BUSINESS

Feb 04 2025BUSINESS

Sweet July: A Bitter Goodbye to Oakland

Here is a story of a woman who had a dream to open a boutique shop and cafe. With hope in her heart and a vision in mind, she chose a vibrant city. As days passed, it became clear it wasn't a safe place. The city had a big problem with crime. A break-in happened in 2022. People worried. The

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Feb 04 2025BUSINESS

Uncertain Transitions: How Organization Structure Helps Veterans and Civilians

It is very tough to move jobs, especially when you have no clue what will happen next. In a new work environment, one might feel lost and out of control. This is a problem faced by many military veterans transitioning to civilian jobs. People may look for a sense of stability and control when f

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Feb 03 2025BUSINESS

From Drugs to Solar Power: The Quantum Leap of Xtalpi

Xtalpi, a Hong Kong-listed company, is making waves in the tech world. It started with a bang in 2016. Wen Shuhao, the company's cofounder and chairman, and his team participated in a blind test. The challenge was to predict the 3D structure of molecules. These molecules show how effective a drug ca

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Feb 02 2025BUSINESS

Who needs McDonald's? Portillo's is taking the crown.

Picture this: A hot dog joint now ranks at the top, as the top dogs. Think of how the group made such a splash in the middle of a tough economic period. Portillo’s owes its success largely to its no-nonsense pricing and hearty portions. Portillo’s is the go-to

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Feb 02 2025BUSINESS

Small Businesses Brace for Price Hikes Thanks to New Import Taxes

The impact of new import taxes on US businesses is expected to be significant. Tough times are ahead for American businesses, with import taxes hitting key supplies from Canada, Mexico, and China. These taxes will drive up the cost of goods and services for American consumers. The levies will see pr

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Feb 02 2025BUSINESS

Thai Airways Spoils Customers With New Short-Haul Luxury

Thai Airways entered the game with a brand new Royal Silk Class for its next move. This is not just an upgrade, it's a whole new experience for the customers. Imagine this: You're flying domestically or regionally in Thailand or Southeast Asia, and you're treated to 12 premium seats with ad

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Feb 01 2025BUSINESS

Your Groceries Might Get a Price Hike Due to New Tariffs

The recent plan to slap tariffs on Mexico and Canada might end up making your groceries cost more. Picture this: a world where avocados from Mexico and dairy from Canada become pricier at the grocery store. That’s because the US depends on these neighbors for many everyday food items. Let’s break i

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Feb 01 2025BUSINESS

Bargain at Costco: Unions and Workers Avoid Strike.

Imagine this: 18, 000 workers at Costco across the USA. Many of them were very ready to start a strike. They had voted and it was clear that most of them wanted to do it. The reason? They were fed up with wages and benefits that weren't matching up to what Costco was earning. A whopping $7. 4bn pro

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Feb 01 2025BUSINESS

Firms to Fight for Public English to Unseal Legal Facts

The battle is heating between logistics firms. Several companies are leading the charge to unseal court documents that others want to keep secret. The major competition FR8 Group LLC is doing everything possible to hide important facts from the public. The company said the facts hi

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Feb 01 2025BUSINESS

The Cost of Tariffs: How Businesses are Preparing for the Next Wave

Businesses across the board are gearing up for potential tariffs. The tariffs are expected to impact a wide range of products, from oil to cars to everyday consumer goods. These tariffs, which include a 25% increase on imports from Mexico and Canada, and a 10% increase on goods from China, are expe

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