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The International Maritime Organization may approve a new carbon tax on shipping.
The Trump administration argues the carbon tax will harm trade and cost jobs.
Australian businessman...
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• Ken Griffin openly criticized President Trump’s attacks on the Federal Reserve
• He defended leaders like Walmart’s CEO against Trump’s public slams
• Griffin warned Trump’s moves could raise inflation and shake markets
• The billionaire donated heavily to GOP but skipped direct Trump support
• Trump may tread carefully with...
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The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board mocked President Trump’s auto tariffs on Mexico and Canada.
Experts warn that these auto tariffs are squeezing U.S. automakers and will soon hit car buyers.
General Motors estimates a $5 billion loss linked to the new fees.
Consumers may delay buying...
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Denver's housing inventory reached a 13-year high in July.
Over 17,000 homes were for sale, up 30% from last year.
The spike in listings marks a major shift toward a buyer’s market.
This change follows Denver’s earlier reputation as a hot seller's city.
Denver's Real Estate Market Sees...
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• By 2025, one in four new cars sold worldwide will be electric.
• China already sells over half of all new electric vehicles.
• Chinese electric cars often cost less and include cutting-edge features.
• Exports are growing fast, but U.S. tariffs block many Chinese models.
• Affordable Chinese EVs under...
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A U.S. appeals court ruled Trump’s tariffs as illegal.
The Supreme Court is expected to make a final decision soon.
Treasury Secretary believes the tariffs will still stand.
The White House has a backup plan if they’re overturned.
This ruling could reshape U.S. trade policies for years.
What...
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CVS Caremark recently got fined $290 million for Medicare fraud
Rite Aid is now suing CVS Caremark for nearly $500 million in damages
The lawsuit claims CVS Caremark used unfair “clawback” fees
These penalties allegedly helped destroy Rite Aid’s business
CVS Caremark is accused of running an...
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A federal appeals court denied the Trump administration’s request to pause a lower court injunction.
The policy would force passports to list a person’s gender at birth only.
Judges said the rule shows prejudice and violates equal protection.
Transgender travelers face higher risks of harassment and violence.
...
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Trump hailed the Lordstown plant as a big win for Ohio jobs.
An EV startup took over but had no car-making experience.
The startup failed, went bankrupt, and sold to Foxconn.
Foxconn also couldn’t revive the plant, and Fisker talks collapsed.
Now SoftBank will turn the site...
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• Eric Trump said at a Hong Kong conference that Bitcoin prediction will hit $1 million in a few years.
• Bitcoin’s current price is about $108,000, making a $1 million target a tenfold jump.
• CNN’s Erin Burnett was stunned by the bold forecast and noted the Trump family’s...
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Cracker Barrel announced it dropped its new logo plans.
The chain faced a conservative pushback over modern designs.
Company said it listened and will keep the “Old Timer” figure.
Guests can still expect the same country hospitality and menu.
Cracker Barrel rebranding Reversal
This week, the restaurant chain shared...
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The US government could be missing $1.5 billion in tobacco tax revenue.
Inconsistent tobacco tax rules are causing gaps in collections.
Some manufacturers use legal loopholes to avoid paying taxes.
A new report urges Congress to make tax policies more consistent.
Fixing the issue could support public...
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• Conservative voices label the Cracker Barrel logo update as “woke.”
• MAGA influencer Robby Starbuck says the change rejects the restaurant’s redneck image.
• Starbuck claims Cracker Barrel now pushes DEI and LGBT pronoun training.
• He warns customers that American culture and heritage are at risk.
• The influencer urges...
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The US and EU reached a new deal to cap tariffs at 15% on some key products.
The deal focuses on pharmaceuticals, lumber, and semiconductors from Europe.
This agreement replaces earlier threats of much higher tariffs.
It marks a shift in the Trump administration’s global trade strategy.
US...
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President Trump launched a major investigation into imported furniture tariffs.
Stocks of import-heavy retailers plunged after the announcement.
Companies making furniture in North America saw their shares rise.
A Fox Business host admitted tariffs are hurting American shoppers.
A small-business owner shared the emotional impact of these...
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• Trump announced a ban on all new solar and wind projects.
• Elon Musk calls solar power the only option that truly scales.
• States like Texas added over 10 gigawatts of solar last year.
• The clash may reshape America’s energy path.
Can Elon Musk Stop Trump’s Solar Power Ban?
In...
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Minnesota shop owner Sarah Piepenburg struggles under Trump tariffs
Tariffs hit oils, bottles, lids and shrink wrap, raising her costs
Price hikes cause sticker shock and hurt sales
Small shops face rent delays and staff pay issues
Sarah Piepenburg, owner of Vinaigrette in Minneapolis, spoke on CNN’s “The...
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Fox Business reports that tariffs are raising Walmart’s costs.
Walmart missed its earnings targets as costs climbed.
The retailer plans to raise prices to cover higher import duties.
Shoppers may face higher prices and potential stock shortages.
Are Tariffs Driving Up Walmart Prices?
Recently, a Fox Business segment pointed...
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Michael Boulos overcharged his brother-in-law on a superyacht deal.
Michael Boulos’ cousin promised a big wedding invite to a Saudi businessman.
His father earned a White House advisory role after Trump’s 2024 win.
Michael Boulos is now seeking investment in Africa with top leaders.
Michael Boulos: Profiting from...
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Former DOJ lawyer warns lobbyists led the merger review
He claims MAGA-connected advisers influenced justice officials.
The DOJ had first sued to block the tech merger.
A sudden settlement allowed the deal with a few changes.
A court must still review the agreement under a key antitrust...
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- Regular people can back startups with five hundred US dollars through crowdfunding
- Federal law needs companies to file one annual progress report
- Many startups ignore this rule and stop communicating with backers
- A small incentive could ensure that companies stay accountable
- Regulators can require platforms to hold...
