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#energy-crisis
World politics
fromThe Washington Post
2 hours ago

Economic fallout of U.S.-led war is hitting the rest of the world harder

Global energy crisis from Middle East conflict causes severe economic hardship worldwide, with developing nations experiencing sharper fuel price increases and shortages than the United States.
World politics
fromThe Washington Post
2 hours ago

Economic fallout of U.S.-led war is hitting the rest of the world harder

Global energy crisis from Middle East conflict causes severe economic hardship worldwide, with developing nations experiencing sharper fuel price increases and shortages than the United States.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Fuel rations and no air con: south-east Asian nations race to conserve energy

Southeast Asian governments implement emergency energy conservation measures and financial relief programs as Middle East conflict disrupts global oil supplies, causing severe economic hardship for workers and transport operators.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Qatar warns Iran war could halt Gulf energy exports within weeks'

Continued Iran conflict threatens global energy supplies, with Qatar's LNG production halt affecting 20% of worldwide supply and triggering worldwide economic disruption.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Sadiq Khan urges Labour to campaign on rejoining EU at next election

Sadiq Khan calls for Labour to commit to full EU rejoin in next general election manifesto, citing economic damage from Brexit and global uncertainty.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: New head Khamenei vows to avenge Larijani killing

Iran's new Supreme Leader vows revenge for security chief Ali Larijani's death in an Israeli strike, while the Iranian Intelligence Minister was also killed in airstrikes, escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict.
World news
fromFortune
18 hours ago

Trump officials say gas prices will return to normal in 'a few more weeks,' but his own Energy Department says it will be 2027 | Fortune

Average U.S. gas prices reached $3.84 per gallon, up 31% in one month due to Middle East conflict, with prices unlikely to drop below $3 per gallon soon despite administration claims.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Amid ruins, Palestinians struggle to preserve Gaza's historic markets

Israel's military operations have devastated Khan Younis's historic Grain Market, reducing a centuries-old commercial hub to ruins and displacing generations of traders and shoppers.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

As gas prices rise, ride-hail drivers feel especially pinched at the pump | CBC News

Sometimes I feel like I'm going to get, like, heart attacks. You feel like how am I gonna survive? What should I do? Should I put more hours [in]? Should I work, like, 14, 15 hours? It's a very hard decision. Singh, who already works seven days a week, estimates he's shelling out an extra $150 to $200 monthly to be on the road in downtown Vancouver.
Canada news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Fair taxation and the future of the regulated betting industry - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

With UK betting sites now serving as a primary driver of industry growth and digital innovation, any aggressive increase in duties threatens to stifle investment and lead to a significant contraction in a market that supports over a hundred thousand jobs nationwide.
Poker
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump's Iran war has cost Americans at least $11bn already. And that's just the start | Arwa Mahdawi

US-Israeli military operations against Iran and Lebanon have cost over $11.3 billion in six days, with over 2,100 civilian deaths and 815,000 displaced, while Americans face economic consequences from the conflict.
fromAnthropic
2 days ago

The Anthropic Institute

The Anthropic Institute exists to understand and shape the consequences of powerful AI systems. We focus on the urgent questions that will determine whether these systems deliver the radical upsides that we believe are possible in science, security, economic development, and human agency-or whether they will pose a range of unprecedented new risks to humanity.
Artificial intelligence
Fundraising
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Virgin StartUp unveils 20m funding pot for UK founders after passing 100m Start Up Loans milestone

Virgin StartUp announces £20 million funding for UK entrepreneurs in 2026-2027, its largest annual allocation since 2013, supporting early-stage business launches through government-backed Start Up Loans.
World news
fromFortune
2 days ago

There's an oil price scenario that would bring the US economy to a 'standstill; | Fortune

War in Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz, removing eight million barrels daily from global oil supply—the largest disruption in history—causing oil prices to surge and threatening economic growth worldwide.
#oil-prices
World news
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

The Iran war is driving an oil shock - but not a broad supply chain crisis, Goldman Sachs says

Iran conflict drives oil prices up 70% but poses limited supply chain disruption risk, with modest 0.3% GDP impact and 0.5-0.6% inflation increase expected.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

What it means for your money as the price of oil surges past $100

Oil prices surged above $106, a 37% increase in one week, with widespread economic impacts on energy bills, manufacturing, transport, and food costs across all sectors.
#iran-conflict
fromFortune
3 days ago
US Elections

As Iran war knocks Trump back on his political heels, he lashes out a news coverage while taking flak from top MAGA figures | Fortune

fromFortune
1 week ago
World news

How the war in Iran could 'bring down the economies of the world' by cutting off its energy supply | Fortune

US Elections
fromFortune
3 days ago

As Iran war knocks Trump back on his political heels, he lashes out a news coverage while taking flak from top MAGA figures | Fortune

Trump faces political backlash following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, with declining poll numbers, public concerns over American deaths and economic turmoil, while Democrats gain momentum for midterm elections.
World news
fromFortune
1 week ago

How the war in Iran could 'bring down the economies of the world' by cutting off its energy supply | Fortune

The Iran conflict threatens prolonged destabilization of the Middle East and global economy through disrupted oil and gas supplies via the Strait of Hormuz.
#gas-prices
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

'He said he was going to bring gas down': Trump voters sour as Iran war drives up prices | Fortune

Rising gas prices from an Iran war are frustrating American voters across the political spectrum, undermining Trump's campaign promises of economic improvement and lower fuel costs.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

'He said he was going to bring gas down': Trump voters sour as Iran war drives up prices | Fortune

Rising gas prices from an Iran war are frustrating American voters across the political spectrum, undermining Trump's campaign promises of economic improvement and lower fuel costs.
Public health
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Fuel price surge could force one in ten drivers to cut hospital visits, survey warns

Rising fuel prices threaten to force drivers to reduce essential medical visits and significantly cut household spending, with potential economic recession risks.
#immigration-enforcement
Social justice
fromHouston Chronicle
5 days ago

Gulfton, Houston's 'Ellis Island,' is hurting under ICE fears, residents say

Trump's mass deportation campaign has created widespread fear in Gulfton, Houston's largest immigrant community, causing businesses to struggle and the neighborhood's cultural fabric to deteriorate significantly.
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump's immigration crackdown is backfiring by hurting the U.S.-born workers it was meant to help, data shows | Fortune

Despite aggressive immigration enforcement reducing foreign-born workers by over one million since March 2025, U.S.-born labor force participation declined from 61.4% to 61%, contradicting the administration's goal of boosting native-born employment.
fromFortune
1 week ago
US politics

A Minneapolis Fed report details how much Trump's immigration crackdown hurt businesses and workers. 'There are not any people to hire' | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Understanding corporate leaders' muted Minnesota response: the example of Disney, Florida and conservative retaliation | Fortune

Social justice
fromHouston Chronicle
5 days ago

Gulfton, Houston's 'Ellis Island,' is hurting under ICE fears, residents say

Trump's mass deportation campaign has created widespread fear in Gulfton, Houston's largest immigrant community, causing businesses to struggle and the neighborhood's cultural fabric to deteriorate significantly.
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump's immigration crackdown is backfiring by hurting the U.S.-born workers it was meant to help, data shows | Fortune

Despite aggressive immigration enforcement reducing foreign-born workers by over one million since March 2025, U.S.-born labor force participation declined from 61.4% to 61%, contradicting the administration's goal of boosting native-born employment.
fromFortune
1 week ago
US politics

A Minneapolis Fed report details how much Trump's immigration crackdown hurt businesses and workers. 'There are not any people to hire' | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Understanding corporate leaders' muted Minnesota response: the example of Disney, Florida and conservative retaliation | Fortune

fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Yemeni ports face shipping fee hike amid Iran conflict

Because Yemen imports nearly 90 percent of its food and other essential commodities, economists and humanitarian organisations warn that the rise in shipping and insurance costs could quickly translate into higher prices for fuel, food and other goods, further worsening an already dire humanitarian situation.
World news
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
6 days ago

Morgan Stanley warns an AI breakthrough Is coming in 2026 - and most of the world isn't ready | Fortune

A major AI breakthrough is expected in early 2026, driven by massive compute accumulation, but faces severe power infrastructure constraints and will cause significant job displacement.
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

San Francisco is losing another major grocery store

Closing a store is not a decision we take lightly, but this store has had performance issues for an extended period of time. We have worked to enhance and remodel the location, but it has not shown the sales and profit needed to continue operations. In fact, despite the best efforts of a great team, we have lost money year over year at this location.
San Francisco
Healthcare
fromCbsnews
6 days ago

Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care

One-third of Americans cut everyday expenses and skip meals to afford healthcare, with 82 million making financial sacrifices including borrowing money and reducing utilities.
#immigration-policy
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

13K immigrant truck drivers lose California licenses

California canceled 13,000 immigrant truck drivers' licenses due to new federal rules restricting eligibility based on legal status, creating severe economic hardship for workers and the transportation industry.
fromThe American Conservative
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

The GOP Is About to Relive Its Worst Immigration Failure

Narrowing 'mass deportation' to only criminals betrays populist demands; illegal immigration is primarily a quantity problem that undermines wages, public services, and national cohesion.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

13K immigrant truck drivers lose California licenses

California canceled 13,000 immigrant truck drivers' licenses due to new federal rules restricting eligibility based on legal status, creating severe economic hardship for workers and the transportation industry.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 week ago

The 10 Best Countries For Digital Nomads Right Now

Remote work has enabled 18.5 million Americans to become digital nomads, generating $787 billion in annual economic value while reshaping where professionals choose to live.
#geopolitical-conflict
fromFortune
1 week ago
World politics

Iran's new supreme leader is injured but reportedly 'safe' as traders sour on war exit strategy | Fortune

fromFortune
1 week ago
World politics

Iran's new supreme leader is injured but reportedly 'safe' as traders sour on war exit strategy | Fortune

California
fromReadWrite
1 week ago

California cardrooms lawsuits challenges AG Bonta regulations

California's cardroom industry sued the state over new gambling regulations, claiming the rules would eliminate blackjack games, restrict player-dealer games, and cost thousands of jobs and city tax revenue.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Turkey caught in the middle as Iran war escalates

Turkey seeks to mediate US-Iran tensions while protecting its economy, security, and borders from regional conflict spillover.
#middle-east-conflict
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
World news

Trump says war could be over soon - but defiant Iran to step up attacks; Tanaiste says EU 'urgently' needs energy independence

fromFortune
1 week ago
World politics

In the Iran war, it's not the oil that's important-it's the water | Fortune

Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Inflation to hit eurozone as war in the Middle East disrupts energy flows

Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies to Europe, triggering ECB warnings of eurozone inflation spikes and economic growth decline.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Inflation to hit eurozone as war in the Middle East disrupts energy flows

Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies to Europe, triggering ECB warnings of eurozone inflation spikes and economic growth decline.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Oil and gas prices drop as Trump says war could be over soon; Iran rallies behind new hardline leader

Middle East conflict creates market volatility and energy price uncertainty, with Trump predicting potential war resolution while Iran's new hardline leadership shows no signs of backing down.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Trump says war could be over soon - but defiant Iran to step up attacks; Tanaiste says EU 'urgently' needs energy independence

Middle East conflict creates market volatility and energy price uncertainty, with Trump predicting potential war resolution while Iran's new hardline leadership shows no signs of backing down.
fromFortune
1 week ago
World politics

In the Iran war, it's not the oil that's important-it's the water | Fortune

Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Poll: Are you worried the Iran conflict will push up your cost of living?

Middle East conflict escalation drives oil prices above $80 per barrel, threatening increased energy costs, food prices, and delayed interest rate cuts for households already facing financial strain.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Inflation to hit eurozone as war in the Middle East disrupts energy flows

Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies to Europe, triggering ECB warnings of eurozone inflation spikes and economic growth decline.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Inflation to hit eurozone as war in the Middle East disrupts energy flows

Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies to Europe, triggering ECB warnings of eurozone inflation spikes and economic growth decline.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

How high could oil go, and what might the global economic fallout be?

Oil prices surpassing $100 per barrel due to US-Israel conflict with Iran threaten global economic stability through inflation, market volatility, and potential central bank rate increases.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

A 'Silver Tsunami' Is Coming for Small Businesses - and Millions of Jobs, Say Experts

Nearly half of U.S. small-business owners are 55 or older with only 54% having succession plans, threatening 2.3 million businesses and millions of jobs as Baby Boomers retire.
World news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Global stock markets jolt after surge in oil prices as attacks in the Middle East continue

Global stock markets declined sharply as oil prices spiked to $120 per barrel amid Middle East tensions, raising stagflation concerns for the worldwide economy.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Editorial | Relief at the pump needed for New Yorkers | amNewYork

New York City drivers found themselves paying, on average, 31 cents more for a gallon of gas week-over-week, according to the American Automobile Association. The gallon price as of March 6 was $3.30, up from $2.99 on Feb. 27.
New York City
#trump-tariffs
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump says tariffs help America. Estimates suggest they cost families about $1,700. - Poynter

fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump says tariffs help America. Estimates suggest they cost families about $1,700. - Poynter

World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Iran to halt strikes on neighbours unless attacks from there: Pezeshkian

Iran's president pledges to halt strikes on neighboring Gulf states unless attacks originate from their territory, as regional conflict escalates with severe global energy market consequences.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Preparations underway for SF's 2026 Chinese New Year Parade: Here's a look

San Francisco's Chinese New Year Parade on Saturday will feature 17 floats, 100 groups, and hundreds of thousands of attendees celebrating the year of the horse with enhanced security and significant economic benefits for local businesses.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Silicon Valley legend Vinod Khosla has 'no plans to leave California' amid billionaire tax uproar-but he has another idea to fix the wealth loophole | Fortune

California will lose its most important taxpayers and net off much worse. Even people who don't expect this initiative to pass are still planning to leave because there will be another one. You're permanently reducing the tax base on an ongoing basis to get a one shot. That's what a junkie does, a one-time shot.
Venture
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How the US-Israel war with Iran is reshaping Africa

Iran expands strategic, economic, military, and educational partnerships across Africa while leveraging trade increases of 85% in 2025 to circumvent international sanctions.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Chevron warns of economic collapse in California under Gavin Newsom in doomsday letter

Chevron warns California's Cap-and-Invest climate program will destroy refineries, eliminate jobs, raise fuel prices, and threaten energy security.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Kenya braces as Middle East conflict escalates

Kenya's President Ruto called for de-escalation and multilateral dialogue regarding Middle East conflict while condemning regional strikes, emphasizing threats to international peace and security.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Will Trump's Middle East war also engulf Friedrich Merz?

German Chancellor Merz navigated delicate diplomacy in Washington, balancing European interests against Trump's unpredictable Iran military actions while managing economic fallout affecting Europe.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

South Korea's stock market in meltdown amid US-Iran war

The benchmark KOSPI index plummeted as much as 12.2 percent on Wednesday, eclipsing the 12.02 percent single-day plunge triggered by the September 11, 2001 attacks on the US and the 9.44 percent drop seen at the height of the 2008 financial crisis.
World news
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Goldman finds 'no meaningful relationship between AI and productivity at the economywide level,' but a 30% boost for 2 specific use cases | Fortune

Corporate AI discussions far exceed measurable productivity gains, with no meaningful economy-wide relationship between AI adoption and productivity despite localized 30% gains in specific use cases.
World news
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Trump's strikes on Iran could cost American economy as much as $210 billion, top budget expert says | Fortune

Operation Epic Fury against Iran could cost U.S. taxpayers between $40 billion and $210 billion, with direct military costs estimated at $65 billion and broader economic losses around $115 billion.
World news
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

UAE stock markets to close for two days amid Iran strikes | Fortune

UAE closes its two main stock exchanges for two days due to Iranian missile and drone attacks, protecting markets from potential economic disruption amid regional conflict.
San Jose Sharks
fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

PayPal Park Expands Its Role with Regular Concert Nights in San Jose

San Jose City Council unanimously approved PayPal Park to host up to 15 concerts annually, establishing the venue as a key entertainment destination with economic and community benefits.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Property sales that fall through costs Britain 900 million a year'

England's property market loses over 900 million annually from transactions that collapse before completion, impacting estate agency revenue and stamp duty collection.
Retirement
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

The great (small business) wealth transfer: McKinsey sees $5 trillion of baby boomer companies coming up for sale over the next decade | Fortune

Six million small businesses face ownership transitions by 2035, representing $5 trillion in value, but 92% currently close rather than transfer, threatening economic stability.
fromFOX 5 New York
3 weeks ago

See the soon-to-be 55-story American Express building at World Trade

The completion of the final commercial tower at the World Trade Center is more than an investment - it's a testament to the power of union labor and the dignity of work. The plan is expected to create more than 2,000 union construction jobs and 3,200 total jobs citywide over the life of the project, with officials estimating the development will generate about $5.9 billion for New York City's economy and $6.3 billion statewide.
New York City
#tariffs
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

Transit-Oriented Housing On Track For Continued Growth

Once a nice-to-have niche urban design concept, TOD has become an essential part of many urban neighborhoods. It has helped address the shortage of housing by enabling the development of higher-density residential communities near transit stations. It has helped revitalize countless once-deteriorating or static urban enclaves near transit hubs by activating sidewalks near the developments. And it has spurred walking and transit use, enabling residents of TODs to reduce or eliminate automobile dependency.
Real estate
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

The Ukraine war in numbers: People, territory, money

Russia's four-year war on Ukraine has caused unprecedented human losses, major territorial disruption, and severe economic sanctions reshaping the global economy.
#supreme-court
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Supreme Court's ruling to overturn Trump tariffs seen as boon for New York businesses and consumers alike | amNewYork

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

Supreme Court slaps down $175 billion worth of Trump tariffs as unconstitutional | Fortune

fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Supreme Court's ruling to overturn Trump tariffs seen as boon for New York businesses and consumers alike | amNewYork

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

Supreme Court slaps down $175 billion worth of Trump tariffs as unconstitutional | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

AI's biggest problem isn't intelligence. It's implementation

AI adoption is uneven, yielding clear efficiency gains in some functions yet producing limited measurable profit impacts across most large companies.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

A Huge Survey of CEOs and Other Execs Just Found Something Damning About AI's Effects on Productivity

In a new analysis of a survey published by the National Bureau of Economic Research and highlighted by Fortune, around 90 percent of the nearly 6,000 interviewed CEOs, chief financial officers, and other top executives at firms across the US, UK, Germany, and Australia, said that AI has had no impact on productivity or employment at their business. To be clear, the question was about AI's impact generally, and not just from implementing it in the workplace. But around 70 percent of the firms reported actively using AI, meaning the vast majority of them are admitting that adopting the tech hasn't budged the needle for them yet.
Artificial intelligence
#super-bowl-60
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Heathrow airport runway expansion could add 250 to family fare, airlines warn

Heathrow's planned third runway and terminal expansion could raise landing charges, potentially increasing average ticket prices by 60–65 and costing families about 250.
World news
fromParade
4 weeks ago

From City Street Tacos to Sandy Shores, This Sun-Drenched Destination Is Seeing Record Visitors

Mexico received a record 98.2 million international tourists in 2025, generating $34.992 billion in foreign-exchange revenue and boosting jobs and economic growth.
California
fromThesanjoseblog
4 weeks ago

Super Bowl Weekend Ignites Downtown San Jose with Massive Crowds and Electric Nights

Downtown San Jose attracted tens of thousands for Super Bowl weekend with huge concerts, street parties, boosted local business, and strong city event planning.
#super-bowl
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Microsoft AI CEO: Virtually All White Collar Tasks Will Be Automated Within a Year and a Half

AI models will automate most white-collar desk jobs within 12–18 months, shifting roles toward oversight, debugging, architecture, and production while code writing becomes AI-assisted.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Trump is making foreign tourism great again. How much will he hurt the World Cup? | Fortune

Policy stances from the Trump administration on everything from immigration to tariffs, along with currency swings and stricter border controls, have seemingly proved a turnoff to travelers from other countries, especially Canadians - the single largest source of foreign tourists for the United States. Canadian travel to the U.S. fell by close to 30% in 2025. But it is not just visitors from Canada who are choosing to avoid the United States.
US politics
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Fewer Ontario residents are hitting the slopes south of the border amid Canada-U.S. tensions: travel regulator | CBC News

Political uncertainty and trade tensions reduced Ontario travel to U.S. ski resorts by about 40%, costing upstate regions millions in lost tourism revenue.
fromKqed
1 month ago

Making Movies in San Francisco Just Got Less Expensive | KQED

"Every time people visit San Francisco, they're blown away by our city's beauty and energy," said Lurie in a statement. "Film takes that feeling and carries it far beyond our city limits. And when productions choose San Francisco, they do more than showcase our city's outstanding beauty. They invest directly in our workers, our neighborhoods and our creative economy."
Film
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston to host FIFA World Cup Fan Fest at City Hall Plaza

There's no greater sports town in all of America than Boston.
US news
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

After Super Bowl, Bay Area sets aim at landing next big event: Women's World Cup

Bay Area proposed Levi's Stadium and Oracle Park as potential venues in the U.S. bid to host matches for the 2031 Women's World Cup.
New York Islanders
fromEater NY
1 month ago

A Cult-Beloved Vietnamese Bakery - and More NYC Restaurant Closures in February

Several NYC restaurants and cafes closed in early February 2026, with some shifting online and others citing economic pressures or seeking new locations.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

Arts and culture supporters urged to lobby for funding at 2026 Oregon Legislature * Oregon ArtsWatch

The day after Whitelaw testified, the state economist said that Oregon now has about $300 million more to spend than previously expected. The new revenue forecast does not mean the budget is in the black, however. There are new demands for the available dollars, including $600 million in upgrades to the Moda Center to retain the Portland Trail Blazers, a recently announced $50 million shortfall in Portland Public School funding,
Arts
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

What Are the Pros and Cons of Data Centers?

When ChatGPT launched in late 2022, I watched something remarkable happen. Within two months, it hit 100 million users, a growth rate that sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley. Today, it has over 800 million weekly active users. That launch sparked an explosion in AI development that has fundamentally changed how we build and operate the infrastructure powering our digital world.
Artificial intelligence
Women
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Economy will lose over 10bn by locking women out of critical growth sectors - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rigid hiring practices lock mid-career women out of digital roles, driving acute digital skills shortages and costing the UK economy and firms billions.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

The Internet Is Absolutely DRAGGING Dr. Oz After He Said Kids Should Work "Right Out Of High School"

Enabling Americans to work one year earlier or later through better health could generate about $3 trillion, reducing debt and strengthening Medicare and Social Security.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

UK government must get its hands dirty on security, report says | Computer Weekly

Persistent cyber security weaknesses cost the UK billions, hamper growth, and expose critical national infrastructure, necessitating a more interventionist national cyber strategy.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Net zero migration would need major tax rises to plug 37bn black hole, experts warn

Net migration cut to zero would shrink the UK economy and create a 37bn funding shortfall requiring large tax rises or increased borrowing.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Not vaccinating enough children against measles could cost England 290m, experts say

Declining childhood measles vaccination in England could cause major outbreaks, about 480 deaths, 392,805 cases, and £292 million in economic losses over 20 years.
Film
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Utah is losing $196M in Sundance revenue. The state isn't scared.

The Sundance Film Festival will relocate from Park City to Boulder in 2027, moving tens of thousands of attendees and millions in local spending.
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