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Oct 21 2024BUSINESS

LeBron James' SpringHill Company: A Entertainment Empire with a Twist

Ever wondered how NBA stars like LeBron James make even more money off the court? Former Chicago Bulls player Jay Williams spilled the beans on James' clever business strategy. LeBron and his business partner, Maverick Carter, started SpringHill Entertainment in 2020. This company isn't just about m

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Oct 21 2024BUSINESS

Banijay Iberia Starts New Sports Division in Spain

Banijay Iberia has decided to dive deeper into the world of Spanish sports by launching Banijay Iberia Sports. The new division will be led by Gonzalo Miró, a well-known figure in Spanish TV and radio. This announcement was made at Mipcom on Monday. The goal is to produce original content related to

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Oct 21 2024BUSINESS

Opella's New Owners: CD&R and BPI Jump In

Opella, the maker of popular French painkiller Doliprane, is changing hands. U. S. private equity firm Clayton Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) has stepped up to take a majority 51% stake in the company. But they won't be the only new faces. The French government, through the Public Investment Bank (BPI), is

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Oct 21 2024BUSINESS

The Rise of Budget Long-Haul Flights

Not too long ago, experts were ready to declare long-haul low-cost airlines (LHLCCs) a failure. After all, they couldn't match the success of short-haul low-cost carriers. But as the pandemic eased, something unexpected happened. Demand for budget flights surged, and LHLCCs started making profits. H

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Oct 20 2024BUSINESS

Revamping Gas Station Food: A Global Taste Adventure

Convenience stores in the U. S. are transforming into surprise food havens, inspired by global tastes. Onceinfamous for unappetizing eats, places like 7-Eleven and QuikTrip now offer real meals, from sit-down dining to made-to-order dishes. They're trying to boost sales as traditional items like cig

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Strike May End With New Deal

Early this morning, Boeing and its union announced a tentative agreement to end a five-week strike that's rocked the company. The International Association of Machinists, which represents 33, 000 striking workers, will vote on the deal on Wednesday. The offer includes a 35% wage increase over four y

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

Meet the xTool S1: The Ultimate Laser Engraver for SMBs

Ever thought about giving your small or medium-sized business (SMB) a boost with cutting-edge technology? Well, the xTool S1 is here to make that happen! This nifty machine is designed for both business owners and tech enthusiasts who are on the lookout for a top-notch laser engraving solution. Why

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

Small Business Loans: Bigger, Better, and More Accessible Than Ever

The rules for getting a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan just got a big shake-up! For decades, entrepreneurs were limited to $5 million in SBA-backed loans. But in May 2023, the SBA revamped this rule. Now, you can borrow up to $5 million per business, as long as each one belongs to a differ

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

From City to Château: A New Life in France

Karen Kissane, a 49-year-old business coach, shifted her family's life dramatically when she moved to France. It all began after she faced career setbacks in the UK. Karen decided to start her own coaching business after encountering unfair treatment at her corporate job. Her income soon surpassed h

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

From Watches to Wind: How Philipp Man is Reinventing Battery Storage

Ever wondered how someone can shift from trading luxury watches to changing the energy storage game? Meet Philipp Man, a former watch trader who felt the grind of selling expensive items to the wealthy. He decided to return to the energy world, this time with a focus on making a real impact on the p

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