Rare Earths Surge After U.S. Establishes a Minimum Price – Crude Oil Prices Today

Rare Earths Surge After U.S. Establishes a Minimum Price - Crude Oil Prices Today

Recent Developments in the Rare Earth Metals Market The Rare Earth Metals Monthly Index (MMI) has seen a slight increase of 0.37%, exhibiting some stability amid recent fluctuations in the global market. Over the past few weeks, the rare earth metals market has undergone significant developments, affecting both supply chains and pricing. Announcements from Washington […]

California’s $20 minimum wage results in thousands of job losses.

California's $20 minimum wage results in thousands of job losses.

A recent study from the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) suggests that California’s minimum wage increase in 2023 may lead to significant job losses in the state. Specifically, researchers determined that the wage hike to $20 for fast food workers, implemented in April 2024, has resulted in a decrease of approximately 18,000 jobs in […]

California’s $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Resulted in 18,000 Job Losses

California's $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Resulted in 18,000 Job Losses

Impact of California’s $20 Minimum Wage on Fast Food Employment California’s implementation of a $20 hourly minimum wage has led to a notable decrease in employment within the fast food sector, resulting in an estimated reduction of 18,000 jobs. This finding comes from a recent paper published by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). […]

DOJ consents to hold Abrego Garcia for a minimum of one month to stop deportation

DOJ consents to hold Abrego Garcia for a minimum of one month to stop deportation

On Monday, attorneys representing both the Trump administration and Salvadoran immigrant Kilmer Abrego Garcia reached an agreement to keep him in U.S. criminal custody in Tennessee for an additional 30 days. According to a filing made with U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw, Abrego Garcia’s lawyers indicated that he had been informed of this extension. This […]

Vietnam: Minimum of 34 fatalities after sightseeing boat overturns

Vietnam: Minimum of 34 fatalities after sightseeing boat overturns

Tragic Capsizing in Vietnam At least 34 people have lost their lives following a sudden thunderstorm that caused a tourist boat to capsize in Vietnam. On Saturday, the Wondersea vessel was carrying 48 passengers and five crew members during a trip to Hang Bay, a popular tourist destination. Rescue teams managed to save 11 individuals […]

St. John’s will play a minimum of 11 games at MSG next season.

St. John's will play a minimum of 11 games at MSG next season.

Under athletic director Ed Cal, St. John’s is set to play 14 games in Madison Square Garden next season, although that number is still up in the air as the school works closely with MSG officials. Currently, St. John’s has a minimum of 11 games scheduled there, a slight increase from the nine played last […]

Spain prevents BBVA from merging with Sabadell for a minimum of three years.

Spain prevents BBVA from merging with Sabadell for a minimum of three years.

New hurdles for BBVA’s takeover bid of Sabadell The Spanish government has introduced new challenges to BBVA’s €11 billion hostile takeover of its rival, Sabadell, stating that the two banks cannot merge for at least three years. Economic Affairs Minister Carlos Cuerpo indicated that the decision ensures the banks must keep their legal identities, assets, […]

Trump undecided on backing senator’s effort to increase minimum wage

Trump undecided on backing senator's effort to increase minimum wage

Trump Uncertain on Minimum Wage Proposal President Trump has expressed uncertainty regarding a new initiative led by Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) to increase the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour. “I’ve never seen it. I need to talk to Josh. He’s a very good friend of mine,” Trump stated during a press briefing from […]