Helene forces closure of quartz plants critical to tech sector
Hurricane Helene devastated the town of Spruce Pine, North Carolina, shutting down mining operations for pure quartz, a critical component…
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Port strike union boss rails against EZPass, self-checkout: ‘Machines got to stop’
International Longshoreman's Association (ILA) union President Harold Daggett is against automation, and condemned EZPass automated tolls and self-checkouts in a…
Port strike union leader Harold Daggett: What to know
What to know about International Longshorman's Association President Harold Daggert, the union's chief negotiator as dockworkers strike at ports across…
IRS data challenges Walz’s claim that Trump tax cuts ‘predominantly went to the top guys’
Vice presidential nominees Tim Walz and J.D. Vance argued over who benefitted most from Trump's tax cuts. IRS data shows…
Trump says he spoke to Elon Musk about deploying Starlink in Helene ravaged areas
Former President Trump said he had discussions with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk about deploying Starlink in the wake of Hurricane…
Dockworkers union’s calls for automation restrictions at US ports could undercut competitiveness
Unionized dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports are on strike, demanding higher wages and protection from automation, though experts…
Helene devastation hurts western North Carolina’s tourism economy, Airbnb owner says
An Airbnb owner from Chimney Rock, North Carolina, captured footage after Hurricane Helene passed by, and talks about impacts to…
Online side hustles that will score you some extra cash pretty easily, quickly
Many Americans have side hustles as an extra source of income. Many side hustles can be accomplished right from your…
Port strike: Can West Coast ports absorb East and Gulf Coast import volumes?
Dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports are on the verge of a strike that could begin Tuesday, raising questions…