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consumer

Why the Left Misreads the Right's Rise

May 28, 2025

The rise of right-wing populism over the past decade has left many on the socialist left puzzled. They often blame the surge on the betrayal of the working class by center-left parties. These parties, they argue, embraced free trade and neoliberal policies, leading to job losses and stagnant wages.

technology

Razer's Gaming Laptop Gets a Price Boost

May 28, 2025

Razer has quietly increased the price of its high-end gaming laptop, the Blade 18. This laptop is a powerful portable gaming desktop. It was originally announced at a different price. The base model, which comes with an RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, has seen a $300 price jump from $3, 199. 99 to $3,

business

Consumer Hope Rises After Tariff Worries Ease

May 27, 2025

In May, Americans felt a bit more optimistic about the economy. This shift came after five months of declining confidence, which hit a low point in April. The main reason for the earlier pessimism? Worries about the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs. The Conference Board's consumer confide

health

The Hidden Dangers of Bright Leather Goods

May 27, 2025

Chromium is a harmful metal that comes in two forms: chromite and chromate. Chromate is particularly nasty because it's used in making leather products. As the love for leather goods grows, so does the worry about the health risks from skin contact with chromium in these products. A recent study du

business

Musk's Wins and Losses Under Trump's Watch

May 26, 2025

Elon Musk's companies have seen a mix of gains and setbacks since the Trump administration took office. Some government investigations into his businesses have slowed down or stopped. This has given Musk's firms, especially SpaceX, a chance to get billions in new government contracts. On the global

technology

Xiaomi's Big Bet on Homegrown Tech

May 26, 2025

Xiaomi is making a huge move to create its own technology. The company is putting 50 billion yuan, which is about 6. 9 billion dollars, into making its own chips over the next decade. This is a big deal because it shows that Xiaomi is serious about not relying on other countries for important parts

business

The CosMc's Experiment Comes to an End

May 24, 2025

Fast food giant McDonald's has decided to shut down all five of its CosMc's stores. This decision comes just two years after the alien-themed coffee shops opened their doors. This move might seem surprising, but it's not entirely unexpected. The idea behind CosMc's was to tap into the growing

health

The Health Care Costs Conundrum

May 24, 2025

The latest tax and spending plan from House Republicans is a big deal. It's packed with changes that could shake up consumers' finances. However, there's a glaring omission that has health care advocates raising eyebrows. The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" does not include an extension of the enhanced

finance

The Rise of a New Money Management App

May 23, 2025

A new player in the personal finance game is making waves. Monarch, a startup focused on helping people manage their money, has just secured a whopping $75 million in funding. This cash injection is one of the biggest for a consumer finance tech company this year. The funding values the company at $

politics

The Government's Big Layoff Plan Hits a Roadblock

May 23, 2025

The Trump administration's plan to cut jobs across many federal agencies has hit a major snag. A judge has stepped in and said the president can't just go ahead with these layoffs without getting the okay from Congress first. This decision is a big deal because it stops the administration from movin