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  • Harvey Weinstein begs for rape trial to be moved up, ‘can’t hold on anymore’ amid cancer battle


    Harvey Weinstein begged the court to push his trial date forward as he battles cancer.

    Judge Curtis J. Farber set Weinstein’s rape retrial for April 15 during Wednesday’s hearing. However, the disgraced entertainment mogul claimed he would not be here in April.

    “I’m asking and begging you to switch,” Weinstein told the judge in a rare direct address to the court. “I can’t hold on anymore. I’m holding on because I want justice for myself.”

    Weinstein told Judge Farber that he was given the “wrong pills” earlier Wednesday morning but “caught” the mistake at the “right moment.”

    HARVEY WEINSTEIN HOSPITALIZED AFTER ‘ALARMING BLOOD TEST’ AS REP CONFIRMS LEUKEMIA DIAGNOSIS

    Harvey Weinstein begged the court for an earlier trial date due to his declining health as he battles cancer. (Jefferson Siegel/The New York Times via AP, Pool)

    “I am begging for you to move your date, so we can proceed with trial as quickly as possible, so I can get out of this hellhole,” he claimed. “There are so many people suffering in Rikers island. They don’t have the same mouthpiece. It’s a medieval situation. This is something that has to be stopped.”

    Farber told Weinstein and his lawyers he was trying to resolve and move the trial up, but as of now, April 15 is the date that works.

    “Judge Farber demonstrated exceptional responsiveness, and we deeply appreciate his thoughtful consideration of Harvey’s condition and circumstances,” Weinstein’s representative, Juda Engelmayer, told Fox News Digital in a statement. “He is literally batting for his life. We remain confident in a swift and efficient trial process and firmly believe that Harvey will be fully exonerated.”

    “I am begging for you to move your date, so we can proceed with trial as quickly as possible, so I can get out of this hellhole.”

    — Harvey Weinstein

    Former film producer Harvey Weinstein has been outspoken about the conditions at Rikers Island. (Timothy A. Clary/Pool Photo via AP)

    HARVEY WEINSTEIN RUSHED FROM PRISON TO HOSPITAL FOR EMERGENCY HEART SURGERY

    Harvey Weinstein appears in court for a hearing in his sexual assault case on Jan. 29. (Jefferson Siegel /The New York Times via AP, Pool)

    Weinstein was rushed to Bellevue Hospital in December after receiving an “alarming blood test.” At the time, his rep confirmed the former film producer had been diagnosed with leukemia.

    “Mr. Weinstein, who is suffering from a number of illnesses, including leukemia, has been deprived the medical attention that someone in his medical state deserves, prisoner or not. In many ways, this mistreatment constitutes cruel and unusual punishment,” Engelmayer previously told Fox News Digital in a statement.

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    Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 conviction was overturned in April 2024. (Scott Heins)

    Weinstein’s team has been adamant about his declining health in recent months, claiming he is “basically getting no treatment” for his various medical issues.

    “All I can tell you is he is not getting the treatment he deserves,” Weinstein’s lawyer, Arthur Aidala, said after a court hearing in July. “He needs some relief. We are very confident of the outcome of this trial… he will get acquitted. There is a lot of light at the end of the tunnel for Mr. Weinstein.”

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    Harvey Weinstein was originally convicted of criminal sexual assault and third-degree rape in 2020. (Getty Images)

    A New York appeals court overturned Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction this past April, ordering a new trial in a stunning reversal of a landmark #MeToo case.

    In a 4-3 decision, the court found that Weinstein’s trial judge allowed prosecutors to call women who said Weinstein had assaulted them to testify, even though their accusations did not specifically relate to the entertainment mogul’s charges.

    Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years in prison after being convicted in February 2020 of forcing oral sex on TV and film production assistant Mimi Haley in 2006 and third-degree rape of hairstylist Jessica Mann in 2013. He was acquitted of first-degree rape and two counts of predatory sexual assault from actor Annabella Sciorra’s allegations of rape in the 1990s. Weinstein has denied ever engaging in non-consensual sex.

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    Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood producer currently serving a 23-year prison sentence for rape and sexual assault, has reportedly begged for his upcoming rape trial to be moved up due to his deteriorating health.

    Weinstein, who is battling cancer, allegedly told his lawyers that he “can’t hold on anymore” and fears that he may not live to see the trial date. The trial, originally scheduled for May 2022, is now set to take place in September of this year.

    Weinstein’s legal team has argued that the delay in the trial is causing undue stress and suffering for their client, who is already in poor health. They are pushing for an expedited trial date in order to give Weinstein a chance to defend himself before it’s too late.

    However, many critics have pointed out that Weinstein’s health concerns should not take precedence over the need for justice to be served. The numerous allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse against him cannot be ignored, and his health should not be used as a way to delay or manipulate the legal process.

    As the trial date approaches, the public will be watching closely to see how the court handles Weinstein’s plea for an expedited trial and whether justice will be served for his victims.

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  • PUTORSEN Easel TV Stand for 43 to 65 inch LED LCD OLED Screens Hold up to 88lbs, Height Adjustable Tripod TV Floor Stand with Shelf/Snap Lock/Anti-Tip Strap, Max VESA 400x400mm, Space Grey


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    This height-adjustable tripod TV floor stand can hold up to 88lbs, making it perfect for most television models. The built-in shelf is great for storing your media devices or decorations, while the snap lock and anti-tip strap ensure your TV stays securely in place.

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  • Thompson makes 32 saves, Capitals hold off Flames


    Blake Coleman scored, and Dustin Wolf made 20 saves for the Flames (24-18-7), who have lost two straight following a three-game winning streak.

    “I thought it was a pretty good game,” Coleman said. “Honestly, I felt like we deserved better. Just some critical situations was the difference. I think at 5-on-5, I don’t feel like it was even that close who the better team was. We just didn’t find ways to put pucks in the net. A few breakdowns and mental mistakes.”

    Dubois put Washington up 1-0 at 1:51 of the first period with a wrist shot from the hashmarks over Wolf’s glove after a turnover into the slot by MacKenzie Weegar.

    “I don’t know what the stats are but the team that usually scores the first goal gets a pretty big advantage on winning the game,” Dubois said. “You want to score first, but there’s a lot of hockey left and we did a good job of closing it off.”

    Coleman tied it 1-1 at 12:17 of the second period when he tipped Tyson Barrie‘s point shot by Thompson’s blocker on a power play created by a Dubois minor for unsportsmanlike conduct.

    Strome gave the Capitals a 2-1 lead at 15:12. He backhanded a shot by Wolf’s glove on a 5-on-3 power play with Coleman in the box for closing his hand on the puck during Calgary’s kill of Brayden Pachal‘s initial minor for hooking.

    “Fluke thing,” Coleman said. “I catch it with my top hand, which is kind of an uncomfortable spot to be in. Just a little mental mistake, wasn’t sure what to do with the puck really. It puts us on a 5-on-3 and they capitalize. Can’t give teams with good power plays that opportunity.”



    In a thrilling matchup, goaltender Zach Thompson made 32 saves to lead the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames. Despite facing a flurry of shots, Thompson stood tall between the pipes and made key saves to preserve the win for his team.

    The Capitals got off to a strong start, with goals from Alex Ovechkin and T.J. Oshie giving them an early lead. However, the Flames fought back and closed the gap in the second period with goals from Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuk.

    In the third period, Thompson made several crucial saves to keep the Flames at bay and secure the win for the Capitals. His performance earned him praise from his teammates and coaches, who credited him for his outstanding play in the game.

    Overall, it was a hard-fought victory for the Capitals, who showed resilience and determination in holding off the Flames. With Thompson’s stellar performance in net, the team looks poised for success as they continue their push towards the playoffs.

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  • Quentin Tarantino on Why He’s Putting Next Film on Hold Until Son Is Older


    Quentin Tarantino is putting fatherhood ahead of directing his final film.

    On Monday, Jan. 27, the Pulp Fiction director, 61, told an audience at the Sundance Film Festival that he’s in “no hurry to actually jump into production.” Instead, Tarantino is giving all his focus to raising his two children.

    “I’ve been doing that for 30 years,” he said of his work in the industry. “Next month my son turns 5, and I have a 2½-year-old daughter. When I’m in America, I’m writing. When I’m in Israel? I’m an abba, which means father.”

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    “The idea of jumping on a voyage when they’re too young to understand it is not enticing to me,” he added of his kids. “I kind of want to not do whatever movie I end up doing until my son is at least 6. That way he’ll know what’s going on, he’ll be there, and it will be a memory for the rest of his life.”

    When it comes to his daughter, Tarantino teased she’s “already such a genius” that “she’ll just get it.”

    The Kill Bill director shares his two children with his wife Daniella. The pair welcomed their son Leo in February 2020, and their daughter, whose name hasn’t been released to the public, in July 2022.

    Daniella Pick and Quentin Tarantino.

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    When speaking with Jimmy Kimmel on Jimmy Kimmy Live in 2021, Tarantino said he and his wife almost didn’t name their firstborn “Leo.”

    “We almost didn’t name him that because people would assume I named him after Leonardo DiCaprio,” the director said. “There’s nothing wrong with that, but … he’s named after my wife’s grandfather, but also because, just in our hearts, he was our little lion.”

    When Kimmel jokingly asked how soon it would be before Leo was “saying the F-word,” which is common in many of his guest’s films, Tarantino joked with a laugh, “As soon as possible.”



    Quentin Tarantino on Why He’s Putting Next Film on Hold Until Son Is Older

    In a recent interview, acclaimed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino revealed that he has decided to put his next film on hold until his son is older. The director, known for his unique style and bold storytelling, explained that he wants to be able to fully focus on his family during this crucial time in his son’s life.

    Tarantino, who welcomed his first child with wife Daniella Pick in February 2020, expressed his desire to be present for his son’s early years and to prioritize his role as a father. He emphasized the importance of being there for his child as he grows up and cited his own experiences as a childless filmmaker as a reason for his decision.

    While fans may be disappointed by the news of Tarantino’s hiatus from filmmaking, the director made it clear that he is not retiring and that he plans to return to the industry when the time is right. In the meantime, he is looking forward to spending quality time with his son and enjoying this new chapter in his life.

    Tarantino’s decision to put his career on hold in favor of his family is a refreshing reminder of the importance of balancing work and personal life. It serves as a testament to the filmmaker’s dedication to his family and his commitment to being a present and involved father.

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  • 2 Vanguard ETFs to Buy With $500 and Hold Forever


    When you think of investing in stocks, you probably think of considering each company one by one, researching that particular player — and then buying if the investment case looks solid. And this is a key part of building your path to wealth. But along with that, there’s another almost effortless way of investing that could significantly increase the value of your portfolio.

    It involves investing, with one simple move, in many leading companies all at once. You can do this by getting in on a good exchange-traded fund (ETF), an asset that includes a number of stocks according to a particular theme such as an industry or investment style. Today, at the start of a new investing year, it’s a great idea to consider two particular themes that should serve you well in the current bull market and over the long term. The following Vanguard ETFs fit the bill, making them the perfect choices to buy right now with a little more than $500 and hold forever.

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    1. The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF

    The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG -3.27%) offers you exposure to more than 200 large-cap growth stocks, making this an investment that’s likely to boost your portfolio during times of market growth. And since it favors well-established companies with solid track records, you can count on performance to hold up even during difficult times.

    The fund tracks the S&P 500 Growth Index, and mirroring this benchmark, invests most heavily today in technology stocks, which represent 39% of the fund in terms of weight. And the most heavily weighted tech stocks include some of the biggest winners of the moment — and stocks that have proved themselves over time — including Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft. They’re each weighted between 6% and 12% in the fund.

    Though tech is the place to be these days, the great thing about this ETF is it gives you exposure to 11 industries, and that translates into instant diversification. Communication services and consumer discretionary make up the second and third biggest industries right now in the ETF, with weightings of 14% and 13%, respectively. On top of this, the ETF, following the index it tracks, may change composition over time with the idea of always offering you exposure to the top growth buys of the day. This Vanguard ETF has demonstrated its strength over time, delivering a gain of more than 110% over the past five years.

    2. The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF

    The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG -0.66%), tracking the S&P U.S. Dividend Growers index, favors stocks that have a proven track record of dividend growth. An investment in this ETF brings you more than 300 solid large-cap stocks with this bonus: a focus on passive income. Dividends during strong market times will add to your winnings, and even better, during down times they can limit your losses — and offer you recurrent income you can count on no matter what the market is doing.

    Like the Vanguard Growth fund, this ETF also is heavily weighted in tech stocks — here at 25%. But industries known for dividend payments, such as financials and healthcare, follow closely behind. Financials hold a weight of 21%, while healthcare stocks have a weighting of 14% in the ETF. Among the top 10 stocks in this fund, you’ll find Broadcom, JPMorgan Chase, and UnitedHealth Group.

    Why is it important to focus on stocks that have a track record of dividend appreciation? Because by consistently increasing their dividends, these players have shown that rewarding shareholders is important to them. This suggests they may stick with the policy. And these market giants also have the financial resources to support ongoing dividend payments.

    This Vanguard fund hasn’t soared as much as the growth ETF I mentioned — it’s climbed 55% over five years — but it offers you a stability over time that makes it a fantastic forever holding.

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    You can easily buy ETFs as you would a stock as they trade throughout daily trading sessions just like a stock. That means you don’t need any special expertise to buy them. One point to be aware of, though, is they come with fees as expressed by the expense ratio. To ensure these fees don’t eat into your performance over time, choose an ETF with an expense ratio of less than 1%. The Vanguard Growth and Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETFs are right on target, with expense ratios of 0.1% and 0.06%, respectively.

    All of this makes these ETFs fantastic “no effort” and inexpensive additions to your investment portfolio in 2025 and beyond.

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      If you’re looking for a one-stop solution to investing in the entire U.S. stock market, look no further than Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI). This ETF provides exposure to a broad range of U.S. equities, including large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap stocks. With a low expense ratio of just 0.03% and a history of steady growth, VTI is a solid choice for long-term investors looking to build wealth over time.

    2. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS)

      Diversification is key to building a resilient investment portfolio, and Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) can help you achieve just that. This ETF provides exposure to thousands of international stocks across developed and emerging markets, giving you access to global growth opportunities. With a low expense ratio of 0.08% and a track record of solid performance, VXUS is a great option for investors looking to diversify their holdings and capture returns from around the world.

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  • Cease-Fires in Gaza and Lebanon Will Most Likely Hold for Now, Analysts Say


    The cease-fires in Gaza and Lebanon will most likely hold for now, despite being tested to their limits over the weekend, because all sides want to avoid full-scale fighting at least for a few weeks, analysts said.

    In southern Lebanon, Israeli troops remained in position past the deadline on Sunday for their withdrawal, amid Israeli claims that Hezbollah had broken its own pledge to leave the area. In Gaza, Hamas failed to release a female hostage whom Israel had hoped would be freed on Saturday, prompting Israel to delay the agreed return of displaced Palestinians to their homes in northern Gaza.

    But even as each side accused the other of reneging on their deals, analysts said, both Israel and its opponents had reasons to remain flexible and temporarily overlook the other’s transgressions.

    Hezbollah, though angry at Israel for keeping troops in southern Lebanon, would risk a devastating Israeli counterattack if it renews its rocket strikes on Israeli cities. Hamas wants to retain power in Gaza and risks losing it if war returns. And Israel needs to maintain the current arrangement in Gaza long enough to free at least two dozen more hostages. Israeli leaders have also appeared eager to placate President Trump, who campaigned on a promise to keep peace in the Middle East.

    Illustrating their desire to prolong the Gaza truce, Israel and Hamas seemed to resolve the weekend’s crisis close to midnight on Sunday. The government of Qatar, a mediator between the sides, said that the female hostage, Arbel Yehud, would be freed this week along with two others who would be released ahead of schedule. In return, Israel said that it would allow displaced Palestinians to return to northern Gaza on Monday morning.

    As for Lebanon, the White House announced that the truce there would be extended until Feb. 18, though there was no immediate comment from Israel or Hezbollah. The Lebanese prime minister’s office confirmed the extension.

    Aaron David Miller, a former U.S. negotiator in Middle East peace talks, said, “They’re going to get through the next few weeks — beyond that is anyone’s guess.”

    “These are not agreements between the United States and Switzerland. They’re agreements that depend on each side giving the other a certain discretion and margin for maneuver,” he added. “That is their weakness, but also their strength.”

    That wriggle room ultimately allowed both truces to survive the weekend, even as Israeli troops shot and killed people in both Lebanon and Gaza who were trying to return to areas still controlled by Israel.

    The Lebanese Health Ministry said that 22 people had been killed by Israeli fire in southern Lebanon, and the Palestinian Authority’s news agency said that one person had been killed in Gaza as large crowds in both places gathered near Israeli troops, demanding to go home.

    But by Monday morning, the standoff in Gaza appeared set to ease. In Lebanon, Hezbollah issued a statement praising the residents attempting to return and calling on foreign powers to force Israel to withdraw. But Hezbollah did not resume its rocket fire.

    Analysts say that Hezbollah is unlikely to risk further losses while its leadership is decimated and its benefactor, Iran, is weakened. Also, the group’s main arms supply route, through Syria, was blocked in December when the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad, an ally of Hezbollah, was ousted by rebels.

    Hezbollah’s commanders do “still have some rockets, they have some guns, they can do something,” said Hanin Ghaddar, a Lebanese analyst at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, a foreign affairs research group.

    “But it’s suicidal if they do this, because they know that any kind of attack by Hezbollah in Israel means that Israel will take the opportunity to come back full blast and annihilate whatever is left of them,” Ms. Ghaddar added.

    Hezbollah is also probably wary of losing support among its Shiite Muslim base, particularly in next year’s parliamentary elections, Ms. Ghaddar said. Lebanon’s Shiite community paid the largest price for Hezbollah’s decision to go to war with Israel in October 2023 in solidarity with its ally Hamas. Shiite villages and towns in southern Lebanon bore the brunt of Israel’s ensuing air campaign and ground invasion.

    “If the Shia do not vote for them, this is the end of Hezbollah,” said Ms. Ghaddar, the author of a book about Hezbollah’s relationship with its base. “They cannot really do anything if they don’t know 100 percent that the Shia community is going to support it.”

    Because Hezbollah is less likely to resume fighting, the Gaza cease-fire is considered the frailest of the two truces.

    But its biggest stress test is not expected until the beginning of March, when Hamas and Israel must decide whether to extend the arrangement beyond an initial 42-day truce.

    For now, Israel has signaled it wants to maintain the cease-fire to sustain the flow of hostage releases. But an extension would require both sides to agree to a permanent end to the war — a bridge that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel has appeared unwilling to cross. Mr. Netanyahu’s coalition government relies on far-right lawmakers who seek permanent Israeli control of Gaza, and his administration could collapse if the war ends with Hamas still in charge.

    The terms of the agreement allow for some flexibility. The truce can continue beyond the 42-day mark as long as both sides remain negotiating about whether to make the arrangement permanent.

    But Israeli officials say they will not remain locked in endlessly fruitless negotiations, especially if Hamas stops releasing hostages. And Hamas is unlikely to keep freeing the hostages, its main bargaining chip, without an Israeli promise to cease hostilities permanently.

    “Hamas wants a cease-fire but not at all costs,” said Mkhaimar Abusada, a Palestinian political scientist from Gaza. “They want a cease-fire that ends the war.”

    Much could depend on President Trump’s willingness to cajole Mr. Netanyahu toward a more lasting truce. Mr. Trump’s private messages to the Israeli prime minister were crucial to the forging of the initial phase, but it remains to be seen whether the American president will maintain that position beyond a few weeks.

    “If Netanyahu succeeds in convincing Trump of the need to renew the war, there’ll probably be a renewal of the war,” Mr. Abusada said. “If Trump keeps his promise that he doesn’t want any wars and he wants more peace — whether it’s in Gaza, Ukraine or all over the world — that’s a different thing.”



    After weeks of intense fighting and bloodshed in Gaza and Lebanon, a glimmer of hope has emerged as both sides have agreed to cease-fires. Analysts say that these truces will most likely hold for now, providing much-needed relief for the war-torn regions.

    The cease-fires come after international pressure and mediation efforts, signaling a willingness from both parties to de-escalate the conflict and work towards a peaceful resolution. While the situation remains fragile and tensions are still high, the temporary halt in hostilities is a positive step towards ending the cycle of violence.

    Analysts caution that the root causes of the conflicts must be addressed in order to achieve lasting peace. Issues such as political grievances, economic disparities, and security concerns must be addressed through dialogue and negotiation.

    Despite the challenges ahead, the cease-fires in Gaza and Lebanon offer a glimmer of hope for the people living in these war-torn regions. It is now up to both sides to uphold their commitments and work towards a sustainable peace for the benefit of all.

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  • Oklo Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?


    This little microreactor company still has a lot to prove.

    Oklo (OKLO 7.84%), a nuclear power start-up backed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, went public by merging with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) on May 10, 2024. The stock opened at $15.50 on its first day but eventually plunged and closed at $8.45.

    Oklo’s stock eventually sank to an all-time low of $5.59 on Sept. 3, but it subsequently soared to about $42 as of this writing. That massive rally would have turned a $10,000 investment into more than $75,000 in less than five months. Let’s take a closer look at Oklo’s business and see if it’s the right time to buy, sell, or hold this volatile stock.

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    What does Oklo do?

    Oklo was founded in 2013 by MIT graduates Jacob DeWitte and Caroline Cochran. Sam Altman, who owned a 2.6% stake in the company at the time of its public debut, served as its CEO for three years before handing the reins to DeWitte in 2024. Altman remains on board as the company’s chairman and is still the person most closely associated with its brand.

    Oklo develops microreactors that run on metallic uranium fuel, which is denser and cheaper to fabricate than traditional uranium fuel pellets. This process produces minimal carbon emissions, while traditional nuclear power plants can emit between 2 to 130 tons of CO2 per gigawatt hour (GWh) of energy produced.

    Oklo’s flagship microreactor, Aurora, costs $70 million and can generate 15 megawatts (MWe) of electricity. By comparison, the construction cost of a traditional nuclear reactor is $5,500 to $8,100 per kilowatt (kWe), so it would cost $82.5 million to $121.5 million to build a comparable 15 MWe reactor. Oklo’s Aurora reactors can be scaled up to 50 MWe, and they can operate for more than 10 years without being refueled.

    Oklo started working with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) back in 2016. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) then approved its permit to build its first reactor in Idaho in 2019, and the DOE granted it additional design and environmental approvals over the following years. However, it doesn’t expect to bring its first reactor online until 2027.

    So how do we value Oklo’s stock?

    Without any revenue, Oklo is a difficult company to properly value. It also didn’t present any long-term revenue or profit forecasts during its pre-merger presentation in 2023. Therefore, it’s hard to tell if this company, which has an enterprise value of $4.5 billion, is undervalued or overvalued.

    The bulls believe its revenue will soar once it deploys its first reactors and scales up its business. It should also benefit from the expansion of the adjacent small modular reactor (SMR) market. Big tech companies like Alphabet‘s Google and Amazon are already ramping up their investments in SMRs to support their rapidly expanding data centers, and the DOE recently greenlit up to $900 million in cost-shared funds for the development of more SMRs.

    Over the past year, Oklo has signed new data center partnerships with the U.S. government as well as the natural gas and backup solutions provider RPower. It’s also reportedly exploring a potential partnership with the nuclear fuel company Lightbridge (LTBR -20.96%). All of these deals — which caused its pipeline (as measured by its letters of intent) to roughly triple to 2,100 MW since July 2023 — could set up some firm foundations to rapidly expand its business beyond its initial project in Idaho.

    With a single $70 million microreactor generating 15 MW of electricity, 2,100 MW of power would translate to roughly $9.8 billion in sales for Oklo. Yet it could take years for it to actually recognize all of that revenue — and it will continue racking up losses and burning more cash until that happens. On the bright side, Oklo won’t go bankrupt anytime soon, since it ended its latest quarter with $288.5 million in cash and equivalents with a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.1.

    Unfortunately, Oklo’s insiders and top investors don’t seem that enthusiastic about its future. Its insiders were net sellers over the past three months, while Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest has been pruning its ETFs’ positions in Oklo since last October.

    Is it time to buy, sell, or hold Oklo’s stock?

    Oklo, just like the SMR builder NuScale Power (SMR -3.82%), is still a highly speculative investment. Its technology sounds incredible, but I wouldn’t touch its high-flying stock until I see it make some more progress toward deploying its first reactor. Its pipeline certainly looks healthy with so many letters of intent, but those letters don’t equal guaranteed revenues yet. Therefore, this is still a stock to either sell or avoid until the near-term hype cools down.

    John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool’s board of directors. Suzanne Frey, an executive at Alphabet, is a member of The Motley Fool’s board of directors. Leo Sun has positions in Amazon. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet and Amazon. The Motley Fool recommends NuScale Power. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.



    Oklo Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

    Oklo Inc. is a promising company in the nuclear energy sector, with a focus on advanced fission technology. With the increasing demand for clean and sustainable energy sources, Oklo’s innovative approach has caught the attention of investors.

    So, should you buy, sell, or hold Oklo stock?

    Buy: Many analysts see Oklo as a strong buy, with its unique technology and potential for growth in the nuclear energy market. The company has secured partnerships and contracts with major players in the industry, indicating a bright future ahead.

    Sell: On the other hand, some investors may be cautious about investing in a relatively new and unproven technology like advanced fission. If you are risk-averse and prefer to invest in more established companies, selling Oklo stock might be the better option for you.

    Hold: For those who are already invested in Oklo stock, holding onto your position could be a good choice. The company’s long-term prospects look promising, and holding onto your investment could pay off in the future.

    Ultimately, the decision to buy, sell, or hold Oklo stock depends on your risk tolerance and investment goals. It’s important to do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any decisions.

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  • 2 ETFs to Buy in 2025 and Hold Forever


    Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been around for about three decades, but they’ve grown in popularity in recent years. They trade on the market, so they’re much easier to invest in than traditional mutual funds, and they often come with low expense ratios instead of high management fees.

    Vanguard is one of the top names in ETFs. All of its ETFs track an index, so they’re passively managed and come with some of the lowest fees you can find. The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO -0.30%) and the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG -0.35%) are two excellent ETFs to invest in today. They offer value right now and for the long term.

    Each one is a solid investment on its own, but they also complement each other. Let’s take a closer look at both.

    The full power of the market

    It’s a well-known aphorism that it’s hard to beat the market. To add another cliche, if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em. That’s where investing in an index fund that tracks the S&P 500 comes in.

    Many investors know about S&P Global‘s SPIVA scorecard, which measures how large-cap equity funds fare versus the S&P 500. The most recent data, for the first half of 2024, shows that 57% of these funds underperformed. That’s not unusual.

    If you believe in the U.S. economy, it makes a lot of sense to invest in the S&P 500, which is a selection of the top 500 stocks in the country. Even Warren Buffett, who has beaten the market by a wide margin over time, recommends investing in this type of index fund. Berkshire Hathaway, his holding company, owns two different ETFs that track the index, although they make up a small percentage of the company’s portfolio.

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    The S&P 500 changes every so often, switching out companies that don’t meet its market capitalization threshold. Investing in this kind of instrument gives you the passive power of getting exposure to the best stocks without having to pick them yourself.

    The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF is a great choice because it comes with the Vanguard name, and Vanguard has a long track record that leads to trust. It also has a low expense ratio of 0.03%, as compared to 0.77% for similar ETFs.

    The S&P 500 is up 27% over the past year, and investing in this ETF is a no-brainer way to unlock the value of investing in the broader market.

    The leading growth stocks on the market

    The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF takes the invest-in-the-market concept up a notch. Instead of the full scale of stocks in the S&P 500, this ETF invests in the S&P 500 Growth Index, which is about 200 stocks. That’s still a good amount of diversification, but in terms of growth, it’s the cream of the crop.

    That has led to strong results over time, and the Growth ETF has outperformed the regular ETF in both the short term and the long term. It’s up 38% over the past year, and that translates into an even wider margin since the ETFs were created.

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    If you’d invested $10,000 in each of them 10 years ago, you’d have $6,880 more today from the Growth ETF. It still has the same trusted name and low fees as the regular Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, with an expense ratio of 0.1% versus 0.94% for similar ETFs.

    There is more risk since there are fewer stocks, and it’s growth-focused. That could work against you when the market prizes value over growth. But this isn’t an ETF full of new, risky stocks. It’s still anchored by the large, established companies that feature high up in the S&P 500, like Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia.

    If I had to choose one of these Vanguard ETFs, I’d choose the S&P 500 Growth ETF. But if you can invest in both, you’re getting even more security while putting the growth ETF to work for your money.

    Jennifer Saibil has positions in Apple. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Apple, Berkshire Hathaway, Microsoft, Nvidia, S&P Global, and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.


    1. ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK)
      The ARK Innovation ETF is a top pick for long-term investors looking to capitalize on disruptive innovation. Managed by Cathie Wood and her team at ARK Invest, this ETF focuses on companies that are at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and genomics. With a track record of outperforming the market, the ARK Innovation ETF is a solid choice for investors seeking exposure to high-growth sectors.

    2. Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI)
      For investors looking for broad market exposure, the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF is an excellent choice. This ETF tracks the performance of the entire U.S. stock market, providing investors with diversified exposure to thousands of companies across various sectors. With a low expense ratio and a history of steady performance, the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF is a reliable option for long-term investors looking to build a solid foundation for their portfolio.

      By investing in these two ETFs, investors can gain exposure to both high-growth sectors and the broader market, positioning themselves for long-term success in their investment journey.

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