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Tobacco giant Altria offers a high dividend yield of 7% but faces business struggles and modest dividend increases, while pharma company Eli Lilly has a lower yield but impressive dividend growth. Altria has a longer streak of raising dividends, but Eli Lilly has seen higher increases in the past five years. Despite Altria's historical performance, Eli Lilly may be the better long-term dividend stock due to its growth opportunities and potential for future yield increases....

During the 2024 presidential campaign, Elon Musk promised $100 to Pennsylvanians for signing a petition supporting free speech and gun rights, as well as $47 for recruiting others, eventually increasing the payment to $100. A canvasser for Musk's America PAC is now suing him for failing to pay $20,000 for signatures, with the lawsuit filed as a class action to seek payment for other workers. Musk's super PAC claims to have paid most signers, and...

A new torpedo bat developed by the New York Yankees, with the help of an MIT physicist, has sparked a fierce debate in the baseball world, leading to record-breaking home runs and accusations of unfair advantage. While the bats are not illegal, some believe they give the Yankees an extreme edge over other teams, prompting concerns about equipment standards and enforcement. Despite differing opinions, the Yankees' success with the torpedo bats has reignited passion and...

Val Kilmer portrayed iconic characters such as Doc Holliday in "Tombstone" (1993) and Philip of Macedon in "Alexander" (2004), showcasing his versatility as an actor. Known for his unpredictable nature on and off the screen, Kilmer left a lasting impression on both viewers and colleagues. Despite early career conflicts, Kilmer's talent as an actor, described as improvisational and enigmatic, ultimately won over those who initially found him challenging. Full Article

Val Kilmer, a versatile Hollywood actor known for his leading roles as Jim Morrison and Batman, died at 65 in Los Angeles due to pneumonia. Despite early success in blockbuster films like "Top Gun" and "Batman Forever," Kilmer also excelled in supporting roles in movies like "Heat" and "The Saint." His enigmatic personality and unpredictable nature left a lasting impression on both audiences and industry insiders, making him a memorable figure in Hollywood history. Full...

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a small plane crash in Tuscarwas County involving a 1973 Cessna 310Q that occurred just after 5 p.m. in Mill Township. The pilot, the sole occupant, died in the crash, which took place shortly after takeoff from Harry Clever Field Airport with no distress calls made prior to the incident. The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration will conduct their own investigations into the cause of...