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From Conservative Upbringing to CEO: Makena Finger Zannini's Journey
Makena Finger Zannini was raised in a conservative evangelical community.Courtesy of JENNY CHOK PHOTO/JENNY CHOK PHOTO <ul><li>Makena Finger Zannini was raised in a conservative evangelical communit… [+4222 chars]
Tech Professional Shares Insights on Rejections from Big Tech Companies
Akshay Phadké made it to final interview rounds for roles at Meta, Amazon, Yelp, and Dropbox before being rejected.Akshay Phadké <ul><li>Akshay Phadké has gone through countless interview rounds as … [+5938 chars]
Tesla's Cybertruck Launches in Saudi Arabia Amid Struggles with Sales
Tesla has struggled to sell as many Cybertrucks as Elon Musk once promised.Anadolu/Getty Images <ul><li>Tesla plans to sell the Cybertruck in Saudi Arabia and the UAE as it tries to sell more of the… [+3749 chars]
Riyadh Air Unveils Luxurious Cabin Designs Ahead of Launch
Riyadh Air's Business Elite suites can turn into a double bed.Courtesy of Riyadh Air <ul><li>Riyadh Air has unveiled its interior cabins ahead of a launch due later this year.</li><li>Its Boeing 787… [+4074 chars]
China Issues Stark Warning Against 'Appeasement' of the US in Trade Negotiations
China has hit out at countries it accuses of appeasing the US in trade talks over President Donald Trump's tariffs. A Chinese commerce ministry spokesperson made the comments in response to reports … [+1055 chars]
ALT Sports Data Secures $5 Million Funding to Revolutionize Betting in Niche Sports
Joe Dunnigan and Todd Ballard founded ALT Sports Data.Todd Ballard <ul><li>ALT Sports Data gathers data on niche sports so sportsbooks can create bets.</li><li>The company, which works with leagues … [+3749 chars]
Boeing's 737 Max Returns to US Amidst Trade Tensions
On Sunday, a 737 Max plane meant for a Chinese airline was returned to Boeing's production hub in the US.Dan Catchpole/Reuters <ul><li>A Boeing jet meant for Xiamen Airlines returned to Boeing's US … [+3125 chars]
Trump Defends Tariffs, Claims Business Leaders Who Oppose Them Are Misguided
"THE BUSINESSMEN WHO CRITICIZE TARIFFS ARE BAD AT BUSINESS, BUT REALLY BAD AT POLITICS," President Donald Trump wrote in a Truth Social post on Sunday.Andrew Harnik via Getty Images <ul><li>Presiden… [+3442 chars]
Innovative Outdoor Gear Breaks Free from PFAS: A Shift Towards a Greener Future
New bans on PFAS push outdoor and apparel brands to innovate beyond toxic waterproofing—ushering in a cleaner, high-performance future Read Style Outdoor Gear Breaking the Forever Cycle New… [+5983 chars]
DHL Suspends Package Deliveries Over $800 to the US Amid New Customs Regulations
DHL is temporarily suspending delivery of packages from other countries valued at more than $800 to US customers following more stringent customs rules under President Donald Trump's tariffs framewor… [+2210 chars]
Iceland Faces Severe Potato Harvest Decline Amid Harsh Weather Conditions
Icelandic farmers experienced one of their worst potato harvests in over three decades. In 2024, they harvested 5,514 tons, according to Statistics Iceland, a significant decrease from the 7,298 ton… [+2580 chars]
The Parfitt Family's Luxurious Bali Escape: Creating a Unique Vacation Destination
The villa at sunset.Kasianda <ul><li>Justin and Annabelle Parfitt decided to live part-time between Bali and France in 2017.</li><li>They purchased a land lease in Bali and spent $1.7 million buildi… [+5937 chars]
Minimalism Set to Dominate Apparel Industry Amid Economic Uncertainty
Consumers can expect to see minimalism across the apparel industry, from the highest end luxury houses to fast fashion stores.Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BI <ul><li>Fashion experts told BI a… [+5226 chars]
Mission Control: A No-Frills Haven for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in San Francisco
Residents Conor Brennan-Burke and Surabhi Todi at Mission Control in San Francisco's Mission District.Ben Bergman/BI <ul><li>Mission Control was founded by a group of former Thiel fellows in 2013.</… [+6532 chars]
Matthew Rutherford: Championing the Apprenticeship Over University
Matthew Rutherford decided to do an apprenticeship rather than attend university.Screwfix <ul><li>Matthew Rutherford won a national award in the UK for his carpentry skills and dedication.</li><li>H… [+4493 chars]
Nancy Neff: A Model of Financial Savvy in Retirement
Nancy Neff, 72, (not pictured) retired comfortably and travels the world.Tatiana Maksimova/Getty Images <ul><li>Nancy Neff, 72, enjoys a travel-filled retirement funded by a strong 401(k) and saving… [+4439 chars]
Boeing 737 MAX Returns to U.S. Amid Ongoing Trade Tariff Disputes
By Dan Catchpole and Lisa Barrington SEATTLE (Reuters) - A Boeing jet intended for use by a Chinese airline landed back at the planemaker's U.S. production hub on Sunday, a victim of the tit-for-tat… [+1687 chars]
Canadian Retailers Push Back Against U.S. Imports with New Tariff Warning Labels
Tags reading "Buy Canadian Instead" are seen on an empty shelf of American products at a supermarket in Vancouver, Canada.VCG/VCG via Getty Images <ul><li>Some Canadian retailers are now labelling p… [+2883 chars]
American Express Reports Positive Financial Behavior Among Younger Cardholders
According to Amex CEO Stephen Squeri, Generation Z and millennial Amex cardholders have an average FICO score of 750 and lower delinquency rates, bucking industry-wide trends.Silas Stein/picture alli… [+2917 chars]
Protests Turn Violent: 19-Year-Old Charged After Cybertruck Firebombing in Kansas
A Cybertruck after protesters angry with Tesla CEO Elon Musk's role in the government set it ablaze outside a Tesla dealership in Seattle.AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson <ul><li>A 19-year-old has been charg… [+2622 chars]
Economists Challenge Trump's Tariff Strategy: A Call for Change
President Donald Trump's tariff formula has come under scrutiny.Getty Images <ul><li>Dozens of leading economists and academics have taken issue with Trump's tariff plan.</li><li>The economists, inc… [+3662 chars]
How a Family Tragedy Inspired Financial Preparedness Through Airline Points
On December 23, 2014, I learned that my grandfather had suddenly died. My husband had recently graduated from college and accepted his first professional position in Texas over 1,000 miles away from… [+4291 chars]
Small Manufacturers Weigh in on Tariffs and Their Impact on U.S. Industry
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Drew Greenblatt is fully on board with the Trump administrations use of tariffs to rebalance a global trading system that it says favors foreign companies over U.S. manufacturer… [+5640 chars]
A New Life in Portugal: One Mom's Journey from NYC to a Safer Home
Lisa White does not plan on ever moving back to the US.Courtesy of Lisa White <ul><li>For most of my life, I never imagined living anywhere but New York City.</li><li>Circumstances changed about two… [+4236 chars]
Unprecedented Savings on the iRobot Roomba Vacuum and Mop Combo
Saving this much on an iRobot vacuum and mop combo is practically unheard of: Right now, Amazon has the iRobot Roomba robot vacuum and mop combo for just $149 which is a massive 46% off its usual $27… [+1984 chars]
Average Earnings for Gig Workers Decline Amid Heightened Competition
The average earnings for gig workers have fallen as competition rises compared to a few years ago.Education Images <ul><li>The gig economy might be a tempting option for workers worried about a rece… [+3468 chars]
Rising Tariffs Impact Prices and Availability of Baby Products
Raising a child in America has never been cheap
UK Companies Advised to Conduct In-Person Interviews to Combat North Korean Fake IT Workers
Google intelligence report finds UK is a particular target of IT worker ploy that sends wages to Kim Jong Un’s stateBritish companies are being urged to carry out job interviews for IT workers on video or in person to head off the threat of giving jobs to fake North Korean employees.The warning was made after analysts said that the UK has become a prime target for hoax IT workers deployed by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. They are typically hired to work remotely, enabling them to escape detection and send their wages to Kim Jong Un’s state. Continue reading...
Expecting Parents Rush to Buy Baby Gear Amid Tariff Concerns
Raising a child in America has never been cheap. In the first year alone, it costs an average of $20,384, according to parenting website Baby Center.
Corporate Earnings and Global Trends Set to Shape Market Sentiment
Investors are keenly awaiting corporate earnings from HCL Technologies, Axis Bank, and Maruti, alongside global tariff developments from the US, which are expected to influence market sentiment. FII inflows, driven by a weakening dollar, and India's strong growth outlook are providing support. However, potential negative surprises regarding US tariffs could introduce volatility.
Amid Uncertainty, GE Vernova Bets on AI-Driven Power Revolution
Shares in the turbine maker soared last year but now it must contend with DeepSeek and Donald Trump
Fly By Jing Founder Jing Gao Discusses the Impact of Tariffs on Small Businesses
Founder Jing Gao told BI that the fluctuations around tariffs are "impossible to plan for and disproportionately affect small businesses and entrepreneurs."Fly By Jing <ul><li>Jing Gao is the founde… [+5116 chars]
Florida's Lakeland Region Faces Alarmingly High Foreclosure Rates
One metro area in Florida has attracted attention as the leader of a particular housing category in the U.S. but its no cause for cheer. The states Lakeland region had the nations highest foreclosur… [+4022 chars]
The Impending End of Duty-Free Shopping: My Temu Experience
Aninka Bongers-Sutherland/Getty, Tyler Le/BI <ul><li>I've been tracking my latest order from Temu. It finally arrived — with no extra fees.</li><li>But starting soon, because of the expected ending … [+3277 chars]
DHL Express Announces Temporary Suspension of Global Shipments Over $800 to U.S. Consumers
The multinational logistics company DHL Express said it would suspend global shipments worth more than $800 to American consumers due to U.S. customs regulatory changes.