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Michael Bloomberg Joins A-Rod and Lore in Timberwolves Ownership Bid
sports-business1 year ago

Michael Bloomberg Joins A-Rod and Lore in Timberwolves Ownership Bid

Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore have added Michael Bloomberg to their group to help finalize the purchase of the Minnesota Timberwolves from Glen Taylor. Despite a missed payment deadline and ongoing arbitration, Rodriguez and Lore assert they will become the team's owners. Bloomberg's involvement could resolve financial issues, while fans await the outcome and potential new stadium plans.

National Nonprofit Acquires Maine Newspaper Empire in Landmark Deal
business2 years ago

National Nonprofit Acquires Maine Newspaper Empire in Landmark Deal

A national nonprofit, the National Trust for Local News, is set to acquire most of Maine's newspapers, including the Portland Press Herald, the Lewiston Sun Journal, the Kennebec Journal, the Morning Sentinel, and the Times Record. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the acquisition is seen as a positive outcome for the future of local news in Maine, as concerns about the publications falling into the hands of venture capital groups or hedge funds were alleviated. The nonprofit model is expected to bring sustainability and philanthropic backing to the newspapers, while the current management and employee benefits will remain intact. The sale marks the second major acquisition for the National Trust, which aims to enhance the quality of local news and address the challenges faced by the media industry.