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The State of Florida has been awarded a further $3,750,000 in recovery funding to rebuild after Hurricane Ian. The continued investment from the Department of Labor hopes to offer disaster-relief employment and on-the-job training to eligible Florida residents. The heavy lifting and restructuring after a vicious act of nature can be a struggle, so this ready investment will help heal the commercial wounds in the region affected by the storm. Disaster relief funding continues to help rebuild Florida’s workforceIn September of 2022, the hurricane left a trail of wreckage and disaster on the sout...
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DoL) has injuncted a bar owner in Little Rock, Arkansas, for violating several federal laws. The bar in question, the Benton Tavern, and its owner, Tim Steppach, violated child labor laws, stole tender’s tips, and fired an employee who had enough of the abuse they faced each day. “Our investigation identified numerous violations by Tim’s Tavern and Tim Steppach, and we are using every enforcement tool available to protect their employees and to hold this employer fully accountable,” said Southwest Wage and Hour Regional Administrator Betty Campbell. The DoL has a ...
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has pledged $97 Million to support Alabama small business. The move comes through the American Rescue Plan Act’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo, said of the funding, “We are helping entrepreneurs across the country unlock access and opportunity, and we’re excited to expand this work to include Alabama’s small businesses – providing collateral, supporting venture capital programs, and reaching communities in need of investment.” SSBCI makes $97 in funding availableThe current administration ...
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Planning for your retirement involves a variety of important decisions, many of which are financial. For example, you’ll need a plan for saving money, managing your investments, paying for healthcare, and budgeting for leisure activities. However, today’s world also requires integrating technology into your retirement planning budget. Tech, no matter how small, should be a fundamental part of your retirement budget. Which tech you use will depend on your individual circumstances, but overall, embracing technology can make retirement easier and more fun, whether you’re managing your finances on...
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The Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) has earmarked $504 million to develop Tech Hubs. According to a new release, the current administration has highlighted twelve sites as potential growth spots that could “strengthen U.S. economic and national security with investments in regions across the country.” “Through the Tech Hubs program, we are maintaining our competitive edge by advancing America’s leadership in commercializing critical emerging tech sectors,” said U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. EDA puts aside $504 million for Tech HubsIn August 2022, ...
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Jeff Bezos, the founder of delivery and logistics giant Amazon, is set to sell almost $5 billion in shares as the stock price hits a record high. A regulatory filing from the e-commerce giant shows Bezos offloading 25 million Amazon shares. The SEC filing is one of many on the Amazon investor relations section of the site. Bezos cashes in on Amazon stock soaringAmazon’s market cap hit $2 trillion for the first time, and stock prices rose to $200.43, showing a stock report that was up 32% year-to-date. Bezos is still a significant shareholder, but he has looked to cash in on the record price dr...
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As you approach retirement, one of your biggest concerns is naturally going to be your health. As we get older, our bodies and minds gradually deteriorate, accumulating a host of different health complications. This creates various new challenges. To make matters worse, the costs associated with healthcare and medical intervention will increase. Insurance premiums will rise, and you’ll have more injuries and ailments to deal with. You may be forced to take more prescription medications or undergo more types of treatments. Aging in a healthier way means enjoying a healthier retirement. It means...
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Electric car manufacturer Tesla reported a 10% stock surge at the closing bell to beat the expectations of Wall Street projectionists. In a company statement, Tesla announced that 443,956 vehicle delivery milestones were reached during the second quarter, topping the projections of Wall Street (439,302). This will be a bright spot in a dismal year for Tesla, which has been marred by controversies, financial insecurity, and mass layoffs. Tesla beats Wall Street projectionsThe company statement headline read, “In the second quarter, we produced approximately 411,000 vehicles and delivered approx...
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A Providence woman was arraigned in federal court today on charges of fraud and taking advantage of seniors and vulnerable individuals. In June, a federal jury indicted Megan E. Shine, the woman at the core of a fraudulent mail-order sweepstake scheme. The District of Rhode Island charged Shine with four counts of mail fraud and one count of conspiracy today. Shine faces fraud and conspiracy chargesShine is alleged to have used the U.S. Mail service to perpetrate a fraud scheme that swindled the elderly and vulnerable individuals. She reportedly set up Lucky Dog LLC and Destiny Merchandise LLC...
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Chicago-based Outcome Health and the company’s executives have been embroiled in a severe $1bn fraud case. The health technology start-up’s three senior executives, Rishi Shah, Shradha Agarwal, and Brad Purdy, have all been sentenced. They have been found guilty of exploiting the clients, lenders, and investors who trusted the company. Outcome Health execs sentencedOutcome Health started as Context Media in 2006, providing pharmaceutical companies with advertising opportunities. These were promoted across doctors’ surgeries and devices across America. According to court documents and evidence,...
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