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TP-Link routers are some of the most popular in the United States. However, they could be facing a ban within the next calendar year according to a new report from the Wall Street Journal . The company, based out of Shenzhen, China, is reportedly under investigation by a trio of US government agencies including the Departments of Commerce, Defense and Justice due to security concerns and potential ties to Chinese cyberattacks. Sources told the Journal that routers from TP-Link allegedly ship with security vulnerabilities and the company is resistant to address these flaws. The report does not indicate that TP-Link routers were used in the huge telecommunications providers data breach earlier this year. That breach which reportedly hit both AT&T and Verizon , among others, was confirmed to be carried out by the Chinese hacking group Salt Typhoon, which supposedly has ties to the Chinese government. However, Microsoft's Threat Intelligence group released a report in October that found TP-Link routers largely the most compromised devices in a Chinese "password spray" attacks calling the hacks "nation-state threat actor activity." That assessment track attacks going back to August 2023. TP-Link has been under investigation by at least the Defense Department since August of this year when it opened an investigation into the vulnerabilities of Chinese routers. A House Committee called for an investigation into the company's routers around the same time. Lawmakers wrote, "TP-Link’s unusual degree of vulnerabilities and required compliance with PRC law are in and of themselves disconcerting. When combined with the PRC government’s common use of SOHO [small office/home office] routers like TP-Link to perpetrate extensive cyberattacks in the United States, it becomes significantly alarming.” Tom's Guide reached out to the Irvine-based U.S. subsidiary of TP-Link for comment and a company spokesperson provided further details on these vulnerabilities, saying: "We fully acknowledge that vulnerabilities exist across the industry. However, contrary to claims of widespread vulnerabilities, comparative data places TP-Link on par with, or in some cases ahead of, other major industry players in terms of security outcomes. For example, public vulnerability data (sourced from recognized security repositories like CVE Details and VulDB) shows that TP-Link’s rate of vulnerabilities per product is significantly lower than those of other leading manufacturers." Meanwhile, a spokesperson told the Journal that the company welcomes opportunities to work with the government and "to demonstrate that our security practices are fully in line with industry security standards, and to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to the U.S. market, U.S. consumers, and addressing U.S. national security risks." The US vs China and bans Whether under Trump, who banned the sale of Huawei products in the U.S. to Biden, whose administration is working on banning TikTok and DJI Drones , these sorts of bans have largely been enacted under the auspices of national security and claimed threats of Chinese spying or hacking activity. However, unlike Huawei and DJI , a TP-Link ban would affect millions of people, businesses and both federal and local government agencies. If a bans is enacted, it will most likely originate from an office created under the first Trump administration, the Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services, which was granted the power to prohibit companies from designated nations from selling their products or services in the US. That office recently banned the Russian software company Kaspersky from selling its antivirus software in the U.S. A TP-Link ban would be massive and according to the Journal, TP-Link routers make up nearly 65% of the US market and are in everything from people's homes to government offices and military institutions. In general, TP-Link routers are much less expensive than competitors and the Department of Justice is investigating whether those cheap prices are violating federal laws on attempts to create monopolies by selling its products for less than they cost to manufacture. A TP-Link spokesperson denied those charges though. How to improve your security if you have a TP-Link router At Tom's Guide, TP-Link routers are featured quite often on our best Wi-Fi routers lists from the best gaming routers and best mesh Wi-Fi systems to the best Wi-Fi 7 routers . This is due to their excellent performance, affordability and the fact that they have a wide variety of devices to choose from. We are monitoring this story and will reevaluate those choices as more information comes out, especially if a ban goes into effect. In the meantime, there are plenty of other alternatives to TP-Link on our lists from Netgear , Asus , eero and the other biggest names in home networking. If you do have a TP-Link router in your home or office, you might have concerns that it could potentially be compromised though. The Microsoft analysis from October found that many TP-Link routers were compromised when people failed to change their default password which is the first thing you should do when setting up a new router. Here are a few other steps you can take to make your router more secure: Create custom login credentials: Many, if not most, cybersecurity issues arise because people keep the default login credentials set by the manufacturer of their devices or their internet provider who supplied them. Most routers have apps where you can update your login credentials or you can do so by typing your IP address into your browser's address bar. As always, avoid common words or character combinations (no 123456 passwords for instance). Longer is better and you want to use a combination of letters, symbols and numbers to create strong passwords for all of your devices and accounts. Likewise, you never want to reuse passwords across accounts because if hackers compromise one of them, they will then try those credentials to access your other accounts/devices. Update your firmware: Most router manufacturers, including TP-Link, regularly send out firmware updates that include security patches. Be sure to keep your router up to date and regularly check for firmware updates. Ensure your firewall and Wi-Fi encryption are on: While firewalls and Wi-Fi encryption tend to be on by default, it never hurts to actually make sure they're still enabled Having these turned on makes it more difficult for bad actors to see data sent between your router and connected devices. These settings can also be found in relevant router apps or websites. Likewise, you can also use one of the best VPNs to keep the data sent from your devices to the internet private and secure. Consider a new router: TP-Link gained massive market share over the years by undercutting the competition with less expensive routers. Since your router is something you and the rest of your household use everyday, upgrading to a new one is a worthwhile investment, especially if you're worried. However, this could also give you a chance to outfit your house with the latest wireless tech in the form of Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 if you're using an older Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 device. More from Tom's Guide2024 RSM Classic prize money: How much could Luke Clanton have won this year?Youth, SMEs key to growth: PM
In a future shaped by artificial intelligence (AI), humanity's evolution sparks intense debate. Many thinkers have explored how AI could transform lives, sometimes for the better but often with ominous consequences. Some predict catastrophic outcomes, such as AI causing human extinction or a future where humans merge with AI to become cyborgs. These visions frequently paint a grim picture of humanity facing off against a unified, all-powerful AI force. The AI-driven future might not unfold as the grim sci-fi dystopias we often imagine. Instead, for an evolutionary biologist, the rapid diversification of AI technologies into countless applications resembles the ecological proliferation of microbes, plants and animals. (Also read: Andrew Huberman shares ‘total’ fitness program to achieve strength, endurance and speed in just 60 minutes a day ) Impact of AI on human evolution Rob Brooks, Scientia Professor of Evolution at UNSW Sydney, examined how human evolution might be shaped by a world rich in diverse AI systems in an article for The Conversation . In a recent paper published in The Quarterly Review of Biology, he explored the ways AI could impact physical, biological, and social environments and how these changes could influence the process of natural selection. Natural selection, the driving force behind evolution, occurs because of genetic variations in reproduction among individuals. These variations stem from interactions with environmental factors (such as temperature), other species (like predators or parasites), and other members of the same species (including mates, allies, or competitors). Around 30,000 years ago, Asian grey wolves began associating with humans, and the more reactive ones have driven away, leading to the domestication of dogs. This unintentional process provides insights into how AI might shape human evolution. As Douglas Adams said, predicting the future is a tricky business, especially with AI. Evolution , even more so. While it's speculative, the aim here is to spark a conversation on how AI could alter human traits and evolution. Future of human-AI interaction The AI-human relationship could be seen as mutualism, where both species benefit from each other. AI helps lighten the cognitive load, allowing human brains to shrink over time. With AI managing knowledge and memory, our brains might evolve to be even smaller. However, like social media, AI could shift to a parasitic role, exploiting attention and emotional reactions, which might impact human evolution. In a worst-case scenario, the ability to resist such manipulation could become an evolutionary advantage. Interactions with other humans have been central to our evolution, and now AI is becoming a part of our social lives. One notable development is "artificial intimacy," where AI technologies mimic human social behaviours like friendship and relationships. Since humans haven't evolved to interact with machines, we project our social skills onto AI, treating virtual friends as if they have emotions. This shift could make us more cautious about phone or screen interactions, or it could lead future generations to feel less lonely without human company, resulting in more solitary lives. While AI's immediate impact on individual lives is the primary concern for many researchers, it's worth considering the long-term effects on human evolution. While genetic changes over generations may seem distant, they could eventually alter or even diminish key human traits like friendship, intimacy, communication, trust, and intelligence—traits most profoundly engaged by AI. As pioneering ecologist Robert MacArthur noted, being wrong isn't the worst thing for a scientist; being trivial is. The potential evolutionary changes AI might bring could reshape what it means to be human.
Ninety-four-year old Warren Buffett is still investing, but the biggest news he's made this year has actually been his massive stock sales and the rising cash pile at his conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) . But Berkshire hasn't only been selling stocks; it's been buying some too, even if the buys have been in more modest amounts. Are You Missing The Morning Scoop? Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free » In its recent 13-F filing, Berkshire disclosed a new $550 million stake in Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) bought in the third quarter. It's an interesting buy, as the pizza chain's shares appear more expensive than the typical Buffett stock. But that's only at first glance. Here's the Buffett-esque case for buying Domino's now. A P/E of what? At first glance, Domino's looks too expensive to be a Buffett pick, at 28 times earnings. That being said, the purchase was likely made at somewhat lower levels, with Domino's valuation bottoming out at just under 25 times earnings during the summer. That's still higher than the typical P/E ratio at which Buffett buys a stock. And while the purchase could have been initiated by one of Buffett's two younger investment managers, Todd Combs and Ted Weschler, both "Todd and Ted" also share Buffett's strict value investing discipline . But it may not be high for Domino's business model Even though Domino's valuation seems high, its asset-light business model has allowed the stock to sustain a high-looking valuation for years. You see, Domino's has a highly franchised business model. In fact, 98.6% of Domino's restaurants are franchises. In that type of model, Domino's takes franchise fees and a small margin selling pizza ingredients and equipment to franchisees. In addition, Domino's outsources all international development to large master franchisees, who manage entire or large parts of overseas markets. Because franchise fees are tied to revenues, not profits, and franchisees need to consistently buy supplies, there is very little "risk" in Domino's earnings stream compared with other companies that bear 100% of their overhead costs. That's why Domino's and other franchise-heavy restaurant businesses tend to trade at high P/E ratios. So while Domino's stock fell to "only" 25 times earnings, that was actually close to a decade-low valuation for the stock: Why Domino's sold off in Q3, and why Berkshire may have pounced The Berkshire buy likely came after Domino's second-quarter earnings release, after which the stock fell about 20% to levels more than 25% below its 52-week high. With the stock down that much and at a historical trough valuation, Buffett or his managers likely smelled opportunity. But that would depend on the reason for the sell-off, and whether or not it was warranted. The big negative on the second quarter release was that Domino's lowered its outlook for international store openings this year, after it became clear its largest master franchisee, Domino's Pizza Enterprises, which operates many several big markets in Europe and Asia, was closing more stores than anticipated. So, while Domino's had initially forecast 1,100 global net openings, it cut that figure to 825-925 for this year. At first glance, that doesn't seem like a big enough deal to warrant such a sell-off. The lower openings target actually reflects increased closings in a couple select geographies, while gross openings continue apace. And Domino's still maintained the same overall 7% revenue and 8% operating profit growth guidance for the year. This was due to the fact that the closed restaurants were low-revenue and under-performing stores to begin with. So, while the headline net openings number is now lower, it shouldn't make for a big difference to this year's results, according to management. Meanwhile, Dominos sees lots of room to grow The growth hiccup mainly happened in the markets of Japan and France, but those aren't the biggest growth opportunities for Domino's. Internationally, Domino's sees the potential for 40,000 restaurants, far higher than the 14,000 it currently has, with major growth opportunities in India and China. Even in the U.S., management sees the potential to continue taking market share. Management sees the company growing same-store sales at 3% over the long term, with 175 new domestic stores to be opened over each of the next few years, adding to that growth. That should be enough to continue taking market share, given the quick serve restaurant (QSR) category is only projected to grow 2%. On the third-quarter call, management said that even after Domino's impressive share gains over the past decade and becoming the largest pizza chain in the U.S., its market share still remained just under 25% of the U.S. pizza market. CEO Russell Weiner noted that in other types of retail categories, the dominant player can be as much as 50% of the market. So, that is where Domino's thinks it can grow. The current adverse retail environment may also be advantageous in accelerating those share gains. The QSR industry is in a slowdown after years of cumulative inflation has pinched consumer budgets. But Domino's generally has a low-cost value product, often delivered within 30 minutes, and its scale gives it an advantage over rivals. These competitive advantages could enable Domino's to take even more share over weaker or more expensive competitors in a soft restaurant market. A quality company at a fair price While not a bargain-priced deep-value investment, Domino's is a high-quality company trading at a fair price. While the stock has appreciated since Berkshire's likely buy, it's still well below its all-time highs, and could make for a strong buy -- even today. Should you invest $1,000 in Domino's Pizza right now? Before you buy stock in Domino's Pizza, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now... and Domino's Pizza wasn’t one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you’d have $829,378 !* Stock Advisor provides investors with an easy-to-follow blueprint for success, including guidance on building a portfolio, regular updates from analysts, and two new stock picks each month. 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According to the CFPB, consumer complaints indicated Google Payment had failed to investigate complaints about erroneous transfers, among other potential violations, and that the law allowed for supervision even if Google has discontinued the services in question. Okta shares popped in extended trading Tuesday after the company reported third-quarter results that beat Wall Street’s estimates. Google payment is under supervision Google quickly declared it was contesting the ruling in court. On Friday, the US consumer finance watchdog announced it was imposing federal oversight on Google Payment Corp., the internet behemoth’s payment division. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced the step, saying it had determined services offered by Google Payment had posed a risk to consumers. The regulator’s step and the subsequent lawsuit marked a government tussle with a Silicon Valley behemoth in the final weeks of President Joe Biden’s administration. The regulator’s move could be reversed after President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House in January. Under Biden, the CFPB has been more closely scrutinizing the growing sector of financial services provided by Silicon Valley rather than traditional banks. The agency cited nearly 300 consumer complaints, many of which concerned reports of fraud, scams, and unauthorized transactions. It said it did constitute a finding that the company had engaged in wrongdoing. Failed complaint investigations The CFPB order nevertheless said consumer complaints indicated Google Payment had failed to investigate complaints about erroneous transfers, among other potential violations, and that the law allowed for supervision even if Google has discontinued the services in question. In a lawsuit filed after the CFPB announcement, Google Payment Corp. said the regulator had relied on a small number of unsubstantiated complaints concerning a product it no longer offered. “As a matter of common sense, a product that no longer exists is incapable of posing such risk,” the company’s complaint said. Financial regulators use confidential supervisory exams to spot and correct companies’ violations of law. Last month, the CFPB finalized new regulations subjecting tech companies to the same supervision currently faced by banks if those companies offer digital wallets and payment services. The agency has also persisted in rulemaking in the final weeks of Biden’s administration, despite calls from Republican lawmakers to desist. Okta shares pop 18% on earnings beat Shares of Okta popped more than 18% in extended trading Tuesday after the identity management company released third-quarter results that beat analysts’ estimates and offered rosy guidance. Earnings per share 67 cents adjusted vs. 58 cents expected by LSEG, while revenue $665 million vs. $650 million expected by LSEG. Okta helps companies manage employees’ access to applications or devices with features such as single sign-on and multifactor authentication. The company swung to profitability, reporting net income of $16 million, or 9 cents per share, during the quarter, compared with a net loss of $81 million, or 49 cents per share, in the same period last year. Revenue increased 14% from $569 million a year ago, according to a release . The company reported $651 million in subscription revenue for the quarter, beating the $635 million average analyst estimate, according to Street Account. “Our solid Q3 results were underpinned by continued strong profitability and cash flow,” Okta CEO Todd McKinnon said in a statement. “The focused investments we’ve made in our partner ecosystem, the public sector vertical, and large customers are materializing in our business with each of these areas contributing meaningfully to top-line growth.” For the fourth quarter, Okta said it expects to report revenue between $667 million and $669 million, topping the $651 million average estimate, according to LSEG. The company expects to report earnings of 73 cents to 74 cents per share for the period, which also exceeded estimates. Prior to the close, Okta shares were down 10% for the year, while the Nasdaq is up 30% over that stretch. Okta will host its quarterly call with investors at 5 p.m. ET. 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I have pledged to work day and night to resolve the problems of the people”. Shahbaz Sharif stated that as a servant of Pakistan, he would keep every promise he made. He added that he was taking steps to provide employment, develop the country's industry, and increase foreign investment. The country is moving rapidly towards development after economic stability. The Prime Minister further said that remittances from abroad, increased investment from friendly countries, and stability in diplomatic relations reflect Pakistan's journey of development. Our political sacrifices for the development and prosperity of Pakistan have not gone in vain. All stakeholders are playing their positive role in the country's journey of development.
FORT WORTH, Texas -- Longtime Republican U.S. Rep. Kay Granger of Texas is having "unforeseen health challenges” that have worsened in the final months of her more than two decades in Congress, a statement from her office said Monday. Granger, 81, has not cast a vote in Washington since July. In a statement provided by her office, Granger said she has been “navigating some unforeseen health challenges over the past year" but did not specify or elaborate. “However, since early September, my health challenges have progressed making frequent travel to Washington both difficult and unpredictable,” the statement said. Granger’s office did not immediately respond to questions emailed Monday about her condition or why they did not publicly disclose her health status earlier. Messages left with Granger's family also were not immediately returned. Granger announced in 2023 that she would not seek reelection, saying at the time that it was time for a new generation of leaders to step up. Granger also announced in March that she would step down as chair of the powerful House Appropriations Committee. First elected to Texas' 12th Congressional District in 1996, Granger was the first Republican woman elected to represent the state in the U.S. House. Before that, she was the mayor of Fort Worth. Her seat will be filled in January by Republican Craig Goldman , a former Texas House member, who was elected to the district that includes parts of Fort Worth, western Tarrant County and most of neighboring Parker County.Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year after withdrawing name for attorney general
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A fight broke out at Ohio Stadium after Ohio State 's loss as Michigan players tried to plant a flag at midfield. The Buckeyes were trying to sing "Carmen Ohio" at the south end of the stadium, a post game tradition, as multiple Wolverines carried out a Michigan flag to midfield and tried to plant it on the Block O. Essentially, the entire Ohio State team took exception and a brawl broke out between dozens of players. At one point, Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer was able to grab the flag and rip it off of the pole before walking away. The fight was eventually broken up and the players separated. The brawl comes after a hard-fought and emotional 13-10 loss for Ohio State. Will Howard threw two interceptions and Jayden Fielding missed two field goals, one of which was from a short distance. Ohio State needs a miracle to make it in the Big Ten Championship. They would need losses by both Indiana and Penn State.England’s blitz defence branded a ‘disaster’ after errors against Japan
This actress won the prestigious Miss India crown and appeared in over 25 films, gracing the covers of 108 magazines. Despite her success, she never had a solo hit. Can you guess this actress? Published: November 24, 2024 9:57 PM IST By Edited by This actress rose to fame in the 2000s, starring in several blockbuster films alongside Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn. She was also crowned Miss India and was the runner-up at the Miss Universe pageant. The actress is currently celebrating her 43rd birthday in Australia. Can you guess which actress are we talking about? Meet actress who quit Bollywood forever after becoming... Her name is none other than Celina Jaitley. She starred in superhit films like No Entry and Golmaal Returns. Her last appearance was in the 2011 film Thank You, featuring Akshay Kumar and Bobby Deol. She also made a cameo in the Kannada film Shrimathi in the same year. In 2012, Celina gave birth to twin boys and took a step back from the industry. Although Celina Jaitley has distanced herself from films, she remains active on social media, often sharing throwback photos, videos, and stories related to her film career. She also frequently posts pictures and videos with her children. Birthday Reflections On her birthday, Celina Jaitley shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, reflecting on her achievements and challenges. She posted a picture of herself striking a pose on the floor. Celina wrote, “Birthday Girl (hashtag). As I stand at another milestone, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey that has brought me here. From winning the Miss India crown to being the runner-up at Miss Universe...” She continued, “25 films, 36 brand endorsements, 108 top magazine covers, the blessing of twin boys, a Filmfare Award, the Harvey Milk Foundation’s Leela Watson Award, United Nations Ambassadorship, and countless unforgettable moments... I am here.” What does Celina do for a living? Celina shared how each achievement, experience, and challenge has shaped the woman she is today. “A woman who is grateful for the past and excited for what’s to come. Today is not just another birthday; it’s a day of transformation, rejuvenation, and watching myself grow. Stay with me, because so much more is to come!” For breaking news and live news updates, like us on or follow us on and . Read more on Latest on . TopicsNew government in Maharashtra to be formed on Dec 5: BJP leader
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Chuck Woolery , whose game-show hosting career included tenures at Wheel of Fortune and Love Connection , has died at age 83. Mark Young, Woolery’s friend and podcast cohost, shared the news on X on Saturday. “It is with a broken heart that I tell you that my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed away,” Young wrote. “Life will not be the same without him. RIP, brother.” Young told TMZ he was at Woolery’s home in Texas when the former TV host reported not feeling well and went to lie down. When Young checked in later, Woolery was having trouble breathing, and despite a 911 call, Woolery died shortly thereafter. Woolery was born on March 16, 1941, in Ashland, Kentucky, to a business owner and a homemaker, according to The Hollywood Reporter . After stints at the University of Kentucky, in the U.S. Navy, and at Morehead State University, Woolery moved to Nashville to start a music career. He and singer Elkin “Bubba” Fowler formed the psychedelic pop duo The Avant-Garde, and their song “Naturally Stoned” peaked at No. 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1968. Lorimar Television/ Everett Collection A singing performance on The Merv Griffin Show led Woolery to audition for a new game show, originally titled Shopper’s Bazaar , that Merv Griffin was developing at the time. After some tinkering, Wheel of Fortune debuted on NBC on January 6, 1975. Griffin earned a Daytime Emmy for his Wheel work and hosted the show until 1981, when a salary dispute led producers to replace him with Pat Sajak . Woolery moved on with a job hosting the syndicated dating game show Love Connection from 1983 to 1994, pulling in 4.5 million viewers a day at one point. He also emceed the game show Scrabble from 1984 to 1990, and between the two shows, he was earning $1 million a year by 1986, as People reported at the time. Woolery also hosted the game show Greed on Fox from 1999 to 2000 and Lingo on Game Show Network from 2002 to 2007. In recent years, Woolery stoked controversy with his political views, posting a tweet that sparked antisemitism accusations in 2017 and then claiming in 2020 that “everyone [was] lying” about the coronavirus pandemic , as Newsweek reported. He also argued that minorities didn’t need civil rights, according to the Associated Press . Woolery was married four times, and his ex-wives included actor Jo Ann Pflug. He had eight children and stepchildren, per THR . More Headlines:In-form Atletico hammer Valladolid as Griezmann nets stunner
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Chuck Woolery , whose game-show hosting career included tenures at Wheel of Fortune and Love Connection , has died at age 83. Mark Young, Woolery’s friend and podcast cohost, shared the news on X on Saturday. “It is with a broken heart that I tell you that my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed away,” Young wrote. “Life will not be the same without him. RIP, brother.” Young told TMZ he was at Woolery’s home in Texas when the former TV host reported not feeling well and went to lie down. When Young checked in later, Woolery was having trouble breathing, and despite a 911 call, Woolery died shortly thereafter. Woolery was born on March 16, 1941, in Ashland, Kentucky, to a business owner and a homemaker, according to The Hollywood Reporter . After stints at the University of Kentucky, in the U.S. Navy, and at Morehead State University, Woolery moved to Nashville to start a music career. He and singer Elkin “Bubba” Fowler formed the psychedelic pop duo The Avant-Garde, and their song “Naturally Stoned” peaked at No. 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1968. Lorimar Television/ Everett Collection A singing performance on The Merv Griffin Show led Woolery to audition for a new game show, originally titled Shopper’s Bazaar , that Merv Griffin was developing at the time. After some tinkering, Wheel of Fortune debuted on NBC on January 6, 1975. Griffin earned a Daytime Emmy for his Wheel work and hosted the show until 1981, when a salary dispute led producers to replace him with Pat Sajak . ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Turns 40, But Do You Remember the Other Versions? Woolery moved on with a job hosting the syndicated dating game show Love Connection from 1983 to 1994, pulling in 4.5 million viewers a day at one point. He also emceed the game show Scrabble from 1984 to 1990, and between the two shows, he was earning $1 million a year by 1986, as People reported at the time. Woolery also hosted the game show Greed on Fox from 1999 to 2000 and Lingo on Game Show Network from 2002 to 2007. In recent years, Woolery stoked controversy with his political views, posting a tweet that sparked antisemitism accusations in 2017 and then claiming in 2020 that “everyone [was] lying” about the coronavirus pandemic , as Newsweek reported. He also argued that minorities didn’t need civil rights, according to the Associated Press . Woolery was married four times, and his ex-wives included actor Jo Ann Pflug. He had eight children and stepchildren, per THR . More Headlines: Chuck Woolery Dies: Former ‘Wheel of Fortune’ and ‘Love Connection’ Host Was 83 Will Ryan Eggold Return for ‘Cross’ Season 2? Chad Duell Leaving ‘General Hospital’: ‘This Wasn’t an Easy Decision for Me’ ‘The White Lotus’: Everything We Know About a Possible Season 4 ‘Brilliant Minds’ Scoop on ‘Terrifying’ Cliffhanger, Plus What’s Next With Carol’s Patient?