Schumer: Trump’s visit to the Middle East appears more like a personal business trip
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer (NY) criticized President Trump’s recent trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, labeling it more of a “personal business venture” than an official presidential visit. On the Senate floor, Schumer expressed concerns, stating, “Donald Trump’s trip to the Middle East looks like a personal business venture.” He […]
China criticizes UK-US trade agreement; Aviva’s £3.7 billion purchase of Direct Line faces competition investigation – business live
Good morning, and welcome to our ongoing coverage of business, financial markets, and the global economy. Reports suggest that China is taking aim at the recent trade agreement between the UK and US, which may effectively push Chinese products out of British supply chains. This trade deal, announced last Thursday, is the first one finalized […]
Key business figures at the Trump-Saudi meeting
Trump’s Lunch with Business Leaders in Saudi Arabia Shortly after arriving in Saudi Arabia, President Trump had lunch with over 30 prominent U.S. business and technology leaders, emphasizing the trip’s goal of exploring investment opportunities. A total of 32 individuals insisted that the White House had been involved in Trump’s lunch discussions with Saudi officials. […]
Stock markets rise due to constructive US-China trade discussions – business update
Introduction: Stocks Will Rise as the US and China Report Progress in Trade Talks Good morning and welcome to our coverage of business, financial markets, and the global economy. A collective sigh of relief is evident in global markets after the US and China announced progress in their weekend trade discussions. Stocks have increased across […]
Elizabeth Holmes, a convicted felon from Theranos, giving advice to her partner on a blood-testing business: report
Reports indicate that Elizabeth Holmes, founder of Theranos, is backing a new medical startup despite serving time in federal prison related to her previous venture. I mean, it’s kind of surprising, right? Holmes, who is now 41, was convicted in 2022 in Texas and is facing a sentence of over 11 years for defrauding investors […]
No applications from insomniacs: Business seeking ‘Rest and Digest’ summer intern
Are you looking for a job that lets you snuggle in all day? Well, here’s an interesting position from an online sleeper sofa company, Codol, that’s opening its doors for a “Codolated Intern.” No need to worry about insomnia to apply. This summer internship, named “Rest and Digest,” lasts eight weeks and is open to […]
She gave birth early while on a business trip to NYC — now she works as a labor and delivery nurse.
This story carries a lot of heart. In North Carolina, a woman’s journey into nursing was sparked by a life-changing experience during a business trip to New York, where she unexpectedly went into premature labor. “I’m a nurse now because of my time in New York,” said Shelsey Holbert, who transitioned from a career in […]
The True Business of the Trump Family Is Cryptocurrency
Trump’s Latest Fundraising Strategy: A Gala for $Trump Crypto On Monday morning, leaders in the political sphere had an unusual message to share. President Donald Trump wasn’t discussing the usual hot topics like tariffs or staff changes. Instead, he highlighted something called the “$Trump Gala Dinner,” a post linked to something called getTrumpmemes.com. When checking […]
The enduring value of handwritten thank-you notes in business
Checking the mailbox can still spark a little thrill, right? Rationally, we know it usually holds bills we didn’t ask for, catalogs we’re not interested in, and coupons that will go unused. Yet, there’s this quiet hope that perhaps something meaningful is tucked inside. A personal touch, maybe a long-lost letter from a penpal. And […]
MTA will benefit from NYC business taxes and speed camera fines in NY’s $254B large budget
Things are moving quickly with the New Yorker wallet situation. On Thursday, lawmakers approved the details of a payroll tax aimed at funding the MTA’s ambitious capital plan as part of a $254 billion state budget. This budget outlines new revenue strategies for the MTA, such as implementing speed cameras to catch those speeding through […]