The NBA Playoffs used to be boring, at least according to the skeptics. Upsets were few and far between, the best team was determined by who had the best individual player, and the best team almost always won. NBA fans endured four years of the Golden State Warriors vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals. With Kevin Durant in the Bay, the dream of NBA parity felt further out of reach than ever before. NBA history has been defined by dynasties, from Russell and Bird’s Celtics to Magic and Kobe’s Lakers to Jordan’s Bulls to Duncan’s Spurs to Curry’s…
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Gold just pulled off a glitzy flex, smashing through the $3,300 mark and setting a fresh record at $3,313 an ounce — its biggest spotlight moment yet. Silver, not wanting to be left out, also polished up with a 70-cent jump back above $33. Peter Schiff couldn’t help but declare it the “biggest financial story of the year,” and honestly, it’s hard to argue. Gold isn’t just glittering—it’s glowing, as markets wobble from renewed U.S.-China chip tensions and fears of an escalating minerals trade war. Gold is up over $70, trading above $3,300. The new record high hit early this…
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Image by Avery Evans of Unsplash Credit cards can be powerful tools for building credit, earning rewards, and managing cash flow (when used wisely). However, not every card on the market is designed with the consumer in mind. In fact, some cards are structured in ways that can quietly drain your finances, charge excessive fees, or provide very little real benefit in return. With so many options available today, it’s easy to fall into the trap of choosing a card that looks flashy but ends up being a financial burden. From high interest rates to deceptive perks, here are five…
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STOCK IMAGE Holy Week is that rare time of the year when the world seems to hit the pause button. The streets are quieter, the group chats take a break from the usual buzz, and everyone’s either out of town or in deep reflection mode—or sometimes a mix of both. But beyond the welcome break from the daily grind, Holy Week means something different for everyone. For some of our favorite stars in local showbiz, it’s a time to slow down, reconnect with faith, and find peace amid the noise. Whether it’s bonding with family, singing Jesuit songs, or simply…
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Key Takeaways Brand Consistency is Crucial: Ensuring all franchise units maintain the same brand identity is essential for customer trust and brand loyalty. Effective Communication with Franchisors: Managing the relationship with your franchisor through clear communication can prevent conflicts and enhance operational support. Market Adaptation is Necessary: Staying alert to market fluctuations and consumer behavior ensures your franchise remains competitive and relevant. Financial Management Matters: Understanding and managing initial investments, ongoing fees, and operational costs is key to a franchise’s long-term success. Legal Compliance is Mandatory: Adhering to franchise agreements and local regulations is critical to avoid legal issues that…
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Many businesses today find themselves tethered to outdated equipment that cannot handle modern networking demands. Why is it crucial that they upgrade their access networks? Older wireless access points slow down network performance. Legacy access switches may lack the Power over Ethernet (PoE) capacity needed to support new collaboration tools, IoT devices, and AI. Antiquated network management tools can leave infrastructure vulnerable to attack and unable to handle the growing demands of user and device authentication. A future-proofed workplace requires a strong backbone for access networks. Deploying multigigabit switches with enough power to support a range of devices allows organizations…
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by Kandiss Edwards April 16, 2025 One TikToker had a great idea around boycotting. Target continues to see a decline in in-store patronage. Foot traffic declined more than 9% in February and 6.5% in March compared to the same time last year, according to data compiled by the Minnesota Tribune. Analysts attribute the slump to economic uncertainty, inflation, and public backlash over the company’s rejection of DEI initiatives. Retail experts say the current economic landscape, exacerbated by rising tariffs, inflationary pressure, and decreasing consumer confidence, is affecting big-box retailers nationwide to scale back their DEI policies and has drawn criticism from…
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Note: These rankings do not currently include players who exhausted their collegiate eligibility, but have entered the transfer portal with the hope that the NCAA will tweak its current eligibility rules. 1. RJ Luis, SR, G (St. John’s) The reigning Big East Player of the Year and a Second Team AP All-American, Luis is one of a handful of players who is in the transfer portal while also going through the NBA Draft process. Don’t let his poor performance in St. John’s second round loss to Arkansas or the drama surrounding him being benched for the last four minutes of…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. No one wants to hear the dreaded two words “you’re fired,” especially without good reasoning. Maybe being fired is the sign you needed to make your own entrepreneurial side hustle your full-time hustle, but what if you were wrongfully terminated and you could recover damages? One of the biggest concerns I hear from both employees and small businesses is knowing their legal rights when it comes to termination. Understanding what constitutes an unlawful termination is the first step in protecting against legal issues in the future. I have handled high-profile cases of…
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You Still Need a Will Dear Dave, I’m 26, so I haven’t had time to accumulate a lot of money yet through my career. I do have a good, full-time job, though, and have started saving money. Do I need a will or trust when I’m so young and have so little in terms of assets? Alisha Dear Alisha, I love the fact that you’re already thinking about things like this. You’re a wise young lady. Considering that you’re young and just starting out, you don’t need anything complicated in place. Trusts tend to be geared toward people with complex…