 17, 2025 The 2026 wave season is officially here, which means your clients can enjoy big savings on cruises booked between now and March. But how can travel advisors make the most of this bountiful booking period? This is not the time to kick back and let your clients come to you — instead, take advantage of all the deals and start 2026 on a high note by following these tips and advice for wave season. Recommend Loyalty Programs Many cruise lines have loyalty programs, from Disney Cruise Line’s Castaway Club to…
Another day, another nine-figure round for a nuclear startup. Radiant Nuclear said today that it has raised more than $300 million, just one day after Last Energy said it had raised $100 million. Three weeks ago, X-energy raised $700 million, and in August, Aalo Atomics raised $100 million. Heck, Radiant itself raised $165 million just six months ago. Given the string of investments, it seems reasonable to ask whether the nuclear world is in a bubble. Investment in the technology has tracked closely with the data center boom. AI requires tremendous amounts of electricity, and tech companies and data center…
The WNBA Players Association executive director told CNBC she remains “frustrated” by the lack of progress toward a new collective bargaining agreement as the league’s new deadline to reach a deal approaches. “We’re a little frustrated with where are are right now, but we are holding to our principles,” Terri Jackson, executive director of the WNBPA, told CNBC Sport in an interview. “We’re staying open to the fact that these negotiations will continue because they must. We will be at the table for as long as they take, and we’re hopeful that there’s enough folks on the team side of…
by Phil Cappelli Last updated: 10:20 AM ET, Wed December 17, 2025 Luxury travel takes center stage in the newly revealed gift bags from Robb Report exclusively available to the winners and presenters at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes. The bags are valued at nearly $1 million and give recipients the opportunity to tailor their selections to their personal interests. There are 18 travel gifts to choose from, including a three-night beachfront villa escape at Casa Bellamar by Destinations in Paradise, a stay at The Muraka undersea residence at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island and a Royal Suite experience at Waldorf…