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New Eatery by Fiesta Shows Coming to Salem in 2025!

November 5, 2024

Ever wanted to enjoy a meal and drinks in a lively setting while in Salem? The Dean family, who brings the excitement of Fiesta Shows to your local carnivals and fairs, has a new plan. They’re set to open an unnamed restaurant and event space right in the Riverwalk area on Derby Street. The spot wil

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Boost in Boeing Wages: Striking Machinists Vote on New Deal

November 4, 2024

On Monday, more than 32, 000 striking Boeing machinists will cast their votes for the third time on a new contract proposal. This vote comes after a seven-week work stoppage that has stalled most of the company's airplane production. The latest offer includes a 38% raise over four years, which is an

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Machinists at Boeing Vote Again on Contract Offer

November 4, 2024

Boeing's unionized workers in the Pacific Northwest are preparing to vote on a new contract offer. This vote could bring an end to a seven-week strike that has halted production of most Boeing passenger jets. The latest offer by Boeing promises a 38% pay raise over four years, along with other bonus

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Space Mergers: Airbus Explores Options in Europe

November 4, 2024

Airbus is mulling over a potential merger for its space business, but it's not a done deal just yet. The company's CEO, Guillaume Faury, suggested that they're open to partnering up with another firm to strengthen their space sector. This comes after Airbus took a big hit with their satellite busine

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Family Farm Feud: Religion and Power

November 4, 2024

A family-run farm in Norfolk, England, worth around £80 million, is in the middle of a legal battle. Thomas Abrey, who runs the onion division, claims his uncles and cousins are pushing him out because of his Scientology beliefs. The family's potato and onion farm produces about 100, 000 tonnes annu

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Ford Hits the Brakes on Lightning Production in Response to Market Shifts

November 4, 2024

Ford is putting a temporary halt to the production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, Michigan. The pause, scheduled to start on November 15, will last until January 6, 2025, which includes the usual holiday break week starting December 23

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Jim Cramer's Take: When to Buy Microsoft Stock

November 4, 2024

Every day at 10:20 a. m. ET, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer hosts a "Morning Meeting" livestream. Let's dive into what happened on Thursday. Tech stocks were down, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 both losing ground. Microsoft and Meta Platforms led the decline after their earnings reports didn'

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Why Windows 11 is the Future, But You Can Pay to Keep Windows 10

November 4, 2024

Microsoft is eager for everyone to switch to Windows 11. They've highlighted new features like improved security, speed, and better multitasking. But if you're not ready to upgrade, they've got a deal for you. For just $30, you can keep your Windows 10 up-to-date with security patches for an extra y

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Microsoft's Million-Dollar Bet: Try Edge and Bing

November 4, 2024

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Microsoft is on a mission to get you to switch from Google to their own products, Edge and Bing. They’re not just asking nicely; they’re offering big bucks! We’re talking a whopping $1, 000, 000 for one lucky winner, plus $10, 000 for ten runners-up. The catch? You've go

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Nvidia Takes Over Intel's Spot in Dow Jones

November 4, 2024

The tech world is buzzing with news that Nvidia, the chipmaker, is replacing Intel in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. This shift comes as no surprise, given Nvidia's massive success in the artificial intelligence (AI) market. In just two years, Nvidia's value has skyrocketed by $3. 1 trillion, mak