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LeBron James passes billion-dollar milestone

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has set another record by becoming the first active NBA player to reach billionaire status

According to Forbes, James has earned approximately $380million in earnings for the three teams he represented in his 19 seasons in the premier basketball competition, and over $900m from endorsements and other business ventures.

These include endorsement deals with Nike, AT&T, PepsiCo, and Walmart, as well as investments in Tonal, Lyft and Blaze Pizza.

Last year James earned a whopping $121.2 million, making him the second highest-paid athlete in the world behind only footballer Leo Messi.

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The 37-year-old also holds a minority stake in English Premier League side Liverpool, when he went into partnership with Fenway Sports Group in 2011, before becoming a part owner in the organisation.

James also invested in movie studio SpringHill Entertainment, which helped to produce a film he starred in – Space Jam: A New Legacy.

The only other NBA player to pass the billion-dollar milestone is Michael Jordan, however, Jordan didn’t reach the ten-figure mark until a decade after retirement.

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The ongoing alcohol related research many ignore

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New research shows the impact of alcohol on our gut microbiome.

Alcohol affects gut microbes, potentially leading to gut imbalance and heightened cravings.

Research suggests moderate drinkers have healthier gut microbiomes. While red wine consumption may enhance gut diversity, similar benefits can be found in plant-based and fermented foods. Dysbiosis may worsen addiction, highlighting the need for holistic approaches to treatment.

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Will the Fed reserve’s cautious stance tame inflation or stifle growth?

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The Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged, signalling concerns over the sluggish pace of inflation improvement.

On this episode of Hot Shots – US Fed Reserve aim for 2%, Elon Musk makes a bold Tesla choice, Amazon makes big movies thanks to AI and fast-food restaurants are facing a big issue with customer retention.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Veronica Dudo discuss. #featured #hot shots #ticker today

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Bonza Airlines grounded in financial turbulence

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Navigating uncertainty in Australian aviation

Bonza, a fledgling budget airline, faces uncertainty as it enters voluntary administration, a common occurrence in Australian aviation.

With its sudden cessation of services and aircraft seizure, competition in an industry dominated by a duopoly is disrupted.

Despite transporting over 750,000 passengers within 15 months, regulatory delays hindered its low-cost, low-frequency flight plans until January 2023.

 

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