#economic-impact

#economic-impact

Airbnb has announced special experiences available for booking now, including a private training session with legendary American goalkeeper, Tim Howard, and watching a game in Philadelphia with Cobi Jones.

Our education system, buffeted by social inequality, workforce pressures, and fragmented structures, is at a tipping point. But if we tether that kite to purpose, to inclusion, and to long-term vision, it can soar.

My science journey began here in San Mateo County, inspired by the beauty of our regional parks, our local educators and STEM opportunities. Today, with support from the National Science Foundation, I study how oyster genetics influence environmental resilience.

The six-day celebration in July 2026, projected to generate $2.85 billion in economic activity, will include more than 60 tall ships and a national broadcast coverage.

Chava's Restaurant has closed after 24 years due to the difficult economic situation, with many customers leaving San Francisco. Owner Elba Hernandez is selling kitchen equipment and decorations before the final closure on July 15.

"In a place like the Bay Area, where you have a disproportionate number of people who are itemizers and who are earning a lot of money but aren't earning a lot a lot of money - so under 500K but over 100 or 200K - in order for them to not be taking a standard deduction, this amount of money could be substantial," said Darien Shanske, professor of law at UC Davis.

Fund 124 represents a significant milestone that will create enduring change in U.S. communities, emphasizing affordable housing and partnerships with experienced developers.

Had the digital services tax not been halted, US tech giants would have been liable for about $3 billion in upfront payments along with a 3% levy on revenue from digital services connected to Canadian users.

This is not a communist country. This is a capitalist country where immigrants came to work and progress, and we are here because we are in disbelief that the government is going to come in and set up bodegas where we're located. That cannot happen.

We know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.

Washington State has the highest spirit excise tax in the U.S., with two taxes applied to alcohol sales: a spirits sales tax (SST) and a spirits liter tax (SLT) that together significantly raise the retail price of liquor.

The move is a huge deal for the financial sector and US consumers, marking the first time FICO has ever specifically reckoned with a particular type of loan.

"The combination of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, current economic conditions, and last week's FOMC meeting resulted in slightly lower Treasury rates. However, mortgage rates still edged higher but remained in the same narrow range, with the 30-year fixed rate increasing to 6.88 percent last week," says Joel Kan, MBA's vice president and deputy chief economist.

"I've never had this much downtime in June since I started. Usually I'd fly out on a Thursday, do a show on a Friday..."

MARGULIES: Ticket sales are the softest we've seen in our 25 years in Quincy, and unless there's a significant last-minute surge, we face serious financial losses. But we've committed to moving forward and planning is full steam ahead.

Tolga Öncü, Ingka Group's Chief Operating Officer, emphasizes that 'Food has always been very important for IKEA… enabling even more people to enjoy our restaurant offer.'

Meta Platforms Inc. has shown solid performance amidst economic uncertainty, rising 16.6% this year, thanks to its strategic focus on AI development for future growth.

“I'm surprised with him; I thought we would have that settled easy,” Trump said at a news conference Wednesday, adding that the Ukraine-Russia conflict has “been more difficult than other wars.”

The ruling in Obergefell vs Hodges marked a pivotal moment in American history, establishing a constitutional right to same-sex marriage and significantly advancing LGBTQ+ rights.

The number of active grants awarded by federal funding bodies has fallen strikingly, leading to a downturn in demand from academic and government customers.

Without NJ Transit, there would be gridlock on major corridors, more crashes, increased air and noise pollution, and higher public costs across the board.

Intel, Walmart, Renesas, and Boston Scientific announced 567 job cuts in the Bay Area as the tech industry faces major layoffs, impacting the local job market.

The Cuauhtémoc’s intended participation in SAIL250 is now uncertain following its crash into the Brooklyn Bridge, which killed two and injured many more.

The Education Department warns that wage garnishment on loans in default will begin this summer after a five-year pause, affecting nearly 2 million people.

"The transition is supercharging growth in key metro areas like Austin, Phoenix, and Atlanta, while creating huge population declines in other parts of the country."

When a factory closes 100 jobs, it kills 844 total. Every manufacturing job creates 7.4 additional jobs—machine shops, truckers, diners, suppliers. Simply put, losing jobs in manufacturing has a massive ripple effect that extends far beyond the immediate layoffs, affecting entire communities and industries.

Last week, the Senate voted through the GENIUS Act, facilitating the growth of digital currency and giving it legitimacy, marking a historic victory for the crypto lobby.

This is a major win for Texans. Governor Abbott showed real leadership in choosing people over politics. This plant helps veterans manage PTSD and fuels thousands of small businesses.

The impact from this event is 'narrow and deep,' having significant implications for two companies, and knock-on effects for suppliers, partners, and service providers.

Conventional planning claims that wider roads, more parking and cheaper gasoline stimulates economic productivity, employment, incomes, economic opportunity and tax revenue. These assumptions could not be more wrong.

"Closure of the Strait is on the agenda and will be done whenever necessary," said Revolutionary Guards Commander and lawmaker Esmail Kosari, confirming Iran's readiness to take immediate action.