Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., talks to reporters just after House Republicans narrowly approved their budget framework, at the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, April 10. J. Scott Applewhite/AP hide caption toggle caption J. Scott Applewhite/AP As Speaker Mike Johnson and his slim GOP House majority work to pass…
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9 Depreciation Shocks No One Warns You About When You Buy New Wheels
Image by Sarah Brown Buying a new car feels like a milestone. The shiny paint, the flawless interior, that intoxicating new car smell—it’s all part of the dream. But as soon as you drive it off the lot, that dream takes a financial hit. And not just a little one.…
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Kentucky Derby picks, predictions 2025: Is it Journalism vs. The Field at Churchill Downs?
The biggest day in American thoroughbred horse racing is here, and we are just hours from hearing My Old Kentucky Home as 151st Kentucky Derby is set for a 6:57 post time. And the rain in Louisville at Churchill Downs will be more than originally forecast, making for what could…
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Are Left-Handed CEOs Like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates And Mark Zuckerberg Wired For Innovation? New Research Says They Lead More Creative, Profitable Companies
A new study made public last month suggests that left-handed CEOs, including tech giants like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg, may possess an edge in driving innovation and outperforming their competitors. What Happened: Research by accounting professors Long Chen and June Woo Park at the Costello College of…
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FEU rues ‘missed opportunity’ in Final Four loss to NU
FEU Lady Tamaraws during a UAAP Season 87 Final Four loss to NU Lady Bulldogs.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net LIVE: UAAP Season 87 volleyball FINAL FOUR MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University was set away from forcing a rubber match against defending champion National University in the UAAP women’s volleyball Final Four for…
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New FreshBooks Retainer Helps Businesses Set Up Recurring Payments
Key Takeaways Guaranteed Revenue: FreshBooks’ retainer features ensure upfront payments, minimizing cash flow uncertainty for freelancers and small business owners. Improved Client Trust: Establishing retainer agreements fosters long-term relationships by providing consistent service and building trust. Streamlined Invoicing: Automated billing based on retainer agreements reduces administrative tasks and minimizes invoicing…
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The Link Between Wealth and Power
I once heard it explained that when you have more money than you need, that’s wealth. When you use your money to make a difference, that’s power. In my experience, wealth and power are inextricably intertwined. Once a woman becomes financially secure, her motivation shifts from making more money to leaving a…
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The world’s oldest person, 116-year-old Brazilian nun, dies : NPR
Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas died at 116. LongeviQuest hide caption toggle caption LongeviQuest The world’s oldest person, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, died this week aged 116 years old. The Brazilian nun was born on June 8, 1908, in São Francisco de Assis, Rio Grande do Sul. According to the…
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More Jobs Were Added in April Than Expected: Report
The latest report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates nonfarm payrolls increased by 177,000 for the month, seasonally adjusted, above the Dow Jones estimate for 133,000. The unemployment rate stayed at 4.2%, as expected. The report notes that health care added 51,000 jobs, and transportation and warehousing, financial…
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2025 Kentucky Derby post positions and morning line odds
The first Saturday in May is one of the great events on the sports calendar, and this year finds a super horse that is already garnering Triple Crown buzz as 20 of the best thoroughbreds in the world head to Louisville for the most famous race in all of American…