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It looks like the federal minimum wage won't be increased anytime soon — news that will hit women harder than men. Senate Democrats are dropping the $15 minimum wage provision from the latest $1.9 trillion stimulus package after the Senate parliamentarian last week decided that the policy couldn't be passed […] Merck will reportedly dedicate two facilities to make Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine. The Washington Post reported that Joe Biden would announce a partnership between the pharma giants. Merck’s resources could double the amount of vaccine that Johnson & Johnson could make on its own. Visit the Business section of […] EXCLUSIVE: Arthouse streamer MUBI has made three hires to its U.S. and UK teams. Corey Wilson has joined as Director of Marketing, U.S; Chris Mason Wells joins as Director of Distribution, U.S.; and Natalie Ralph has been hired as Director of Distribution, UK. Wilson joins from Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, where […] The UK published its fintech review, unveiling how the government can help the country stay a fintech hub. The report gives recommendations to help the country keep its fintech crown—and acting fast to make adjustments is vital in light of Brexit impacts. Insider Intelligence publishes hundreds of insights, charts, and […] In a widely anticipated move, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Tuesday told members of the Senate Banking Committee the central bank is likely to maintain ultra-easy monetary policy for the foreseeable future. Powell’s prepared remarks largely mirrored recent assessments, indicating interest rates will remain at near-zero levels and the […] The American military is the world’s preeminent fighting force. The significance of the U.S. military, however, is not limited to geopolitics. Domestically, the military serves as an economic and social pillar in cities across the country by employing thousands and contributing billions of dollars each year to local economies. There […] NEW YORK — Target extended its strong streak through the holiday quarter and sales grew by more than $15 billion in a pandemic year, exceeding the company’s annual sales growth over the past 11 years combined. With the habits of millions altered because of the spread of COVID-19 in 2020, […] How did it get to be March already? I’m Winston Gieseke, philanthropy and special sections editor for The Desert Sun in Palm Springs, and I’m happy to usher in a new week and a new month with some of the state’s latest headlines. In California brings you top Golden State […] A Black manager at Amazon’s cloud unit is suing over claims of racial and gender discrimination. The lawsuit alleges Amazon routinely pays and promotes Black employees less. It also accuses a former Amazon public policy director of sexual harassment and assault. Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories. […] Grant Mitterlehner started his first company at age 24. Just two years earlier, he was broke. He saved $148,000, allowing him to give up a salary and live off of savings for a few months. He slept on his mom’s couch, saved 40% of his income, and invested every month […]A $15 federal minimum wage would give 19 million women a raise — but it might not happen anytime soon
Merck will reportedly help produce Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine shots after failing to make its own
Arthouse Streamer MUBI Hires Kino Lorber, Alamo Drafthouse, Studiocanal Execs For U.S. & UK
UK fintech review unveils how the government can help the country stay a fintech hub
Fed’s Powell Reiterates Policy To Remain Unchanged For ‘Some Time’
This Is America’s No. 1 Military City
Target power through pandemic; sales growth explodes in 2020
In California: Virtual Golden Globe Awards; LAUSD to get vaccines, reopen schools
A Black manager at Amazon Web Services is suing her own employer, alleging management fostered 'shocking racial insensitivity' and left her vulnerable to sexual assault
The 5 strategies a 24-year-old entrepreneur used to save $148,000 to start his own business after dropping out of college
