In the world of Black beauty businesses, things are getting tough. Tariffs on hair products from China and Vietnam are causing big problems. Prices are going up, and it's not just the businesses that are feeling the heat. Customers are too. Dajiah Blackshear-Calloway, a salon owner in Smyrna, Georg
Vegetable prices have been going up a lot lately. In July, the cost of vegetables for businesses shot up by 38%. That's a huge jump! Some people think this is because of new taxes on imports, called tariffs. But it's not that simple. There are many reasons why vegetable prices might be rising. Bad
In July, the cost of goods at the wholesale level in the U. S. shot up more than expected. This jump, the biggest in over three years, is partly due to the new taxes on imported goods. These taxes, put in place by the current administration, are making it more expensive for businesses to buy product
A heated exchange unfolded online when President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to criticize the Wall Street Journal's editorial board. The board had been vocal about their disapproval of Trump's tariff policies, even nicknaming him "Tariff Man" in their opinion pieces. Trump fired b
Germany's finance chief, Lars Klingbeil, thinks the EU needs to step up its game in trade talks with the US. He believes the EU has been too soft in the past and should be more confident when talking to the US. He wants the EU to work closely with the US, even when things get tough. Klingbeil met w
Politics is always buzzing with big stories. Let's dive into some of the latest headlines that are making waves. First up, let's talk about tariffs. In just six months, former President Trump managed to bring in a huge amount of money through tariffs. This move has sparked a lot of debate. Some peo
The Surface Laptop 5G is finally here, and it's packed with features that make it a strong contender for business users on the go. This new model addresses a long-standing issue: the lack of 5G connectivity in previous Surface Laptops. The demand for a 5G version has been loud and clear, and Microso
President Trump's latest move has stirred the global trade pot. He announced a 19% tax on goods coming into the US from the Philippines. This came after a chat with the Philippines' leader at the White House. Trump shared the news on social media, calling it a "beautiful visit" and a "Trade Deal. "
In June, Americans kept their spending habits going strong, even as prices started to climb due to new tariffs. The Commerce Department shared that retail sales grew by 0. 6% from May, bouncing back from a big drop in May. Experts expected a much smaller increase, so this was a pleasant surprise. C
Viruses are everywhere, and they might be playing a bigger role in climate change than we thought. A recent study looked at how antibiotics affect these tiny creatures in the soil. The focus was on ciprofloxacin, a common antibiotic, and its impact on nitrogen gases that trap heat in the atmosphere.
