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New Orleans Faces New Year's Tragedy: A Call for Change

January 2, 2025

New Orleans woke up to a shock on Wednesday morning. A pickup truck had plowed into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, killing 15 and injuring many more. The festive atmosphere was instantly replaced with horror and disbelief. Ken Williams, a local chef, summed it up: "We're all numb. " The cit

crime

Emotions in the Court: How Danish Legal Professionals Judge Victims

January 2, 2025

Imagine standing in a Danish courtroom, waiting for a verdict. You might think the focus is on facts and evidence. But researchers found something else. They studied how Danish legal professionals judge the trustworthiness of victims based on their emotional expressions. Picture this: emotional show

business

Cable Wars: Altice Drops MSG Networks from Optimum

January 2, 2025

MSG Networks, under the umbrella of Sphere Entertainment (SPHR), announced that Altice USA (ATUS) has kicked MSG Networks off its Optimum channel lineup in the tri-state area. In a move to keep their business afloat, Altice has decided to charge customers more and offer less. They've hiked prices by

health

Learning from COVID-19: A Five-Year Reflection

January 1, 2025

Five years after health officials first learned about the mysterious pneumonia cases in Wuhan, China, it's hard to believe how much has changed. The World Health Organization (WHO) got its first clue on December 31, 2019. Experts soon realized that the virus, later named COVID-19, would spread like

environment

Why Info Matters for Green Business Travel

January 1, 2025

Business travelers are big players in the aviation industry's carbon emissions, especially in the U. S. where they account for around 10% of total emissions. While commercial jets are the larger culprit, business travelers using scheduled flights or private jets need greener options. The Global Busi

business

Small Businesses Fear Loss of TikTok's Power

January 1, 2025

Imagine running a small business and suddenly losing a powerful tool like TikTok. That’s what millions of small business owners might face if a TikTok ban happens. Desiree Hill from Crown’s Corner Mechanic in Georgia knows this worry all too well. She started as a mobile mechanic and grew her busine

business

News with Nils: 44 Years of Local Business Reporting

January 1, 2025

Did you know that Nils Rosdahl has been covering local business news in the Coeur d’Alene area for over four decades? That's right, 44 years! His column, "Business Bits, ” which appears every Sunday, has been a trusted source for business updates and growth stories. People like Kandi Johnson, who wo

business

Plainfield's Business Shakeup: Big Changes in 2024

January 1, 2025

In 2024, the small town of Plainfield saw some significant shakeups, mainly in the business scene. The year kicked off with a wave of restaurant closures, leaving locals wondering what was next. But fear not, because the town also welcomed new businesses to fill the void. One of the biggest headlin

sports

Michigan's Defense Shines in ReliaQuest Bowl Win

January 1, 2025

Michigan's football team ended their season on a high note, beating Alabama 19-13 in the ReliaQuest Bowl. The Wolverines' defense was the star of the show, sacking Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe five times and forcing him to turn over the ball three times. This victory was a big deal for Michigan,

business

Ladies' Night Lawsuits: A Tough Lesson for Small Businesses

January 1, 2025

You might think that offering discounts to women on Ladies' Night would boost business, but it can actually put small restaurants out of business. That's what happened to Lima Restaurant in California. The owner, John Marquez, had to close after settling a discrimination lawsuit over a Ladies' Night