Category: Business
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How Much Does It Cost to Raise a Child in the U.S.?
In the United States, the average cost of raising a child from birth to age 17 has increased by 16% since 1960 – when data was first collected. In 1960, the average total spending on a child in a middle-income family was $202,020, adjusted for inflation. By 2015 – the most recent data available on…
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You Can Now Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness
President Joe Biden announced on Monday, October 17, that federal student loan borrowers can now apply online for forgiveness of up to $20,000 of their debt. “This is a game changer for millions of Americans… and it took an incredible effort to get this website up in such a short time,” Biden said. People wishing…
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Now You Can Buy Hearing Aids Without a Prescription
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For the first time, adults in the U.S. will be able to purchase hearing aids without needing to obtain a prescription beforehand. According to the FDA, starting Monday, October 17, adults with mild to moderate hearing loss can buy hearing aids directly from a store or online – and at a lower price. The high…
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Partnership of the Year: Starbucks Customers Can Now Earn Delta SkyMiles
Starbucks and Delta Air Lines have announced a strategic partnership that will benefit their most loyal consumers. Since October 12, American customers enrolled in the Delta SkyMiles and Starbucks Rewards loyalty programs can link their accounts and start earning one mile for every $1.00 spent on qualifying purchases at Starbucks. On days when enrolled members…
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Santos FC Holds Event in NY This Sunday
New York was chosen for another event of the “Santos do Mundo” campaign, which aims to internationalize the Club’s brand. On Sunday, October 16, the Pelé Soccer Store, located in Times Square, will start selling official Santos FC jerseys. On this occasion, a retro jersey will also be presented, in homage to the friendly match…
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What are travel alerts and how do the U.S. develop them?
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The U.S. Department of State publishes a travel alert for every country in the world so that American citizens have reliable information to make informed decisions before traveling. The travel alerts are based on “security and safety conditions that may affect the lives and interests of U.S. citizens abroad,” without political or economic considerations, the…
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Traveling to Sleep: The Rise of Sleep Tourism
You’ve probably heard a woman who just became a mother say that the gift she wanted most was a weekend at a hotel to sleep throughout her stay. Well, the desire of mothers is becoming a trend. The so-called “sleep tourism” has been growing in popularity for a few years now, with an increasing number…
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IMF: Global Recession May Be Coming 2023
The International Monetary Fund (IMF), on Tuesday, October 11, downgraded its global growth projections for next year, warning the world of a possible recession if high inflation is not managed appropriately by policymakers. The negative assessment was detailed in the “World Economic Outlook” report published by the Fund. Persistent supply chain disruptions caused mainly by…
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Brazil and the US Sign Customs Recognition Agreement
Brazil and the US have signed a mutual recognition agreement that will allow certified Brazilian companies to export more efficiently.
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NY Mayor Declares State of Emergency Due to Immigrant Influx
On Friday, October 7, New York City Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency to help respond to the migration crisis, which he said will cost the city $1 billion this fiscal year. “We now have a situation where more people are arriving in New York City than we can immediately accommodate, including families…