People in power have a big role to play in making workplaces more inclusive. A study found that most folks are open to diversity and inclusion, but they need leaders to show them the way. When leaders support these ideas, it makes a real difference. It turns out that being an ally isn't just good fo
Pope Leo XIV's election has sparked a wave of creativity among Chicago's small businesses. The city's connection to the new pope has led to a surge in pope-themed merchandise, from beer to baby onesies. This trend, dubbed "the pope economy, " has given a significant boost to local entrepreneurs. Br
Paramount Global has been through a lot lately. The company has been in talks with Skydance Media for over a year. They finally agreed to merge in July 2024. But the deal had to go through the FCC. That process was not easy. Critics said Paramount paid $16 million to settle a lawsuit. They thought t
Lionsgate, a big name in entertainment, had a close call with its UK branch, Entertainment One UK Limited. This subsidiary brings in a lot of money, over 176 million pounds. But a simple mix-up almost cost them everything. Here's what happened: HMRC, the UK tax authority, was ready to shut down eOn
Tesla's stock took a hit, dropping 6% in early trading after the company reported another quarter of falling car sales. This is the second quarter in a row that Tesla's automotive revenue has decreased, this time by 16% compared to the same period last year, landing at $16. 7 billion. Elon Musk, Tes
A huge media deal just got the thumbs up from the FCC. Paramount Global and Skydance Media are set to join forces after a long wait. The FCC approved the transfer of 28 local TV stations, clearing the last hurdle for this $8 billion merger. The FCC voted 2-1 to approve the deal. The only no vote ca
A top executive at a well-known tech company has decided to leave her job. Kristin Cabot, who was in charge of human resources at Astronomer, resigned after a public incident. This happened shortly after the company began looking into a scandal involving her and the former CEO, Andy Byron. The trou
Tesla's recent financial report revealed a significant drop in auto revenue for the second quarter in a row. This news caused the company's stock to plummet by 8%, making it the worst performer among tech's biggest companies this year. The report also highlighted Tesla's investment in digital assets
Tipping has become so common that it's now expected even when booking a hotel online. This has left many travelers frustrated and questioning why they should tip a website. People are used to tipping hotel staff for their help, but tipping a website for finding a good deal feels wrong. Some travele
A recent discussion has sparked interest in a potential change to capital gains taxes on home sales. The idea, floated by a prominent political figure, suggests eliminating these taxes entirely. This has led some to speculate about the implications for homeowners. Currently, capital gains taxes app
