ST Now, News As It Happens – July 18, 2019

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Nike’s ‘Moon Shoe’ to sell for $160,000 at auction

NEW YORK (AP) — True sneaker heads have the opportunity to expand their collection with some of the most coveted shoes in the world.

Sotheby auctioned off their sneaker collection for $850,000 with one pair expected to fetch up to $160,000.

These aren’t just any old sneakers but 100 of the rarest, most-coveted sneakers around. The pair that is expected to sell for $160,000 is Nike’s handmade “Moon Shoe” designed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman in 1972. Only 12 of the pairs were made.

Another highlight: Two pairs of Nike Mags inspired by “Back to the Future,” made to raise money for Parkinson’s research. Both models light up and one is self-lacing.

The auction also features a pair of size 9 NikeNKE, -1.24%  Air Jordan II blue suede Derek Jeter shoes, made to commemorate the New York Yankee icon’s 2014 retirement. The starting bid is $30,000.

Bidding runs through July 23.

The skyrocketing cost of securing the southern border, in one chart

In 1990, the U.S. Border Patrol budget came in at $263 million. Three decades later, and that figure, with immigration remaining a pressing issue ahead of the 2020 election, has ballooned to $4.7 billion, according to data from the Department of Homeland Security.

Cost-estimating website HowMuch.net crunched the numbers and put those surging costs into perspective with this chart:

Of note, these figures are not adjusted for inflation.

One look at staffing levels, however, gives a clearer picture of the burgeoning operation. The number of Border Patrol agents has doubled in the past 15 years, and the total budget for border enforcement has set records for the five years running, with more than $20 billion spent during that time period.

As HowMuch.net points out, there have been two major changes since 1990 that have significantly increased budgets. In 1993, the U.S. began its current strategy of concentrated border enforcement along the U.S.-Mexico border. And, 10 years later, the Department of Homeland Security was established, along with ICE.

Stewart Talent Adds Ellen Drantch-Billet, Daniel Ortega As Theatrical Agents

Stewart Talent has added two new agents in its Los Angeles office, as Ellen Drantch-Billet and Daniel Ortega have joined the theatrical department.

Drantch-Billet, a 30-year veteran, has worked on both the management and agency side. Working at ICM, CNA and most recently Media Artists Group, Drantch-Billet participated in the careers of Ricky Martin, Luke Perry, Raymond Cruz and Adam Ant, among others.

On the management side, Drantch-Billet worked at James/Levy/Jacobson for seven years and operated her own company, EDB Management, for 12 years. During that time, she participated in the careers of James Franco, Drew Seeley,  Emma Caulfield and Stephen Amell, among others.

Ortega has been in the film and television business for more than 15 years. He started his career in talent management representing actors, writers, and directors at Lighthouse Entertainment and Principato-Young Entertainment. For the past six years, he worked as a theatrical agent at Pantheon.

Jon Stewart Blasts Sen. Rand Paul For Blocking 9/11 Victims Compensation Funding

Former talk show host Jon Stewart said Sen. Rand Paul was engaging in “fiscal responsibility virtue signaling” by holding up approval the refunding of the 9/11 victims compensation fund.

Paul today was a key vote in blocking Senate approval of the legislation, which would extend funding for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund until fiscal 2090. The bill was passed last week by the House 402-12.

Sounding familiar notes on his pet theme, Paul cited the country’s growing debt and said new spending should be offset by cuts elsewhere.

“It has long been my feeling that we need to address our massive debt in this country. Any new program that’s going to have the longevity of 70, 80 years should be offset by cutting spending that’s less valuable,” Paul said. He was joined by Sen. Mike Lee in placing a hold on the legislation.

The funding is still expected to pass before the August Congressional recess.

Stewart, who appeared before Congress earlier to lobby for the funding, was joined on Fox News by first responder John Feal to talk about today’s action. Both have been part of lobbying Congress to get the funding secured.

Stewart accused Paul of trying to “balance the budget on the backs of the 9/11 first responder community.”

Watch the segment above.

Arizona Iced Tea collaborates with Adidas on 99 cent sneakers

Arizona Iced Tea is breaking into the sneaker business, revealing on social media its collaboration with Adidas.

Arizona Iced Tea is leaping into the sneaker business, revealing on social media its collaboration with Adidas.

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The beverage company has been teasing the mashup on its Instagram page for days, posting a slew of photos of the new kicks.

But this week, Arizona shared that it’s holding a “99¢ Surprise Pop-Up” event on Thursday and Friday in New York City.

“Come drop by and refresh with a can of 99¢ AriZona that will include one pair of the limited-run adidas Continental 80 or Yung 1 silhouettes designed with AriZona brand iconography,” Arizona said in a Facebook post for the event.

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Those wishing to snag the shoes must bring $1 bills, the company said. Sneakers will only be available while supplies last, with a one pair per person limit.

A representative for Adidas did not immediately return FOX Business’ request for comment.