ECONOMY

May 13 2026BUSINESS

Why Roller Rabbit Got Away with Staying in Nantucket

Nantucket has a rule to protect its small-town charm: no big chain stores. But Roller Rabbit, a trendy sleepwear brand, found a loophole. Instead of closing up, it rebranded as a "general store, " selling other brands alongside its own. Now, locals are frustrated because this seems like a sneaky way

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May 12 2026BUSINESS

When water vanishes: How a break left a town high and dry

Downtown Lake Orion turned eerily quiet after a big pipe cracked early Sunday morning. On Monday, most shops stayed shut while crews worked to fix the damage. The loss of water hit restaurants hardest, especially since Sunday was Mother’s Day—a day usually packed with families dining out. One local

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May 11 2026FINANCE

Chile’s economy set for modest growth as new policies take shape

Chile’s government expects the economy to expand by just over 2% this year, despite pushing forward with spending cuts and reforms aimed at attracting more investment. The administration, led by a conservative team, insists on sticking to a 4% growth goal, but admits the path won’t be smooth. With g

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Small businesses in Savannah show signs of growth but face tough challenges

Savannah’s economy is booming, mostly thanks to big players like the port and Hyundai’s new electric vehicle plant. But small businesses aren’t seeing the same rise. While mid-sized and large companies are growing fast, tiny businesses with under 20 workers are barely keeping up. Most of the small b

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May 10 2026BUSINESS

How Rising Fuel Costs Push Small Vendors to Adapt at Farmers Markets

The climb in gas prices has hit both sellers and shoppers hard. About a year ago, filling up a tank cost $3. 98 a gallon, but now some drivers pay nearly $6. For a farm shifting loads of berries from Central Coast fields to market, that extra cost adds up fast. One family-run business now spends $14

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May 09 2026POLITICS

US tightens grip on Cuba’s business links

The US recently added new trade limits on Cuba, focusing hard on a big business group called GAESA. This company is run by the Cuban military, handling money and important jobs on the island. One major move was cutting Canada’s long-running nickel mine deal after 32 years. This shows how Washington’

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May 09 2026POLITICS

Cuba's giant business group under US fire

A big business group in Cuba is now in the crosshairs of US sanctions. The company, GAESA, is run by the Cuban military and controls nearly half of Cuba's economy. That means it oversees everything from shops and hotels to banks and travel agencies. The US government recently added GAESA and its lea

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May 08 2026POLITICS

Data Centers: Colorado’s New Chance to Grow

Colorado is facing a budget crunch and needs fresh investment. A new bill proposes giving state sales‑tax breaks to companies that build data centers, hoping the tech giant’s money will come back into local communities. Data centers are essential for cloud computing, gaming and online services

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May 08 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin’s Rocky Road Near a Key Price Level

Bitcoin struggled to break past the $83, 000 mark this week, a level many traders watch closely. This price point isn’t just random—it’s the 200-day moving average, a tool used to spot long-term trends. Historically, Bitcoin has tested this line before slipping back down, like in 2022 when it briefl

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May 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big tech buildings spark debate in Virginia's energy debate

Across Virginia, giant tech buildings are popping up everywhere. These aren't regular office towers. They're massive data centers packed with servers running 24/7, needing constant cooling and power. Why is one small state home to the world's biggest data center cluster? Simple: Virginia offers chea

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