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May 03 2025BUSINESS

Chicago Casino Construction Hits a Snag

The Chicago casino project, led by Bally's, has run into trouble. The Illinois Gaming Board has halted work at the site in River West. Why? They found out that an unauthorized waste hauler, with past ties to organized crime, was being used. This company, D&P Construction, was hired by the Chicago Co

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May 03 2025BUSINESS

The Power Play in Drug Pricing

The world of drug pricing is a complex web of influences. It is a world where manufacturers and retailers are constantly finding new ways to sell their products. This includes opening up online stores alongside their traditional brick-and-mortar locations. To understand how this affects drug pric

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May 03 2025BUSINESS

Guessing Farm Prices: A New Way to Predict Market Shifts

The price of farm goods like rice, wheat, and corn can swing wildly. Why? Because they're swayed by seasons, supply and demand, policy shifts, and weather changes. These swings don't just affect farmers; they ripple through the entire economy. To get a handle on these price swings, a new forecastin

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May 03 2025BUSINESS

Flying in Style: New Private Suites Hit the Skies

A major airline is shaking up long-haul travel with a fresh take on premium seating. This airline is rolling out private suites on some of its newest planes. These suites come with sliding doors and fancy chaise lounge seats. The goal is to make flying more comfortable and private for those willing

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

Newark Airport: The Never-Ending Wait

Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey is experiencing a tough time. For five days straight, passengers have been facing major delays. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has pinpointed the issue: not enough air traffic controllers. This problem has been ongoing since Monday. Equip

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

The Annual Gathering of Investors in Omaha

The Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting is a significant event that has evolved dramatically over the past 60 years. The event started small, with just a handful of attendees in 1965. Today, it draws around 40, 000 people from all over the world to Omaha, Nebraska. This gathering is often referred to

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

Tianjin's Stalled Skyscraper Gets a Second Chance

The construction of the Goldin Finance 117 tower in Tianjin, China, is finally getting back on track. This tower, known as "China 117, " has been sitting unfinished for a decade. It was supposed to be a major part of Tianjin's skyline, but the Chinese stock market crash in 2015 put a stop to that. N

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

The Price Tag on Cheap Chinese Goods

The United States is set to close a significant trade loophole, which will have a direct impact on the pricing strategies of popular Chinese online retailers like Shein and Temu. This loophole, known as the "de minimis" exemption, has allowed these companies to ship low-value items to the US without

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

Xbox Prices Climb: What's Behind the Sudden Jump?

In today's tech world, price changes happen all the time. But when a big name like Microsoft raises prices on popular items, it's worth taking a closer look. Recently, Microsoft announced that Xbox consoles, games, and accessories will cost more in the United States and Canada. The company pointed t

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

Kohl's CEO Out: A Sudden Change at the Top

Kohl's, a well-known retail chain, has recently gone through a significant change. The company's board decided to fire its CEO, Ashley Buchanan. This decision came after an investigation found that Buchanan had been involved in some questionable business deals. Specifically, he had directed the comp

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