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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

A Shift in the Media Maze: Kushner's Firm Steps Back

In a surprising turn, Jared Kushner's investment group, Affinity Partners, has decided to exit the race to back Paramount Skydance's ambitious bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. This move comes after a significant shift in the investment landscape since they first got involved last October. The firm's

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

From Teacher to Wall Street: Jeffrey Epstein's First Big Break

Jeffrey Epstein's journey to wealth began with a chance encounter. In 1976, Epstein, a math and physics teacher at Dalton School, attended an art gallery event. There, he met a parent who was impressed by his math skills. This parent connected Epstein with Ace Greenberg, a top executive at Bear Stea

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Virginia's Power Play: The Data Center Debate

Virginia is known for its data centers. These buildings are big and need a lot of power. They bring money to the area but also cause some problems. People are worried about the power these centers use. They can power nearly 900, 000 homes. That's a lot! Some people think this is not good for the en

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Big Changes at the Top: Why CEOs in Consumer Goods Are Leaving Faster

In today's fast-paced market, consumer goods companies are seeing a lot of CEO changes. Why? Boards are getting impatient with slow growth, trade worries, and the challenge of reaching younger shoppers. It's like a game of musical chairs, with CEOs coming and going more quickly than ever. Data show

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Champaign County's Changing Food Scene: What's In and What's Out

Champaign County is seeing a lot of changes in its food and drink scene. Some familiar spots have shut down, while new ones are popping up. This shift shows how the area is always changing. New places are opening up all the time. Dutch Bros Coffee, a popular coffee chain, started serving drinks on

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giants Reshape Teams to Ride the AI Wave

Big changes are happening in the world of tech banking. Goldman Sachs is mixing up its team to keep up with the growing AI industry. This isn't just about AI itself. It's about all the stuff that makes AI work, like the internet and computer chips. Two leaders, Yasmine Coupal and Jason Tofsky, are

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Small Businesses Bet Big on Tech to Stay Ahead in 2026

In 2026, small businesses are gearing up to invest more in technology. A recent study shows that 55% of them plan to spend more on tech, while only a small 5% are looking to cut back. This shift highlights how important technology has become for staying competitive and meeting customer needs. Techn

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

The Big Price Tag on Oracle's Cloud Deal

Oracle recently made headlines with a massive financial commitment. They agreed to pay a staggering $248 billion over 20 years. That's a lot of money! To put it into perspective, that amount could buy a lot of things. For example, you could purchase every piece of art in the Louvre. And still have e

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

How Do Chain Restaurants Keep Prices Low?

Chain restaurants are everywhere in the United States. They are affordable, familiar, and comforting. Even with financial struggles and changing food trends, they stay open. This is because they have a system to manage costs and keep food consistent. Chain restaurants need to make money. They do th

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

The Never-Ending Story of Warner Bros. Mergers

Warner Bros. is no stranger to big business deals. Over the years, it has been involved in many mergers and acquisitions. Some of these deals have not gone well. In fact, Warner Bros. has a reputation for messy corporate marriages. This reputation is so well-known that people joke about it being a "

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