In an extraordinary turn of events during this holiday season, Netflix achieved a remarkable triumph by breaking records for the most-watched NFL games in the United States, as reported by Nielsen. On Christmas Day, the streaming giant showcased two exclusive NFL matchups, captivating the attention of approximately 65 million viewers nationwide. The standout performances came
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The ongoing conflict between corporate giants and their workers has once again taken center stage, this time spotlighting Walmart and its partnership with the work-scheduling platform Branch Messenger. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken the bold step of filing a complaint against these companies, alleging they systemically exploited over a million delivery drivers.
Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates a slight uptick in inflation for November, as price rises in essentials such as groceries, gasoline, and new cars overshadowed a decline in costs associated with housing. The consumer price index (CPI), a critical measure for gauging inflationary trends, increased by 2.7% last month compared to
In a significant policy shift, the U.S. Treasury Department has postponed the deadline for millions of small businesses to submit the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report until January 13, 2025. Originally, these filings were mandated to be completed by January 1, 2024, as part of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This adjustment is critical not
In the aftermath of the festive season, many Americans find themselves grappling with the reality of new debt. A revealing survey from LendingTree indicates that a substantial 36% of consumers have taken on holiday debt, averaging approximately $1,181 per individual. This figure presents a slight increase from 2023 but is a step down from the
Cisco Systems, a renowned player in the networking technology sector, has reported its fourth consecutive quarter of declining revenue despite exceeding analysts’ expectations in earnings and revenue forecasts. In the aftermath of this announcement, the company’s stock experienced a slight decline of 2.5% during extended trading hours. The financial figures reveal a nuanced picture; while
The recent federal indictment against real estate moguls Tal and Oren Alexander, along with their brother Alon, has cast a shadow over New York’s luxury real estate industry. The charges, which include sex trafficking and multiple counts of sexual assault, represent a shocking case that underscores the intersection of privilege, power, and predatory behavior. As
The investment world often thrives on succinct strategies that promise returns with minimal complexity. The “Dogs of the Dow” and its lesser-known counterpart, the “Dogs of the S&P,” capitalize on this notion by concentrating on high-dividend-yielding stocks from the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500, respectively. This method appeals to investors by promising a
Over the past few years, the U.S. job market has witnessed a significant evolution, transitioning from a phase marked by unprecedented employee turnover to a more stable environment. The phenomena colloquially dubbed the “Great Resignation,” which saw a record number of employees voluntarily leaving their jobs during 2021 and 2022, has now pivoted to what
The Biden administration’s recent decision to withdraw two significant proposals aimed at facilitating student loan forgiveness has prompted widespread concern among borrowers and advocates alike. These plans, which sought to empower the Secretary of Education to cancel loans for diverse groups of borrowers—including those enduring decades of repayment and those in financial distress—had the potential