The Fight is Not Over: Invest in Courageous, Progressive Journalism 2026

The Fight is Not Over: Invest in Courageous, Progressive Journalism 2026

The fight for democracy persists as we approach the second half of 2023. As the year progresses, we face lies, corruption and violence. And so the fight for America will continue as Senate Republicans work to block Democrats from passing even the most popular measures under President Biden. As prices skyrocket across the country and … Read more

TikTok to pay Alabama $100m and limit teenage use in first state settlement | TikTok

TikTok to pay Alabama $100m and limit teenage use in first state settlement | TikTok

TikTok agreed to pay Alabama at least $100 million and enact time limits and other restrictions on teen users, avoiding a trial with a settlement that was inspired by Instagram owner Meta’s recent settlement with U.S. states. Alabama described it as a “first-in-the-nation settlement” with a state in the wide-ranging litigation over social media’s effect … Read more

TikTok to pay $100m, limit daily child usage in Alabama settlement

TikTok to pay $100m, limit daily child usage in Alabama settlement

“TikTok’s priority has always been to foster a safe, positive space where people can be creative, discover what they love, and connect with their community,” a TikTok USDS spokesperson said. “This builds on our commitment and primary goal to continually improve our robust safety tools to protect teens.”

Could an iced coffee freeze you out of the job market? – BBC

Could an iced coffee freeze you out of the job market? - BBC

Could an iced coffee keep you out of the job market? BBCHow iced coffee sparked a generational debate The New York TimesThe iced coffee debate reflects “everything that’s wrong with hiring right now,” career expert says CNBCWhat recruiters are saying: The do’s and don’ts of job interviews The Washington PostShould you bring iced coffee to … Read more

Cato Fashions store closures: 120 locations shutting down

Cato Fashions store closures: 120 locations shutting down

Scott Bauer, CEO of Prosper Trading Academy, discusses retail investors’ appetite for market upside and downside protection in ‘The Claman Countdown.’ A women’s clothing company that serves price-conscious consumers announced it will close 120 retail stores by the end of the fiscal year. Cato Corporation, parent company of Cato Fashions, operates more than 1,000 women’s … Read more

Costco cuts prices on produce, meat and home goods after tariff refunds

Costco cuts prices on produce, meat and home goods after tariff refunds

FOX Business correspondent Lauren Simonetti breaks down a report revealing which US states bear the heaviest and lightest burden of tariffs on ‘Varney & Co.’ Costco said Thursday that it received $184 million in fee refunds in the company’s fourth quarter, most of which was reinvested into lower prices for members who shop at the … Read more

The surprise winners from record-high diesel prices – The Washington Post

The surprise winners from record-high diesel prices - The Washington Post

Surprise winners from record diesel prices The Washington Post Rising diesel prices squeeze truckers, farmers as costs hit consumers The Detroit News Farmers face big expenses and uncertain bottom line during fall harvest season NPRHow rising diesel prices are spreading through nearly every part of the economy PBS Diesel fuel prices in Connecticut hit record … Read more

Tesla Semi finally enters volume production, 7 years behind schedule

Tesla Semi finally enters volume production, 7 years behind schedule

Image: Tesla Tesla officially launched high-volume production of the Tesla Semi last night at its dedicated new factory in Nevada, a plant it says can make 50,000 electric trucks a year. The Class 8 truck was introduced in 2017 and production was promised for 2019. Seven years later, Tesla says deliveries “start now” and detailed … Read more