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The U.S. Education Department reopened applications for income-driven repayment plans for student loan borrowers after a court ruling previously halted them. The ruling blocked the Biden administrati…
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway announced the winner of their March Madness bracket contest after over a decade. This individual predicted the outcomes of all 63 NCAA tournament games, a first in…
Dollar Tree sold its Family Dollar chain to Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management for over $1 billion, marking a shift to private ownership. The sale is set to close in the upcom…
The U.S. has added over 50 Chinese companies to its export control list due to military concerns, targeting firms involved in supercomputing, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology. In total…
Craigslist, known for its influence in online classifieds, celebrates its 30th anniversary. Founder Craig Newmark moved to San Francisco in 1993 and utilized the Internet to connect with the communit…
Developing creativity is essential for entrepreneurs in the age of AI. Snap CEO Evan Spiegel highlights creativity as a key trait that distinguishes individuals in a competitive landscape. He encoura…
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy highlights the role of attitude in achieving success. He began his career at Amazon in 1997 and played a significant role in establishing Amazon Web Services (AWS), which genera…
Billion-dollar exits increase in 2023, with 11 U.S. venture-backed startups going public or being acquired at valuations over $1 billion, more than double the number from last year. Google plans to a…
Point Roberts, Washington, faces economic challenges as a U.S. exclave dependent on Canadian visitors. Tariffs from trade disputes have strained local businesses, leading to concerns about the town's…
Companies can enhance employee retention by offering higher salaries, as this approach reduces turnover costs and creates workforce stability. Psychologist Adam Grant highlights that replacing an emp…
A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport caused a major power outage, leading to flight cancellations and disruption for thousands of travelers. The incident occurred before midnight …
Apple TV+ incurs annual losses exceeding $1 billion despite having 45 million subscribers. The company allocates over $5 billion yearly to create original content, contributing to a total of over $20…
The Boston Celtics reached a sale price of over six billion dollars, marking a historic moment in sports. Bill Chisholm, managing partner at Symphony Technology Group, agreed to purchase the team for…
The Federal Reserve maintains its benchmark interest rate while projecting two potential rate cuts within the year, despite persistent inflation concerns. Economic growth forecasts decrease to 1.7% f…
Federal Reserve officials kept interest rates steady at a target range of 4.25% to 4.5%. The Federal Open Market Committee confirmed this decision, unchanged since December. Chair Jerome Powell state…
On March 19, 2025, President Trump fired two Democratic commissioners from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Kelly Slaughter. The dismissed officials plan to challenge the…
USDA proposes budget cuts affecting various programs. These cuts could lead to increased grocery prices due to reduced support for food safety and agricultural programs. Additionally, the decreased f…
Job switching shows limited financial benefits, with recent data indicating narrowing salary growth for both job stayers and switchers. Federal data reveals that salaries for employees who remained i…
European nations consider the fate of $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's military and reconstruction efforts. The funds currently remain frozen, with concerns about potential …
Four Seasons launches a $200,000 private jet tour featuring stays at luxury hotels from 'The White Lotus.' This package includes private jet transport, upscale accommodations, and tailored experience…