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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Black Women Founders: Build Slow, Learn Fast

Mark Cuban, a billionaire businessman, knows a thing or two about building successful businesses. He's made his fortune by investing in growth-oriented companies. His net worth is now estimated at 5. 7 billion dollars. He has some advice for Black women founders. He says, "Don't look for funding. "

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Fake JOANN Fabrics Deals: Don't Get Tricked!

JOANN Fabrics and Crafts, a beloved store for over 80 years, is shutting down all of its locations by May 2025. This sad news has led to a new scam targeting customers. Scammers are creating fake websites that look just like JOANN's official site. They offer huge discounts, up to 90% off, on product

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Tech Overload: How Bank Workers Are Coping with the Digital Age

In the fast-paced world of banking, technology has become a double-edged sword. On one hand, it drives innovation and keeps customers happy. On the other, it's causing a lot of stress for employees. This is especially true in India, where banks have been quickly adopting new tech since the COVID-19

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Working While in Labor: The Price of Ambition

A former employee of a tech giant shared a shocking story about her time working under a high-ranking executive. The woman, who worked as a director of public policy, revealed that she was asked to draft talking points for her boss while she was in labor with her first child. This incident occurred

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Small Businesses in a Spin: What's Going On?

In the United States, small businesses are feeling the heat. The National Federation of Independent Business's Uncertainty Index hit its second-highest level since 1973. This means small business owners are worried about the economy's future. The share of respondents who think it's a good time to ex

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Almond Farmers Face a Double Whammy

California's almond farmers are facing a tough situation. They are used to dealing with unpredictable weather and water supplies. Yet, they now face another challenge: trade battles. The U. S. government has imposed tariffs on various countries. This could affect where almonds are sold and impact th

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

AI: Your New Business Buddy, Not Boss

Mark Cuban, a well-known tech investor, recently spoke at a big conference in Austin. He had some interesting things to say about AI and small businesses. He believes AI can give small businesses a big boost, but it's not a magic solution. It's more like a helpful tool. Cuban thinks that ne

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Sunless Tanning Salon Coming to Westfield

Westfield is about to get a brand new sunless tanning salon. The salon is called goGLOW. It will be opening its doors on March 20th. The salon will be located at 500 Central Ave. The owners of the salon are a married couple, Kyle Healy and Mary Claire Choplin. They are both from Westfield. The

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Mar 11 2025BUSINESS

Southwest's Big Bag Change: What It Means for Flyers

Southwest Airlines is making a significant change. Starting May 28, they will no longer offer free checked baggage. This shift affects everyone except those with certain perks. Members of the A-List loyalty program, holders of the airline's branded credit card, or those on business fares can still c

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Mar 11 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Tumbles: Will They Shake Up the Economy?

The past few weeks have been a rollercoaster ride for the economy. Tariffs with Canada and Mexico have been all over the place. There have been cuts to the federal workforce and fears of a government shutdown. And let's not forget the stock market's wild ride. The Dow Jones Industrial Average took a

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