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Mikes, your free sub awaits.
Ever feel like everyone shared your name? If you're a Michael, that's about to pay off! Firehouse Subs will give every person named Michael a free Steak & Cheese Melt on May 6, 2026.
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The SEC closed a door, so investors built a brighter window.
Trump's SEC made it harder for small investors to voice concerns via EDGAR. Now, they're fighting back with Proxy Open Exchange (POE), their own platform for transparency.
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Deere brings excavator production home, planting new jobs in North Carolina.
John Deere is opening new U.S. facilities and rehiring some workers. But these moves barely dent the thousands of jobs cut recently, even as the company's global presence expands.
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The cereal box toy, once gone, now returns.
Remember Saturday morning cartoons? Waking early for the best TV spot, a giant bowl of cereal, and those precious commercial breaks. Kids today will never know the struggle or the joy.
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See how Botox helps Planned Parenthood keep its doors open.
Planned Parenthood clinics, hit by federal Medicaid cuts, are now offering Botox and other aesthetic services to stay afloat.
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No Bidding Wars: How one app helps art buyers find their perfect piece.
Loïc Gouzer's new art auction app, Fair Warning, launches "No Warning" on April 23. This untested format challenges traditional art sales: buy now or make a single offer—no bidding wars.
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Did BookTok just save the neighborhood bookstore?
BookTok, a community predominantly of women, is driving a real-world bookstore revival. After two years of decline, print book sales rose 1% in 2024.
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Listeners just strengthened NPR's future with $113 million in gifts.
Connie Ballmer just gave NPR $80 million of a $113 million gift. Her hope: spark bold innovation and strengthen NPR's national network.
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From IPO sizzle to lasting success: HR now anchors growth.
Want your new business to thrive? A University of Iowa study reveals key management lessons, like hiring an HR exec, that help newly public companies survive long-term.
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4 months ago
That Florida bakery you heard about? It just got the Gosling glow-up.
Ryan Gosling just launched a Florida bakery into the stratosphere! A shout-out on Late Night with Seth Meyers sent this Tallahassee spot into overdrive.
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Primark's new line helps 1.2 billion disabled adults dress with ease.
Elliot Caswell, living with cerebral palsy, struggled to find clothes easy to put on. Now, he's designing them, championing self-expression and choice for everyone.
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Rare spirits ignite a new generation of collectors.
Global spirits sales are down, but rare whiskey auctions are booming. Sotheby's new report reveals their wine & spirits market is defying trends, outperforming general market expectations.
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Facebook's secret ingredient for creators: guaranteed pay.
Facebook just launched Creator Fast Track: a new program offering guaranteed pay and increased reach to help creators accelerate growth and success on the platform.
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India's micro-dramas flourish as social feeds help new stories find their audience.
Short-form video is transforming entertainment in India. Micro-dramas are exploding as a new storytelling format and business vertical, with platforms leveraging Meta to reach audiences and launch shows.
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Chicago reclaims its downtown bus hub before it vanishes
Chicago could rescue its crumbling intercity bus station from financial collapse—if the city agrees to buy it from its struggling owner.
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Sellers on Facebook Marketplace now list items in minutes, not hours.
3.5 million daily listings. Facebook Marketplace has become the go-to hub for buying and selling everything from furniture to fashion—and Meta just made it smarter with AI.
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Social enterprises finally found the money they needed to grow
A £50m fund closed its doors—leaving charities and social enterprises asking: who fills the gap now?
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Paris Hilton is raising $1M for women who lost their businesses in natural disasters
Paris Hilton launches a national grant fund to help women-owned small businesses rebuild after natural disasters.
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Watch how Meta's data centers are fueling American jobs and cleaner energy in communities across the country.
Meta's AI data centers are fueling skilled jobs, boosting productivity, and accelerating scientific breakthroughs across America—transforming communities while advancing the economy.
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Where gas engines once ruled, LiveWire now dominates the high-performance electric motorcycle market.
Harley-Davidson's electric brand LiveWire is struggling to sell e-motos—but the real story runs deeper than the numbers suggest.
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Cards Against Humanity Pledges Refunds to Customers Caught in Tariff Overcharge
Cards Against Humanity is offering refunds to customers, claiming new tariffs are "obviously illegal.
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Female winemakers find their audience as women gravitate toward their bottles
Women winemakers are a sales secret: highlighting female ownership boosts purchases among women, who dominate U.S. wine consumption.
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Faculty scientists turn lab breakthroughs into medicines that reach patients faster
Royalty Pharma's $3 million gift fuels MIT's biotech startup accelerator, supporting faculty entrepreneurs in turning lab discoveries into commercial ventures over two years.
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While gamers customize their avatars, real donations flow to the Salvation Army through Roblox thrift store
Roblox players can now customize avatars affordably while supporting real communities through in-game purchases.
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While tech companies dominate headlines, Meta's data centers quietly anchor jobs and renewable energy across America.
Meta's AI data centers are fueling skilled jobs, boosting productivity, and accelerating scientific breakthroughs across America—investments that extend far beyond technology into communities nationwide.
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Can biotech still flourish when funding freezes? Bakar Labs proves the answer is yes.
Bakar Labs became the launchpad where dozens of biotech companies—including Arcadia Science—found stability to innovate and scale during biotech's harshest funding climate.
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Africa's electric transport sector breaks through as Spiro unlocks $50 million for battery-swapping expansion
Africa's largest e-mobility operator just landed $50 million to expand battery-swapping networks, signaling surging investor confidence in electric transport across the continent.
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Lagos recyclers turn plastic piles into paychecks, reshaping how a city handles waste
In Lagos's Ojuelegba neighborhood, buying a drink is effortless—disposing of the bottle is nearly impossible. Trash clogs streets and drains instead.
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Thrift Shop's Unwanted Rags Reborn as Bespoke Fashion, Funding Children's Hospice
At just 10 years old, Victoria Ford has been harnessing her creativity to tackle life's challenges. Now, she's putting those skills to work for a worthy cause.
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Can Billie Eilish's recycled concert tees inspire a wave of music industry sustainability?
Billie Eilish, the eco-conscious pop star, stepped in to save 400,000 unsold shirts from a landfill, showcasing her commitment to sustainable practices in the music industry.
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The Surprising Diplomat Shaping the Future of the Arab World Institute
Anne-Claire Legendre, a senior diplomat and one of French President Emmanuel Macron’s closest advisers on North Africa and the Middle East, has been chosen to lead the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris, according to Le Monde, marking a turning point for the institution after weeks of turmoil. Legendr...
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Savor the Magic: Disney Unveils 20+ New Restaurants for 2026
Enchanting Disney resorts whisk guests to fantastical realms, where sights, sounds, and flavors are meticulously crafted to captivate. In 2026, an ambitious 18 new restaurants will join this ever-evolving magic.
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Celebrate Women Entrepreneurs Thriving in Karnataka's New 50-Acre Park
In a step towards supporting women in manufacturing and industry, the FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) Bengaluru has officially opened a 50-acre industrial park in Gauribidanur, a town in the Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka. This initiative is among the first of its kind in the state, aimed at p...
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Couples Who See Each Other as Savers Enjoy Happier Marriages
A new study reveals a surprising link between a couple's spending habits and their relationship satisfaction. Spouses who view their partners as savers report greater marital and financial well-being.
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Rare 1776 Declaration of Independence Broadside Heading to Auction, Offering Glimpse of America's Founding
A rare relic from America's founding, this 1776 broadside is one of only 125 known to exist, offering a glimpse into the nation's revolutionary birth.
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The Surprising Reason the Seahawks Might Soon Change Hands
The Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl LX triumph over the Patriots marks a pivotal moment for the franchise and its new owner, Jody Allen, who inherited the team after her brother Paul's passing.
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Lebanon Families Gain from Meta's $10 Billion Data Center Boom
Powering the future: A $10 billion data center campus in Lebanon, Indiana, set to transform the local community and drive innovation.
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Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Unlock Organizational Wellness
Emotional intelligence emerges as a vital skill, empowering educators and leaders to navigate rising workplace strain and complexity. New research explores its transformative impact.
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EV Charging Firms Seek Buyers as Costs Climb
Facing a cash crunch and fierce competition, British electric charger firms are pleading with rivals to acquire them, industry leaders reveal.
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Can Scaling Startups Actually Close the Gender Gap?
Rapid growth pressures founders to make rushed hiring choices that disadvantage women, a new study reveals. As startups scale, founders increasingly rely on mental shortcuts, undermining diversity.
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