Category: Business
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“The Apprentice”: The Controversial Film About Donald Trump’s Rise in the Business World
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Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi is directing “The Apprentice,” a drama about the rise of the 45th president of the United States in the New York real estate business during the 1970s and 1980s. The film had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 20 and has yet to be released in the…
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Construction Workers Are Dying by Suicide at an Alarming Rate
The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates among all professions. The rate among male workers is 75% higher than that of men in the general population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is estimated that 6,000 construction workers committed suicide in 2022, an increase from 2021, according…
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Summer May No Longer Be the Most Popular Season for Americans Traveling to Europe
It will be a familiar scene for many in the coming weeks: crowded airport filled with people heading off for summer vacations. But peak travel times are no longer as predictable, as more people are opting to travel during the off-peak season – the so-called “shoulder season.” Travel companies are reporting an increase in demand…
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A Cream Called ‘Brazilian Bum Bum’ Is Gaining Popularity Among American Teenagers
One of the most coveted beauty products among American teenagers right now is a creamy lotion called ‘Brazilian Bum Bum Cream’, sold for $48 by the beauty brand Sol de Janeiro. According to the company’s website, which is not Brazilian, the lotion has a pistachio scent and “helps to visibly smooth and firm the appearance…
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Lula Will Allow Casinos in Brazil
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, Business, Economy, Entertainment, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Politics, TourismBrazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said on Friday (June 21) that he will sanction the bill that legalizes casinos and gambling in Brazil. In his view, however, this is not “what will save the country” in terms of revenue and job creation. In an interview with Rádio Meio Norte in Teresina, in the…
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Lula Says He Will Legalize Casinos and Gambling
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, Business, Economy, Entertainment, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Politics, TourismPresident Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated this Friday (21) that he is likely to sanction the bill proposing the legalization of casinos and gambling, such as bingo and jogo do bicho, in Brazil. However, for Lula, this is not “what will save the country” in terms of revenue and job creation. In an interview…
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DACA 12 Years Later
Hundreds of thousands of immigrants in the United States celebrated last Saturday (15) the 12th anniversary of a program that allowed them to stay in the country, study, work, and build lives without the fear of deportation. The program ‘Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals’, or DACA, as it is known, was launched 12 years ago…
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These Cities Are So Expensive They Have Become Inaccessible to Many
Anyone who has been following the real estate market over the past two decades will know that in many countries, especially in the United States, it has become much more difficult to buy a home. A new study lists cities around the world that have become inaccessible to many. The U.S. cities on the West…
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Airbnb X Vrbo: Which Vacation Rental Platform Is Right For You?
Vacation rentals come in all layouts and sizes. But if you plan to book one, there’s a good chance you’ll turn to Airbnb or Vrbo. Both platforms are among the most sought-after options by travelers looking for accommodation. Therefore, there are many cross-listings so users can find the same rental on various platforms. However, while…
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NY Governor Seeks to Delay Congestion Toll, According to The NYT
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is quietly maneuvering to delay a plan to charge tolls to drivers entering Manhattan’s central business district, set to take effect in a few weeks, The New York Times reported on Wednesday (5). The nation’s first congestion toll, which has been in the works for decades, is scheduled to begin…