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Jun 01 2025BUSINESS

The Uncertain Future of Business in Russia

The idea of U. S. companies returning to Russia after the Ukraine conflict seems far-fetched. Many companies left Russia after the 2022 invasion, including big names like Coca-Cola, Nike, and Ford. Now, there's talk about these companies coming back, but it's not that simple. The business landscape

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Jun 01 2025OPINION

New York's Trash Battle: Who Pays the Price?

New York City's plan to tackle trash and rats has hit a snag. The city wants Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) to buy expensive trash containers. This is causing a stir, as BIDs are not city agencies but groups that support local businesses. They already fund street cleaning and security from th

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Jun 01 2025BUSINESS

Market Basket: Management Shake-Up and Customer Concerns

The Market Basket supermarket chain in Waltham, Massachusetts, has seen a significant change in its leadership. The board of directors has placed CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and several other executives on leave. This move has sparked concerns among customers, who worry about potential price hikes due to

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May 31 2025POLITICS

U. S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: We're here to back our friends in the Indo-Pacific

The Indo-Pacific region has been a hot topic lately. Why? Because China has been acting up. The U. S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, recently spoke at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He made it clear that the U. S. is not backing down from its commitments to its allies in the region. This is

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May 31 2025CELEBRITIES

Combs' Former Staffers Speak Out: A Look Into the Third Week of the Trial

The third week of the trial against Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, was filled with shocking revelations from his former employees. These individuals, who once worked closely with the hip-hop mogul, provided a glimpse into his alleged violent and controlling behavior. One of these former employees,

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May 31 2025EDUCATION

Chinese Students Seek Alternatives Amid US Visa Tightening

Chinese students are rethinking their plans to study in the US. The reason? Recent changes in visa policies have made the process more difficult and uncertain. This shift is part of a broader trend of tightening regulations on foreign students, particularly those from China. The US government has s

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May 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Big Tech Shake-Up: OS Updates, AI Phones, and New Folds

OnePlus is diving headfirst into AI. Their latest phones will feature a dedicated AI button. This button, called the Plus Key, can be customized to launch specific apps or shortcuts. It's similar to what Nothing introduced earlier with their Nothing Phone (3a) series. By default, the Plus Key wi

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May 31 2025POLITICS

Chinese Students in America: A Balancing Act

The FBI has been keeping an eye on certain Chinese students and professors in the U. S. for years, suspecting some of them of spying for China. Now, the Trump administration has a new plan to tackle this issue. But, some experts are not convinced that this plan is the best way to go about it. The S

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: EU and Canada React to Rising Steel Tariffs

The European Union and Canada are not happy with a recent move by the United States. The U. S. has decided to double the tariffs on steel imports from 25% to 50%. This decision is causing a lot of uncertainty in the global economy. It also means higher costs for both consumers and businesses on both

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: A Fresh Look at the US-China Trade Dispute

The trade relationship between the United States and China hit a rough patch. The latest development? A public accusation from the U. S. President. He claimed that China had not kept its end of a recent trade bargain. This news sent a ripple through the stock market, causing a slight dip in early tr

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