China's finance minister recently shared some big plans for the country's economy. Over the next five years, China aims to strengthen its fiscal policy. This means they will use different tools like taxes, government bonds, and subsidies to support economic growth. The minister mentioned that the global environment is quite unpredictable. There are tensions between ...
In the middle of the Amazon, a big meeting is happening. It's called COP30. Bill Gates, a well-known philanthropist, has something important to say. He thinks these climate meetings should focus more on helping people. Instead of just talking about cutting emissions or lowering temperatures. For many people around the world, everyday problems are more pressing. Thin...
Debi Bejot, the new city administrator of Harvard, has a history of serving the city in various roles. From policing to finance, she has seen it all. This broad experience gives her a unique view of the city's needs and challenges. Bejot first came to Harvard in 1995 as a police officer. Later, she served on the City Council as a 2nd Ward alderwoman. In 2010, she sw...
Saudi Arabia is making waves with a new wellness destination called AMAALA. This place is all about living better and longer, right on the coast. It's built around three beautiful bays where the mountains meet the Red Sea. The big opening is coming up soon, and it's going to have some fancy resorts, a yacht club, and even a place to learn about marine life. AMAALA i...
Rochester is now part of a nationwide project to make it easier for small businesses to succeed. The city was picked to join the Regulatory Justice Initiative, which aims to remove unnecessary rules that slow down entrepreneurs. This project is led by the Mayors Innovation Project and Cities Work at the Institute for Justice. Mayor Kim Norton is excited about this o...
Shreveport, Louisiana, is getting a major makeover thanks to rapper and businessman Curtis Jackson, better known as 50 Cent. He's been buying up property in the downtown area, with around 20 buildings now under his belt. His goal? To turn Shreveport into a hotspot for movies, TV shows, and entertainment through his company, G-Unit Films & Television Inc. Jackson's p...
Alaska's former Revenue Commissioner, Adam Crum, made a significant move in July by taking $50 million from the Constitutional Budget Reserve and placing it into a partnership with DigitalBridge. This action has sparked a debate about the need for better oversight of state investments. Governor Mike Dunleavy, Crum's supervisor, has promised to provide full disclosure...
A German company, ElringKlinger, is putting down deeper roots in Easley, South Carolina. They're investing $68. 5 million to grow their plant there. This move will bring 294 new jobs to the area. The company is known for making parts for electric cars and other high-tech automotive stuff. ElringKlinger isn't new to Easley. They already have a plant there, which they...
Pennsylvania is making a strong push to become a leader in AI technology. Senator Dave McCormick believes the state should take the lead in this growing field. He thinks Pennsylvania can benefit from AI's economic opportunities. McCormick recently discussed this on a podcast, highlighting the state's advantages. The state has a lot going for it. It has plenty of ene...
Madison is buzzing with excitement as The Gallery, a massive $60 million project, gets the green light. This isn't just any development; it's a mix of fun, food, shopping, and workspaces all in one place. The city's leaders have given the thumbs up to the plans, and work is already underway. The star of the show is Spinners, a huge 120, 000-square-foot entertainment...