BUSINESS STRATEGY

Jul 16 2025BUSINESS

Businesses Rush to Beat Tariff Deadlines, Causing Shipping Surge

The Port of Los Angeles experienced its busiest June ever, with 892, 000 container units processed. This is an 8% increase from the previous year. This sudden surge in shipping volume is a direct result of businesses trying to avoid upcoming tariffs. The port's executive director, Gene Seroka, believes this spike is a sign of companies preparing for the next round of...

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Jun 30 2025BUSINESS

Home Depot Expands with Big Buy

Home Depot just made a huge move. They are buying GMS, a company that sells building supplies, for a whopping $4. 3 billion. This deal is all about Home Depot wanting to sell more to professionals like electricians, roofers, and renovators. These folks buy a lot of supplies and do big projects all year round. The deal is expected to wrap up by early 2026. Home Depot...

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Jun 30 2025BUSINESS

Bumble's Big Changes: What's Next for the Dating App?

Bumble is making some big changes. They are letting go of about 30% of their staff. That's around 240 people. This move is all about saving money and focusing on growth. The company thinks this will save them about $40 million. Most of that money will go back into making the app better. The CEO, Whitney Wolfe Herd, said they are at a turning point. She believes thes...

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Jun 27 2025SPORTS

Golf Clubs: More Than Just a Game for the Young and Old

Golf clubs are changing fast. They're not just for older folks anymore. Younger people, families, and even kids are joining in. This shift is big news for the golf world, especially in places like Texas. Private golf clubs are investing lots of money to keep up with these changes. They're upgrading their courses and adding new activities. For example, Arcis Golf is ...

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Jun 26 2025BUSINESS

Bumble's Bold Move: Big Cuts, Bigger Plans

Bumble, the dating app giant, is making some serious changes. They just announced plans to let go of 30% of their staff. That's about 240 people. This move is expected to cost the company between $13 million and $18 million this year. But Bumble believes it will save them $40 million every year moving forward. This isn't a decision they took lightly. The company say...

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Jun 26 2025BUSINESS

Smart Security: How Holtium Turns Risk into Business Growth

Holtium is a new company shaking up how businesses handle security. Instead of just seeing security as a necessary cost, Holtium helps companies use it to grow and stay ahead. In today's fast-changing world, old security methods don't cut it anymore. Businesses need to know where they're spending too much, too little, or taking too many risks. Andres Paz Larach and ...

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Jun 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Paramount+ Drops Showtime from Top Tier Plan

Paramount Global has made a subtle but significant change to its streaming service. The company has removed "Showtime" from the name of its highest-tier plan. Now, instead of "Paramount+ With Showtime, " it's simply called "Paramount+ Premium. " The price tag stays the same, though: $12. 99 monthly or $119. 99 annually. This isn't the first time Paramount+ has shuff...

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Jun 17 2025BUSINESS

Kraft Heinz Ditches Artificial Colors: A Big Shift in Food Industry

Food lovers, get ready for a change! Kraft Heinz, the company behind favorites like Kraft Mac & Cheese and Heinz ketchup, has decided to say goodbye to artificial colors in all its products sold in the United States. This decision comes as a response to growing concerns about the safety of synthetic food dyes. The company has set a deadline of 2027 to complete this ...

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Jun 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nintendo's Unique Role in the Gaming World

Nintendo's approach to gaming is quite different from its competitors. It is known for its family-friendly games and focus on fun. This is in contrast to the high-end, mature games offered by Xbox and PlayStation. This difference is clear in how Sony views its competition. Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida shared some interesting insights. He revealed that ...

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Jun 16 2025BUSINESS

Spicy Twist: Chipotle's New Dip Hits the Menu

Chipotle is about to shake things up with a fresh addition to its menu. The fast-casual Mexican chain is introducing Adobo Ranch, a new dip that promises a smoky, spicy kick. This new offering is set to hit stores in the US and Canada starting Tuesday. The dip is crafted in-store daily, blending adobo pepper, sour cream, and a secret mix of herbs and spices. This mov...

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