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China's GDP Growth Hits 5%, Meeting Market Expectations Amid Economic Challenges
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business / economy
21 hours ago

China's GDP Growth Hits 5%, Meeting Market Expectations Amid Economic Challenges

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  • China's GDP grows 5% in 2024 amidst global challenges.
  • Haaland signs a historic 10-year contract with Man City.
  • China launches fiscal strategies to counter U.S. tariffs.
  • Population dip doesn't deter China's industrial output focus.
  • Haaland leads Premier League earnings over £500,000 weekly.
  • New fiscal moves ensure China's economic stability.
  • China's domestic demand boosts align with sports strategies.
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Potential TikTok Ban Threatens El Paso Small Businesses' Livelihoods
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business / entrepreneurship
18 hours ago

Potential TikTok Ban Threatens El Paso Small Businesses' Livelihoods

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  • Supreme Court upholds potential TikTok ban unless US company buys it.
  • TikTok is crucial for small businesses in El Paso and East Idaho.
  • Antonio Esparza markets Mexican candy via TikTok in El Paso.
  • Brindi Webster sees growth from TikTok since 2021 in Idaho Falls.
  • Zac Martin's 'Pick Me Up Drinks' gains revenue through TikTok ads.
  • Mystic Misfits benefits from TikTok's unique algorithms for ads.
  • East Idaho businesses fear revenue loss from possible TikTok ban.
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UK Regulators Consider Easing Mortgage Rules to Boost Economic Growth
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business / economy
9 hours ago

UK Regulators Consider Easing Mortgage Rules to Boost Economic Growth

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  • FCA considers easing mortgage rules to aid first-time buyers and boost growth.
  • Proposals include smaller deposit loans, raising homeownership chances.
  • FCA aims to simplify lending while ensuring stability and protection.
  • Concerns over house price rises and debt, echoing past crisis warnings.
  • Labour's push ties regulatory change to pro-growth financial agenda.
  • FCA and Labour stress avoiding future financial scandals in new rules.
  • Debate ongoing on mortgage rule impacts on housing market and debt.
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Amazon Alters Badge Tracking, Changes Office Attendance Policy
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business / employment
4 hours ago

Amazon Alters Badge Tracking, Changes Office Attendance Policy

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  • Amazon enforces a five-day office work week policy.
  • Managers have flexibility interpreting attendance data.
  • Inconsistent and 'zero badger' labels are now removed.
  • Focus is on days in office, not hours spent working.
  • Badge data updates daily at 5 p.m. PT for transparency.
  • Employees discuss badge tracking updates on Slack.
  • Badge reports include PTO and sick days, not locations.
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Spirit Airlines Faces Uncertain Future with Job Cuts and Bankruptcy
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business / employment
18 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Faces Uncertain Future with Job Cuts and Bankruptcy

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  • Spirit Airlines cuts 200 jobs to save $80 million annually.
  • Chapter 11 bankruptcy filed by Spirit in November, $3B debt.
  • CEO Ted Christie announced layoffs in a memo to staff.
  • Job cuts affect various Spirit Airlines departments.
  • Blocked JetBlue merger complicates Spirit's recovery plans.
  • Past strategies included pilot furloughs, extended leave.
  • Spirit aims to exit bankruptcy by end of this quarter.
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British Airways Experiences Major Technical Failure, Affecting Passengers
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business / other
5 hours ago

British Airways Experiences Major Technical Failure, Affecting Passengers

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  • British Airways' app and website failed on January 17, 2025.
  • Passengers couldn't access bookings or check-in due to outages.
  • High demand on digital platforms caused the tech issues.
  • Heathrow Terminal 5 operations remained unaffected.
  • Social media users criticized British Airways' service.
  • British Airways pledged to resolve the inconvenience swiftly.
  • Previous tech issues occurred in November, causing delays.
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Tesla Cybertruck Falls Short of Expectations in First Year Sales
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business / markets
9 hours ago

Tesla Cybertruck Falls Short of Expectations in First Year Sales

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  • Tesla sells 38,965 Cybertrucks in the U.S. in 2024, missing projections.
  • Cybertruck sales fall nearly 10,000 units short, blamed on high price over $100,000.
  • Despite competition, Cybertruck outpaces Ford F-150 Lightning sales.
  • Cybertruck ranks as the top electric pickup by sales in 2024.
  • Tesla Models Y and 3 vastly exceed Cybertruck EV sales.
  • Cybertruck is the fifth best-selling EV in the U.S. for 2024.
  • Over 1 million reserved the Cybertruck; the impact of cancellations unclear.
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FTC Sues PepsiCo for Alleged Price Discrimination Favoring Walmart
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business / markets
3 hours ago

FTC Sues PepsiCo for Alleged Price Discrimination Favoring Walmart

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  • FTC sues PepsiCo for illegal price discrimination.
  • PepsiCo allegedly gave Walmart better prices than rivals.
  • FTC files lawsuit in Southern District of New York.
  • FTC argues violations of the Robinson-Patman Act.
  • PepsiCo denies breaking the law, citing industry standards.
  • FTC wants lawsuit redactions removed to reveal details.
  • Outgoing FTC Chair Lina Khan supports enforcing the Act.
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Bussin' With The Boys Leaves Barstool Sports After Lucrative Offer
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entertainment / other
2 hours ago

Bussin' With The Boys Leaves Barstool Sports After Lucrative Offer

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  • 'Bussin' With The Boys' leaves Barstool after receiving a massive new offer.
  • Hosted by ex-NFL players, the show's a Top-30 sports podcast on Apple.
  • Dave Portnoy can't financially match the new offer for the podcast.
  • Lewan and Compton have hosted the show since 2019, gaining a huge following.
  • Barstool's media portfolio impacted by the podcast's departure.
  • Portnoy attempted to retain the hosts with aggressive efforts.
  • The show's new media network is yet to be announced.
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Walmart Unveils Innovative 350-Acre Bentonville Headquarters
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business / entrepreneurship
7 hours ago

Walmart Unveils Innovative 350-Acre Bentonville Headquarters

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  • Walmart opens new 350-acre HQ in Bentonville, Arkansas.
  • The campus features bike trails and childcare facilities.
  • Two of twelve office buildings are open, with more coming soon.
  • A 200,000-sq-ft auditorium named Sam Walton Hall hosts events.
  • LEED Platinum eco-friendly design promotes sustainability.
  • The dynamic food hall offers global cuisine and a rooftop lounge.
  • Fitness center provides extensive sports facilities for employees.
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