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Nov 27 2024BUSINESS

Business Owners Protest RMV's Sudden CDL Rule Change

Massachusetts business owners are up in arms over a recent change by the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV). The RMV suddenly notified nearly 500 drivers that their commercial licenses would be downgraded due to old driving offenses. The state's harsh rules differ from federal law, which allows driver

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Nov 27 2024BUSINESS

Emirates' New A350 Business Class: A Step Up, But Not a Leap

Emirates is finally giving us a peek at the business class cabin of their first Airbus A350, set to fly in January 2025. The airline is sticking with the same "next-gen" business class as their Boeing 777 refit, which has been called an "overdue yet underwhelming" upgrade. The new seats look a bit f

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Nov 27 2024BUSINESS

Kohl's Stock Takes Hit as CEO Exits and Sales Slide

Kohl's shares took a big hit, dropping over 20%, after the company's sales plummeted and its CEO suddenly left. The department store, based in Wisconsin, reported that sales in existing stores fell by nearly 10% for the third quarter in a row. This is a tough blow, especially coming just before the

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Nov 27 2024BUSINESS

Higher Prices Ahead? Trump's Border Tariffs Could Hit Your Grocery List

Imagine paying more for your favorite fruits, veggies, and even beer from south of the border. The U. S. imports a lot of its fresh produce from Mexico, which could reportedly face new tariffs under Trump. The bottom line? You might feel the pinch in your wallet while shopping. Mexico is a major su

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Mexican Beer Gets Pricier? Trump's Tariff Threats Explained

Ever wondered how geopolitics can affect your beer budget? Let's dive into the recent buzz around Constellation Brands andDonald Trump's tariff proposals. When Trump hints at slapping a 25% tariff on Mexican imports, it sends ripples through the beer market. Why? Well, Constellation Brands brings in

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Meet Kohl's New CEO: Ashley Buchanan from Michaels

Kohl’s has a new leader on the way! The company recently announced that Ashley Buchanan, currently the CEO of Michaels Companies, will take over as their CEO in January. Tom Kingsbury, the current CEO, will step down on January 15 but will stay on as an advisor until May. Buchanan has been leading M

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

California's Electric Car Shift: A New Strategy

In a surprising move, California Governor Gavin Newsom is giving electric car buyers a boost – but with a twist. He's brought back a cash incentive program, aiming to make clean cars more affordable for everyone. However, there's a catch: Tesla, a big name in the electric vehicle world, isn't invite

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Best Buy's Q3 2025: Not Quite the Holiday Spirit

Best Buy's third quarter of 2025 hasn't been as jolly as they hoped. Sales haven't taken off like expected, and the company is now predicting a smaller annual revenue. Why the slowdown? Early holiday shopping and new tech releases didn't draw as many shoppers as Best Buy had hoped. Even with new iPh

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Hong Kong and Money Laundering: What's Changing?

Lawmakers in the US are raising concerns about Hong Kong becoming a hub for financial crimes like money laundering. They think this change started happening after Beijing introduced a new law in 2020. Now, Hong Kong might be helping countries like Russia, Iran, and North Korea avoid international ru

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Intel's Big U. S. Chip Boost: A Closer Look

Intel, a major player in semiconductor manufacturing, has received a substantial boost from the U. S. government. The Department of Commerce has awarded Intel $7. 865 billion to support domestic chip production. This funding is part of the CHIPS and Science Act, a law passed by President Joe Biden t

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