After firing 30 employees over political protests last week, Google has given the boot to another group of staffers. More Firings at Google Google has confirmed the firing of 20 more employees who have protested against the tech giant’s billion-dollar contract with the Israeli government. April 16 Office Protests The latest round of terminations came […]
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McDonald’s Owner Battles Harsh Realities of California’s $20 Minimum Wage Surge
With California’s recent minimum wage hike, some fast-food franchises are desperate for new strategies to stay afloat. California Minimum Wage In the weeks following California’s new minimum wage laws, which saw the fast food wage rate raised to $20 per hour, fast-food franchise owners have found themselves struggling to turn a profit due to labor […]
WWII Relics Stolen from Massachusetts Attic, Now Returned to Japan
A cache of artifacts found in Massachusetts and looted from Okinawa, Japan, have been repatriated by the FBI. Treasure Chest in Boston 22 historic Japanese artifacts have been returned to Okinawa from the USA, after they were found in an attic in Boston, Massachusetts. Return to Okinawa The Boston Division of the FBI arranged the […]
Renting with Pets Could Get Easier in California with New Bill
Pet Owners Rejoice A new piece of state legislation proposed in California could be a hopeful sign for pet owners who have trouble renting due to their furry friends. Author of the Bill Matt Haney, chair of the California Renters’ Caucus and member of the San Francisco Assembly, has introduced the new bill on behalf […]
Clothing Chain Express Files for Bankruptcy Forcing Closure of 100+ Stores
US retail corporation Express has filed for bankruptcy this week due to flagging sales and revenue loss year after year. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy for Express Clothing retailer Express Inc. has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and announced plans to shutter up to 100 stores. Not Moving With the Times? With a portfolio that includes […]
San Francisco’s Controversial $1.7M Public Toilet Now Open
After 2 years of backlash and scrutiny, a public toilet construction project in San Francisco has opened up and arrived under budget, to the relief of local residents. Public Bathroom Causes Backlash Back in 2022, plans to build a public toilet in a San Francisco neighborhood made headlines after the cost of the construction project […]
$8.5 Billion Tapestry-Capri Merger Blocked Over Monopoly Fears
The FTC has made another aggressive move to block a corporate merger, this time between two significant players in the luxury shopping and fashion industries. FTC Moves Against Fashion Merger The US Federal Trade Commission has declared its decision to sue to block a merger between luxury fashion brand Tapestry and one of its major […]
What You Need to Know About New York’s $237 Billion Budget Approval
After weeks of debate, negotiation, and a missed deadline, top lawmakers in New York have finalized the state budget. Budget Finally Passed On Saturday New York finally passed its state budget. Though it was finalized three weeks after its April 1 deadline, lawmakers agreed on a $237 billion sum to be dispersed across multiple sectors. […]
Tesla Cuts Prices in Wake of Recalls and Sales Decline
Recently, things have been looking tenuous for the world’s biggest electric vehicle company, with Tesla announcing price drops for several high-ticket products. A Troubled Week for Tesla EV giant Tesla has cut prices on three of its models in the middle of a very tumultuous time, which included the recall of thousands of Cybertrucks and […]
Weight Loss Drugs Are Leading to Reduced Spending on Takeout, Snacks and Groceries
Weight loss drugs are having some notable effects on consumer spending and may go on to have a significant impact on the US food and retail industry, according to a new survey. Do Weight Loss Drugs Reduce Food Spending? ‘Miracle’ weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are driving down food spending for users, according […]