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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

Sony TV’s New Leader: Keith Le Goy Takes the Reins

You might have heard of Keith Le Goy before – he’s been making big moves at Sony Pictures Television (SPT) for a while now. Well, guess what? He’s been promoted to the big chair, becoming the chairman of SPT. That’s a pretty big deal! Le Goy has been around the block at Sony. He used to run the com

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

The Fate of Unknown 9: Awakening and Its Impact on Reflector Entertainment

Unknown 9: Awakening was supposed to be a big deal, but after its release, it seemed to disappear. The game wasn't as successful as Reflector Entertainment hoped, and now they've had to let go of some employees. The game was part of a larger multimedia universe, including a podcast, novels, and comi

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

Kingston's Food Woes: Economic Growth is the Key

Kingston faces many challenges, from housing to healthcare. But a new problem has emerged: food insecurity. The city declared an emergency, raising questions about what needs to be done. While awareness is great, the real solution might lie in boosting the economy. This isn't just about helping thos

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

Exploring the Luxury and Cost of the Dassault Falcon 10X

The Dassault Falcon 10X, a long-range business jet from French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation, is set to redefine luxury in the skies. Originally planned for certification in 2023, the jet's launch has been pushed back to 2027. This aircraft, often dubbed the 'Penthouse of the skies, ' offe

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

DECI's First Independent Networking Event: What to Expect

Get ready, Eau Claire! Downtown Eau Claire, Inc. (DECI) is kicking off the year with its first business networking event. Mark your calendars for January 29, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. The venue? The Coven, nestled at 131 S. Barstow Street. This isn't just any event; it's DECI's first shindig since separ

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

Small Business Sales Boom, Eating Out Slows Down

December was a month to remember for small businesses in the U. S. , with sales picking up speed as holiday shoppers rushed to finish their gift lists. The Fiserv Small Business Index, which tracks transactions from about 2 million small businesses, climbed to 146 in December, a 3-point increase fro

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Jan 21 2025BUSINESS

India's Economic Slowdown: What Went Wrong?

Just over a year ago, India was celebrating a strong rebound from the Covid-19 pandemic. With a population exceeding China's, the country was hailed as a soon-to-be economic powerhouse. Foreign investors and India's prime minister, Narendra Modi, were both excited about the country's future. India e

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Jan 21 2025BUSINESS

Plastic Waste Solution: Recycling Labs Partner with Veolia

It’s all about closing the loop on plastic waste. Sam White, recently appointed CEO of GreenLabs Recycling, is spearheading an innovative project to reuse lab plastics. In collaboration with Veolia, they collect discarded lab equipment from clients like Sanofi, transforming it into new benchtop wast

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Jan 21 2025BUSINESS

Union Pacific Plans Online Upgrades to Boost Ease of Use

Kenny Rocker, the executive vice president of marketing and sales at Union Pacific, outlined plans to simplify their online customer portal at a recent industry meeting. He acknowledged that users currently have to navigate through multiple clicks to perform different tasks like generating waybills,

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Jan 21 2025BUSINESS

Tesla’s Brand Value Drops: Here's Why

Tesla’s brand value took a big hit last year, falling by 26%, according to a recent analysis. This is the second year in a row that the electric car company has seen its brand value drop. Experts point to a few reasons for this decline. One is that Tesla's lineup of cars is getting older, and they h

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