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DoorDash will pay $131.5 million to settle claims that the company underpaid delivery workers in New York City. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the agreement Tuesday, calling it the largest worker settlement in the city’s history. The deal also adds a monitoring system designed to track DoorDash’s compliance with New York City delivery worker pay laws. […]
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Bright cereal colors are getting a natural makeover. General Mills announced Wednesday that it has removed artificial colors from all of its U.S. cereals, including popular brands such as Lucky Charms and Trix. The company now uses colors from fruits and vegetables, along with spices such as turmeric and paprika. These ingredients help maintain the […]
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Online shoppers often rely on product labels to make informed choices, especially when buying items promoted as being made in the United States. A new study suggests that artificial intelligence shopping assistants from Amazon and Walmart can identify questionable “Made in USA” claims, but may not be actively used to remove or flag those listings. […]
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Currency markets shifted direction on Wednesday as the US dollar gave back most of its earlier gains after Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh indicated that inflation expectations and inflation risks have eased in recent weeks. Investors are now closely watching Thursday’s US jobs report, which could shape expectations for the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate […]
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Bitcoin took a heavy hit this month, falling nearly 15% after Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin-focused firm Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) revealed on June 1 that it had sold 32 BTC during the previous week. The move surprised the crypto market and triggered fresh concerns about short-term selling pressure. The announcement carried extra weight because Strategy had spent […]
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Amazon continues to stretch beyond online retail, and the company’s latest move into supply chain services has added a fresh layer to the discussion around AMZN stock. After reporting first-quarter earnings, Amazon confirmed the rollout of Amazon Supply Chain Services, expanding access to freight transportation, fulfillment, warehousing, distribution, and parcel delivery. The announcement quickly drew […]
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Argentina has approved a major shift in its glacier protection framework, opening a new chapter for copper development while triggering sharp debate across political and environmental circles. The revision, passed by Congress on Thursday, alters a long-standing 2010 law that restricted mining near glaciers. The move comes as President Javier Milei pushes a broader economic […]
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Global oil markets have entered a volatile phase as tensions linked to the Iran war continue to disrupt production and transport across key energy corridors. Prices are swinging sharply, reflecting uncertainty around supply, political signals, and the risk of further escalation. Oil prices surged dramatically at the start of the week before reversing just as […]
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Gold regained momentum on Friday, climbing more than 2% after softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data renewed expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts later this year. The rally reversed losses from the previous session, when prices slid sharply following strong employment numbers. Spot gold rose 2.25% to $5,030.45 per ounce as of 4:01 p.m. ET. Just a […]
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has rolled out new tax deduction rules that reshape how Americans, families, and businesses can save money this year. These updates follow the passing of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB), signed into law on July 4, 2025. The goal is clear, reduce the tax load for working individuals, […]
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The momentum women spent years building in the workplace is slipping, and the warning signs are getting harder to ignore. Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Meta and founder of LeanIn.org, is raising serious concerns about where corporate America is headed. Based on new research and firsthand observation, she describes the current environment as one of […]
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The latest data from S&P Global shows that the Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for the euro area stands at 52.4, nearly matching October’s 52.5 and remaining well above the 50 threshold that separates expansion from contraction. Analysts had expected the reading to remain unchanged, reflecting steady private-sector activity across the region. Service Sector Drives […]
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Even in an era of financial anxiety — with talk of higher taxes and a shaky stock market — disciplined investors are still finding their way to success. Take Ollie Perry, for example, who reached £1 million in his ISA before turning 37. His story proves that patience and strategy still matter more than luck. […]
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Retail, travel, and dining executives are no longer treating all customers as equal. Spending patterns have split in ways that leave businesses with a hard choice: double down on the high earners who are still opening their wallets, or try to keep hold of price-sensitive shoppers who are quietly pulling back. The reality is that […]
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One of Target’s long-standing perks is about to shrink. Starting July 28, the retail giant is scaling back its price match policy — a benefit many shoppers have come to rely on for small but meaningful savings. This change shifts how customers compare and shop at Target, especially against major competitors like Amazon and Walmart. […]
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The second wave of tariffs under President Trump’s leadership had experts bracing for an economic shake-up. Warnings were loud and clear: consumer prices would climb fast, inflation would spiral, and household budgets would take a hit. But months into the tariff expansion, reality tells a different story — at least for now. What’s Happening With […]
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Bitcoin made waves once more as it surged to nearly $112,000 on Thursday, only to stumble the following day. After an impressive two-day climb that saw the cryptocurrency reach record territory, Friday brought an abrupt change. A sharp downturn in value followed statements from former President Donald Trump, sparking concern across financial markets, including stocks […]
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It’s no longer sufficient for U.S. companies to track interest rates and quarterly trends. These days, strategy meetings sound more like foreign policy briefings. What used to be background noise—tariffs, sanctions, export controls—is now the soundtrack of modern business. If that sounds dramatic, ask the semiconductor firms rerouting billions in capital after a single policy […]
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Starting an online T-shirt business can seem like a dream for anyone looking to earn passive income. The allure of making money while you sleep is enticing, especially for busy individuals looking to balance family life, work, and personal pursuits. However, the reality often doesn’t match the glossy promises made in online videos and blog […]
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Lawmakers in Arizona are considering a major shift in tax policy that could impact thousands of workers in the service industry. A proposed bill aims to make tips exempt from state income tax, aligning with a promise made by former President Donald Trump. Supporters argue this would provide relief to tipped employees, but critics warn […]
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