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Aug 22 2025BUSINESS

US Deliveries on Pause: What's the Deal with New Import Taxes?

Big changes are happening in the world of international shipping. Starting August 29, the US is changing its rules on import taxes for small packages. This has caused a lot of confusion and delays. Royal Mail and DHL have decided to pause some deliveries to the US. They need time to figure out how to handle the new taxes. Royal Mail says letters and cards can still ...

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Oct 21 2024BUSINESS

pharmacy troubles: not just a passed pill?

americans might have thought that pharmacies were here to stay. with medicines and everyday goods in stock, they're like the last real-life shopping places left. but even these giants like walgreens and cvs are facing big problems. they're closing stores, letting go of jobs, and struggling to stay afloat. why? it’s a mix of online shopping, tough competition, and con...

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