Chevron's record profit in 2026 is part of a $495 billion windfall in the oil sector, sparking debates on taxation.
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As you read this article, you are likely using open-source technology, foundational to the global digital economy.
Nathan Straus, a Macy's magnate, championed social entrepreneurship and milk pasteurization, saving countless lives.
In "Disposable Workers: The Transformation of Employment," labor economist Paul Osterman explores the rise of disposable jobs, where over 1 in 3 U.S. workers are treated as expendable, lacking secure career prospects.
Gig workers increasingly rely on government benefits as platforms like Uber and Lyft fail to provide adequate pay and perks.
John James, a Michigan gubernatorial candidate, pledges to protect the Great Lakes but votes to weaken water protections, sparking criticism.
Food assistance, especially SNAP, is key in U.S. poverty fight, but new federal rules are straining its effectiveness.
Funding and planning for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence involved America250 and Freedom 250, creating confusion over celebration responsibilities. Freedom 250 allegedly engaged in fraudulent fundraising.
When the Sundance Film Festival comes to Boulder, CO, in 2027, new rental licenses will ease lodging shortages.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgCmK4rBDsg[/embed][embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7BDFpLzhAA[/embed]
Since 2021, college athletes have earned from NIL deals, yet debates continue over the impact on college sports' purity.