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As climate change worsens, governments are scrambling for solutions, with a carbon tax high on the list. This tax will reach directly into your pocket, imposing costs that could reshape your daily life and financial future. We have to wonder, why do everyday citizens have to foot the bill while billionaires and industries continue their lavish excesses? 1. Increased Fuel …
A debt collection company just experienced a massive data breach that makes your usual cases of identity theft look like child’s play. Here’s the full details. Valentine’s Day Massacre Over 3 million Americans just found out their personal info is up for grabs after a massive data breach hit collection agency Financial Business and Consumer Solutions (FBCS). From Love Letters …
As calls for a tax on billionaires ramp up across the world, a new study commissioned by Brazil has claimed that we might finally be in a position to successfully tax the world’s richest people. Here’s the full story. A Potential $250 Billion Jackpot According to Forbes 2024 World’s Billionaires List, there are just under 3,000 billionaires in the world, …
Popular department store, J.C. Penney, has announced the closure of multiple stores across the country. This announcement reflects changes in the retail industry as online shopping becomes more popular. But how will these changes affect consumers and the future of in-store shopping? J.C. Penney Stores Close The American retail giant has announced that it’s closing several stores. This move is …
Layoffs have hit the aviation industry, as one of the biggest airlines in the U.S., Southwest Airlines, has announced they’re stopping flights out of four major airports. Layoffs Across Industries Image Credit: Shutterstock / Skycolors With a growing spate of layoffs occurring across the nation – primarily in tech and production – it wasn’t going to be long before they …
Tesla rival Rivian has just revealed a billion-dollar partnership that could change up the EV market for good. Here are the details. VW’s Massive Investment in Rivian Volkswagen (VW) has just announced a huge $5 billion investment in electric vehicle (EV) company Rivian. The deal has already sent Rivian’s stock soaring by over 50%, and is a much needed lifeline …
Electric vehicles (EVs) are celebrated as beacons of environmental progress, but did you know that their tires might tell a different story? Here’s how the very wheels that glide you past the gas station could be causing unexpected environmental headaches. 1. Increased Tire Wear Due to Vehicle Weight Electric vehicles are significantly heavier than their combustion engine counterparts, mainly due …
Marathon Oil reached a $241.5 million settlement with the EPA over a violation of air quality standards on a North Dakota Reservation. The company will need to pay penalties and invest in future compliance measures to make sure local residents have cleaner air and a healthier environment. EPA Settlement Last week, Marathon Oil reached a $241.5 million settlement with the …
Donald Trump just announced Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate, which could have consequences for the future of U.S. climate policy. This upcoming election may be a major step back in addressing the effects of climate change. Introducing VP Candidate J.D. Vance Presidential Candidate and Former President Donald Trump announced J.D. Vance, a U.S. Senator from Ohio, as …
Worries have been raised after Walmart announced a change to its in-store prices. Here are the full details. Smart Shopping Your next trip to the supermarket might become an entirely new experience due to this cutting-edge tech: electronic shelf labels (ESLs). Stickering the Future Walmart has just announced it’s ditching the old-school price stickers in favor of these digital labels …
