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Aug 02 2025BUSINESS

Walmart Joins the Collectibles Craze: A New Frontier for the Retail Giant

Walmart, a name usually linked to everyday essentials, is stepping into the world of collectibles. This move comes as the market for trading cards and other collectibles is booming. Sales of trading cards on Walmart Marketplace have surged by over 200% compared to last year. This is a big deal becau

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Aug 01 2025BUSINESS

AI's Future: Why Panic is Premature

The idea that AI will soon outsmart humans is gaining traction, but not everyone is convinced. Dylan Field, the head of Figma, a popular design software company, recently shared his thoughts on the matter. He believes that while AI is advancing rapidly, the notion of superintelligent machines taking

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Jul 31 2025BUSINESS

SpaceX: Speed Over Safety?

SpaceX, a leader in space innovation, is now facing two serious legal challenges. Two former employees have taken the company to court, claiming they were fired for raising safety concerns. Both workers say that SpaceX prioritized speed and cost-cutting over worker safety and well-being. Robert Mar

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Jul 31 2025BUSINESS

Why Are People Still Quiet When You've Made It Safe to Speak?

Creating a safe space for people to share ideas is a great start, but it's not the whole story. Many leaders focus on making their teams feel secure, but they often forget to encourage bravery. It's like building a playground but not teaching kids how to play on the equipment. Psychological safety

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Jul 29 2025BUSINESS

Spotify's Stock Takes a Hit: What Went Wrong?

Spotify, the popular music streaming service, recently had a rough day on the stock market. The company's shares dropped over 11%, marking their worst performance since July 2023. The main issue? They didn't meet the financial goals set by Wall Street analysts. Let's break it down. Spotify's revenu

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Jul 29 2025BUSINESS

A New Leader for P&G: What's Next?

Shailesh Jejurikar, a 58-year-old executive, is set to take the helm at Procter & Gamble (P&G) on January 1st. He will succeed Jon Moeller, who has been at the company's head since 2021 and will now take on the role of executive chairman. Jejurikar, who has been with P&G since 1989, has a strong tra

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Jul 28 2025BUSINESS

Boeing Workers Stand Firm: Contract Talks Hit a Snag

Workers at Boeing's St. Louis plant have made their voices heard. They've said no to the latest contract offer. The vote was clear. Over 80% of the union members rejected the deal. The offer promised a 20% pay raise over four years. But the workers wanted more. They feel their hard work isn't being

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Jul 28 2025BUSINESS

How to Spot a Winner: Kevin O'Leary's Guide to Picking Successful Entrepreneurs

Kevin O'Leary, a well-known investor, has a special way of picking people to invest in. He looks for three main things: a strong focus, good listening skills, and the ability to get things done. First, he values a "founder's mindset. " This means the person can focus on what's important and ignore

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Jul 28 2025BUSINESS

Why Being an Ally Makes You a Better Leader

People in power have a big role to play in making workplaces more inclusive. A study found that most folks are open to diversity and inclusion, but they need leaders to show them the way. When leaders support these ideas, it makes a real difference. It turns out that being an ally isn't just good fo

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Jul 28 2025BUSINESS

Chicago's Pope Boom: How Local Businesses Are Cashing In

Pope Leo XIV's election has sparked a wave of creativity among Chicago's small businesses. The city's connection to the new pope has led to a surge in pope-themed merchandise, from beer to baby onesies. This trend, dubbed "the pope economy, " has given a significant boost to local entrepreneurs. Br

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