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Oct 13 2024BUSINESS

7-Eleven Trims 400 Stores: What’s Behind the Closures?

More than 400 7-Eleven stores across North America are closing their doors. The convenience store chain's parent company, Seven & I Holdings, announced this decision in a recent earnings report. The closures are due to several factors, including slow sales, decreased foot traffic, and the impact of

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Oct 12 2024SCIENCE

Discover Surprising Science Tips for a Longer Life

Did you know that your job can affect how long you live? Studies show that people who are bored at work may have a shorter life expectancy. So, finding a job you enjoy could be key to a longer life! Your body can also warn you about danger. For example, if your hair stands on end, it could mean lig

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Oct 09 2024BUSINESS

Samsung's Top Boss: No Spin-Offs for Chip Businesses

Last week, rumors suggested that Samsung might spin off its contract chip manufacturing business. However, the company's CEO, Jay Y. Lee, has laid these rumors to rest. Speaking to Reuters, Lee confirmed that neither the foundry business nor the logic chip designing business will be spun off. Instea

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Tupperware’s Big Move: What Happens to Williamsburg County?

Tupperware, a well-known name in many homes, is leaving Williamsburg County. The facility, which has been around since the late 1970s, is shutting down for good. This isn't because of their recent bankruptcy filing; instead, it’s part of a new plan to improve customer service and operations. But

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Southeast Asia's Rise as a Manufacturing Hub: A Look at the SEA 500 List

The Southeast Asia 500 list has highlighted a significant trend: the region is becoming a major manufacturing hub. The COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions have sped up this transformation. While financial companies top both the U.S. Fortune 500 and SEA 500 lists, Southeast Asia has more ener

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

US AI Market Boost: TSMC & Amkor Partner for Advanced Chip Tech

There's big news in the tech world! Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and US-based Amkor Technologies are teaming up to bring advanced chip packaging technology to America. This is a game-changer, especially for the AI market. TSMC has a massive facility in Arizona that will han

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Oct 06 2024SPORTS

Packers' Doubs Misses Practice: What's Going On?

Something strange is happening in the Green Bay Packers’ wide receiver room. Romeo Doubs missed practice on Thursday and Friday, and it's not due to an injury. Bill Huber from Sports Illustrated reported that Doubs was upset about his role in the passing game. The team even checked on him at home be

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

SNL's Playful Take on the VP Debate

The Oct. 5 episode of "Saturday Night Live" kicked off with a light-hearted jab at this week’s vice presidential debate. The sketch starts with Kamala Harris (Maya Rudolph) and her husband Doug Emhoff (Andy Samberg) watching the debate from their home. Norah O’Donnell (Heidi Gardner) and Margaret Br

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Tariffs: A Hot Topic in US Politics Today

Have you ever wondered why some people love tariffs, while others hate them? It's all about perspective. Tariffs have been around since ancient times and were once a big way for governments to make money. But now, they’re not so popular. Many argue that removing trade barriers helps economies grow a

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Oct 04 2024FINANCE

Unlocking the Future of Chip Manufacturing: ASML's EUV Revolution

ASML Holding NV, a semiconductor industry giant, is poised to capitalize on the latest advancements in chip manufacturing. With its cutting-edge extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography technology, the company is leading the charge towards smaller, more powerful transistors. To understand why ASML's s

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