Key Takeaways Understand the Cake Business: Gain knowledge about culinary and entrepreneurial aspects by researching market viability and customer preferences to establish a strong foundation for your cake business. Identify Your Niche: Define your specialty, whether it be custom wedding cakes, birthday cakes, or unique offerings like cupcakes, to differentiate your brand and cater to specific target audiences. Develop a Solid Business Plan: Create a detailed business plan outlining your objectives, target audience, sales strategies, and financial projections to guide your cake business’s growth. Comply with Legal Requirements: Familiarize yourself with the necessary licenses and permits, and choose a suitable…
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In recent years, the weight loss conversation has undergone a radical shift. Traditional diets and fitness routines have been supplemented by science-backed treatments that offer an entirely new way to manage weight. GLP-1 weight loss drugs have emerged as a groundbreaking medical option. These drugs are creating waves not just among healthcare professionals but also among those struggling with obesity and chronic metabolic conditions. What makes glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs so powerful is not just their effectiveness in reducing weight, but the science behind how they work. GLP-1 receptor agonists mimic a hormone that naturally occurs in our body, offering…
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Image by Clint Patterson You flipped the switch. You turned off the device. So why is your energy bill still sky-high? Because “off” doesn’t always mean off. Some electronics never stop consuming power, even when they’re idle. These silent culprits are known as energy vampires, and they’re costing you more than you think. Every plugged-in device that draws power even while not in use adds to your monthly electricity bill. It may seem small—just a few cents here and there—but over the year and across an entire home, it can add up to hundreds of dollars in wasted energy. Let’s…
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Matthew Cheslock, left, and Anthony Confusione work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) LONDON, United Kingdom — Global stock markets rose on Friday as jobs data reassured investors on the US economy as did indications Beijing and Washington may begin to talk about resolving their tariff standoff. Data showed that US hiring slowed much less than expected last month, with the world’s largest economy adding 177,000 jobs. Article continues after this advertisement European equities and US stock futures both jumped following the release of the data. Wall Street’s…
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by Stacy Jackson May 2, 2025 Immigrants fear they may have to return to gang and political violence in Haiti due to Trump’s order to end the CHNV Humanitarian Program. With gangs taking over more than 90% of Port-au-Prince, hundreds of thousands of Haitian immigrants may be returning to a land of chaos if a judge rules in favor of the Trump administration’s executive order to end the Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela Humanitarian Sponsorship Program. The humanitarian parole program, established under the Biden administration, has permitted more than 500,000 people to enter the U.S. under temporary legal status. According to NBC News,…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. If you’re serious about building real wealth and autonomy in 2025, your fastest path might be the family business down the street. Over the next decade, millions of small businesses — an engine of America’s real economy — will transition to new ownership. But this shift won’t play out on public markets or through high-profile dealmaking. It will happen in quiet, negotiated transactions between retiring owners and the next generation of hard-working entrepreneurs. The numbers prove just how large an opportunity this is: 70% of small business owners have no formal succession…
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The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports is perennially set on the first Saturday in May, but the day where Louisville locals really celebrate is the previous afternoon. “Oaks Day” at Churchill Downs is one of the biggest events in River City, with many locals enjoying a quality bourbon while wearing their finest. And while over 100,000 people at a horse race meet isn’t normal, it’s a downright serene scene compared to the chaos to come just a sunrise later. The Kentucky Oaks is open to three-year-old fillies, with participants going nine furlongs (or 1 1/8 mile). $1.5 million is added…
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ndly way that would allow its 130,000 users to securely work anywhere, from any device, without friction. By leveraging its own Duo Passwordless, the team was able to eliminate phishable multi-factor authentication factors, improve usability and productivity, reduce authentication actions by 93%, and secure its workforce from anywhere. At Cisco, securing our workplace for the future means continuously adapting to technological advancements and staying ahead of the threat landscape. Leveraging our own suite of security products, including Duo, has been key in helping us do that. When most of our workforce worked remotely during the pandemic, we implemented Duo Beyond…
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Beware of fake RBI deposit schemes promising high returns and government guarantees! Don’t fall for scams asking you to invest Rs.2,22,222 in your spouse’s name. You might have recently seen flashy headlines like: “RBI Introduces 3 New Deposit Schemes! Invest Rs.2,22,222 in Spouse’s Name and Maximize Interest Returns!” Sounds official, convincing, and even tempting — doesn’t it? Unfortunately, it’s completely fake. These kinds of headlines are crafted by fraudsters to target innocent investors by using trustworthy words like “RBI”, “Government Guarantee”, and “High Returns”. In this post, let’s break down how these scams work, what tactics are used, why they’re…
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A player’s field of view in the popular video game Minecraft. ©2025 Mojang AB; TM Microsoft Corporation hide caption toggle caption ©2025 Mojang AB; TM Microsoft Corporation A player’s field of view in the popular video game Minecraft. ©2025 Mojang AB; TM Microsoft Corporation The recent box office smash hit Minecraft is based on a very popular video game by the same name. It’s known for its block graphics, calming music that set the vibe for players to “mine” for building materials and gems. The game is very popular with children and adults alike. One of those adults is cognitive…