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It’s looking to be a good week for Alphabet, as Google’s parent company soars in value on the stock market due to recent announcements for investors. Dividends and Buybacks Alphabet Inc., the parent company of tech behemoth Google, announced on Thursday that it will be issuing its first-ever dividend to investors, as well as authorizing … Read more
Minnesota‘s most populous city has made the controversial move to raise minimum cigarette prices, making prices the highest in the U.S. A Unanimous Vote In a bid to improve public health, the Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously for an ordinance that will raise the minimum retail prices for cigarettes. The Highest in the Nation It’s … Read more
If you’ve ever considered leaving the U.S. for new opportunities, these countries should be near the top of your list, with some of the most straightforward visa requirements in the world for U.S. citizens. 9 Countries You Can Emigrate To With a constantly shifting political landscape and fears of recession on the horizon, many Americans … Read more
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun has announced his intention to step down as head of the major aerospace manufacturer following ongoing safety and security issues for the company. Tough Times for Boeing It’s been a rough few months for Boeing, one of America’s foremost aerospace manufacturers. And now, in the midst of growing concerns around aircraft … Read more
Another round of nearly $6 billion in student debt forgiveness has been approved for 77,000 public service workers. $6b Loan Forgiveness President Biden has announced that nearly $6 billion in student loan debt would be canceled for 77,000 Americans who work in public services. The newest round of debt forgiveness came under the Public Service … Read more
Discount variety chain Dollar Tree will close nearly 1000 stores in the next few years. 1000 Stores Closing Dollar Tree has announced that it will close to 1,000 Family Dollar and Dollar Tree stores after reviewing its performance in the 2023 fiscal year. In a press release announced on Wednesday, the company cited a “comprehensive … Read more
The company that owns Marlboro cigarettes is selling $2.3 billion worth of shares in major brewing company Anheuser-Busch InBev. Altria Dropping Millions of Shares U.S. manufacturer Altria Group, which produces Marlboro cigarettes, is planning to sell its shares in Anheuser-Busch InBev, the parent company of Bud Light. The announcement came on Thursday, following controversy over … Read more
Republicans have slammed an $8 billion plan to train tens of thousands of Americans as part of his American Climate Corps program. 20,000 Green Jobs For America President Biden wants to triple the size of the American Climate Corps job program, but his proposal is being slammed by GOP lawmakers as “woke,” “stupid,” and a … Read more
The British Chancellor has announced the 2024 Spring budget, with a combination of surprises and more predictable economic moves from the Conservative government. Last Pre-Election Budget With the next UK general election hot on the nation’s heels, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has taken to the House of Commons to share the last budget scheduled before voters … Read more
A group of SAS soldiers have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the death of a suspected jihadist in Syria two years ago. Suspicions of War Crimes British military police have arrested five Special Air Service (SAS) soldiers on suspicion of committing alleged war crimes while serving in Syria. MoD Spokesperson The … Read more