Bodega owners’ representative urges struggling New Yorkers not to steal after SNAP benefits end: ‘They might get shot’
Representatives for bodega owners in New York City are urging residents facing financial difficulties to stay calm and refrain from visiting local Loop stores, especially as SNAP benefits could run out amid the ongoing federal shutdown. Fernando Mateo, who recently announced his plan to establish a new bodega organization, expressed concerns about potential looting. He […]
Leader of well-known NYC bodega owners’ association steps down after Zohran Mamdani’s endorsement for mayor
Bodega Civil War Erupts Fernando Mateo, the vibrant co-founder of the United Bodega of America, announced his resignation on Wednesday. This decision stemmed from frustration over the group’s chairman endorsing Zoran Mamdani for New York mayor, which Mateo labeled a “betrayal.” Mateo plans to hold a press conference Thursday morning to condemn President Radames Rodríguez’s […]
Former employees’ information was used by restaurant owners to file business taxes, according to a lawsuit.
A bar in Manhattan is facing a lawsuit for allegedly misrepresenting an employee’s identity, claiming she was an owner or director of the business. This misunderstanding has led to a hefty $2.5 million tax liability. Alexandra Putnam served as a payroll processor and operations manager from 2016 to 2023 for Elizabeth Slavutsky and Armando Soto, […]
Large Internet Disruption at Amazon Caused ‘Smart Bed’ Owners to Deal with Overheating Mattresses
AWS Outage Disrupts Eight Sleep Smart Beds On October 20, a significant outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) led to unexpected problems for owners of Eight Sleep’s premium “Pod” smart beds. Many users faced issues like overheating mattresses or beds that became completely unresponsive. This incident raises questions about the reliability of connecting home devices […]
Businesses for sale? Trump’s new tax law provides Main Street owners a more profitable way to sell.
Potential Tax Benefits for Small Businesses Under New Law A recent legislative change, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, could offer significant financial advantages for small business owners looking to sell in the near future. Signed into law by President Trump in July, this bill expands the benefits associated with qualified small business […]
Broadway musicians achieve preliminary deal with theater owners, avoiding possible strike
The show must go on! On Thursday, Broadway musicians reached a preliminary collective bargaining agreement with theater owners, which effectively puts a stop to a looming strike that threatened to shut down about two dozen musicals. The American Federation of Musicians Local 802, representing around 1,200 musicians, announced that the deal with the Broadway League […]
Wikipedia Owners Miss Deadline for House Committee Document Request
In August, the House Oversight Committee reached out to the Wikimedia Foundation, which operates Wikipedia, asking for information by September 10. However, the foundation did not provide the needed documents. A news assistant from one of the committee members confirmed this. The Republican members are examining potential biases, especially anti-Israel sentiments, within the online encyclopedia. […]
A group of armed shoplifters is striking fear in NYC supermarkets, and grocery store owners claim the NYPD is overlooking the chaos.
A group of shoplifters armed with knives has been creating chaos at a supermarket in New York City, stealing merchandise worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, while owners claim police are not adequately addressing the situation, according to reports. Since July, this gang of five has targeted numerous stores, quickly filling their backpacks with high-priced […]
Stellantis Affects Jeep Hybrids with Flawed Software Update, Stranding Owners
Jeep Wrangler 4xE Software Update Causes Major Issues for Owners A recent software update for the Jeep Wrangler 4xE Plug-in Hybrid has reportedly led to significant problems, leaving several owners in challenging situations after their vehicles malfunctioned following the update. Stellantis announced on Friday that it released an over-the-air (OTA) software update for the UConnect […]
Portland business owners raise concerns about crime issues as National Guard deployment approaches
Managers in Portland, Oregon raised concerns on Tuesday about the city’s ongoing crime crisis, particularly as President Trump faces challenges in deploying federal troops there to help address the situation. “We need help here,” stated Amy Nichols, a victim of ten break-ins by a local company. After enduring years of difficulty, Nichols hopes that the […]