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dailymail.co.uk - Jon Brady - Reeves crushes UK's live music industry with tax hikes
Reeves crushes UK's live music industry with tax hikes
Mail Online

More than 6,000 people working in Britain's grassroots music venues lost their jobs in the wake of Rachel Reeves ' swingeing National Insurance hikes last year, a new report has claimed. The Music Venue Trust (MVT), which works to protect Britain's…

cosmopolitan.com - Ciara McGinley - Next's new-in printed knitwear nails the landscape cardigan trend, the spring look predicted to sell out
Next's new-in printed knitwear nails the landscape cardigan trend, the spring look predicted to sell out
Cosmopolitan

Spring is just around the corner (we hope), and if there's one trend we already can't get enough of it has to be the landscape-inspired cardigans we're seeing everywhere right now. A charming way to embrace your inner 'cottage-core' aesthetic, the…

forbes.com -  Eric Youngstrom - Small Business Sustainability Requires Strategic People Management
Small Business Sustainability Requires Strategic People Management
Forbes

Sustainable small business owners tend to have one thing in common. They understand the benefits of conserving cash while also getting maximum value from the people and resources they tap for help. Flexibility is key, since every business has…

motionographer.com - Ashley Francis - Keeping Visual Storytelling Alive: The Importance of the Concept Artist - Part 1
Keeping Visual Storytelling Alive: The Importance of the Concept Artist - Part 1
Motionographer®

“So what exactly do you do?” It's a question that artists of all kinds recognize well. From fine art to commercial industries, explaining your practice can feel like an uphill battle. Not only does it involve presenting your passion…

investopedia.com - Lucy Lazarony - These College Degrees Face the Toughest Job Markets
These College Degrees Face the Toughest Job Markets
Investopedia

If your college major has a high unemployment rate, it may be more difficult to land a full-time job in your field after graduation. Be flexible, stay open to all job opportunities, and don't get tied to a 'dream job'. If you don't have any…

forbes.com - Chelsea Tobin - How To Use LinkedIn Articles To Expand Your Online Visibility
How To Use LinkedIn Articles To Expand Your Online Visibility
Forbes

Freelancer at work, sitting on the grass. LinkedIn is one of the most-cited sources by AI chatbots. A study from SEMrush has found that, in many cases, LinkedIn is cited second only to Reddit, and that AI Mode consistently cited LinkedIn in nearly…

mediabistro.com - Miles Jennings - Top Media, Finance, & Editorial Jobs: Audience Monetization & Content Durability
Top Media, Finance, & Editorial Jobs: Audience Monetization & Content Durability
Mediabistro

The primary labor market indicator across specialized media, finance, and non-profit organizations is a decisive pivot toward sustainable audience monetization and content ownership. Organizations are actively countering macroeconomic pressure from…

thetruthaboutcars.com - Tim Healey - Used Car Of The Day: 1989 Mazda MX-6 GT Turbo
Used Car Of The Day: 1989 Mazda MX-6 GT Turbo
Ttac

We get a relatively rare one in this series today -- a 1989 Mazda MX-6 GT Turbo. This one apparently runs and drives well -- though it needs some interior buttons replaced. Most of the mechanicals work, but the windows don't, and the turn-signal is…

seekingalpha.com - Mike Zaccardi - SAP: A Software Bear Market Weighs Ahead Of Earnings (NYSE:SAP)
SAP: A Software Bear Market Weighs Ahead Of Earnings (NYSE:SAP)
Seeking Alpha

SAP SE is rated Hold due to a bearish technical setup despite solid GARP valuation and strong EPS growth outlook. Q3 results showed robust cloud backlog growth (+23%), EBIT up 19% YoY, and upbeat management commentary on AI-driven demand. Forward…

investopedia.com - Kristina Byas - 10 Simple Ways to Earn Money Using ChatGPT Without Any Tech Skills
10 Simple Ways to Earn Money Using ChatGPT Without Any Tech Skills
Investopedia

Side hustles are getting more popular because they help you make extra money and can fit around your busy schedule. With ChatGPT, you can make some extra income without advanced skills. ChatGPT opens the door to a wide range of beginner-friendly…

nytimes.com - Vivian Ewing - A Bite-Size Column About Delight and Wonder in Science
A Bite-Size Column About Delight and Wonder in Science
The New York Times

Times Insider |A Bite-Size Column About Delight and Wonder in Science https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/20/insider/trilobites-column.html Times Insider explains who we are and what we do and delivers behind-the-scenes insights into how our journalism…

businessinsider.com - Elizabeth Holbrook - We put 12 winter coats for dogs to the test with our pups - our favorites offer warmth, comfort, and durability
We put 12 winter coats for dogs to the test with our pups - our favorites offer warmth, comfort, and durability
Business Insider

Cold days with snow, slush, and ice are enough to make all but the hardiest breeds think twice about stepping outdoors. That's where a quality coat comes in. While our pups certainly look cute all bundled up, the best dog winter coats help get them…

chicagotribune.com - John Lippert - Merger would give UP unprecedented role in Chicago and more control of rail industry, critics warn
Merger would give UP unprecedented role in Chicago and more control of rail industry, critics warn
Chicago Tribune

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... If regulators approve its merger with Norfolk Southern, competitors warn that Union Pacific could turn the city of Chicago into a hammer for seizing even more control of the industry. Their concern centers…

mediabistro.com - Miles Jennings - The New Editorial Leader: Merging Authority with P&L Accountability & Product Strategy
The New Editorial Leader: Merging Authority with P&L Accountability & Product Strategy
Mediabistro

The era of the editor focused purely on grammar and narrative integrity is often insufficient. The contemporary media labor market increasingly demands editorial leaders who function as P&L owners and product managers, a shift driven by the…

seekingalpha.com - Mike Zaccardi - 3M: A Light 2026 Guide And Mixed Q4 Numbers, Reiterate Hold (NYSE:MMM)
3M: A Light 2026 Guide And Mixed Q4 Numbers, Reiterate Hold (NYSE:MMM)
Seeking Alpha

3M Company is rated Hold after Q4 results showed a revenue miss and tepid FY 2026 guidance, despite a bottom-line beat. MMM's forward 12-month EPS guidance of $8.50–$8.70 and 4% sales growth align with consensus but lack upside catalysts.

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