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fromBusiness Matters
37 minutes ago

Reeves tax raid blamed as nightlife 'deserts' spread across Britain

Britain has lost over 26% of after-hours venues since 2020, creating widespread cultural deserts as nightclubs and late-night venues rapidly close.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
49 minutes ago

First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite confirmed in US

A travel-associated New World screwworm myiasis case in a US returnee from El Salvador was confirmed, posing low public health risk but livestock economic threat.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

Zemlin at Open Source Summit EU: Even in the Age of AI, the Software's Future Is Still Open Source

Open-source AI models now match proprietary performance, reveal massive economic value, accelerate global adoption, and signal a shift toward agentic AI and diminished closed-source moats.
fromwww.dw.com
22 hours ago

Global water crisis could cost trillions DW 08/25/2025

Only about 0.5% of Earth's water is usable freshwater, and climate-driven demand, heat, and drought are increasing water stress, undermining food security, economies, and livelihoods.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Notting Hill carnival very close' to not happening, says chair in funding appeal

Notting Hill Carnival narrowly avoided cancellation after emergency funding; organisers seek five-year guaranteed funding recognizing its £400m economic value despite £11m policing costs.
Real estate
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

Sharks Secure Future in San Jose with $425 Million SAP Center Revamp

San Jose secured Sharks' tenancy at SAP Center through 2051 with a $425 million renovation package: $325M city contribution and $100M from the Sharks.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

The last indie bookstore in a wealthy Calif. town is going under

In the early days of December 2024, Michelle Pierce, the owner of the recently opened indie bookstore Malibu Village Books, was finally starting to feel like her little shop was finding its footing. Opened the year before, the store had just launched a big book fair at a Malibu school, and was well into making inroads with other local institutions to collaborate on events.
California
Real estate
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This iconic Oxford Circus building is getting a massive makeover

33 Cavendish Square will be redeveloped into offices, retail and cultural space with an auditorium, net-zero retrofit, and thousands of jobs.
#san-francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago
London music

3 weekend concerts at SF's Golden Gate Park brings in $150 million to city's economy, mayor says

Three weekends of concerts in Golden Gate Park generated $150 million for San Francisco’s economy, attracting over 450,000 attendees.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
SF music

Zack Bryan wraps up 3 weekends of large-scale music events at SF's Golden Gate Park

Large-scale concerts in San Francisco are boosting local businesses significantly.
#tourism
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Manchester United are importing a sinister US tactic: Public money for stadiums

Manchester United plans a new stadium funded in part by moving a rail freight hub, which may use public money indirectly.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Gucci, Dior, Louis Vuitton face crisis as luxury sales slide DW 08/19/2025

Return of corroding medals marks a troubling trend for LVMH amidst luxury sector challenges.
Beer
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

A Government Ruling Could Challenge Craft Brewers Even More

The craft beer industry faces increased costs due to new tariffs on aluminum cans and components.
Agriculture
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Major Calif. food processing factory closing, leaving state after 78 years

California's sugar beet harvest may end as Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative announces closure of Spreckels Sugar facility in Imperial Valley.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Massive AI spending has a 'crowding out' effect that could slow other sectors, top economist says

AI investments significantly boost GDP growth but create negative side effects in other sectors.
#retail
fromFast Company
1 week ago
E-Commerce

FatFace stores closing 2025: All U.S. and Canada locations on the doomed list as retailer goes online-only in North America

fromFast Company
1 week ago
E-Commerce

FatFace stores closing 2025: All U.S. and Canada locations on the doomed list as retailer goes online-only in North America

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK metals firms threaten to sue government over tariffs on steel imports from Asia

The government has shot itself in the foot. It wants to help the steel industry, but acting in this way, giving just 24 hours' notice, has only increased our expenses.
UK politics
Public health
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Weight-loss jabs could slash UK sick days and boost productivity, study finds

Wider access to weight-loss injections on the NHS could reduce sick days and alleviate the economic burden of obesity.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Citi Field casino has "a very good shot," but is still risky, New York state senator says

The proposal for a casino near Citi Field has significant support despite concerns about social issues it might exacerbate.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Census Changes Affect Neighborhood Prices: What To Know About Your Home Value

The census serves as more than a headcount, playing a vital role in political representation and shaping various economic and market functions related to housing.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

D.C. bar owners say Trump's federal law enforcement crackdown is killing their business

Trump's federal policing measures have caused economic distress for LGBTQ+ nightlife in Washington, D.C.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

British horse racing to strike for first time in protest at betting tax hike

British racing will stage its first ever strike on September 10 in protest against a proposed tax increase on betting.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Silly Nice x stupidDOPE: Help Spotlight New York's Best Family-Run Businesses | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Silly Nice and stupidDOPE are spotlighting family-run businesses in New York City to celebrate their contributions and enhance their visibility.
Agriculture
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Washington's hydropower has created a data center boom. Some are concerned about its future.

Quincy, Washington has transformed from a potato-producing town to a hub for data centers amid a national boom driven by internet and AI demand.
fromFortune
1 week ago

The billion-dollar remote work opportunity that rural America can't reach

Federal and state programs have rightly prioritized reaching remote areas, building towers, and upgrading last-mile delivery. But access doesn't guarantee uptake.
Digital life
#tariffs
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Redfin: Multifamily housing permits fall from pandemic highs

Multifamily construction has slowed due to falling rents and high borrowing costs, affecting the rental market dynamics.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

1.9 Million Retirees in North Carolina Qualify for the 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

The OBBBA created a deduction specifically for seniors: $6,000 for individuals over age 65 and $12,000 for qualifying couples, increasing the total deductions significantly.
US politics
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

AI, Wicked Problems, and Health Care Distributive Justice

Healthcare spending in the US is projected to exceed $7.2 trillion by 2031.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Spanish Table in Berkeley is closing, citing tariff uncertainty

The Spanish Table is closing after 24 years due to tariffs and a weakening dollar.
US politics
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

1 Million Retirees in Missouri Qualify for the 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will eliminate federal income tax on Social Security income for most retirees.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

OpenAI's Sam Altman expects to spend trillions' on infrastructure

OpenAI plans to invest trillions in AI infrastructure and seeks novel financing methods for this endeavor.
#climate-change
fromNature
1 week ago
US politics

Controversial climate report from Trump team galvanizes scientists into action

fromNature
1 week ago
US politics

Controversial climate report from Trump team galvanizes scientists into action

US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

The mighty American consumer keeps shrugging off tariffs as retail sales rise 0.5% in July

Retail sales rose 0.5% in July, with strong auto dealership sales despite challenges from Trump's tariffs.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Future CEOs, erased: the economic cost of losing Black women in the workforce

In 2025, almost 300,000 Black women exited the labor force, indicating a strategic failure with long-term consequences for workforce equity and economic stability.
Women
Digital life
fromFortune
1 week ago

AI experts return from China stunned: The U.S. grid is so weak, the race may already be over

In China, energy availability for data centers is not a debated concern, unlike in the U.S., where it significantly hampers AI growth.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

600,000 Retirees in Iowa Qualify for the 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act provides significant financial relief to Iowa's seniors by exempting 600,000 from federal taxes on Social Security income.
fromAxios
1 week ago

The economy's tariff cost burden

Producer Price Index rose by 0.9% in July, driven by increasing profit margins in the service sector, particularly for wholesalers and retailers.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Harvard researcher: Three-hour flight delays now four times more common than in 1990

Long delays of three hours or more are now four times more common than they were 30 years ago, indicating a significant trend in flight delays.
Boston
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Latest business rates appeals figures foreshadow a tsunami of appeals in the next seven months, says Colliers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The business rates appeal system is facing a surge of appeals as the deadline approaches for the 2023 list.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Central Valley homeowners are watching property values sink with the land

"We were surprised because land subsidence is not like flooding or wildfires, which are much more visual and sudden. Land subsidence is a very slow problem."
California
fromConnecticut Public
1 week ago

The number of remote workers doubled in some Fairfield County communities post-pandemic

In the most recent profiles, 39% of Weston's population works from home. In 2019, 15% of the town worked remotely.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Blow for Reeves as hiring plans at record low' in wake of national insurance hike

Rachel Reeves faces another setback with a significant decline in company hiring plans, recorded at a historic low of 57 percent for the upcoming three months.
UK news
US politics
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

1.2 Million Retirees in Washington Qualify For The 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

New federal tax relief under the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act will exempt most Social Security income from federal income tax for retirees.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Tax relief and Carmen Sandiego: Australia's once-dismissed video game industry is finally getting a leg-up

According to statistics from the IGEA, Australians invested $3.8bn in video games last year, illustrating the substantial economic contribution of the industry that includes both local and international developers.
Video games
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Sin city economic slump signals wider slowdown

The lower numbers, released last week, come alongside President Trump's escalating trade war that has frustrated travelers and a broader decline in international tourism to the U.S. The destination experienced an 11% year over year decline in visitation, seeing roughly 400,000 fewer visitors in June of 2025, when compared to June of 2024.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Hidden shock ahead for the housing market: Immigration boom-bust

"Net migration may be reduced even further in 2026 before rebounding in 2027 and 2028," according to researchers who state the expected range of migration is between -525,000 and 115,000 for 2025.
Real estate
fromFortune Crypto
2 weeks ago

Stablecoin issuers like Circle and Tether are gobbling up more Treasuries than most countries. Here's how that could reshape the U.S. economy

Stablecoins have entered mainstream U.S. finance and are gaining traction, raising questions about their economic impact.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

What the U.S. wants to achieve at the international plastic treaty talks

The U.S. actively participates in global talks to create a treaty to combat plastic pollution despite withdrawing from other international agreements.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Canada sheds tens of thousands of jobs as Trump tariffs hit

Trump's tariffs on steel, aluminum, and autos have negatively impacted Canada's manufacturing sector and job market.
E-Commerce
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Gen Alpha has surpassed $100 billion in spending power from side hustles and bankrolling parents-and Roblox and Nike are among the big winners

Gen Alpha generates $100 billion in annual spending power and significantly influences household purchasing decisions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

GREAT DEPRESSION!' Trump Prophesies FAILURE AND DISGRACE' If Courts Strike Down His Tariffs

Court rulings against Trump's tariff policies could lead to a severe economic downturn similar to the Great Depression.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

What Are the Big Four American Cities Really?

New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago are considered major American cities, with a fourth city still up for debate.
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

The U.S. economy depends on the rich. That could hurt the labor market

The top 20% of earners are driving consumer spending, while middle and lower income households are struggling.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Crocs shares slump 30% amid tariffs and decline of ugly shoe' trend

Shares of the US footwear company Crocs have slumped by almost 30% after it warned of falling sales because of tariffs, super cautious US consumers and signs that fashion's ugly shoe trend is coming to an end.
E-Commerce
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

France wildfire destroys area 1.5 times bigger than Paris

The Aude region is enduring the largest wildfire in nearly eighty years, having burned over 16,000 hectares, which is one-and-a-half times the size of Paris.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

More than 60 countries scramble to respond to Trump's latest tariffs

The latest wave of US tariffs announced by Donald Trump has rates ranging from 10% to 41%, causing worldwide concern for job losses and economic strain.
US politics
#artificial-intelligence
fromNature
2 weeks ago

How researcher visa curbs threaten science careers

Ajallooeian applied to the US State Department for a category J visa, meant for exchange scholars with funds to cover their research and salary.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

US college football game in Dublin expected to generate 130m for Irish economy

This series also delivers trade, tourism, business, community engagement and economic benefits, positioning Ireland as a key overseas home for American football in Europe.
Travel
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

Why marketers aren't panicking in face of the latest tariff pressures (yet)

Brand marketers at global conglomerates and small enterprises alike have been following the twists and turns of the tariff conversation since U.S. President Donald Trump took office in January.
Marketing
fromVariety
2 weeks ago

TelevisaUnivsion Sees Flat Upfront Volume, Despite Surge in Digital Ads

TelevisaUnivision secured $1.82 billion in U.S. advertising for 2024, representing a 2% increase from 2023, maintaining strong overall volume in an uncertain advertising market.
Television
#chain-restaurants
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

This Woman Is Going Viral For Sharing The Brutal Truth About Being A Working Mother In America

The US only provides 12 weeks of unpaid parental leave, impacting new parents' ability to bond with their newborns.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Foundation for U.S. breakthroughs feels shakier to researchers - Harvard Gazette

Funding cuts threaten the National Institutes of Health's role as a global leader in biomedical research, affecting economic activity and job support.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

As Trump cracks down on international students, college applications rise overseas

Wait times for U.S. visa interviews have led many international students to reconsider their study options, with the U.K. benefitting.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Data quality at risk as federal workforce shrinks, says top economist

Government workers have important jobs that are critical to providing important services to taxpayers. If jobs are cut and those services aren't provided or aren't provided in a timely and competent way, there can be significant negative fallout.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany updates: WWII bomb prompts mass Dresden evacuation DW 08/06/2025

German businesses express concern over the new US-EU tariff agreement, predicting increased burdens and negative impacts on operations.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

The key pillar of Russia's war chest is cracking. The timing couldn't be worse.

Russia's oil and gas revenues fell 27% in July, impacting its war funding and overall economy.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

How AI amplifies these other tech trends that matter most to business in 2025

AI agents will be crucial for companies by 2025, driving significant economic impact and practical applications.
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 weeks ago

U.S. jobs data can be seen as 99.9% correct

President Trump fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after a report revealed a significant downward revision to June's employment numbers, alarming stakeholders.
US politics
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