April jobs data, US dollar, seasonality: Trading Takeaways

People
John Stamos' Birthday Tribute to Bob Saget Features “Full House” Reunion with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen
"Bob was the heart of our ‘Full House’ family,” Stamos said
Associated Press
Napheesa Collier scores 29 to help the Lynx beat the Storm 102-93 in double overtime
Napheesa Collier had 29 points, nine rebounds, five assists and six steals, Kayla McBride added 19 points and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Seattle Storm 102-93 in double overtime on Friday night. Minnesota led 78-67 with 3:22 left in regulation before Seattle scored the next 11 points. McBride missed two free throws with 24.1 seconds left in regulation and she fouled Jewell Loyd on a 3-point attempt at the other end.
BBC
Slovakia at pivotal moment after Robert Fico shooting
At the spot where a man tried to kill a prime minister there is a bullet hole and a small bloodstain. Faint traces of a giant moment that has shocked Slovakia deeply. A month earlier, Robert Fico, Slovakia’s populist leader, was filmed predicting political tensions were so acute "a leading government politician" would end up getting murdered.
Yahoo Sports
Las Vegas tourism arm announces $100,000 sponsorship for every Aces player
That's more than some of the Aces players' salaries.
Associated Press
Drua beat Reds 28-19 to hold on to 8th place in Super Rugby Pacific
Hooker and captain Tevita Ikanivere scored a try in each half as the Fijian Drua beat the 14-man Queensland Reds 28-19 in hot conditions in Suva on Saturday to hold on to eighth place and a playoff chance in Super Rugby Pacific. The Reds were reduced to 14 men for 20 minutes in the second half when winger Suliasi Vunivalu received a second yellow card for a foot trip which was upgraded to a red card. Suva-born Vunivalu was handed a yellow card and conceded a penalty for a foot trip in the first half.
People
Will Smith Teases “I Am Legend 2” with Michael B. Jordan: 'That Dude Is the Truth'
"I think we're going to make it on screen together," said Smith of his and Jordan's upcoming new film
Euronews
“Where is Mama?” – How a Ukrainian boy was abducted by Russian forces
Sasha and his family lived in Mariupol. In the first month of the full-scale invasion, he was forcefully separated from his mother and brought to occupied Donetsk. For weeks, his grandmother Liudmyla didn't know whether he was dead or alive.
BBC
Lanterns, lights and laundry: Photos of the week
A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.
Associated Press
Twins miffed by rare infield shift violation and questionable pitch calls in 3-2 loss to Guardians
Following a one-run loss, Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli was having a hard time processing what had just happened to his ballclub. This one was tough on the Twins. Several questionable pitch calls and a confusing rule violation tripped up the Twins, who dropped their fourth straight game Friday night, 3-2 as the Cleveland Guardians got a home run in the eighth inning from José Ramírez after Minnesota reliever Jhoan Duran got squeezed by plate umpire Roberto Ortiz.
People
Heather and Tarek El Moussa Spend a Day at the Beach with Their 'Sweet Boy' Tristan
The 'Selling Sunset' alum shared a series of sweet Instagram Stories at the beach with her family
Associated Press
Not so fast: Yankees lefty Nestor Cortes called for illegal quick pitch against White Sox
Every now and then, New York Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes looks to catch a hitter off guard with a funky delivery. Other times, he starts all of a sudden with an old-fashioned quick pitch to the plate. Cortes' creativity often delights the Yankee Stadium crowd, especially if it throws off a hitter's timing and earns an easy out.
Business Wire
Faraday Future Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Earnings Webcast Timing
LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2024--Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIE) ("Faraday Future," "FF," or the "Company"), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced that it is scheduled to have a conference call on its fourth quarter and full year 2023 results after market close on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (8:00 p.m. Eastern Time).
Associated Press
Javier Báez has 5 RBIs, Tigers knock out 17 hits in 13-0 pummeling of Diamondbacks
Javier Báez broke out of a season-long slump with five RBIs, Tarik Skubal pitched six dominant innings and the Detroit Tigers pounded the Arizona Diamondbacks 13-0 on Friday night. Coming off consecutive shutouts against Florida, the Tigers roughed up Rhyne Nelson (2-3) with three runs in the third inning and added six more in the fifth while chasing the Arizona right-hander. Detroit had 11 runs by the fifth inning and finished with a season-high 17 hits — seven for extra bases, but no homers.
USA TODAY
Who's hosting 'SNL' Season 49 finale? Cast, musical guest, how to watch May 18 episode
The 49th season of "Saturday Night Live" comes to a close this weekend. Here's what to know about the host and musical guest.
USA TODAY
Fry's coupons from USA TODAY's coupons page can help you save on groceries
Eating out is expensive but dining in isn't always cheap, either. USA TODAY can help you save on groceries with coupons from Kroger.
CNN
Britain’s election campaign hasn’t started yet, but the mudslinging is well underway
When British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak addressed the nation on Monday, he seemed tetchy and tired.
CNN
Hats and gloves come out as coldest May since 1950 grips Chile’s capital region
Straphangers at bus stops clutch steaming coffees and huddle for warmth. On the horizon, views of the Andes are as spectacular as ever, their snow-capped peaks gleaming extra bright after an early season storm
Deadline
Bill Maher Asks “Where’s The Beef” About Reasons For Kendrick Lamar/Drake Feud
Forget the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine. Bill Maher spent the first segment of Friday’s Real Time asking about a cultural battle – the feud between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar. To explain the war of words, Maher brought in Michael Eric Dyson, a professor at Vanderbilt University and author of the book Unequal: …
NY Daily News
Jalen Brunson struggles in first half, Pacers force Game 7 with 116-103 victory against Knicks
INDIANAPOLIS — Maybe it was the foot Jalen Brunson injured in Game 2. Maybe after touching earth in embarrassing fashion in Game 5, Aaron Nesmith got his revenge against the Knicks’ All-Star guard in Game 6. Maybe the decreasing number of bodies plus the rising number of minutes are finally taking a toll. Maybe it was the painful abdominal issue Josh Hart was dealing with that rendered him ...
People
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Settled Civil Lawsuit with Cassie 'So Quickly' Because of 2016 Hotel Surveillance Video, Says Former CIA Agent
Former CIA agent Tracy Walder exclusively tells PEOPLE that she predicts "something will come down soon in terms of charges"

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April jobs data, US dollar, seasonality: Trading Takeaways

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John Stamos' Birthday Tribute to Bob Saget Features “Full House” Reunion with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen

Napheesa Collier scores 29 to help the Lynx beat the Storm 102-93 in double overtime

Slovakia at pivotal moment after Robert Fico shooting

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Not so fast: Yankees lefty Nestor Cortes called for illegal quick pitch against White Sox

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Britain’s election campaign hasn’t started yet, but the mudslinging is well underway

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Settled Civil Lawsuit with Cassie 'So Quickly' Because of 2016 Hotel Surveillance Video, Says Former CIA Agent