In a surprising turn of events, Equitable Holdings has made a bold move. They are buying Stifel Financial's Independent Advisors business. This deal is all about growing Equitable's Wealth Management services. First, let's talk about why this matters. Wealth Management is a big deal. It's about hel
Businesses in the U. S. are getting a big boost in internet connectivity. A major tech company has just expanded its Internet On-Demand service. Now, over 10 million more locations can get high-speed internet quickly and easily. This includes office buildings and data centers all over the country.
In the small town of Algemesi, a family-run business that crafts piano stools for famous musicians is making a comeback. The floods that hit Spain's Valencia region last year were terrible, and this company, Hidrau Model, lost a lot. They had been around for 50 years, making stools for stars like La
A new health center has just opened in Yorkville, and it's not your typical doctor's office. CMR Health Group is all about treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. They're big on figuring out what's really causing your health issues and then tailoring a plan just for you. This place is pac
A vegan restaurant chain recently closed all its locations. This isn't just a story about food choices. It's about politics, culture, and the challenges of running a business that serves a small group of people. First, let's talk about the numbers. In the U. S. , only 6% of adults are vegetarian an
In the world of engineering, Mehdi Mehrabi, Ph. D. , P. E. , has just taken on a big new role. He's now the manager of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) division at McCarthy Engineering Associates Inc. Mehrabi isn't new to the game. He's been a senior mechanical engineer there for a whi
Springfield is buzzing with new developments and milestones. A popular coffee shop, 7 Brew, recently opened its doors in Republic. They kicked things off with a special event, raising over $12, 000 for Convoy of Hope. Customers got to pay what they wanted for certain menu items during the opening we
In a move to bolster local healthcare services, Franciscan Physician Network has welcomed two new doctors. Dr. Ailia Ali, a rheumatologist, is now seeing patients in Dyer, while Dr. Leena Aljobeh, a family medicine physician, has started accepting new patients in Valparaiso. Both doctors bring a wea
In a bank, a teller scolded a customer for not filling out a deposit slip correctly. The man calmly took the criticism, joking that he was used to it from his teenagers at home. This small story shows how important it is to treat customers with respect. Good customer service is key to any business'
A legal battle is underway to find money allegedly hidden by a Michigan business owner who passed away after a massive jury verdict. Gary Raykhinshteyn, the owner of Science Beauty Tech (also known as EZ Sculpt), was ordered to pay $138 million to six women who accused him of sexual harassment and a
