BUSINESS

Oct 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebs Love This Hidden Spot After Shows

Work in Progress is a restaurant and bar tucked under the Val Air Ballroom. It's a place where celebrities often end up after performing at the venue. One night, the staff found Bill Murray wandering around the back. They thought he was lost, but it was just the comedian looking for a place to relax

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Oct 29 2025CELEBRITIES

Sisters Step into Shoe Game with Trendy and Affordable Line

Erin and Sara Foster are making waves in the fashion industry with their latest venture: a shoe line that combines style and affordability. The sisters, known for their brand Favorite Daughter, have been making a name for themselves in the fashion world for the past five years. Now, they're taking a

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Oct 29 2025CRIME

Enough is Enough: A Birmingham Eatery's Fight Against Repeated Vandalism

In the heart of Five Points South, a small restaurant is fighting an uphill battle. Slide Café, known for its sliders and wings, has faced a relentless wave of vandalism. The owners, Chef Raquel Ervin and Angel Lenzie, have had their windows smashed five times in less than two years. They've had eno

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Oct 29 2025BUSINESS

Mississippi's Big Business Shake-Up: What's Next?

Mississippi is getting a major business makeover. Three big groups are joining forces to create the Mississippi Business Alliance. This new team wants to be the go-to voice for businesses in the state. John McKay is stepping up as the leader, with Derek Easley right beside him. But that's not all.

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Oct 29 2025EDUCATION

Launch Your Farm Dream: Online Course for Future Farmers

Ever thought about starting your own farm or seafood business? There's a course for that! The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a web-based business planning course for new and aspiring producers. It's a great chance to learn the ropes of running a sustainable business in the nat

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Trump Family's Crypto Boom: Is Transparency Enough?

The Trump Organization has seen a huge jump in money from crypto sales. In the first half of 2025, they made over $800 million from crypto assets, mostly from their World Liberty tokens. This is a big change from the $51 million they made in all of 2024. Some people are worried about where this mon

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Oct 29 2025BUSINESS

Las Vegas Bounces Back: What's Driving the Comeback?

Las Vegas is back on track, or so says the boss of Caesars Entertainment. Thomas Reeg, the CEO, noticed a pickup in visitors during the last part of the year. This is after a slower summer season. He thinks this trend will keep going into the early months of the next year. What's causing this comeb

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Oct 29 2025BUSINESS

Mixing Entertainment and Gambling: A Big Bet on Europe's Future

A major shake-up is happening in the world of entertainment and gambling. Banijay Group NV, a big name in TV shows, is teaming up with Tipico, a leading gambling company. This isn't just any partnership. It's a huge deal worth €4. 6 billion. Why is this a big deal? Well, it's not every day that a c

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Oct 29 2025FINANCE

Why Finance Pros Are Flocking to Dubai

Dubai is becoming a hotspot for finance professionals. The city's tax-free status and warm weather are big draws. Many are moving from places like London, Hong Kong, and Switzerland. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is growing fast. It now has 48, 000 finance jobs. This is a 9% increa

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Oct 29 2025BUSINESS

AI Drives Job Cuts at Amazon and Beyond

Amazon has begun cutting jobs, and AI is the reason. The company is reducing its corporate workforce by about 14, 000 roles. This move comes as AI technology is changing how businesses operate. AI is transforming industries quickly. It allows companies to work faster and more efficiently. Amazon wa

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