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Americas News

Socialist in Trump country gives Karl Marx vision thumbs-up before ducking key tax question
World

Socialist in Trump country gives Karl Marx vision thumbs-up before ducking key tax question

Oliver Larkin defended taxing billionaires "out of existence" but repeatedly refused to give Sean Hannity a specific tax rate during their heated exchange.

Maxie Larson · 15 Aug, 2026
Trump scores major immigration victory as judge clears way to end TPS protections for thousands of Somalis
World

Trump scores major immigration victory as judge clears way to end TPS protections for thousands of Somalis

Trump scored a major legal victory as a federal judge in Boston lifted a stay blocking the termination of Somalia's TPS designation.

Samir Mante · 15 Aug, 2026
Superheroes, flashy cars, and show dogs: One CEO has to make room for them all
Business

Superheroes, flashy cars, and show dogs: One CEO has to make room for them all

Joyce Leveston, the Javits Center's first woman CEO, oversees more than 3,000 workers who keep the massive Manhattan venue running smoothly.

Sarah E. Needleman · 15 Aug, 2026
High-school sweethearts started a blog while carrying $40,000 in student debt. By 30, their net worth topped $1 million.
Business

High-school sweethearts started a blog while carrying $40,000 in student debt. By 30, their net worth topped $1 million.

Kelan and Brittany Kline founded The Savvy Couple blog in 2016. It's evolved into a business that generated $1.3 million in 2023.

Kathleen Elkins · 15 Aug, 2026
A top cancer doctor shares 4 bare minimum food rules to lower your chronic disease risk
Business

A top cancer doctor shares 4 bare minimum food rules to lower your chronic disease risk

Making small changes to your diet can make a big impact on your health, Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel said.

Kim Schewitz · 15 Aug, 2026
New York City is on track to launch 5 city-run grocery stores. Here's what happened when other cities tried them.
Business

New York City is on track to launch 5 city-run grocery stores. Here's what happened when other cities tried them.

Big cities like Atlanta and tiny Kansas towns have tried city-run supermarkets. Mamdani's camp says the NYC stores will be 'completely unique.'

Allie Kelly · 15 Aug, 2026
Veteran pediatrician hails Medicaid shift ending youth sex-change treatments: 'This is not denial of care'
World

Veteran pediatrician hails Medicaid shift ending youth sex-change treatments: 'This is not denial of care'

Pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Quentin Van Meter said the policy shift comes amid what he described as a collapsing medical framework behind the youth transgende...

Isom Sporer · 15 Aug, 2026
I went to Chili's and saw why the chain is competing with fast-food joints like McDonald's
Business

I went to Chili's and saw why the chain is competing with fast-food joints like McDonald's

Chili's reports a 6% rise in same-store sales, taking on McDonald's with new offerings, tech upgrades, and a focus on value-driven dining.

Alex Bitter · 15 Aug, 2026
As an accountant, I've watched too many adults learn about money too late. My kids won't be among them.
Business

As an accountant, I've watched too many adults learn about money too late. My kids won't be among them.

My kids know financial security isn't magic. As a CPA, I'm teaching them what it takes to build financial success for themselves.

Stefanie Ricchio · 15 Aug, 2026
I quit my 6-figure investment banking job after only 4 months. I'm making less now, but I'm building a future that'll pay off.
Business

I quit my 6-figure investment banking job after only 4 months. I'm making less now, but I'm building a future that'll pay off.

A young professional exited a stable investment banking career to chase her dream in fashion tech, creating a clothing brand and leveraging social media.

Agnes Applegate · 15 Aug, 2026
Coworkers are divided about the office's 'Big Light'
Business

Coworkers are divided about the office's 'Big Light'

Employees are negotiating over fluorescent-lit "big light" offices. We spoke to employees and interior designers about the incandescent debate.

Ben Shimkus · 15 Aug, 2026
At age 30, he transformed his fitness routine. It helped him launch his dream career in real estate.
Business

At age 30, he transformed his fitness routine. It helped him launch his dream career in real estate.

A 30-year-old with a desk job transformed his body by making simple changes to his routine. The process helped him launch his dream career.

Gabby Landsverk · 15 Aug, 2026