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How the American South could prevent the revival of jobs in the 'Rust Belt'President Trump has promised to bring back industrial jobs to the US Rust Belt. But industrial growth in states filled with his own supporters, such Alabama, Mississippi, and the Carolinas, may present the biggest roadblocks for revitalizing the economy in other parts of the country.
If no one is behind the wheel in an autonomous car crash, who pays?聽If a self-driving car makes a mistake that results in a crash, is the rider in the car at fault? How insurance agencies may navigate the changing landscape of the auto industry.
First LookComcast unveils mobile phone service as customers turn away from cableComcast announced Thursday it would offer a mobile service to its customers in an attempt to capture users who stream entertainment and news on the go.聽
Three ways women can close the retirement gapWomen, on average, have 401(k) balances that are 50 percent lower than men's. Here's how to start closing the gap.
Amid court battles for Uber drivers, a bill to make tipping easier could bring worthwhile changeA California bill could provide an easy boost to drivers' wages as the rideshare company addresses larger legal concerns. It's a move that could benefit workers across the gig economy.聽
Payless becomes latest victim of retail decline. Can it make a comeback?Payless ShoeSource announced Tuesday that it has filed for bankruptcy and plans to close 400 underperforming locations.聽
Amazon steps into live sportscastingThe online retail giant has struck a $50 million dollar deal to livestream 10 Thursday night football games from the NFL. The games will be accessible only to Amazon Prime customers.- First LookRetail operations continue to flounder against e-commerce, but Target may have a workable planTarget shares plunged in late February after executives issued a profit forecast that fell well below expectations. But the company has plans to turn its business around that could prove successful. 聽
Equal Pay Day is earlier this year, but how far have women really come?Tuesday marks Equal Pay Day, the day on which the average woman makes up the salary losses of 2016 brought on by gaps in pay based on gender.聽
Trump's executive orders on trade: getting tough or just more of the same?Despite the president's tough talk on trade, his two recent executive orders aren't that different from the stance of the previous administration.- Trump's executive orders on trade: getting tough or just more of the same?Despite the president's tough talk on trade, his two recent executive orders aren't that different from the stance of the previous administration.
First LookFIFA expands, giving more slots to Africa, Asia, and AmericasStarting in 2026, the World Cup might finally look more like a tournament for the world.聽
First LookWomen's hockey players score big victory off-iceThe deal between the women's team and Hockey USA was momentous, and it was also a reminder of an growing appreciation of women's sport around the world.
First LookCan fresh beef save McDonald's?The quarter pounder is getting a revamp, but analysts are not convinced it will be enough to stem a steep decline in foot traffic at the Golden Arches.
Amazon closes niche sites under Quidsi, looks toward new marketsAmazon closes sites specializing in diapers and soap to muster resources in preparation for its next commercial conquest, the grocery market.聽
First LookHow Jeff Bezos became the world's second richest manFor Bezos and other figures at the helm of the 'new economy,' personal wealth often tracks the stock price of their companies.- First LookVolkswagen to pay another $157 million for emissions cheatingThe German automaker, which has already paid聽more than $20 billion in buybacks, repairs, and fines over their diesel emissions scandal,聽has agreed to settle environmental lawsuits with 10 states that follow California's clean air standards.
First LookWhy is Westinghouse declaring bankruptcy?The reactor manufacturer's financial woes stem from a bigger downturn in the international nuclear sector.
First LookAfter years of fighting states, Amazon makes sales tax standardResidents in all but five US states will now be charged state sales tax when making purchases through the online retailer.
Does learning about taxes change people's views about fairness?What makes people think the tax system is 'fair'?
