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July 15, 2026 - 04:23

The $9.99 price point remains a powerful strategy because many consumers perceive products under $10 as noticeably more affordable than those priced at $10 or higher, even though the difference is...

July 14, 2026 - 04:19

President Donald Trump`s frequent use of his platform to endorse specific companies and products is drawing sharp criticism from ethics watchdogs, who warn that his actions blur the line between...

July 13, 2026 - 02:44

A fire in West Hartford has temporarily shut down two businesses, with investigators still working to determine what sparked the blaze. Fire crews were called to the scene late Tuesday evening...

July 12, 2026 - 01:55

The annual TD Summit brought together industry leaders to discuss how student transport companies can borrow strategies from the corporate world. The key takeaway was simple: treat your school bus...

July 11, 2026 - 18:10

Meta has pulled back a new AI feature on Instagram that let users generate images based on public posts, following a wave of backlash over privacy concerns. The company confirmed that the tool,...

July 11, 2026 - 07:58

A coalition of business leaders, trade union representatives, and politicians in Germany is urging the government to push back the country`s target for achieving climate neutrality by five years....

July 10, 2026 - 22:10

The State Health Plan for North Carolina government workers is switching insurers again, sending the contract back to Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina after a brief and rocky stint with...

July 10, 2026 - 05:25

Health officials report that Cyclosporiasis cases in the metro Detroit area have now exceeded 1,200, raising alarm among restaurant owners and grocery operators who fear a hit to consumer...

July 9, 2026 - 22:41

Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor, has selected a group of global bankers, business leaders, and academics to head a series of task forces aimed at reviewing key aspects of the central...

July 9, 2026 - 04:41

The first half of 2026 has delivered a series of seismic shifts that are reshaping the music business. According to industry analysts, the most dominant theme has been the acceleration of corporate...

July 8, 2026 - 01:31

Even as a devoted fan of HomeGoods, I have learned to steer clear of certain products that seem tempting but rarely deliver lasting value. As an interior designer, I walk those aisles with a...

July 7, 2026 - 01:26

Thirty-five years after arriving at Harvard Business School as a nervous first-year student, Grace Ueng found herself standing at the front of the classroom leading a very different conversation....

July 6, 2026 - 20:41

With just one FIFA World Cup match left in Seattle, business owners in the Chinatown-International District are making a final push to draw global soccer fans into the neighborhood. A rally is...

July 6, 2026 - 03:00

As the cost of airline tickets keeps climbing, Americans are increasingly choosing to stay on the ground. This shift is fueling an unexpected boom for small businesses across the country, from...

July 5, 2026 - 21:11

Israeli startups are facing a tough reality at home. The shekel has been strong, making local engineers and developers some of the most expensive in the world. At the same time, global venture...

July 5, 2026 - 02:02

The World Cup knockout stage is heating up, and the Round of 16 brings a fascinating matchup between France and Paraguay. Both teams have shown grit to get here, but only one will move on to the...

July 4, 2026 - 19:30

Keansburg, NJ, July 4, 2026 - Co-Exponential, a consultancy that helps organizations scale their leadership and growth strategies, has announced a new strategic partnership with HEAR HERE, LLC. The...

July 4, 2026 - 01:50

Realized Solutions, Inc., a Connecticut-based technology company, has announced a new service aimed at helping businesses identify and address the financial and reputational damage caused by AI...

July 3, 2026 - 04:41

A group of small business owners near Madison Square Garden are pushing back against what they call unfair street closures for high-profile events, specifically pointing to Taylor Swift`s recent...

July 2, 2026 - 01:21

For much of 2026, Meta Platforms faced a persistent headwind in the stock market. The company`s aggressive, multi-billion-dollar commitment to artificial intelligence infrastructure had spooked...

July 1, 2026 - 07:25

A break-in at a cell phone store in Norcross early Wednesday morning escalated into a multi-county police chase, ending with the arrest of a man and a juvenile. Gwinnett County police responded to...

June 30, 2026 - 22:08

Small businesses often struggle to keep up with rapid changes in technology, but a growing number of initiatives are working to close that gap. One standout example is Nourish + Bloom Market, a...

June 30, 2026 - 10:11

Seyo Cecunjanin, a longtime West Hartford resident and owner of two local businesses, was taken into federal custody on Saturday, June 20. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Dunkin...

June 29, 2026 - 18:51

A private equity firm based in North Carolina has entered the local market with a significant purchase. Emerald City Associates paid $8.6 million for the Magnolia Trace apartment complex, a...

June 29, 2026 - 08:35

The local business scene in the Berkshires and beyond saw several notable developments this week, with organizations announcing leadership changes, community partnerships, and new...

June 28, 2026 - 18:19

US President Donald Trump has warned he would `rather not have` the USMCA free trade agreement ahead of its scheduled July 1 review, sending a wave of concern through North American business...

June 28, 2026 - 04:29

A coalition of local business owners and community members, operating under the name Businesses for State Street, has issued a direct appeal to the mayor and the city council. The group is urging...

June 27, 2026 - 04:47

The House Oversight Committee has issued subpoenas to billionaire financier Leon Black after he refused to answer questions regarding non-disclosure agreements tied to his relationship with Jeffrey...

June 26, 2026 - 02:35

The Oura Ring 4, widely regarded as the top smart ring available today, has dropped to its lowest price ever as part of the latest Prime Day sales. For those who have been waiting to invest in a...

June 25, 2026 - 06:13

The co-owner of a local laundromat said he was approached by a man who was clearly in distress and had nowhere to go. After spending hours calling county agencies, churches, and nonprofits, the...