The latest data shows a split in U.S. trucking volumes since the tariffs were announced early this month, with certain regions and sectors performing significantly better than the others. What Happened: On Sunday, Craig Fuller, the founder and CEO of FreightWaves Inc., a supply chain and logistics intelligence service, shared some stats on his X account regarding the performance of several regional trucking markets since the tariffs were announced, and what they mean for different sectors. Fuller states that, based on the data compiled by his company, freight markets with exposure to agriculture and oil and gas markets are doing…
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Seeing Max Verstappen battle a McLaren driver into Turn 1 of a Formula 1 Grand Prix has become something of the norm these past two seasons. While often Verstappen is fighting Lando Norris, on Sunday at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix he was battling with Oscar Piastri after the lights went out at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. With Verstappen starting on pole position, and Piastri alongside him on the front row, the two battled into the first corner after the McLaren driver got a tremendous start off the line. Verstappen managed to hold onto the position, going off track to…
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Key Takeaways Understand the Brand Manager Role: Recognize the key responsibilities, including developing brand strategy, managing campaigns, and conducting market research to align with your business goals. Define Your Brand’s Needs: Identify specific goals and assess your current brand position to tailor the brand manager’s role effectively, ensuring a focused recruitment strategy. Craft an Effective Job Description: Include clear expectations, core responsibilities, and essential skills to attract qualified candidates while highlighting your company culture to ensure a good fit. Utilize Diverse Sourcing Strategies: Leverage networking events, online job boards, and referrals to reach a broader pool of qualified candidates, optimizing…
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by Mary Spiller April 20, 2025 The report found that although Black and Hispanic people make up around 50% of NYC’s population, they account for over 80% of child welfare investigations. A concerning new report found that New York City’s child welfare investigations are disproportionately targeting low-income Black and Hispanic families. It outlines the ripple effect of causing parents to be denied employment or even lose the current jobs they already have, making it more difficult to take care of their families and compounding the effects of hardships from the Administration Of Children’s Services. The study was conducted by Legal…
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Image by Viktor Bystrov In an era of rising prices, shrinking paychecks, and record-breaking corporate profits, “retail blackouts” have become the latest tool in the consumer protest playbook. On social media, waves of users are calling for collective no-buy days, swearing off big-box stores, fast fashion, or even online marketplaces for set periods of time. The message is loud: consumers are fed up, and they’re trying to hit companies where it hurts. But while the intention behind these blackouts is clear—sending a message to corporations through withheld spending—the actual impact remains up for debate. Are retail blackouts genuinely disrupting the…
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Pangasinan map. INQUIRER FILES The Province of Pangasinan led by Gov. Ramon Guico III taps Philippine Veterans Bank (PVB) and Philippine World War II Memorial Foundation, Inc. (PhilWar Foundation) to develop historically accurate and comprehensive displays of WWII in Pangasinan at the new Capitol Park, Lingayen. The MOU was signed recently at the Pangasinan Provincial Capitol. In his message, Guico said that Pangasinan has a rich history including its significant role in World War II. The Lingayen Gulf landings stands as a historic moment during the war, marking the return of the Allied Forces to Luzon and the Liberation of…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I didn’t start my business on my own. Sure, I’m the only founder, and I conceived the ideas that my company, Jotform, is built around. But it’s also true that I would not be where I am today without the mentors I looked to for advice and guidance. Some of the rules I credit with Jotform’s success — for example, that I hire only when I’ve got a year’s salary already in the bank — were lifted directly from other founders who showed me the way. I’ve always believed mentors are indispensable…
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Lando Norris entered the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with a three-point lead over teammate Oscar Piastri in the Drivers’ Championship. But a crash in Q3 on Saturday put Norris on the back foot, and the McLaren driver rolled off the line tenth when the lights went out at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Norris started on the hard tire — as opposed to the rest of the top ten who all began on the medium compound — and went long, picking up multiple places on his elongated stint. He inherited the lead on Lap 30 after the leaders all made their…
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According to a latest report, insiders including Meta Platforms Inc. META’s Mark Zuckerberg, Oracle Corp. ORCL’s Safra Catz, and JPMorgan Chase & Co. JPM’s Jamie Dimon offloaded shares worth billions prior to President Donald Trump‘s tariff declarations that sent shockwaves through the markets. Zuckerberg, through his Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and its associated foundation, sold 1.1 million shares valued at $733 million in Q1. The sales took place in January and February when Meta’s stock was still trading above $600. Since then, the share price has plummeted by 32% amid a wider market selloff, reports Bloomberg. Oracle’s CEO, Catz, was another significant seller, offloading 3.8 million shares worth $705 million before Oracle’s stock fell…
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Image by Jamie Street Bringing a new pet into your life is exciting. It’s also a major commitment—emotionally, financially, and practically. For first-time pet owners, that initial excitement can quickly collide with the reality of daily care, behavior challenges, and unanticipated expenses. Even with the best intentions, many new pet owners stumble into the same avoidable pitfalls. These mistakes don’t necessarily come from neglect or irresponsibility. They often stem from a lack of experience, rushed decisions, or misinformation. Understanding where others have gone wrong is key to getting it right. Here are the most common missteps new pet parents make,…