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When Vernon became ill and the store's business deteriorated, Richard stepped in to help, but decided to close the store and instead invested in a new concept he had seen in America, a DIY superstore. Named Dodge City “for a special reason”, the first store opened in Glasgow in 1974, with smaller high street stores providing competition in their own right. The large initial costs were all covered by bank loans, and business went from strength to strength, even though Northcott was not keen on his DIY hobby.Eventually there were more than 30 Dodge City stores on suburban lots with…
“I support Israel!” These words have been said by people around the world since the conflict in Israel began. The question is how to actually interpret the words, “I stand with Israel.''Are they just words or do they mean more? In 2015, the European Union announced new regulations for products produced in the Biblical heartland of Israel, Judea and Samaria (West Bank). Their guidelines expressed the outrageous belief that the Biblical heartland was not part of Israel and that products produced there could not be labeled as “Made in Israel.” For some, the European Union's actions in 2015 were…
Updated January 28, 2024, 4:00 PM ISTAs a parent, do you get excited when you see your child in trouble?Here are some parenting tips that will work wonders for you. (Photo credit: Instagram/drewbarrymore)Parents can become really exhausted when they are bombarded with unsolicited parenting advice. In the process of constantly trying out different parenting advice and figuring out what works for them, parents often feel completely confused and unhappy when it comes to figuring out the best way to deal with their children. This is why proven parenting advice is more important than ever. If you're a parent who's having…
listen new! listen to article Please sign in or sign up to access this audio feature. Don't worry…it's free! “Ethical Marketing Practices.” This expression is certainly a contradiction. Or is it? Today, many people want to be more environmentally and ethically conscious when purchasing products. At the same time, many companies are wondering how to transform their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts into more comprehensive environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) practices that can put them at the core of their business models. We are considering. It's only natural that companies change over time and…
He also said he experienced a “magical feeling” as he adjusted to life in prison.Zhu Su, co-founder of failed cryptocurrency hedge fund Three Arrows Capital, was released from a Singapore prison last month after serving three months for not cooperating with liquidators.according to South China Morning Post. “It was a really fun experience,” Hsu said in an upcoming podcast interview, reflecting on his time in prison. He claimed he had the “best sleep” of his life while serving time in a Singapore prison, adding that everyone should try to spend time in solitary confinement.”Obviously, no one wants to go to…
With rail-related construction underway along Dillingham Boulevard heading into downtown, the Honolulu City Council is backing a plan to give financial assistance to eligible small businesses struggling to stay open. To that end, the council this week adopted Measure 40, 7-2, to provide $10,000 in grants to eligible businesses that open before January 1, 2022. Eligible businesses will receive the subsidy annually, but only if they opened before January 1, 2022. There is ongoing construction work in the area. Still, the measure, which takes effect on July 1, only applies to small and medium-sized businesses that are majority-owned by residents.…
This Sunday, January 28th, is a little-known holiday called International Data Privacy Day. And while it's hard to imagine this Sunday being noticeably different from any other Sunday, a quick glance at the countless headlines, many of which were written by this very publication, show why we care about data privacy. You'll know what to take seriously. In today's digitally interconnected society, it's virtually impossible for apps to exist without producing data trails, such as recording every ping, scroll, keystroke, and tap. We know exactly why they do this. We all know the unsettling experience of receiving an ad so…
Another week ends with substantial developments witnessed across the broader crypto markets around the world. Amidst these developments, the Bitcoin ETF, Terra, and the US SEC seem to be sparking a wave of speculation among crypto market enthusiasts. Here are the most talked about topics this week: terra sparks reasoning Terraform Labs (TFL), the company behind the Terra USD (UST) stablecoin, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware this week. Subsequently, some Terra Luna Classic community members received an email stating that Crypto.com, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange, would delist his LUNC tokens. Meanwhile, the Terra Luna Classic community voted…
a A friend of a friend is having a baby, and part of her preparations include building a crib, buying a stroller, and…I don't know, cervical surgery. Reserved for something. Commonly known as the “grandparents class.” If you're like me, when you read that phrase your mouth makes a figure-eight shape and you make a bear-like sound. Wait, let's rewind.The combination of soaring childcare costs and a bottomless “cost of living crisis” (sorry, I refuse to write this dystopian phrase without quotation marks to ensure it is read with appropriate horror). This means grandparents are doing more babysitting than ever…
Finance Minister Mohamed Maait said the government is keen to support startups in various technology sectors such as finance, industry and services. He made the remarks during a meeting with representatives of Cyberport, Hong Kong's largest technology business hub. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the Asian Financial Forum and discussed how to foster bilateral cooperation in the field of digital technology with a focus on green startups. This is consistent with global strategies to tackle the challenge of climate change. Maait said Egypt is providing all incentives to encourage entrepreneurs and helping build a digital economy where…