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A new report from the U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) has painted an optimistic picture of the American economy, with the latest economic data suggesting reduced inflation, increased real wages, and low unemployment rates. As many households continue to feel the pinch, it appears individual financial experiences may not fully align with this positive … Read more

Kentucky is gearing up for a major shake-up in its sales tax system, aiming to make the state more attractive for business and better for shoppers. The upcoming change is all about helping businesses grow and making sure customers don’t end up paying more than they should. What’s Changing in Kentucky’s Sales Tax? Kentucky aims … Read more

Elon Musk was hoping for a $56 billion compensation plan from Tesla’s board of directors, and he came so close. This was until a Delaware judge ruled it “unfair” since Musk had so much control over those negotiating the deal. Groundbreaking Compensation Overturned A Delaware judge has nullified Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s colossal $56 billion … Read more

After multiple emergency incidents on Boeing flights and 346 lives lost over the last few years, Ryanair’s CEO still believes the airplane manufacturer has safety as its “No. 1 Byword.” From Criticizing to Commending Boeing Management Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary was once a stern critic of Boeing Airplanes, but now he’s praising them despite the … Read more

UPS is the latest in a string of employers making headlines for demanding their remote employees return to work in the office. They’ve also just announced that they’re cutting 12,000 jobs. UPS Announces Mass Layoffs International shipping giant UPS has announced a significant round of layoffs to come in 2024. The company says they plan … Read more

The complexity of tax documentation can overwhelm even the most diligent taxpayer. Fortunately, the IRS wants to simplify its communications to make life easier for millions. It has commenced a new initiative to make tax notices more accessible and understandable. The Taxpayer’s Burden The average American taxpayer faces a daunting challenge each year thanks to … Read more

Toyota has started a massive recall of over 50,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to airbags that could “explode and shoot sharp metal” at customers, and it’s not the first time. Urgent Warning from Toyota Toyota has issued an immediate do-not-drive advisory for specific vehicle models due to a defect in Takata airbags. Takata Airbags … Read more

A new report by the Washington think tank, the Urban Institute, has looked into the outcome of Texas’s groundbreaking guaranteed-basic-income experiment, which provided $1,000 a month to 135 low-income families for a year. The experiment aimed to help those in poverty by enhancing housing security and giving them the power to make better choices for … Read more

A McDonald’s spin-off restaurant called CosMc’s opened in one location to tap into a new market that McDonald’s has missed, and it drove three times more traffic than the original McDonald’s restaurant. CosMc’s Surges Ahead McDonald’s innovative CosMc’s spinoff, specializing in whacky drinks, is outpacing traditional Mickey D’s in attracting younger customers. A Beverage-Led Evolution … Read more

An interviewer standing outside a grocery store has revealed that he and his team struggled to find anyone with any optimism about the economy as food prices sore, stressing people are “really bummed out.” CBS Anchor Acknowledges Economic Concerns CBS anchor Tony Dokoupil revealed his team’s struggle to find anyone outside a New Hampshire grocery … Read more