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Dec 28 2024BUSINESS

Costco Stands Firm on Diversity Despite Critics

Costco, the popular warehouse retailer, is taking a strong stance against a growing wave of opposition towards diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. The company recently advised its shareholders to reject a proposal from a conservative think tank, the National Center for Public Policy Rese

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Dec 13 2024BUSINESS

Costco's Q1 2025: Shoppers Spend More at Home

Costco's first-quarter earnings surprised Wall Street with better-than-expected results, as shoppers spent more on jewelry, luggage, and furniture. The company's Chief Financial Officer, Gary Millerchip, noted that customers are being selective with their purchases but are willing to spend on unique

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Dec 07 2024SCIENCE

Math Magic: When Polynomials Lock In

Imagine you're playing with a special type of polynomial – one that’s postcritically finite. These guys are kind of like magic puzzles where all the pieces fit together just right. Scientists have found a neat way to prove these polynomials are rigid, meaning they don't change their shape or form. T

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Butter Recall: How Milk Went Missing on the Label

Imagine being told to throw away almost 80, 000 pounds of butter because it didn't say it contains milk. Yes, you heard right! A recent recall by Costco has people scratching their heads. The FDA stepped in and said that Kirkland Signature butter didn't clearly mention milk as an ingredient, even th

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Oct 11 2024FOOD

The Great Chili Debate: Is Costco's Recipe the Real Thing?

Every autumn, Costco brings back its massive 4-pound tubs of chili. But is it truly authentic? A well-known Instagram account, @costcohotfinds, stirred up a heated discussion about this. The account's owner, a mom, excitedly shared the return of the chili, but many followers weren't convinced. They

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Retailers in the Crosshairs: A Battle Over the Abortion Pill

Comptroller Brad Lander is stirring up a hornet's nest. He's urging major retailers like Walmart, Costco, and Kroger to start selling the abortion pill mifepristone. He argues that it's not just a matter of women's health, but also good business. Lander points out that New York City's pension funds

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Is the Sphere's Future as Bright as its Lights? A Closer Look at the Entertainment Giant's Challenges

The Sphere, a dazzling new entertainment venue in Las Vegas, has been making waves since its opening. But is this innovative space truly a game-changer, or are there cracks in its seemingly perfect facade? Analysts at Benchmark are raising some serious red flags, downgrading Sphere Entertainment C

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