The Conservative government, trailing badly in the polls, proposed the second tax cut in four months.The Conservative government, trailing badly in the polls, proposed the second tax cut in four months. Income Tax, Layoffs and Job Reductions, Economic Conditions and Trends, Budgets and Budgeting, Conservative Party (Great Britain), Labour Party (Great Britain), National Health Service, Hunt, […]
U.K. to Cut Taxes Again as Election Nears Read More »
A wallet-free lifestyle relying on your phone is attainable, but it requires preparation and some compromise.A wallet-free lifestyle relying on your phone is attainable, but it requires preparation and some compromise. Mobile Commerce and Payments, Mobile Applications, Smartphones, Drivers Licenses, Identification Devices, Generation Z Read More
The Youths Have Spoken: Wallets Are Uncool. Go Digital. Read More »
Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, said policymakers still expect to lower rates in 2024 — but the timing hinges on data.Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, said policymakers still expect to lower rates in 2024 — but the timing hinges on data. Banking and Financial Institutions, Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates),
Fed Chair Powell Still Expects to Cut Rates This Year, but Not Yet Read More »
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are set to grill Jay Powell, the Fed chair, about interest rates and the economy, topics that are top of mind for voters and investors alike.Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are set to grill Jay Powell, the Fed chair, about interest rates and the economy, topics that are top of mind for
Inflation Fears Stalk Presidential Politics and the Markets Read More »
A.I.-assisted beds, on-call hypnotherapists and sequestered guest rooms, including one inside a stainless steel sculpture, are taking sleep tourism to the next level.A.I.-assisted beds, on-call hypnotherapists and sequestered guest rooms, including one inside a stainless steel sculpture, are taking sleep tourism to the next level. Travel and Vacations, Sleep, Hotels and Travel Lodgings Read More
Hotels Take Sleep Tourism to the Next Level Read More »
Once a year, the premier held a news conference, explaining the economy and giving Chinese a taste of political participation. That has come to an end.Once a year, the premier held a news conference, explaining the economy and giving Chinese a taste of political participation. That has come to an end. China, National People’s Congress (China),
China Cancels a News Conference, Shutting a Window for Its People Read More »
As chief executive, he pushed a company known for Agent Orange, napalm and chlorine to undo its confrontational reputation and promote environmental sustainability.As chief executive, he pushed a company known for Agent Orange, napalm and chlorine to undo its confrontational reputation and promote environmental sustainability. Popoff, Frank (1935-2024), Factories and Manufacturing, Dow Chemical Company, Deaths (Obituaries),
Frank Popoff, Who Sought to Lead a Friendlier Dow Chemical, Dies at 88 Read More »
Store traffic has dropped off in the Middle East and Southeast Asia as customers protest perceptions of Starbucks’ stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict.Store traffic has dropped off in the Middle East and Southeast Asia as customers protest perceptions of Starbucks’ stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Israel-Gaza War (2023- ), Starbucks Corporation Read More
Starbucks Franchise Lays Off Workers in Mideast Amid Gaza-Tied Boycotts Read More »
Bitcoin just hit a record high, but there are big differences between now and the last crypto boom, when digital currencies became a cultural phenomenon.Bitcoin just hit a record high, but there are big differences between now and the last crypto boom, when digital currencies became a cultural phenomenon. Virtual Currency, Bitcoin (Currency), Banking and Financial
What to Know About Bitcoin’s Record High in Latest Crypto Surge Read More »
What disabled three major cables linking East to West is still not clear. Suspicion has centered on Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have attacked numerous ships in the area, but they have denied responsibility.What disabled three major cables linking East to West is still not clear. Suspicion has centered on Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have attacked
Red Sea Cable Damage Highlights Mideast Conflict’s Broader Threat Read More »