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Nike to post worst revenue fall in 5 years on stagnant demand
By Nicholas P. Brown and Ananya Mariam Rajesh Nike Inc., the global sportswear giant, is poised to report an 11.5% decline in revenue for the upcoming quarter, marking its most significant drop in nearly five years. This anticipated decrease brings projected revenues...
Intel pops 14% as chipmaker taps new CEO, Wall Street backs turnaround effort
By Samantha Subin Intel Corporation, the renowned American multinational technology company, has recently experienced a significant surge in its stock value, climbing 14% following the announcement of Lip-Bu Tan as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This...
Education Department cuts half its staff as Trump vows to wind the agency down
By Collin Binkley and Moriah Balingit In a move that has sent shockwaves through the educational landscape, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) has announced plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 50%, aligning with President Donald Trump's agenda to...
Alexa Finally Gets AI as Amazon Launches Alexa+ with Natural Conversation Features and More
By Ashutosh Singh Amazon has unveiled Alexa+, a significant upgrade to its voice assistant, integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to facilitate more natural and personalized interactions. This evolution positions Alexa+ as a pivotal player in the realm of...
Concerns for Higher Education Under the Trump Administration
By Shaun Carver The landscape of higher education in the United States has faced numerous challenges over the years, but the return of Donald Trump to the White House in 2025 has reignited concerns among educators, students, and policymakers. With proposed policy...
U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Fall More Than Expected: A Sign of Economic Resilience
By Reuters The U.S. labor market continues to showcase its strength as the latest weekly jobless claims data reveal a sharper decline than anticipated. According to the latest report from the Department of Labor, jobless claims fell more than expected, signaling that...