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SAINT HELENA ISLAND – APRIL 24: A view of the Dutch-flagged vessel MV Hondius is seen navigating the Atlantic Ocean near Saint Helena Island on April 24, 2026. ages)Anadolu via Getty ImagesThree deaths and nine reported cases of Hantavirus have been associated with an outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius, according to the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control. The cases and deaths have been linked to the Andes strain, the only strain of hantavirus that can spread person-to-person. These cases have understandably caused concern and consternation for many Americans. The experience from the COVID-19 pandemic can offer…

You have the idea. You have the drive. But navigating the legal, financial and tax complexities of launching a U.S. business is time-consuming, confusing, and distracts you from your main focus. In this free webinar, our partners from doola walk you through exactly what it takes to go from idea to fully operational US business, no matter where you live in the world. What you’ll learn: Which US business structure is right for you — LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp — and how each one impacts your taxes as a non-residentThe best state to incorporate in based on your goals, whether…

It has become clear that women—and working mothers, in particular—are up against all kinds of challenges that threaten their foothold in the labor force. But one trend that may be less evident is that men are also dropping out of the workforce, albeit for different reasons. The jobs report last week offered a more sunny outlook than expected, with an uptick of 115,000 jobs in April; the unemployment rate also held steady at 4.3%. However, the data also points to a more nuanced story about a broader shift in the labor force. In April, the number of men who were…

Shark Tank’s Mr. Wonderful didn’t expect this level of resistance when he pitched his $100 billion AI data center to rural Utah. But hundreds showed up to protest the project’s approval, saying it’s not so wonderful. Kevin O’Leary’s “Stratos Project” received unanimous approval from Box Elder County commissioners on Monday despite fierce opposition. The plan calls for a 9-gigawatt AI data center and natural gas plant on a 40,000-acre campus in northwest Utah — a facility that would consume more than double the energy the entire state uses in a year. O’Leary says the project will create 10,000 construction jobs…

How to solve today’s Wordle.SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesWelcome back, Wordlers, to another daily Wordle guide. Whether you’re here for an extra clue or to play Competitive Wordle against me, or just because you enjoy talking about Wordle and like to compare notes or, perhaps, you enjoy the bonus Wordle I post here every day, you’ve come to the right place. Put on your thinking caps and let’s solve today’s Wordle!Looking for Monday’s Wordle? Check out our guide right here.Today’s Bonus Custom WordleNow that we can create our own custom Wordles, I’m including a bonus Wordle with each daily Wordle…

Key Takeaways AI startup Lovable recently announced a new policy that gives every employee an automatic 10% salary increase each year on their work anniversary. Lovable’s leadership says the policy is designed to support retention and sidestep the tension that often surrounds compensation negotiations. Lovable CEO Anton Osika says that employees “shouldn’t have to worry” about getting a raise. Lovable, a fast-growing AI startup, is incorporating raises into its company policy.  In a recent post on LinkedIn, Lovable’s head of growth, Elena Verna, promised every worker a 10% salary increase on their annual work anniversaries. No need for negotiation and…

The coffee might be poured by a human hand, but behind the counter, something far less traditional is calling the shots at an experimental café in Stockholm. San Francisco-based startup Andon Labs has put an artificial intelligence agent nicknamed “Mona” in charge at the eponymous Andon Café in the Swedish capital. While human baristas still brew the coffee and serve the orders, the AI agent—powered by Google’s Gemini—oversees almost every other aspect of the business, from hiring staff to managing inventory. It is not clear how long the experiment will last, but the AI agent appears to be struggling to…

McDonald’s value menu is adding value to franchisees. QSR Magazine reports that the burger giant’s U.S. same-store sales rose 3.9 percent in Q1, maintaining market share and outperforming competitors while much of the quick-service industry navigates soft traffic trends. The secret has been a disciplined value strategy that’s resonating with budget-conscious customers. McDonald’s introduced the Extra Value Meals program in September 2025, featuring items under $3, alongside a $4 breakfast meal deal. The Value Meals have been so successful that corporate support to franchisees is expected to come in below the initial estimate of approximately $35 million. “We’ve accomplished our…

Research shows that commitment reveals itself through small, repeated behaviors that shape trust, intimacy and long-term stability.gettyCommitment has a reputation problem in popular culture. Too often, it’s reduced to dramatic declarations of love, milestone anniversaries or social media relationship status updates. But psychologists who study long-term relationships tend to focus on more concrete signs of commitment: repeated behaviors that demonstrate how invested someone is in their partnership, and how serious they are about protecting it.In a healthy relationship, commitment is something you should be able to observe reliably via behavioral patterns: the consistent ways they respond in everyday situations. It…

Key Takeaways Vega used vet relief platform Roo to earn extra money and fund his own mobile practice. He officially launched Concierge Companions Vet Med in October 2025. Now, Vega has plans to roll out a retainer model and build up a fleet of mobile units. This as-told-to story is based on a conversation with Dr. Tom Vega, founder and chief medical officer of Concierge Companions Vet Med and DVM Ambassador at Roo, a platform that connects veterinary professionals with flexible relief work opportunities.  Image Credit: Concierge Companions Vet Med. Dr. Tom Vega. The Chicago, Illinois-based entrepreneur Dr. Tom Vega…