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Perry School Tragedy, GPT Store Unleashed, Walgreens Stock Plunges
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Centrist Chronicle
January 08, 2024
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In a tragic incident in Perry, a small town in Iowa, a young student lost their life and five others sustained injuries when a gunman opened fire at a high school. This unfortunate event unfolded yesterday, coinciding with the students' return from their winter break and happening during the morning routine as classes were about to commence.
The assailant was identified as Dylan Butler, a 17-year-old student of the school, who reportedly succumbed to a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the site. Butler, who carried a shotgun and a small handgun, is believed to have made a post on TikTok shortly before the incident, although his account was swiftly deactivated.
The identities of the affected individuals have not been disclosed. Among the wounded are four students and one school staff member, all of whom are expected to make a full recovery.
Perry, situated roughly 40 miles to the northwest of Des Moines, boasts a population of about 8,000 people. The high school and middle school share a campus in this community. This shooting is being considered one of the most severe in Iowa's history, judging by the number of victims involved.
As 2024 unfolds, OpenAI is poised to make a significant impact.
This pioneering organization, known for its creation of ChatGPT and as a key player in popularizing generative AI technology, is preparing to unveil its GPT Store. This innovative platform is scheduled for launch between January 8 and 13, 2024. At the GPT Store, developers who have utilized OpenAI's newly released GPT Builder will have the opportunity to offer and profit from their bespoke GPT models.
Walgreens' stock value fell by 5% on Thursday following the announcement of its fiscal first-quarter financial results. Despite exceeding market predictions in both adjusted earnings and revenue, the company made a notable decision to reduce its quarterly dividend by almost 50%.
The prominent pharmacy chain reduced its dividend payout from 48 cents to 25 cents per share. This strategic move, as explained by CEO Tim Wentworth, who assumed his role during this quarter, is aimed at reinforcing the company's long-term financial stability and enhancing its cash reserves.
Following this adjustment, the dividend yield of Walgreens now stands at 3.9%, a considerable drop from its previous yield of over 7%. This change affects its standing in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, where it was previously recognized as the highest dividend-paying stock.