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Slate Magazine
2 days ago
Writing

Help! I Willfully Blew Up My Marriage. Now I'm Seething That My Ex-Wife Is Living Her Best Life.

Resentment can cloud positive traits in former partners, leading to regret and comparison woes. [ more ]
Independent
3 months ago
Parenting

Money is the biggest worry and cause of stress for divorced parents - so why is no one talking about it?

Single parents face financial struggles in dual-income society
Divorce brings financial challenges for parents [ more ]
moredivorce
#barcelona
www.bbc.com
1 week ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona sack Xavi with Flick set to replace him

Barcelona sacked Xavi, with Hansi Flick to replace him. Xavi's financial comments reportedly led to his dismissal. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
1 week ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona line up move to sign Leicester City striker flop

Barcelona is seeking budget alternatives for transfers and may target Ayoze Perez due to his low release clause and versatility. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona considering sacking head coach Xavi

Barcelona is considering sacking head coach Xavi due to recent comments about the club's financial struggles to compete with rivals like Real Madrid. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
1 month ago
FC Barcelona

Bayern Munich set to test Barcelona resolve over 86m-rated midfield ace

Barcelona may have a turbulent summer without trophies, Xavi's coaching future uncertain, potential sell of players amid financial struggles. [ more ]
www.90min.com
1 month ago
Chelsea

Chelsea lead Barcelona in race for 60m midfielder - report

Chelsea is determined to outbid Barcelona for Amadou Onana, with Everton facing pressure to sell key assets due to financial struggles and relegation concerns. [ more ]
www.90min.com
2 months ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona make huge announcement regarding streaming service

Barcelona introduces Barca One, a new streaming service with original content and live broadcasts.
Barcelona explores financial options by selling shares and facing potential player sales like Jules Kounde and Raphinha. [ more ]
morebarcelona
Austin Monitor
1 week ago
Austin

Wheatsville to close Guadalupe Street store that opened in 1981 - Austin Monitor

Closure of Wheatsville Co-op on Guadalupe due to voter-approved light rail construction affecting access and deliveries. [ more ]
#media-industry
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Media industry

Inside the Crisis at NPR

NPR faces challenges in impacting America and on-demand audio amidst internal turmoil and financial struggles. [ more ]
Irish Independent
2 weeks ago
New York City

Niall Boylan reveals he was homeless for two years: 'two good Samaritans let me have a room in their house a few days a week'

Mr. Boylan faced homelessness and financial struggles despite being employed in the media industry. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Media industry

Nepal: Reporters and media face crisis as revenue slumps DW 02/28/2024

Journalists in Nepal facing financial struggles, leading to career changes
Many Nepali journalists have left the profession due to lay-offs and underpayment [ more ]
moremedia-industry
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Chicago

Red Lobster seeks bankruptcy protection after closing dozens of restaurants

Red Lobster filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after closing numerous restaurants due to financial struggles. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 weeks ago
Education

Embattled Eastern Gateway Community College to close

Eastern Gateway Community College in Ohio will close in October 2025 due to financial struggles, impacting student registration and course offerings. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 weeks ago
US news

Man, 91, shocks tiny firehouse with $500K gift: 'Nobody knew how much I'd saved'

Volunteer fire department struggles financially despite dedicated members. [ more ]
#manchester-united
Old Trafford Faithful
2 weeks ago
Chelsea

Donny van de Beek set for brief Man United return this summer as Frankfurt will not buy him outright - Old Trafford Faithful

Manchester United's careless spending on overpriced players is causing a struggle to offload them as they face financial repercussions. [ more ]
FootballFanCast
3 months ago
Chelsea

Everton receive bid for "tireless" star as talks begin over summer deal

Everton is facing a potential exodus of players this summer due to their financial struggles and relegation threat.
Manchester United and Newcastle United are both interested in signing Everton players Jarrad Branthwaite and Amadou Onana. [ more ]
moremanchester-united
#bankruptcy
Miami Herald
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Why a healthcare giant has slowed care at a Miami hospital, and where it leaves patients

Dr. Christ-Ann Magloire worked to deliver babies in underserved areas for over 20 years, but North Shore Medical Center and Palmetto General are facing financial difficulties and are up for sale. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Cars

Fisker Ocean faces fourth federal safety probe | TechCrunch

NHTSA investigating Fisker Ocean SUV for inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking. [ more ]
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#higher-education
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 weeks ago
Education

Accreditor: Keystone College in "danger of imminent closure"

Keystone College, after financial struggles, faces imminent closure with unclear future for students and staff. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago
Education

Goddard College announces closure

Goddard College in Vermont is closing in May due to declining enrollment and financial challenges after moving completely online temporarily.
Enrollment losses and financial struggles, including years of revenue generation issues, led to Goddard College's closure despite efforts to find viable alternatives. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 months ago
Education

Eastern Gateway Community College halts registration

Enrollment at Eastern Gateway Community College in Ohio is being paused for terms after the current spring semester due to financial struggles.
The college faced financial irregularities, indictments for credit card misuse, and consequences from violating federal financial aid rules. [ more ]
morehigher-education
Boston.com
4 weeks ago
Medicine

Mass. launches emergency operations plan for embattled Steward hospitals

Massachusetts activated an emergency plan in response to Steward Health Care's financial turmoil. [ more ]
#tesla
BBC News
4 weeks ago
Tech industry

Have the wheels come off for Tesla?

Tesla's initial success is being challenged by falling sales, competition, and product issues, leading to significant workforce cuts and financial setbacks. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
Cars

Tesla is reportedly getting 'absolutely hard core' about more layoffs, according to Elon Musk

Tesla is set to lay off more employees, including senior executives, due to a need for strict headcount and cost reductions. [ more ]
moretesla
www.dw.com
4 weeks ago
Media industry

Press Freedom Day: Why are journalists fleeing Pakistan? DW 05/03/2024

Journalists in Pakistan face security risks, financial struggles, and job dissatisfaction, leading to an exodus to North America and Europe for safety and stability. [ more ]
#dr-martens
Fast Company
4 weeks ago
Marketing

Is Dr. Martens a fashion victim?

Dr. Martens' IPO success was followed by a sharp decline due to disappointing financial results and leadership changes. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
OMG science

How can Dr Martens get itself back on people's radar?

Dr Martens faces financial struggles due to US wholesale business, losing brand messaging control through third-party sellers. [ more ]
moredr-martens
#premier-league
www.caughtoffside.com
4 weeks ago
English Premier League

Tottenham and Man United target refuses to leave current club

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall intends to stay at Leicester despite interest from top Premier League clubs. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
3 months ago
Arsenal

Arsenal want aggressive 22-year-old valued at 80m that Barcelona love

Mikel Arteta may look to strengthen Arsenal's squad, battle royale for Premier League title, Everton's financial struggles affecting potential player sale [ more ]
morepremier-league
Brooklyn Paper
1 month ago
Education

Brooklyn Diocese to close two Catholic elementary schools due to falling enrollment and poor financials * Brooklyn Paper

Two Catholic elementary schools in Brooklyn are closing due to low enrollment and financial struggles, highlighting the broader decline in Catholic school enrollment and rising costs. [ more ]
Advocate.com
1 month ago
Medicine

Walmart will close all of its health care clinics; most are in rural areas

Walmart is closing all 51 health care centers due to lack of profitability and challenging reimbursement environment. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Harriette Cole: I'm running out of money because of someone else's kid

Being honest about financial struggles and expressing concerns over relatives' spending can lead to better understanding and possible solutions. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Startups Are Suddenly In Huge Trouble

The AI startup bubble is bursting, causing financial struggles and unrealistic investor expectations. [ more ]
Theregister
1 month ago
Business

Atos needs more funds for refinancing amid poor Q1

Atos is facing financial struggles and is adjusting its business plan to reflect current performance and trends. [ more ]
#stability-ai
Theregister
1 month ago
Data science

Stability AI decimates staff just weeks after CEO leaves

Stability AI is restructuring after CEO departure, leading to layoffs to improve sustainability and focus on operations. [ more ]
Forbes
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

How Stability AI's Founder Tanked His Billion-Dollar Startup

Stability AI founder faced financial struggles and leadership challenges, leading to a company downfall.
Despite public proclamations, internal issues such as unpaid bills and resignations plagued Stability AI. [ more ]
morestability-ai
BBC News
1 month ago
London

Service charges: Who, what, where, when, why?

Some leaseholders struggle with huge rises in service charge fees for leasehold and shared ownership properties, impacting their ability to pay and sell homes. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

$2 million grant saves Catalina's only hospital from closure - for now

A $2 million grant from L.A. Care to Catalina Island's only hospital helps combat financial struggles, but hospital still faces potential closure. [ more ]
#sponsorship-challenges
Eater LA
1 month ago
LA food

L.A. Taco Furloughs Staff Due to Lack of Funds, Asks for New Subscribers to Survive

L.A. Taco is furloughing three staff due to lack of funds
The publication is struggling with declining memberships and sponsorships [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Why are so many Canadian festivals struggling or cancelling? | CBC News

Many iconic Canadian festivals are cancelling or scaling back due to financial struggles from COVID-19 losses and increased expenses.
Sponsors and grants are not keeping pace with rising costs of organizing festivals, leading to a significant financial challenge for organizers. [ more ]
moresponsorship-challenges
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Nearly a third of Met Police officers plan to quit in next two years

Around a third of Metropolitan Police officers plan to resign in the next two years due to financial struggles.
Morale among Metropolitan Police officers is at an all-time low, with concerns about pay, recruitment, and numbers. [ more ]
BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

This You Can't Miss: Local Stars Come Out to Help Save Iconic Brooklyn Moon Cafe

Brooklyn Moon Cafe has been a staple in the community since 1995, evolving from a coffee shop to a Caribbean-Soul food restaurant.
Michael Thompson is organizing a benefit concert to save his business after facing financial struggles post-pandemic. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 months ago
Startup companies

Why Trump's digital media company is different from other money-losing startups | TechCrunch

Trump Media and Technology Group is losing a significant amount of money despite going public.
The company's lack of growth and revenue raise concerns about its sustainability in the digital media market. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
2 months ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona looking to take advantage of 32-year-old Arsenal ace's contract issues

Barcelona's financial struggles post-COVID-19 and mismanagement under Bartomeu have affected their ability to attract top players
The club is considering signing Jorginho despite his age, with suggestions that investing in academy graduates could be a more sustainable option [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Camp Taunts Trump on Obama-Clinton-Biden Fundraiser

Biden campaign breaks fundraising record
Trump campaign struggles with fundraising [ more ]
therealdeal.com
2 months ago
LA real estate

Washington Prime Faces Default on Westminster Mall Loan

Washington Prime Group faces default on $85 million loan for Westminster Mall.
Dipping rental income and rising mortgage payments have led to financial struggles for Washington Prime Group. [ more ]
#closure
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Education

Birmingham-Southern College to Close After Failing to Secure State Loan

Birmingham-Southern College is set to close due to financial struggles
The college failed to secure a multimillion-dollar loan from the state [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Embattled Eastern Gateway Community College set to fold

Eastern Gateway Community College is set to dissolve in June without sufficient funding by May 31.
Financial irregularities and enrollment challenges led to the closure of a controversial program and subsequent financial struggles at EGCC. [ more ]
moreclosure
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

Nothing has really changed': letters from 1719 reveal familiar worries of London life

Ben Browne's 300-year-old letters reveal relatable financial struggles of young people in 1719 London.
Browne's letters provide insights into his daily life, social activities, and passion for collecting books while working as a clerk. [ more ]
The Nation
2 months ago
US Elections

Who Owns Donald Trump?

Trump's history of failed enterprises and debts
Trump's leverage with lenders and money managers [ more ]
Futurism
2 months ago
Startup companies

Reddit CEO Defends His Absurdly High Pay While Not Paying Mods

Reddit CEO Steve Huffman awarded $193 million
Company valuation at $6.4 billion
Reddit's financial struggles [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Betting big on sports to help balance the budget

Arizona's basketball team generates revenue for the university despite existing financial struggles in the athletics department
Division I universities are cutting programs, especially non-revenue-generating sports, to address financial challenges. [ more ]
#real-estate
therealdeal.com
2 months ago
LA real estate

Greenlaw, Walton Lose OC Office to TPG Through Deed-in-Lieu

Walton Street Capital and Greenlaw Partners defaulted on $64 million debt for a 350,000-square-foot office tower in Orange.
TPG acquired the property after Walton Street and Greenlaw signed a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, relieving them of the unpaid debt. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC real estate

Billy Porter forced to list Long Island home after SAG-AFTRA strike fallout

Financial struggles led Billy Porter to sell his Long Island home due to industry strikes.
Porter's property, bought in 2020 for $1.4M, is listed for $2.5M due to financial concerns. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Symphony music director Esa-Pekka Salonen resigns

Esa-Pekka Salonen resigns as San Francisco Symphony's music director in 2024-25 season due to differences in future goals with the Board of Governors.
Salonen's tenure focused on innovative programming and collaboration with diverse artistic advisors, but financial struggles due to Covid impacts and declining subscribers remained challenges. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Digital life

I Carried $18,000 in Debt and a Lot of Shame. Then I Turned to TikTok

Facing financial struggles can be a deeply personal and challenging issue to discuss openly. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Sadiq Khan: London home buyers still facing 200 higher mortgage costs since Liz Truss's mini-budget

High interest rates affecting mortgage payments in London
Calls for reinstatement of mortgage payment holidays to prevent repossessions [ more ]
The Atlantic
2 months ago
Media industry

When Local Government Bullies the Press

News media vulnerability to abuse in financially weak and unsupported times.
Local officials interfering with and harassing reporters in various communities. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Career

Harriette Cole: I'm floundering in the face of my younger siblings' success

Focus on your own path and stop comparing yourself to others.
Assess your current situation and look for ways to increase your earning power. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
Education

Manhattan College cuts spark protest against president: 'He even fired the nuns'

Faculty layoffs at Manhattan College
Financial struggles and restructuring at Manhattan College [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Media industry

Nepal media in crisis as revenue slumps DW 02/28/2024

Journalists in Nepal are facing financial struggles leading them to change professions.
Nepal's journalism industry is experiencing labor rights violations. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Parenting

With Pandemic Money Gone, Child Care Is an Industry on the Brink

Child care industry faces financial struggles post-pandemic
Staffing shortages impact child care operations [ more ]
therealdeal.com
3 months ago
LA real estate

AECOM, Combined Face Debt Crisis at Pendry West Hollywood

The Pendry West Hollywood, a hotel and condo project, faced financial struggles due to property appraisal decrease and difficulty paying off loans.
The financial issues at Pendry West Hollywood are attributed to rising interest rates, competition from nearby hotels, and high spending on food and beverages. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Disabled grandmother drowning in funeral bills after losing son and daughter

Financial struggles after losing loved ones to high funeral costs
Government support insufficient for funeral expenses [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Murder Trial Lays Bare a Hip-Hop Pioneer's Double Life

Jam Master Jay faced financial struggles despite his hip-hop success.
He turned to drug dealing to meet financial obligations while maintaining public roles. [ more ]
HuffPost
3 months ago
US news

'Regular' People Are Sharing The Most Entitled Thing A Rich Person Has Ever Said To Them, And Holy Crap

The article highlights instances of wealth privilege and the insensitivity of some wealthy individuals towards those who are less fortunate.
The quotes provided show the lack of empathy and understanding from wealthy individuals towards those who face financial struggles. [ more ]
WIRED
3 months ago
Public health

23andMe Is Under Fire. Its Founder Remains 'Optimistic'

23andMe is facing multiple lawsuits and financial struggles after a data breach and decreased sales.
CEO Anne Wojcicki has previously saved 23andMe from failure, and is now working to navigate the current challenges. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
US politics

America's underemployment problem

Record job growth in the US does not necessarily mean well-paying sustainable jobs that meet the cost of living surge.
Many Americans, like Makalah Monroe, continue to struggle financially despite working full-time. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
3 months ago
Education

Nun you can do about it! Visitation Academy to shut down at end of school year * Brooklyn Paper

Visitation Academy, an all-girls Catholic school in Bay Ridge, is closing at the end of the school year.
The school has decided to sell the property, ending its 169-year legacy in Brooklyn education. [ more ]
Independent.ie
3 months ago
Education

Schools refusing to accept new pupils unless 'voluntary' contributions paid

Some public schools in Ireland are conditionally offering acceptance to students based on the payment of contributions.
The Department of Education has stated that a child's place in a school cannot be dependent on making such a payment, but some schools are still engaging in this practice. [ more ]
AdExchanger
4 months ago
Marketing

Were We Wrong About the Value of First-Party Data? | AdExchanger

First-party data may not be as revolutionary as originally thought
Many DTC brands that relied on data-driven strategies are struggling financially [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Favors, money grabs, incompetence: Bitwise emails with city of Fresno show inside reality

Bitwise Industries tapped into public dollars and influence from city leaders before their company imploded.
Email communications show warning signs of financial struggles and lack of expertise in basic tasks. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
London

Bethnal Green: Pensioners' dependence on food bank triples

Bow Foodbank in London has seen a three-fold increase in older people relying on its services each week.
Charity Independent Age says many pensioners have reached 'breaking point' due to the cost of living. [ more ]
#layoffs
TechCrunch
4 months ago
Startup companies

Wait, wasn't layoff season meant to be over? | TechCrunch

Startups are still facing challenges, including layoffs and financial struggles.
Aileen Lee reflects on the evolution of unicorns over the past decade, highlighting the increase in their numbers and the dominance of B2B startups. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
Media industry

Los Angeles Times to lay off 20% of its workforce

The Los Angeles Times is laying off around 20% of its newsroom, letting go of at least 115 people.
The layoffs are due to significant and unsustainable financial losses of $30m to $40m per year. [ more ]
morelayoffs
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
London politics

Mother tells Sadiq Khan she can't afford to buy food' because of Ulez fees

A mother in London expresses financial struggles due to Ulez charges
Sadiq Khan acknowledges the housing crisis and high spending on benefits [ more ]
Axios
4 months ago
Media industry

The news business faces a reckoning in 2024

Billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong has invested hundreds of millions of his own money into the unprofitable Los Angeles Times, highlighting the struggles of the news industry in the digital era.
The L.A. Times is estimated to be losing $50 million a year, while The Washington Post was set to lose $100 million last year.
News companies, even those that are still making money, are trying to find ways to adapt to the changing media landscape and innovate. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
Music

Spotify's Revealing Year in Review

Spotify has faced controversies, acquisitions, and financial struggles in the past few years.
The company announced a surprise profit in Q3 but also had another round of layoffs and the CFO is leaving. [ more ]
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