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McDonald’s improving global sales help to offset US weakness in fourth quarter
Feb 10, 2025 8:16 am - Improving international sales helped McDonald’s overcome some weakness at home in the fourth quarter.
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Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs Monday, and more import duties are coming
Feb 10, 2025 8:11 am - President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the United States will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada and Mexico, as well as other import duties later in the week.
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The Biz Week That Was: Tourism boom in Northwest suburbs, new eateries opening among the highlightsFeb 08, 2025 2:17 pm - Tourism growth boosting revenues for Northwest suburbs A 6.1% increase in overnight hotel stays helped bring in a quarter-billion dollars of revenue to the eight sub...
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BBB encourages businesses to recognize the impact of positive customer reviewsFeb 08, 2025 2:07 pm - Positive reviews can significantly contribute to building a business’ reputation and attracting new customers who consider authentic looking reviews more influential than paid advertising.
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7 mistakes that can derail your retirementFeb 08, 2025 1:50 pm - I have spent many years helping clients plan for their retirement. Unfortunately, I have also seen many mistakes that retirees have made along the way. Here are a few that you should avoid.
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Estate planning 101: How to get startedFeb 08, 2025 1:50 pm - When you start estate planning, create an inventory of all your assets. Make a list of who you want to receive those assets — and how, experts advise.
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Five money moves to help secure your futureFeb 08, 2025 1:40 pm - Building long-term financial security requires more than saving money; it demands strategic planning, continuous learning, and adaptability.
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Recent aviation disasters cause fears about the safety of flying
Feb 07, 2025 2:16 pm - The spate of recent aviation disasters and close calls have people worried about the safety of flying.
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Trump official's directive tying transportation grants to birth rates could hinder blue statesFeb 07, 2025 1:54 pm - Shortly after he was confirmed as President Donald Trump’s transportation secretary, Sean Duffy circulated a memo that instructed his department to prioritize families by, among other things, giving preference to communities with marriage and birth rates higher than the national average when awarding grants.
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Live poultry markets ordered shut in New York City due to avian flu outbreak
Feb 07, 2025 1:49 pm - All live poultry markets in New York City and some of its suburbs were ordered Friday to close for a week after the detection of seven cases of avian flu, which has also hit farms nationwide, led to the slaughter of millions of birds and driven up egg prices.